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Andy Burnham seeks cross-party agreement on future of social care
PM promises lasting solution for England but Tories rule out backing changes funded by tax rises or borrowingAndy Burnham has pledged to work collaboratively with other parties to find a lasting solution on social care, though the Conservatives ruled out backing changes funded by tax rises or borrowing.Senior Labour and Liberal Democrat figures have privately cast doubt on Burnham’s ability to find a cross-party consensus on social care reform in England, given the terms of the Tories’ participa...
Andy Burnham seeks cross-party agreement on future of social care
PM promises lasting solution for England but Tories rule out backing changes funded by tax rises or borrowingAndy Burnham has pledged to work collaboratively with other parties to find a lasting solution on social care, though the Conservatives ruled out backing changes funded by tax rises or borrowing.Senior Labour and Liberal Democrat figures have privately cast doubt on Burnham’s ability to find a cross-party consensus on social care reform in England, given the terms of the Tories’ participa...
After 224 years, Australia finally eradicates pigs from Kangaroo Island
Australia celebrates a significant conservation victory with the successful removal of all feral pigs from Kangaroo Island. This initiative stands as the largest project worldwide to eradicate a persistent pest population. Launched post the devastating 2019/20 bushfires, it employed a blend of innovative technology and traditional hunting techniques to safeguard native wildlife and farming interests from potential harm.
South Sudanese teenager denies piloting 'mega dinghy' with 167 people on board across the Channel
South Sudanese teenager denies piloting 'mega dinghy' with 167 people on board across the ChannelSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy PERKIN AMALARAJ, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 18:21, 27 July 2026 | Updated: 18:22, 27 July 2026 e-mail
Ronnie Le Drew, puppeteer behind Zippy and David Bowie’s goblins, dies aged 78
Canadian-born British operator, president of the British Puppet Guild, died after a ‘short illness’Ronnie Le Drew, best known for operating the puppet Zippy on the classic children’s television programme Rainbow has died aged 78, after a “short illness”. The news was confirmed by the British Puppet Guild, of which Le Drew was president.The Canadian-born British puppeteer was also known for working on 1986’s Labyrinth alongside David Bowie as well as 1986’s Little Shop of Horrors and various Mupp...
Ronnie Le Drew, puppeteer behind Zippy and David Bowie’s goblins, dies aged 78
Canadian-born British operator, president of the British Puppet Guild, died after a ‘short illness’Ronnie Le Drew, best known for operating the puppet Zippy on the classic children’s television programme Rainbow has died aged 78, after a “short illness”. The news was confirmed by the British Puppet Guild, of which Le Drew was president.The Canadian-born British puppeteer was also known for working on 1986’s Labyrinth alongside David Bowie as well as 1986’s Little Shop of Horrors and various Mupp...
India suspends police officer for firing AK-47 at student protesters
An Indian police officer has been suspended after firing an AK-47 rifle at students protesting over leaked exam papers.
What you need to know if you're travelling to France or Spain
What you need to know if you're travelling to France or SpainTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedWhat you need to know if you're travelling to France or SpainCloseHundreds of thousands of people have been evacuated across France and Spain as the countries have been affected by large wildfires. The BBC's cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachey explains what to do if you're planning a trip to an area affected by wildfires.UK travellers ar...
Chad to join raft of withdrawals from International Criminal Court
Chad becomes the fifth country to withdraw from the ICC recently, amid rising US pressure and accusations of bias.
Bryan Kohberger waived his appeal rights but plans on pursuing post-conviction relief: sources
The admitted murderer Bryan Kohberger plans to file for post-conviction relief after pleading guilty to killing four University of Idaho students in a 4 a.m. home invasion attack, according to two sources familiar with the matter.Kohberger plans to argue that he had bad counsel.The New York Times was first to report this story after Kohberger called a reporter directly and claimed that he has an "absolute claim of innocence" in his first public remarks outside the courtroom.IDAHO MURDERS EVIDENC...
France and Spain wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stress
France and Spain wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stressImage source, EPA/ShutterstockByFreya Scott-TurnerPublished25 minutes agoPeople in the French city of Bordeaux are feeling "anxious and fearful" as a wildfire burns just 15km (9.3 miles) from its outskirts, a resident has told the BBC.Pierre Pourquery said that people are wearing masks and some are struggling to breathe because of a "thick smoke haze" that has been blown across the city.Another woman described the "str...
UK stars warn $111bn Paramount-Warner deal may hit jobs and films
Actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming and Benedict Wong have called on the UK government to block the proposed $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, warning that the deal could cause "immense harm on the British public" by threatening jobs, independent filmmaking and media diversity. Their comments come as Paramount agreed to delay completing the takeover until a U.S. court rules on whether the transaction violates antitrust laws.
Spurs’ plans for new training facility in London park blocked by high court
Judge quashes Enfield council’s decision to grant planning permission for new women and girls’ football academyA council’s decision to allow Tottenham Hotspur to build a new training facility in a park in north London has been quashed by a judge at the high court.The campaign group Guardians of Whitewebbs told a hearing in June that Enfield council’s decision to grant planning permission for a new women and girls’ football academy on 6.5 hectares (16 acres) of land in Whitewebbs Park was unlawfu...
Meghan Markle reveals strict family rule for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet
Meghan Markle has revealed she urges her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to "pick" fruit from their garden to eat for dessert, actively discouraging them from chocolate or shop-bought produce.The Duchess of Sussex made her eagerly awaited appearance on MasterChef Australia on Sunday, stepping into the cooking show's studio to audible gasps from contestants.Meghan, 44, was filling in as a guest judge for Andy Allen, who was away on paternity leave.The former Suits actress joined reg...
Texas family who refused to let doctors declare daughter, 2, brain dead after drowning incident now insist toddler is 'doing better' after move to new hospital
Texas family who refused to let doctors declare daughter, 2, brain dead after drowning incident now insist toddler is 'doing better' after move to new hospitalSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy EMMA RICHTER, US SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 18:11, 27 July 2026 | Updated: 18:11, 27 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Burnham brings members of Socialist Campaign Group into government
Appointment of three ministerial aides is first time members of Labour’s most leftwing faction have held government positionsAndy Burnham has appointed three new ministerial aides from Labour’s most leftwing faction, the first time members of the Socialist Campaign Group have been part of the government.The new chief whip, Anneliese Midgley, has also promised MPs that the government will beef up the role of ministerial aides – known as parliamentary private secretaries (PPSs) – who traditionally...
Burnham brings members of Socialist Campaign Group into government
Appointment of three ministerial aides is first time members of Labour’s most leftwing faction have held government positionsAndy Burnham has appointed three new ministerial aides from Labour’s most leftwing faction, the first time members of the Socialist Campaign Group have been part of the government.The new chief whip, Anneliese Midgley, has also promised MPs that the government will beef up the role of ministerial aides – known as parliamentary private secretaries (PPSs) – who traditionally...
New York school district halts plan to use humanoid robot amid backlash
Salamanca City Central says it is pausing project with Realbotix as it addresses concerns including data privacyA New York school district has walked back plans to introduce a humanoid robot at its high school after the proposal sparked backlash from educators and community members.The Salamanca City Central school district announced on 24 July in a social media post that its pilot project with Toronto-based tech company Realbotix had been put on hold “while we work through enhanced student data...
New York school district halts plan to use humanoid robot amid backlash
Salamanca City Central says it is pausing project with Realbotix as it addresses concerns including data privacyA New York school district has walked back plans to introduce a humanoid robot at its high school after the proposal sparked backlash from educators and community members.The Salamanca City Central school district announced on 24 July in a social media post that its pilot project with Toronto-based tech company Realbotix had been put on hold “while we work through enhanced student data...
Trump warns of return to ‘strong military action’ if Iran diplomacy fails
Washington and Tehran issue conflicting messages over the status of talks to end Middle East crisisDonald Trump once again warned the US will return to “strong military action” against Iran if diplomatic efforts do not bring a rapid resolution to the crisis in the Middle East.“We are in very deep talks with Iran. If they don’t work out, we will go back to very strong military action,” the US president told Axios on Monday. Asked how long he would allow the talks to proceed, he answered: “Not muc...