US House passes bill penalizing universities over Israel boycotts
The US House passed a Republican-backed bill penalizing universities that boycott Israel, with 33 Democrats in favor. It now heads to the Senate.
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NYC to Ban Student AI Use in Public Schools Through 8th Grade
New York City will prohibit student AI use in public schools through eighth grade, starting next week, as part of a sweeping tech overhaul affecting 900,000 students.
Burnham faces PMQs as UK borrowing costs hit 1998 high
Andy Burnham faces Kemi Badenoch at PMQs today after UK borrowing costs hit their highest since 1998, eroding £12bn of fiscal headroom. A Resolution Foundation report suggests tax rises may be needed for defence spending.
Australia's Privacy Reform: A Rare Chance to Rein in Big Tech
Australia proposes first major Privacy Act overhaul in 40 years, introducing a fair-and-reasonable test and right to erasure, but enforcement gaps remain.
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Burnham: Brexit and Thatcher caused UK's low growth
Prime Minister Andy Burnham blamed Brexit and Thatcher-era policies for a decade of low growth, pledging 'substantial change' in his first Commons speech.
Trump hints at reviewing US stance on Falklands
Trump says he is reviewing US support for UK sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, signaling leverage to push Britain on defence spending and NATO contributions.
Burnham: Public ownership only way to grow UK economy
Andy Burnham will tell MPs that bringing essential services into public control is the only way to boost growth, as he sets out his first major Commons statement as prime minister.
Healey's Treasury role: Taming defence overspending
John Healey's appointment as chancellor signals a shift to control defence overspending, balancing Nato targets with social investments, says John McTernan.
Lib Dems urge Burnham to call cross-party climate talks
Liberal Democrats call on Andy Burnham to convene cross-party talks on extreme weather and the coming 'super El Niño', citing five UK heatwaves and drought risks.
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PC Harper killers excluded from early release scheme
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces changes to early release scheme, excluding PC Andrew Harper's killers and hundreds of other offenders from early prison release.
Australia may make social media algorithms optional after UK ban
Australia is considering opt-in or opt-out social media algorithms and a UK-style ban on strangulation pornography, says minister Tanya Plibersek.
Victoria scraps Daniel Andrews statue plan
Victoria's government has cancelled the controversial $134,000 statue of former premier Daniel Andrews, citing respect for taxpayers and appointing a panel to review commemoration policies.
Brent urged to reinstate 30mph on Preston Road
A petition signed by 88 residents urges Brent Council to restore 30mph on Preston Road, but council data shows casualties fell from 64 to 35 since the 20mph limit was introduced in 2018.
No fossil fuel carve-out for states in datacentre laws
Federal Labor will legislate national datacentre standards requiring 100% renewables, with no carve-out for Queensland or NT, despite state claims of wins.
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Burnham crackdown on rogue bailiffs and cowboy builders
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces new rules to protect debtors in England and Wales from aggressive bailiffs and to target cowboy builders, including an accreditation scheme and trusted payment app.
Florida grand jury: DeSantis admin misused Medicaid funds
A Florida grand jury found DeSantis's administration misappropriated $10m from a Medicaid settlement, funneling it into PACs, but declined to indict anyone.
Met Police defend use of drill rap lyrics as evidence
The Met Police defend using drill rap lyrics as evidence in criminal trials, citing convictions in murder cases, amid a campaign for legal restrictions.
Labour MPs push Burnham on electoral reform
Nearly 100 Labour MPs back a commission on replacing first-past-the-post, but Andy Burnham rules out change before the next election.
Labour MPs Push Burnham to Back Voting Reform in First 100 Days
Nearly 100 Labour MPs support a new national commission on electoral reform, urging Prime Minister Andy Burnham to act within his first 100 days, as a majority of Commons MPs back a review of first past the post.
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US threatens 'economic D-Day' for Iran's partners
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns nations aiding Iran face 'economic D-Day,' the largest financial offensive, as UAE halts trade and cyber attacks rise.
Victoria Liberal court split plan draws legal backlash
Victoria's Liberal opposition proposes splitting the Court of Appeal into criminal and civil divisions to toughen sentences, drawing sharp criticism from legal and human rights groups who warn it would politicise the judiciary.
Mayors to gain planning powers for large developments
Andy Burnham will give mayors new powers to call in planning decisions and approve large developments, aiming to boost housing and stop 'nimby' councils blocking growth.
Trump election emergency groundwork alarms voting experts
Trump's administration is laying groundwork for a possible national emergency over elections, raising concerns among voting experts and hopes among election deniers.
Finland's Housing First success and its recent setbacks
Finland's Housing First policy cut homelessness by half, but recent cuts have reversed gains. Learn from firsthand accounts why it worked and what's failing now.
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Burnham's 'everyday fixes' won't win me over yet, says columnist
Andy Burnham's 'everyday fixes' for minor irritations may build goodwill, but columnist Emma Beddington isn't convinced, offering her own list of small changes.
Iran FM calls new US sanctions threat 'desperate'
Iran's foreign minister dismissed fresh US sanctions as 'desperate', while the president admitted the people face 'many problems' amid Washington's economic campaign.
Gambling logos on jerseys to stay until 2032 despite ban
Children will see gambling logos on sports jerseys until 2032 despite a government ban, with a five-year transition period criticised by Senator Pocock and public health experts.
EU migration: mainstream adopts far-right positions
A professor warns the EU's migration response reflects a broader cultural shift, as mainstream parties adopt far-right positions, not just the far right's success.
Ending homelessness requires tackling root causes, say readers
Readers respond to Andy Burnham's £442m pledge to end rough sleeping, urging a focus on prevention, Home Office policies, and housing-first approaches.
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Burnham's Foreign Policy: Continuity and Challenges Ahead
Andy Burnham's foreign policy shows continuity with Starmer's, focusing on domestic issues, but global crises may soon force his hand.
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