Burnham to Host Zelenskyy as First Overseas Visitor
Andy Burnham will host Volodymyr Zelenskyy as his first overseas visitor, signaling UK's support for Ukraine. Discussion on Burnham's foreign policy and domestic plans.
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Who Has the Momentum in the Russia-Ukraine War?
A video explainer assesses which side holds the momentum in the Russia-Ukraine war, examining recent battlefield gains, troop morale, and international support.
Croydon 'Stuck in Financial Trap' with £500m Debt Write-Off Plan
Croydon Council, facing a £1.4bn debt, plans to slash services and seek a £500m debt write-off, with EFS borrowing expected to hit £900m by 2030.
Police divers search River Lea after body report
Met Police divers searched the River Lea near Hackney Marshes on Sunday after reports of a body, but no body was found. Roads were cordoned off.
Ronnie Le Drew, voice of Zippy, dies at 78
Ronnie Le Drew, the puppeteer who voiced Zippy on Rainbow, has died aged 78. The British Puppet Guild announced his death following a short illness.
Netanyahu accuses NYC mayor of 'fomenting hate'
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accuses New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of fomenting hate after Mamdani called for his arrest over ICC war crimes charges.
Morning Mail: Monday's Top Australian News Headlines
Monday's Morning Mail covers key Australian news including politics, economy, and climate updates, with analysis from Guardian Australia.
Sudoku 7396 Easy: July 27 Puzzle
Sudoku 7396, rated easy, is now available. Fill the grid with numbers 1-9 so each row, column, and 3x3 box contains all digits. Check your solution online.
Ukraine-US Air Ceasefire Talks Before Trump-Zelenskyy Meet
Ukrainian and US officials discuss offering Russia an air ceasefire ahead of Tuesday's Trump-Zelenskyy meeting. Romania summons Russian ambassador after shooting down drone. Zelenskyy to meet UK's Burnham.
Jacinta Allan faces Labor leadership challenge
Jacinta Allan is fighting to retain the Victorian Labor leadership after a factional meeting called for a spill, with a rival candidate expected to challenge her position.
Ben Carroll ousted as Victoria deputy premier
Victorian MP Ben Carroll has been removed as deputy premier after losing factional support, replaced by a close ally of Premier Jacinta Allan.
Allan faces spill, Hanson loses court bid, AusAlert blares
Jacinta Allan faces a leadership spill as Pauline Hanson loses a court bid and AusAlert blares across Australia, marking a day of political and emergency drama.
NSW police deputy opposes arming Jewish security group
NSW police deputy commissioner David Hudson tells royal commission arming Jewish security group could be seen as favouritism, prefers police presence at events.
Victorian Premier Allan challenged by deputy Carroll
Jacinta Allan's leadership is under threat as deputy Ben Carroll declares he will challenge her, amid corruption allegations and poor polling.
Jeffries: Republicans have 'nothing to run on' in midterms
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Republicans lack a platform for the midterms after Trump failed to lower costs and avoid war, citing rising prices and conflict in Iran.
Why Democrats stay silent on Andrew Tate’s misogyny
Democrats avoid exploiting Andrew Tate's links to Trump, revealing how male supremacist thinking has seeped into political strategy, says Moira Donegan.
NASA Astronauts Join 'Vote for America' from Space
NASA astronauts have launched a 'Vote for America' campaign from the ISS, urging civic participation ahead of elections. The nonpartisan effort includes videos and voter resources.
Italian school apologises to Thailand after student fines
Five Italian students were fined up to 2,000 baht each for mocking a Thai woman on a BTS skytrain, prompting the Italian Embassy in Bangkok to issue a formal apology to Thailand.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who transformed Qatar through gas wealth, Al Jazeera, and the 2022 World Cup, has died aged 74.
New Tate director faces challenges, inherits strong institution
Jessica Morgan takes over Tate amid visitor declines and budget cuts, but record-breaking shows suggest the institution is far from crisis.
US-Saudi nuclear deal erodes international safeguards
Donald Trump's US-Saudi nuclear agreement weakens non-proliferation standards, allowing uranium enrichment and reduced IAEA inspections, raising proliferation risks in the Middle East.
Manzoor Hussain, engineer and first Muslim councillor in Watford, dies at 88
Manzoor Hussain, who arrived from Pakistan in 1960, became Watford's first Muslim councillor and helped build its first mosque. He died aged 88.
Irish broadcaster Gerry Kelly dies aged 77
Irish broadcasting legend Gerry Kelly has died aged 77. The Ballymena-born TV and radio host passed away at home surrounded by family, the BBC reports.
Trump revives Cold War 'communist menace' rhetoric
Donald Trump warns of a 'communist menace' resurgence in the US, reviving Cold War-era tropes. Critics question if the language resonates beyond his base.
Weekend Photos: Spencer Tunick, Glasgow Games, Berlin Attack
A roundup of weekend images includes Spencer Tunick's LGBTQ+ tribute in Gran Canaria, Glasgow Commonwealth Games, a fatal van attack at Berlin Pride, and more global events.
Burnham vs Starmer: Leadership Styles Compared
Andy Burnham and Keir Starmer exhibit starkly different leadership approaches, with Burnham favouring direct engagement and Starmer a more cautious, legalistic style, according to a new analysis.
Four men killed in Liverpool car crash into lamppost
Four men aged 23-26 died after their car hit a lamppost in Huyton, Liverpool. A fifth man is hospitalized. Police appeal for witnesses.
Residents told to clear gardens after 30 years
PA Housing has ordered residents in Weybridge to remove plants, furniture, and toys from gardens they've tended for decades, citing overgrowth and rodents. Tenants dispute the claim, citing tenancy agreements.
Sarah Platt's fate sealed as she confesses to murder on Corrie
Sarah Platt confesses to killing Theo Silverton in self-defence on Coronation Street, but refuses to implicate Gary Windass, leaving her future uncertain.
London Trans+ Pride 2026: March start time and route map
Over 100,000 trans people and allies are expected for London Trans+ Pride 2026 on July 25, with the theme 'Our Future, Our Fight' and a new endpoint at Trafalgar Square.
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