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A federal law bans late voter roll purges. Republicans are pushing to reinterpret it

NPR Politics

There's a ban on most states systematically purging voter rolls within 90 days before Election Day. Republicans are pushing courts to reinterpret that...

Academy school leaders in England face pay cap to curb ‘banker-style’ salaries

The Guardian - Politics

Nearly 100 academy chief executives earn more than £200,000 a year, and at least one more than £500,000The era of academy school leaders in England ...

After Afghanistan fires drones into Pakistan, what’s next?

Al Jazeera - Politics

Pakistan and Afghanistan have been locked in an on-off cycle of cross-border strikes, leaving their ties in tatters.

Algeria heads to legislative polls amid record-low turnout fear

Al Jazeera - Politics

Post-Hirak distrust, candidate exclusions and political apathy are expected to drive low turnout.

Amnesty says RSF committed ethnic cleansing in Sudan’s el-Fasher

Al Jazeera - Politics

Rights group accuses the paramilitary of 'crimes against humanity' for attacks in and around North Darfur State capital.

Andy Burnham is about to have a crash course in hardcore geopolitics | Rafael Behr

The Guardian - Politics

The likely next prime minister would rather be in Warrington than Washington, but foreign policy will dominate his agenda more than he thinksIf Andy B...

Andy Burnham says ‘nothing off table’ in case of Rochdale grooming gang leader

The Guardian - Politics

Labour leader-in-waiting wants to close loophole preventing deportation of sex offenderAndy Burnham will explore “all possible options”, if he bec...

Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham

BBC News - Politics

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan.

Badenoch urges Burnham to condemn defence investment plan as No 10 says funding is ‘credible’ – UK politics live

The Guardian - Politics

Minister and MPs have raised concerns that his ‘poisoned chalice’ plan will take cash from much-needed road projectsMinister and MP ‘furious’ ...

Ben Jennings on Andy Burnham’s first major policy speech – cartoon

The Guardian - Politics

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Britain has finally grasped the nettle on defence, but tough choices lie ahead

The Guardian - Politics

The new PM must balance the security budget and other urgent spending priorities, with little room for manoeuvreBurnham left with £4.7bn bill for Sta...

Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported

BBC News - Politics

The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options".

Burnham plans to work some days in Manchester as PM

BBC News - Politics

The ex-Greater Manchester mayor plans a new No 10 unit in the city if he becomes Labour's next leader.

Burnham's plans are a warning to Whitehall, minister says

BBC News - Politics

Darren Jones says government departments could "shrink" if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister.

Burnham’s vibe shift gives Labour one more chance but voters also need hope

The Guardian - Politics

The prospective new prime minister will need to deliver on his ability to communicate – and get the big decisions rightWhen Keir Starmer welcomed Ma...

CPS considering charges against MP after rape arrest

BBC News - Politics

Dan Norris says he "vigorously" denies the allegations, which include rape and sexual assault.

Cape Verde: All to know before FIFA World Cup knockout against Argentina

Al Jazeera - Politics

An island nation of just over half a million inhabitants, Cape Verde pulled off the unthinkable by reaching the last 32.

Caught between the US and China, can Europe remain competitive?

Al Jazeera - Politics

As trade tensions grow, Europe tries to remain competitive while balancing ties with the US and China.

Chris Mason: Starmer's defence plan leaves crunching trade‑offs for Burnham to confront

BBC News - Politics

The BBC's political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan.

Cleverly says he would not have used Badenoch's Gestapo jibe

BBC News - Politics

The Conservative leader has been criticised by Labour for making a Nazi comparison in relation to the education secretary.