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Government brings British Steel under public ownership

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

London vs. Paris vs. Rome: How these major capitals compare for a European city break

London, Paris and Rome have been captivating visitors for centuries, but each offers something different. From cultural icons and culinary highlights to transport links and hotel prices, here's how the three European tou…

The Open 2026: golf updates from day one at Royal Birkdale – live

️Updates from the first-round action at Royal Birkdale ️ Ewan Murray’s preview | Sport in Focus | Mail Scott Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of the 154th Open Championship. Who will prevail at Royal Birkdal…

All newborns in England to be screened for spinal muscular atrophy from 2027

Campaigners hail ‘landmark moment’ in early detection and treatment of rare muscle-wasting disease Every baby born in England will be screened for a rare muscle-wasting disease, starting next year, the Department of Heal…

Defence is the one public budget we dare not question – will Andy Burnham break this cycle? | Andy Beckett

Any boost for the military will be paid for by cuts elsewhere. Britain’s new PM should be careful he is not being sold a pup For many British voters, politicians and journalists, public spending has had a bad name since…

Burnham must avoid ‘summer of speculation’ on tax, warns CBI chief

Rain Newton-Smith calls for a new generation of public-private partnerships to fund major projects Andy Burnham must avoid another “summer of speculation” on tax and spend that would spook British business, the chief exe…

Can Andy Burnham solve the UK's housing crisis?

BBC Verify has looked at the scale of the housing challenge facing Burnham when he becomes PM.

Sir Keir says political journey 'over' as he faces last question session

Outgoing UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation last month, has taken part in his last weekly grilling from MPs in parliament.

Ajayi ready for London Diamond League showdown

Nigerian sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi competes in the London Diamond League after his record-equalling 9.84s win. Don’t miss Ajayi’s next race! Read More: https://punchng.com/ajayi-ready-for-london-diamond-league-sho…

The Pinwheel Home is a retro-inspired landline phone that will keep your kids safe from doomscrolling

The Pinwheel Home is aimed at kids aged 5-10 years It only makes phone calls to approved contacts There's an optional subscription for calling real numbers The question of how much time young people should spend on their…

The perks of parenting by spreadsheet

One simple trick to share it equally

The Magyar revolution: Hungary’s new era

The prime minister has begun dismantling the old Orbán machine. But is the country just exchanging one strongman for another?

Energy IPOs surge as investors hunt for ways to play AI boom

Companies coming to market raise money at fastest pace this century, although many stocks perform poorly later

Starmer says ‘political journey ends’ as UK gets ready for Burnham

LONDON: Declaring “this is the end of my political journey”, outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer bowed out at his final Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday, pledging his wholehearted support to his successor as h…

The Andy Burnham I know – podcast

Today in Focus hears from friends, colleagues and mentors of Andy Burnham to find out more about the man soon to be prime minister On Monday, Andy Burnham will become the UK prime minister. The former Greater Manchester…

‘It could’ve been 4-1’: Thomas Tuchel slammed after England’s World Cup heartbreak

‘England fell in trap of fear’: Oliver Kahn, Robbie Fowler slam Tuchel’s tactics

England's hopes fade again, but it never stop them dreaming

England aren't going to be bringing the World Cup home, 60 years of hurt due to extend at least another four years after the devastation of another semifinal defeat. But it won't stop them dreaming.

The Papers: 'World Cup dream over' and 'Mahmood for chancellor'

England's World Cup "dream" ends and Andy Burnham is "poised" to make Shabana Mahmood his chancellor - Thursday's papers.

The 'heartbreaking' OCD that can make you doubt your relationship

Relationship OCD is gaining awareness, but limited data means little in known about how common the condition is.