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UK and France rewrite ‘one in one out’ treaty to stop removed migrants returning
People smugglers have been using lorries to bring people deported to France under the deal back to the UKThe UK and France have been forced to rewrite…
Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK prime minister
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he is stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks, scarce…
Boy, 14, charged with murder over stabbing
Jamal Coombes, 17, was found fatally injured in Battersea on Saturday.…
Two students arrested after three killed in Philippines school shooting
At least seven people wounded in a rare school shooting in the city of Tacloban in the central Philippines.…
Clark wins second US Open trophy despite hecklers
Wyndham Clark secures a wire-to-wire victory despite hostile reception from New York crowd.…
Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic election victory
Labour leader bows to mounting pressure after Andy Burnham’s success against Reform UK in MakerfieldKeir Starmer has announced he will stand down as p…
Frozen by the challenges of power: how Starmer turned triumph into tragedy
Starmer appeared ruthless in banishing the influence of Jeremy Corbyn, and winning power – but far less certain on how to wield itFew would describe h…
Hero ticket inspector hurt in crash helped others
A passenger praises a member of railway staff who, despite being in pain, helped the injured.…
Keir Starmer announces his resignation as prime minister and Labour Party leader
Sir Keir delivered a statement to announce his planned departure from Downing Street.…
Tributes paid to 'popular' teenager killed in Donegal rally crash
Tadhg Callaghan Carter, 15, was watching the Donegal International Rally when he was struck by a vehicle.…
Lush! Gavin and Stacey superfans buy Bryn's house
A couple from Banbury buy the Barry house which Rob Brydon's character called home through the show.…
Australian police uncover 3 tons of cocaine
The drug was found on June 19 in plastic tubs buried in bunkers hidden beneath three shipping containers. Two Sydney residents were arrested. They fac…
Keir Starmer expected to announce resignation timetable, paving way for Burnham premiership - UK politics live
It’s still unclear whether there will be a leadership contest or an uncontested handover of powerStarmer expected to announce exit plan to clear way f…
In the foothills of the Dolomites, a champion was made
Jannik Sinner is the world's best tennis player. This is the journey that forged a champion.…
Monday briefing: What’s next for no-drama Starmer as his ‘political challenges’ pile up?
In today’s newsletter: Our senior political correspondent talks about how the coming days and weeks may unfold for the Labour government, and how Keir…
After Burnham’s reign, battle begins for Greater Manchester’s mayoral crown
The influential role vacated by the new Makerfield MP will be fiercely contested by Labour, Reform and the GreensAs Andy Burnham maps out the final st…
Colombia presidential candidate De la Espriella celebrates preliminary lead
Colombian outsider Abelardo de la Espriella in an armoured vehicle next to his vice-presidential candidate.…
China's import of custard apples is sparking fears in Taiwan
Taiwan's agriculture ministry is worried that Beijing wants to weaponise a local specialty: the atemoya.…
New York City welcomes the summer solstice with Times Square yoga
New Yorkers gathered for the 24th annual "Solstice in Times Square” event to celebrate the summer solstice.…
Paedophile nursery worker could have been stopped sooner, says former colleague
Staff member who raised concerns about nursery worker Nathan Bennett was "ignored" for months.…
Colombia’s De La Espriella claims victory on preliminary results
Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has claimed victory in Colombia's presidential election.…
Cape Verde continue to surprise with entertaining Uruguay draw
Cape Verde's gripping debut World Cup campaign continued as they held two-time champions Uruguay to a thrilling draw in Miami.…
Colombia Election: Right-wing Abelardo de la Espriella wins, initial count shows
Colombia wakes up to a sharp political turn to right as Abelardo de la Espriella's preliminary victory redraws the country's path on security, economy…
The Papers: 'Starmer expected to announce exit' and 'Game over'
Sir Keir Starmer's political future dominates Monday's front pages as pressure grows on him to quit.…
Egyptian football fans chant for Palestine in Vancouver
Egyptian fans gathered outside BC Place in Vancouver ahead of their World Cup match against New Zealand.…
Cape Verde fight back for second World Cup draw 2-2 against Uruguay
Uruguay could need a win over Spain next weekend to avoid a second consecutive FIFA World Cup group-stage exit.…
UK taxpayers want higher levies on big tech companies, survey shows
Two-thirds of respondents support increasing the 2% digital services tax for multinationalsTaxpayers want the UK to increase levies on giant global te…
'Oh my word!' - Cape Verde take shock lead against Uruguay
Cape Verde's Kevin Pina scores the opening goal against Uruguay in their Group H match in the 2026 World Cup.…
Far-right millionaire Abelardo de la Espriella wins Colombia’s presidential runoff
Leftwing opponent alleges vote count irregularities after Trump-endorsed lawyer secures narrow majorityThe Trump-admiring far-right millionaire lawyer…
Australia politics live: Labor’s big reforms face test as parliament returns; national cabinet to debate fuel security
MPs return to Canberra for two weeks of haggling over tax and NDIS reforms before the winter break. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news emai…