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Month: August 2026
Andy Burnham to embark on cost of living tour through the UKAndy Burnham to embark on cost of living tour through the UK
No 10 says the prime minister’s plans will “give people some room to breathe”, but opposition figures accuse him of “hypocrisy”. ...
Fifa criticises campaign to oust president InfantinoFifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
Fifa strongly criticises what it calls a “concerted and ongoing effort” to “undermine” the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino. ...
Killed a month after his wedding – why PC Andrew Harper’s death touched so manyKilled a month after his wedding – why PC Andrew Harper’s death touched so many
The early release of two of his killers has brought a case which still resonates with the public back into the spotlight. ...
Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sitesIsrael accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites
Israel is planning large-scale land expropriations in historic, Palestinian areas of the West Bank. ...
Iran issues tough demands to reopen strait of Hormuz as deal remains out of reachIran issues tough demands to reopen strait of Hormuz as deal remains out of reach
Tehran urges US to ‘correct its behaviour’ as UAE says one of its ships targeted by Iranian missile Iran has issued tough new demands for reopening the strait of Hormuz, while the United Arab Emirates said one of its ships was targeted by an Iranian missile, as a deal to ...
Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open straitHormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open strait
Both sides suggest progress in talks to agree a new shipping route through the strait, but a breakthrough remains unclear. ...
Pool noodles and DIY escape rooms: the best screen-free kids’ activities, recommended by teachersPool noodles and DIY escape rooms: the best screen-free kids’ activities, recommended by teachers
Five elementary school teachers spill the beans on how to keep kids engaged in creative play and away from screens The best back-to-school sales and 21 things tweens want this season Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things The “iPad kid” meme ...
The night Belfast burned: how the Northern Ireland race riots unfoldedThe night Belfast burned: how the Northern Ireland race riots unfolded
A horrific knife attack on a street in June sparked another summer’s night of racial violence, stoked by loyalist groups. How did the unrest erupt – and why do many fear it will happen again? Shortly after 10.30pm on Monday 8 June, as a summer twilight lingered over Belfast, a ...
Trump’s ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney generalTrump’s ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general
The vote cements Trump’s former criminal defence lawyer as the nation’s top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans. ...