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Thousands march in Pakistan-administered Kashmir amid election unrest
Thousands gathered in Rawalakot before marching towards Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.…
Firefighters battle wildfires in Spain’s eastern Castellon province
Wildfires in Spain’s Castellon region have burnt more than 4,300 hectares and forced 15,000 residents to evacuate.…
Protests erupt in Libya’s Tripoli as anger grows over power cuts
Protesters shut roads and ministries in Tripoli as a civil disobedience campaign over power cuts spreads to more areas.…
NHS 'will collapse' without social care reform, PM tells BBC
The prime minister says he would not want to leave office without bringing in "substantial change" to the social care system.…
Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PM
Laura Kuenssberg was given unprecedented access to the new prime minister’s first days in power.…
Andy Burnham vows to use his ‘political capital’ to fix social care system
PM says that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse, in first full interview since entering No 10Andy Burnham has pledged to use “wha…
Reform UK levy on employing overseas staff ‘would harm NHS and social care’
Exclusive: Experts say policy could also cause shortages of school teachers and drive some universities to bankruptcyReform UK’s plan to make employer…
My dog Axel 'wouldn't get on' with Larry the cat, says Burnham
The PM says he doesn't think his poodle-mix would "get along" with Larry the cat, who has lived at No 10 for 15 years.…
With just a few primary elections to go, the competitive Senate map keeps shifting
For Democrats to take control of the U.S. Senate, they have to flip 4 seats currently held by Republicans. Republicans, meanwhile, are playing defense…
Heathrow expansion would take thousands of jobs from other UK regions, report finds
Airports in England and Wales are likely to lose millions of passengers if third runway goes ahead, DfT economic paper showsExpanding Heathrow airport…
Jacinta Allan expected to face leadership challenge after Victorian Labor factions meet
Minister says premier ‘not going anywhere’ and describes leaking of Sunday night meeting as attempt to build momentum for spillFollow our Australia ne…
UK papers: Youth benefits 'crack down' and Gatwick 'Fly and dry'
Andy Burnham's latest policy plans dominate many of Monday's newspapers.…
Former President Hernandez returns to Honduras after Trump pardon
Trump called Hernandez's drug-trafficking trial a set-up by the Biden administration.…
Craig Overton stars against brother Jamie as Rockets beat Spirit
Craig Overton came out on top in his head-to-head with twin brother Jamie Overton, to help Trent Rockets secure a thrilling four-wicket victory with t…
‘Not standard’ for Taylor Farms to ask White House to delay cyclospora recall, ex-FDA head says
Scott Gottlieb responds to report that company contacted the White House seeking to delay a recall announcementFormer Food and Drug Administration com…
Australia news live: new Sydney Harbour pool slated to open in summer; AusAlert warning test to blare siren across phones nationally this afternoon
New tidal baths on banks of Callan Park in Lilyfield expected to attract thousands to Parramatta River’s southern banks. Follow the day’s newsSydney’s…
Trump ‘border czar’ says ICE officer in Maine killing should not have cleared vetting
Tom Homan comments on officer’s eligibility to serve after reports that agent’s two ex-wives had accused him of abuseTom Homan, the Trump administrati…
Greaves wins Women's Matchplay in last-leg decider
Beau Greaves wins the Women's World Matchplay for the third time after coming through a thrilling last-leg decider to beat Fallon Sherrock.…
‘Climate of fear has collapsed’: India’s protest victory signals trouble ahead for Modi
Strongman leader’s grip over media channels has been rocked and opposition parties reinvigorated by CJPEven the night before Narendra Modi accepted th…
Who is India’s new education minister Pralhad Joshi?
Joshi has been a member of the cabinet since 2019 and is seen as close to powerful PM Modi.…
Typhoon Noul batters Southeast China
Footage shows the aftermath of Typhoon Noul after it battered southern China's coastal regions.…
'It was like a movie - I looked up and an exploded barn rained on me'
Photographer Scott Johnson's studio is close to where a fire triggered a massive explosion.…
My entire family went on a boat trip that they never returned from
Peter Watts was just 14 when a pleasure boat disaster killed 15 people, including his entire family.…
Lando Norris wins Hungarian Grand Prix for first F1 triumph in 2026
Defending champion Norris wins his first race of the year as Verstappen finishes second, and leader Antonelli third.…
New Jersey governor signs law banning surveillance pricing to protect shoppers
New law prohibits retailers from using personal data to charge different prices for identical productsNew Jersey governor Mikie Sherrill recently sign…
Gymnast Ward goes from Glasgow dreamer to gold medallist
Twelve years ago, a young Reuben Ward watched wide-eyed as Dan Keatings won gymnastics gold for Scotland in Glasgow. Now he celebrates achieving the s…
Burnham v Starmer: one week in, how do their leadership styles compare?
From TikTok appearances to ‘sugar rush’ policies, new prime minister is taking different approach to predecessorSix weeks ago Andy Burnham was not eve…
Left-wing Democrats are on a winning run in the US - but can they defeat Republicans?
They have seen a flurry of recent wins, but Michigan will test their ability to win back working-class voters in crucial states.…
What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack
A police manhunt is underway after a suspect rammed a car into a crowd at a Pride event in the German capital on Saturday night.…
Eighteen people missing in South China Sea after Vietnamese ship sank
There were 62 people aboard the vessel when it sank, all of them Vietnamese nationals.…