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MP arrested on suspicion of assault and coercion
The Liberal Democrat MP for Tewkesbury has had the whip suspended pending a police investigation.…
Kidney cancer rates near Pfas factory in Lancashire a ‘major source of concern’
Experts cast doubt on conclusion of government-funded study of factory emitting forever chemicals near BlackpoolConcerns have been raised about the co…
UK sexual predator who blackmailed Muslim men online jailed for 16 years
Police fear Waleed Saeed may have up to 70 more victims after campaign of entrapment, threat and extortionA sexual predator who targeted mostly Muslim…
Read a book? Join a club? Stare at a wall? Social media alternatives for under-16s
Amid UK government proposals for a ban, experts discuss what other activities might really serve children wellWhen a Lancashire schoolgirl was asked w…
‘The purpose of the rule is fascism’: scientists fight back against planned Trump research cuts
Stand Up for Science founder says proposal to control how grants are spent would ‘dismantle US science ecosystem’While waiting to board her flight hom…
St Kilda pier wins peak Victorian architecture award as judges praise playful and ‘deeply civic’ design
State government project among range of works celebrated for community-centred design that goes beyond utilityThe reimagined St Kilda pier has added m…
Two men jailed over Starmer-linked arson attacks
Roman Lavrynovych 22, was jailed for seven years and Stanislav Carpiuc, 27, for two.…
Starmer’s future hangs in balance after Burnham’s Makerfield election win
Ashton-in-Makerfield, a town few knew of until recently, has potentially chosen the UK's next prime minister.…
Search continues for kidnapped Mexican journalist Roxana Guzman
Search continues for kidnapped Mexican journalist Roxana Guzman…
Macron calls for vigilance as western Europe faces second heatwave of year
More than half of France’s population under severe weather warning with temperatures expected to exceed 40CMore than half of France’s population is un…
Labour peer and Reform MP clash over ‘brown people’ and domestic abuse
Thangam Debbonaire and Sarah Pochin argue in Sky News interview at Makerfield byelection countUK politics live – latest updatesThe Labour peer Thangam…
What would ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister?
From public ownership, to devolution and the cost of living, the policies of the potential Labour leadership challenger will face intense scrutinyUK p…
US export ban on Anthropic’s AI models further strains alliances
Trump administration's move to cut off allies' access to advanced AI prompts calls for greater self-reliance.…
World Cup predictions: USA vs Australia, Brazil vs Haiti and more
USA face Australia as Brazil seek their first win, while Canada awaits injury news on Ismael Kone and Mexico celebrate.…
Starmer says he will stand in any Labour leadership contest against Burnham
Prime minister suggests he will not ‘walk away’ despite Burnham’s comfortable victory in Makerfield byelectionUK politics – live updatesHow quickly co…
Traitors star says he lost life savings to a scam
The former contestant of BBC show The Traitors is speaking out about falling victim to the scam.…
‘Astonishing’ win for Andy Burnham puts pressure on Starmer to step aside
Size of victory in Makerfield byelection has many allies hoping former Manchester mayor will be installed in No 10 within daysUK politics – live updat…
UK borrowing in May surges by more than expected
Borrowing is the difference between spending and income from taxes.…
Mainland Australia’s first suspected case of deadly H5N1 bird flu investigated after sick bird found in WA
Agriculture minister says no evidence of mass mortality or infection in poultry after migratory wild bird tested The suspected first case of the deadl…
How quickly could Andy Burnham become the UK’s prime minister?
After winning the Makerfield byelection, the returning Labour MP faces a number of scenarios in his bid to replace Keir Starmer• UK politics – live up…
Friday briefing: Andy Burnham wins Makerfield byelection to set up possible leadership bid
In today’s newsletter: The mayor of Manchester is set to return to Westminster after decisively beating Nigel Farage’s ReformGood morning. Andy Burnha…
London Marathon confirms expansion to two-day event in 2027
Race will be staged over two days on 24-25 AprilMove will enable a record 100,000 runners to take partThe London Marathon has confirmed that next year…
UK actress charged with importing meth worth almost A$300m into Australia
Emaa Hussen, 34, faces life in prison for allegedly trying to smuggle 320kg of meth hidden in bags of charcoal.…
A day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the …
Andy Burnham wins crucial UK by-election, in blow to Keir Starmer
Greater Manchester mayor's victory in Makerfield clears the way for a bid to unseat Starmer as prime minister.…
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield byelection, paving way for Starmer leadership challenge
Greater Manchester mayor beats Reform UK and hardline Restore Britain to return to Westminster after nine yearsUK politics – live updatesAndy Burnham …
Toney scores hat-trick in England friendly win
Ivan Toney and Morgan Rogers are among the scorers as England record a 5-1 win over MLS side Sporting Kansas City in a practice match on Thursday.…
Luigi Mangione's lawyers withdraw plans for psychiatric defense
In a court filing Thursday, Mangione's legal team said they won't file psychiatric evidence in the 28-year-old's state murder case. The move came a da…
Key FDA committee unanimously recommends its first vaccine since 2023
All nine members of the committee unanimously voted to recommend Moderna's new mRNA influenza vaccine for adults 50 and over.…
Paint peeling after $14 million memorial pool renovation
Paint is peeling and algae is blooming less than two weeks after the $14 million renovation of DC’s Reflecting Pool.…