The Guardian
Europe suspects Russia is testing NATO's limits with a 'shadow war' of sabotage, while the UN general assembly kicks off and El Niño breaks temperature records.
BBC Business
A rogue builder vanishes with £14k, sparking government plans for a voluntary database - because nothing says 'protection' like an opt-in registry cowboys can ignore.
The Guardian
Lib Dems want a cross-party climate chat, but the silence from No. 10 is louder than the buzz of a disposable barbecue ban.
The Guardian
Prime Minister Andy Burnham ditches his £500k donation cap promise after union lobbying, leaving democracy to fend for itself while millionaires keep their playthings.
BBC Business
UK energy firms ask the government for a better support scheme as bills rise, debt hits record levels, and the price cap climbs again.
The Guardian
Two police officers are named after a tragic crash, prompting heartfelt tributes and a reminder that heroes don't always come home.
BBC Politics
Greenpeace paints giant climate message on wildfire-scorched mountain; locals respond with rakes and a healthy dose of 'how dare you'.
BBC Politics
PM Andy Burnham gets pranked by a fake Susie Wiles, joining a proud tradition of world leaders falling for internet imposters - because who needs verification when you have a phone?
BBC Politics
The government's emergency wildfire alert was a real blast - especially for domestic abuse victims whose secret phones suddenly became very public.
The Guardian
Angela Rayner announces all pubs in England will get protection from conversion, because apparently the last pub in an area wasn't enough to save the nation's boozers.
The Guardian
Thinktank and charity tell Andy Burnham to stop gig economy firms from playing 'bogus self-employment' hide-and-seek with 4 million workers' rights.
BBC Politics
The UK government considers banning disposable barbecues as the country bakes in record heat and wildfires rage, because apparently we need a law to stop us from setting the countryside on fire.
BBC Politics
Probation chief warns early release could lead to serious crimes, police chiefs protest, and everyone agrees the system is stretched thin - but at least the government is confident.
BBC Politics
UK breaks 30°C day record, Burnham calls emergency Cobra meeting, and we all pretend this is a surprise.
BBC Politics
Burnham suggests wealthy areas house more asylum seekers; Piddington considers leaving the UK, again.
The Guardian
Four dead in Channel crossings as overcrowded boats and conflicting policies make for a deadly combination.
The Guardian
Zelenskyy juggles cabinet chaos and global diplomacy, while the world burns, shakes, and sanctions.
BBC Business
Andy Burnham takes office promising financial relief, but the fine print involves tough choices, possible tax tweaks, and the eternal struggle against reality.
The Guardian Europe
Projections show homelessness in England could rise 25% by 2030 unless bold action is taken; Burnham promises big housing push.
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham's adviser says he'll put money in people's pockets, but won't say how much or when. Also, water and buses.
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