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'Barmy' council shake-up could be challenged

BBC News - Politics

The leader of South Kesteven District Council says the changes "beggar belief".

A very quick guide to Andy Burnham

BBC News - Politics

He is set to replace Sir Keir Starmer as the UK's PM on Monday after winning Labour's leadership race.

Amazon’s Zoox recalls self-driving vehicles amid emergency response issues

Al Jazeera - Politics

The recall is the latest development in a series of reports of autonomous vehicles impeding emergency response efforts.

An analysis of President Trump's address

NPR Politics

President Trump gave a primetime address Thursday night in which he spoke about the integrity of U.S. elections — a topic he has spread disinformati...

Apple regains top spot as world’s most valuable company

Al Jazeera - Politics

Apple regained world’s top spot with $4.88 trillion valuation, overtaking Nvidia which saw a 3.5% market value drop.

British Steel taken into public ownership to protect 'vital' UK supply

BBC News - Politics

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

Burnham confirmed Labour leader, vows new direction for UK

Al Jazeera - Politics

Britain's governing Labour Party confirmed Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to become PM

Burnham confirmed as leader of UK’s governing Labour Party, headed for PM

Al Jazeera - Politics

Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister but faces challenges including the cost of living crisis and two wars.

Burnham planning summer tour of UK in early weeks as PM

BBC News - Politics

Described as a "listening tour of the UK", Burnham will travel across the country in August while MPs break for the summer.

Burnham promises huge change - but leaves questions about plan to deliver it

BBC News - Politics

The next prime minister promised nothing less than the biggest change in British politics in 40 years in his first speech as Labour leader.

Burnham says he is 'finalising' cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday

BBC News - Politics

The new Labour leader says his government will deliver the biggest change in British politics for 40 years.

Can the US and Iran reach a lasting deal to end the conflict?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Air strikes intensify raising fear of an all-out war.

China’s Xi Jinping launches new AI alliance: What is it?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Beijing is likely to use the WAICO alliance to influence global AI regulations, analysts say.

Couples free to marry at the beach or the pub under new plans

BBC News - Politics

The government says it wants to update "outdated" marriage laws to give couples in England and Wales more choice.

Did the US just start a trade war with Brazil?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Did the US just start a trade war with Brazil?

Eight killed, at least 34 missing after landslide in China’s Chongqing

Al Jazeera - Politics

Landslide has buried homes and forced more than 1,100 people to evacuate.

First Reform UK police commissioner elected

BBC News - Politics

This is expected to be the final police and crime commissioner election held, unless anyone else steps down or leaves the role by other means.

Five headaches Andy Burnham will have to deal with as PM

BBC News - Politics

From defence spending to housing - the next UK leader has a series of challenges to deal with.

France vs England – World Cup third-place playoff: Prediction, kickoff

Al Jazeera - Politics

Losing semifinalists France and England meet in a playoff for the bronze medal, a day before the World Cup final.

Greens leader renews call for extra security after Ann Widdecombe death

BBC News - Politics

Zack Polanski says he "hasn't been offered anything" despite concerns over he and other politicians' safety.