Andy Burnham becomes UK PM after meeting King Charles
Andy Burnham is officially Prime Minister after the 'kissing of hands' ceremony with King Charles III, vowing to ease the cost-of-living crisis.
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Andy Burnham becomes UK's fifth PM in four years
Andy Burnham is the UK's new Prime Minister, taking over from Keir Starmer as the country's seventh leader since the Brexit vote in 2016. He accepted an invitation to form a government from King Charles after Starmer resigned.
Andy Burnham's Wife Marie-France van Heel: Blind Date to No 10
Marie-France van Heel, Andy Burnham's wife, once appeared on Blind Date. Now she is set to become the Prime Minister's spouse as Burnham takes office.
Hot Podium Guy Back for Andy Burnham PM Entry
Tobias Gough, known as Hot Podium Guy, is back at Downing Street as Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister, setting up the iconic lectern.
Edward Stourton dies at 68 after cancer battle
Long-time BBC Radio 4 broadcaster Edward Stourton has died aged 68 after living with incurable prostate cancer, the BBC confirmed.
Andy Burnham to become PM today, vows stable politics
Andy Burnham becomes UK's sixth PM in a decade, calling for 'stable and responsible' politics. He will appoint Shabana Mahmood as Chancellor and Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary.
Andy Burnham's Wife's Disastrous Blind Date
Marie-France van Heel, wife of incoming PM Andy Burnham, appeared on Cilla Black's Blind Date in the 90s, choosing a man who later became a Conservative Party director.
Paul Kelly on Liberal Party's Identity Crisis
Guardian Australia's Tom McIlroy interviews Paul Kelly about his book 'The Twilight of Exceptionalism', analyzing the Liberal Party's fractured identity under Abbott, Turnbull, and Morrison.
Burnham to scrap Starmer's digital ID scheme
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will scrap Keir Starmer's digital ID card plan, redirecting resources to cost-of-living help. A petition against the scheme attracted 3m signatures.
Hungary's President Sulyok Steps Down After Law Change
Hungary's President Tamás Sulyok resigns after signing a constitutional amendment ending his term, citing loss of confidence. The move is part of PM Magyar's reforms.
Terence Donovan, father of Jason Donovan, dies at 90
Terence Donovan, known for roles in Division 4, Cop Shop, and Neighbours, died aged 90. His sons Jason and Paul paid tribute.
Israel Threatens Seizure of Solomon's Pools Near Bethlehem
Israel threatens to seize Solomon's Pools, ancient reservoirs near Bethlehem, escalating West Bank land control and historical narrative battles.
BBC's Salford move revitalises area 15 years on
Fifteen years after the BBC moved to Salford, MediaCity now hosts 3,500 BBC staff and 250 businesses, serving as a model for devolution as new PM Andy Burnham plans a 'No 10 North'.
Victoria's new 'demasking' laws target online hate
Victoria proposes laws forcing social media platforms to reveal anonymous users accused of vilification, lowering legal thresholds for children's psychiatric harm claims.
Russia pounds Kyiv in massive missile attack, killing 6
Russia launched one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv, firing about 40 missiles in a five-hour assault, killing at least 6 and injuring dozens.
Platner Case Shows Double Standard in US Politics
Graham Platner's Senate bid collapse highlights how white male candidates get more leeway than women and people of color, says Amanda Litman.
Synod Votes to Hear Palestinian Christian Report on Gaza
The Church of England's General Synod voted to hear a document describing Israel's actions in Gaza as 'genocidal war', welcomed by Palestinian Christians but warned by Jewish leaders.
Andy Burnham: Empathy and Humility Could Redefine Politics
Andy Burnham's empathy and humility, seen at Glastonbury and beyond, signal a new style of leadership that prioritizes devolution and listening to forgotten places.
Italy's Beach Wars: Activists Fight for Public Access
Italy's 8,000km coastline is dominated by private lidos, with 43% of sandy beaches occupied. Activists like Mare Libero and Mayor Josi Della Ragione battle mafia, military, and profiteers to reclaim free beaches for citizens.
Farage admits fraudster Cottrell gave support before election
Nigel Farage acknowledges fraudster George Cottrell let him use a London home and paid for filming before the 2024 election, calling it 'totally undeclarable'.
Why Germany Lacks Rugby Culture Despite Historical Roots
Germany has the oldest rugby union in continental Europe, but war, football dominance, and handball competition hindered its growth. Despite pockets of success, rugby remains niche.
Can Burnham win back Labour bases lost by Starmer?
As Andy Burnham enters No 10, Guardian data analysis reveals where Starmer lost support among unions, Muslim voters, leftwing voters, and MPs, and the traps Burnham must avoid.
Why EU federalism criticised but US federation accepted?
A reader asks why the EU is criticised for federalism while the US has thrived as a federation of states, questioning double standards.
Andy Burnham's 'bezzie mate' Steve Rotheram: influence beyond cabinet
Steve Rotheram, Liverpool city region mayor, has a close personal bond with incoming PM Andy Burnham, but insists friendship won't bypass rules for public funding.
Strangers pay for Father's Day meal after bereavement
A widower who lost his wife and son ate alone on Father's Day at a Vietnamese restaurant, only to have his meal paid for by a kind couple. He wept in his car.
Andy Burnham’s plans: utilities, fossil fuels, housing
Andy Burnham’s leftwing vision includes public control of utilities, North Sea drilling, immigration changes, digital ID scrapping, and council house building.
Peru Earthquake Kills Five, Injures Over 20
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake in Peru's Andes region killed at least five people, injured over 20, and displaced 300. Adobe construction worsened damage, officials said.
Kuwait Reports Second Iranian Attack on Power Plant
Kuwait's ministry says Iran attacked a power and water distillation plant for the second time in two days, causing a fire and impacting electricity generation units.
Burnham to become UK PM, vows honesty on challenges
Andy Burnham will become UK's sixth PM in a decade on Monday, pledging honesty about challenges and announcing measures to ease cost of living and expand North Sea drilling.
US Energy Secretary Defends Iran War Strategy Amid Criticism
US energy secretary Chris Wright defends Trump's Iran war strategy, saying mission pivoted to ensuring oil flow through Strait of Hormuz, as Democrat calls conflict 'war of choice'.
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