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Andy Burnham refuses to back third runway at Heathrow

BBC News - Politics

Andy Burnham said he would wait for the results of a consultation on a scheme estimated to cost £33bn

Are Houthis using new modified cruise missiles in Yemen’s war?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Experts say use of modified Iranian defence system could alter the balance in the fight for the Red Sea.

As Congress debates college sports, athletes-turned-senators have a seat at the table

NPR Politics

The Protect College Sports Act is on the brink of passing in the Senate, where a handful of former college athletes who are now senators on both sides...

Avanti West Coast services to be nationalised from March

BBC News - Politics

The move is part of a plan to improve rail infrastructure, cut train delays and improve experiences for passengers.

Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor

BBC News - Politics

John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.

Burnham announces scheme to help first-time buyers onto housing ladder

BBC News - Politics

The prime minister says he wants people without support from the "bank of mum and dad" to receive help.

Burnham not doing enough to boost growth, says former business secretary

BBC News - Politics

Ex-Business Secretary Peter Kyle calls for more urgency on the economy, as Labour members head to the party's annual conference.

Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England

BBC News - Politics

The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare".

Burnham to unveil public body to invest in electricity grid

BBC News - Politics

The prime minister will say he wants to reduce energy costs in his first conference speech as Labour leader.

Can Tajikistan’s economic boom survive its debt gamble?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Rapid growth masks Tajikistan’s reliance on remittances and risky state debt.

Chris Mason: Burnham opens debate on huge issue of social care reform

BBC News - Politics

The pitch from Andy Burnham is that there needs to be a willingness to say "the things politicians usually avoid", the BBC's political editor writes.

Could a far left candidate win a midterm race in a red state like Florida?

NPR Politics

Angie Nixon, the Democratic U.S. Senate Candidate in Florida, is running from the far left — raising questions about whether such a campaign can wor...

Estonia says Russia ordered August arson attack on defence company

Al Jazeera - Politics

Tallinn accuses Moscow of responsibility for the fire at Estonian company Milrem Robotics, a supplier of unmanned ground vehicles to Ukraine.

Formula One’s Fernando Alonso to stay with Aston Martin next season

Al Jazeera - Politics

Spain's Alonso, the oldest active F1 driver, joined Aston Martin in 2023 and has taken eight podiums with the team.

Hormuz and Yemen: Iran offers de-escalation at a price others will pay

Al Jazeera - Politics

Iran is using Hormuz to seek US concessions, relief for the Houthis and greater control over Gulf shipping.

I'm not tempted to call an early election, Burnham says

BBC News - Politics

The prime minister told the BBC an early poll would throw the country into a "backward-looking process".

In FIFA-UEFA tussle, European body accused of ‘misinformation campaign’

Al Jazeera - Politics

FIFA accuses UEFA of attempting to influence its presidential election, in which Infantino is seeking a fourth term.

Iran downplays possible role in Houthis’ recent Yemen victories

Al Jazeera - Politics

Iran has long been accused of links with the Houthis in Yemen, but how far do these links go?

Iranians stock up on food and medicine as fears of new US fighting grow

Al Jazeera - Politics

Iran is struggling with shortages as sanctions and blockade strain food and medicine supply chains.

Ireland lost to Israel when they stepped on the pitch

Al Jazeera - Politics

But the Irish football team can still redeem itself.