Andy Burnham signals a wealth tax is off the agenda for now
Incoming prime minister says he doesn’t want to ‘create new divisions’ as Mahmood is tipped to be chancellorAndy…
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Nuclear veterans' medical record handling haphazard, report finds
The veterans are campaigning for full disclosure of the impact of the UK's nuclear testing programme.
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Search continues for three people missing after Alcatraz boating disaster
One person dead after pontoon boat involved in memorial service capsized in San Francisco Bay on TuesdayRescuers were…
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Burnham does not rule out wealth tax
The expected next PM says he may have to "ask for a little more" in tax and warns of "difficult" choices.
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Chaos and confusion bring US no closer to resolution on strait of Hormuz
Five months of U-turns and false boasts leave Donald Trump in worse position than when he startedDonald Trump has taken…
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Pete Hegseth says soldiers over age 30 to be screened for testosterone deficiency
US defense secretary unveils plan that will work to ensure service members have the ‘right testosterone levels’Pete…
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Mapping the latest US strikes across Iran
US attacks kill dozens in Iran as Iranian forces target regional bases, pushing a fragile ceasefire closer to collapse.
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Save the Children clashes with Labour after accusing Starmer of ‘complicity’ in Gaza deaths
Government, which provides significant portion of charity’s funding, is understood to have demanded an explanationThe…
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Florence Welch’s mother says cuts to arts and humanities ‘absolutely tragic’
Exclusive: Prof Evelyn Welch, vice-chancellor of Bristol University, believes her daughter’s success shows value of…
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Son guilty of leaving mum to die in bathroom
Veronica Irwin, 74, lay dying for two weeks in a flat she shared with her son Stewart, a jury hears.
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Cruise ship hotel left listing in China port after high tides
A cruise ship-turned-luxury floating hotel that has been idle for about 14 years rolled onto its side while docked.
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Argentine VP calls England ‘pirates’ ahead of World Cup semifinal clash
Argentina vice president's remarks made ahead of the World Cup semifinal against England and amid sovereignty…
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Why are right-wing parties gaining ground in Latin America?
Several recent elections have strengthened conservative forces across parts of Latin America.
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Iain Watson: Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.
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Todd Blanche’s loyalty to Trump questioned in Senate confirmation hearing
Blanche's actions have raised questions about the independence of the Department of Justice, which he currently…
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Boy, 14, charged with terror offence targeting mosques
The alleged offences are linked to "extreme right-wing terrorism" police say.
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French MPs approve assisted dying law with strict rules after years of argument
The bill would allow assisted dying for terminally ill adults who meet strict criteria.
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World Cup: Spain and Barcelona star Yamal’s home hit by attempted burglary
Lamine Yamal's targeted home was formerly owned by Barca great Gerard Pique and Colombian music star Shakira.
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Father, mother, daughter killed in Israeli attack on Gaza home
Palestinians held a funeral for a father, a mother and their six-year-old daughter killed in an Israeli air attack.
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Wisconsin panel finds Elon Musk’s $1m state supreme court voter giveaway was likely illegal
Musk distributed money to three people before the 2025 election, which he claimed was critical to Trump’s…
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Starmer bids MPs goodbye as British PM and pledges to support his successor
Andy Burnham, who is set to formally replace Starmer on Monday, will become the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade.
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Stonegate pub and bar chain investigated over ‘unfair’ treatment of landlords
Pubs code adjudicator says it has reasonable grounds to believe group has breached industry regulationsThe owner of the…
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Norway’s Waerenskjold wins fastest Tour de France stage in history
At an average speed of 50.91kph, Soren Waerenskjold's sprint was the fastest road stage in the 113 editions of the…
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Zelenskyy backs state energy company chief Koretskyi for new Ukraine PM
Ukraine's parliament is expected to vote for the next prime minister on Thursday.