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Burnham's last potential rival Al Carns rules out leadership bid
Carns's said a leadership contest was "not the best use of Labour's time" and "we need to get on board" with Burnham.…

Venezuelan fashion designer swaps dresses for body bags
A Venezuelan fashion designer has turned his workshop from making colourful dresses to producing body bags.…

UK heatwave spreads further north and west as temperatures continue to climb
This year's third heatwave is one of the longest lasting heatwaves since the infamous year of 1976.…

Starmer gifted gun and ammunition by Turkish president at Nato
The weapon has not been brought back to the UK and has instead been left with British officials in Turkey.…

US says conducting new wave of strikes on Iran as ceasefire falters
Second night of strikes comes after Trump says ceasefire 'over', suggests talks for lasting peace will continue.…

Democrat Rahm Emanuel tells Israel to no longer expect unconditional US aid
Former Obama official is expected to run for president in 2028, with speech reflecting shifting Democratic sentiments.…

Trump departs NATO summit on older Air Force One
Trump departed the NATO summit on an older Air Force One after arriving aboard the new Qatar-gifted aircraft.…

Former rebel turned government ally proposes a path to peace for Sudan
Malik Agar Ayyir has proposed a national dialogue to end the civil war and steer Sudan towards democratic civilian rule.…

Wimbledon thought it had seen everything - then Arthur Fery arrived
Wimbledon has witnessed some extraordinary days on Centre Court - but British wildcard Arthur Fery reaching the semi-finals is among the very best.…

Mahmood to close loophole blocking deportation of Rochdale grooming gang ringleader
Home secretary expected to amend Immigration Act but hurdles remain if Pakistan continues to refuse to take Shabir Ahmed backShabana Mahmood is planni…

Search under way for crew of Pakistani cargo plane that crashed into sea
Rescuers have located submerged wreckage from the aircraft that disappeared as it approached Karachi.…

Trump ordered to pay E Jean Carroll $5.8m after failed appeal
Trump ordered to pay $5.8m after the US Supreme Court rejected his appeal in the Carroll defamation and abuse case.…

Fourth person killed by agents from Trump’s Memphis anticrime taskforce
Shooting death at an extended-stay motel is fourth officer-involved death since initiative began in SeptemberFederal agents killed a man at a Memphis …

Should you sign your kids up for Trump Accounts? Four things to consider
Families can still benefit even if their children aren't eligible for the free $1,000 contribution from the federal government.…

Marine Le Pen cleared to run in France’s 2027 Presidential election
A French court ruling has reopened Marine Le Pen’s path to the 2027 presidential election.…

How a rise in ADHD benefits claims is adding to Andy Burnham's welfare challenge
More than 100,000 people with ADHD as their main condition receive Pip, latest figures show, an increase of 40% since Labour came to power.…

US summer travel slumps under rising fares and fuel expenses
US summer trips decline as 45 percent of Americans skip holidays due to soaring airfares and car travel expenses.…

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for Fifa World Cup final half-time show
The Super Bowl-style show marks the Canadian singer's latest big performance after his comeback shows at Coachella.…

US military launches fresh strikes on Iran – Middle East crisis live
Iranian state media report explosions in several locations hours after Donald Trump threatened further military action at Nato summitThe US military s…

War on Gaza draws large crowds to Khamenei’s funeral in Iraq
More than a million mourners packed streets in Najaf, Iraq for Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession.…

Trump says US ‘may take over Kharg Island’: Here’s what you need to know
Kharg Island, pivotal to Iran's oil exports, becomes focal point as Trump renews threats amid rising Gulf tensions.…

Mass cleanup underway after severe flooding in China
Residents and volunteers in China’s Guangxi province have begun clearing up their flooded homes.…

Argentina fans accused of violence, racism by Egypt, Cape Verde supporters
Fans tell Al Jazeera Argentina supporters hurled beer bottles and abuse at them when their team scored in knockout games.…

Sabre-rattling to ‘tremendous love’: erratic Trump dominates final hours of Nato summit
Alliance leaders, who had feared the worst, will hail US president’s renewed support for article 5 as key victoryAn erratic and at times irascible Don…

Starmer to keep in touch with Trump after No 10
The prime minister says the US president wished him well at the meeting of Nato leaders in Turkey.…

Atmosphere in Iran remains highly charged after Ayatollah’s funeral and escalation of grievances with US
World is witnessing a turning point, says ministry spokesperson, as Iran seeks to assert independence amid rising tensionsBefore a foreign ministry pr…

Five key takeaways from the NATO summit in Ankara
Trump dominates summit with anti-Europe and Iran diatribes as NATO pledges to expand defence budgets and Ukraine support…

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran as Tehran warns of 'fearless' response
Speaking at a Nato summit, the president says the US will "probably" strike Iran again but added that "anything that happens will be over quickly".…

Trump switches back to flying on older Air Force One for England trip instead of new Qatari jet
US president unexpectedly changes plans to fly to England after using Qatari-gifted aircraft to travel to TurkeyDonald Trump will fly from Turkey to E…

Trump says he ‘may be gone’ as he declares himself Iran’s No. 1 target
US President Donald Trump declared himself Iran’s ‘No. 1 target’ after claiming their leaders have been eliminated…