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Andy Burnham is on track to become Labour’s next leader—and possibly Prime Minister—after securing a landslide 322 MP nominations on day one, putting him just one vote away from an unassailable coronation. With backing from major unions like Unite and widespread support across the party, his path to power looks nearly guaranteed. Burnham’s vision centers on shifting power away from Westminster and...

Andy Burnham is on the cusp of becoming Labour’s next leader, with 322 MP nominations — just one short of the threshold — and no serious challengers in sight. He’s already nominated himself, thanking MPs for their trust and pledging a bold new direction focused on empowering people and rebuilding the economy. Backing is pouring in from top party figures including the Deputy PM and Chancellor, sign...

Andy Burnham is on track to become Labour’s next leader—and possibly Prime Minister—after securing 322 nominations, just one short of the coronation threshold. With no other candidate even close, his path looks nearly guaranteed, buoyed by early support from top figures like the Deputy PM and Chancellor. Burnham, who nominated himself, praised the backing as a sign of unity around a new, community...

Andy Burnham is on track to become Labour leader and possibly Prime Minister after securing a stunning 322 nominations from MPs — just one short of the threshold to avoid a contest. With no other candidates stepping forward, his path to power is all but guaranteed. He’s hailed the overwhelming support as a mandate for a new political direction focused on empowering people and rebuilding the econom...

Andy Burnham is on track to become Labour’s next leader, with 322 MP nominations — just one short of an automatic win, and no other candidates in sight. He’s already endorsed himself, thanked supporters across the party, and laid out a bold vision: decentralize power, rebuild the economy for ordinary people, and fix Labour’s Gaza response. With key unions like Unite offering conditional backing ti...

A mosque replica, complete with a knife-wielding figure and flag, was burned atop a bonfire in Moygashel, Northern Ireland, sparking outrage and accusations of hate-motivated intimidation. Police arrested a 56-year-old man over the display, which has drawn condemnation from politicians, human rights groups, and community leaders. While the local group claims it’s political protest against immigrat...

Andy Burnham is on track to become Labour’s next leader, with 322 MP nominations — just one short of the threshold to guarantee victory. With no serious rivals yet stepping forward, the path looks clear. He’ll need final endorsements from three Labour affiliates, including at least two trade unions, before officially taking the helm next Friday — and possibly becoming prime minister by Monday. Bur...

Discover the forgotten heroes of British art: the East London Group, a powerhouse collective of working-class painters led by John Cooper, who turned everyday lives into masterpieces. After WWI, Cooper taught art in Bethnal Green and Bow, taking students to galleries and exposing them to culture—turning window cleaners and boot repairmen into acclaimed artists. Their bold, raw work exploded onto t...

Europe’s scorching summer is breaking records — the UK faces its third heatwave this year, with scientists linking the extreme temperatures to climate change fueled by fossil fuels. Heat alerts are in place across England as hospitals brace for record ER visits and social services strain under the pressure. Western Europe just endured its hottest June on record, with early estimates pointing to ov...

Nigel Farage’s Clacton byelection gamble has spiraled into chaos as all major parties boycott the race, leaving him to face a bin-dressed novelty candidate — a surreal spectacle he didn’t see coming. Framing it as “Clacton versus the establishment,” Farage and his allies accuse rivals of cowardice and call the parliamentary probe a rigged “kangaroo court,” echoing Boris Johnson’s old playbook. But...

Capita’s profits are on the brink after a £25-40 million hit from catastrophic failures in the civil service pension scheme, where thousands of retirees waited months for vital payments and quotes—some even died before receiving them. The CEO has apologized for “very poor service,” while the government has withheld £10 million and provided £15 million in hardship loans. Capita blames rising costs...

Middlesex Cricket has appointed Julie Harrington as interim CEO amid an investigation into former CEO Andrew Cornish, bringing in a seasoned sports leader with a proven track record at British Cycling and the British Horseracing Authority to steer the club through turbulent waters and restore stability. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adverti...

Andy Burnham has publicly apologized for Labour’s initial Gaza stance, vowing a tougher line on Israel and a major shift in UK Middle East policy—including sanctions and trade bans on illegal settlements. He admitted the UK was too slow to demand a ceasefire and aims to rebuild trust with progressive voters alienated by Labour leader Keir Starmer’s early comments. Burnham insists opposing antisemi...

Andy Burnham has apologized for Labour’s delayed response to calls for a Gaza ceasefire, urging stronger action against Israel—including trade bans on illegal settlements—and insisting war crimes assessments must be left to international courts, not politicians. His remarks come amid mounting pressure for peace and humanitarian aid, as Labour’s stance faces scrutiny. Meanwhile, Nigel Farage’s surp...

Louise Haigh, ex-transport secretary, accuses a “cabal of men” in Keir Starmer’s inner circle of systematically undermining women through sexist press briefings and deliberate misinformation — a pattern she says targeted her and allies like Lisa Nandy, Bridget Phillipson, and Angela Rayner. Her exit from cabinet and role in the backbench rebellion that weakened Starmer’s grip are now seen as pivot...

A UPS supervisor known as “King” got 12 years for smuggling 300kg of cocaine worth £10 million into the UK — using his job to evade drug laws. His Spanish co-conspirator, Steven Bullen, got 16 years and 4 months for orchestrating a larger operation involving 790kg of cocaine and other drugs. Both admitted to greed-driven crimes, with Archbold reportedly recruited due to debt but “enthusiastically”...

Three beloved family members — mother Zandile, daughters Natalie and Nala — were found dead in their Bedfordshire home, sparking a devastating national outpouring of grief. An international manhunt is underway for the father, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is suspected of the killings and is believed to have fled to Zimbabwe via Heathrow. The community, schools, and colleagues are mourning the loss...

Arsenal’s goalkeeping future just got a major upgrade with the free signing of Illan Meslier from Leeds—a seasoned keeper with over 200 appearances and 70 clean sheets. Though initially penciled in as third-choice, Meslier’s arrival could push Kepa Arrizabalaga down the pecking order, especially with David Raya’s Golden Glove-winning season already behind him. Meslier, thrilled to join the “bigges...

Queens Park Rangers just pulled off a major coup by signing Scotland’s top shot-stopper, Calum Ward, who racked up 20 clean sheets—including 9 in a row—last season while helping Motherwell finish fourth. Praised for his bravery, set-piece prowess, and footwork, Ward’s arrival adds serious firepower to QPR’s defense. Though contract and fee details remain under wraps, fans are buzzing about how thi...

Vodafone users across the UK faced a major internet meltdown yesterday, July 9th, with broadband and mobile data grinding to a halt starting around 3 PM. Complaints flooded in from cities like London and Birmingham, with social media buzzing as customers vented their frustrations — one even joked the outage hit when things got “a little warm.” Downdetector confirmed the chaos with a sharp spike in...

A 33-year-old man, Anthony Williams, faces 21 serious charges including 10 counts of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing multiple people on an LNER train from Doncaster to London. The accusations also include assault, knife possession, theft, and an alleged attack on a police officer while in custody. He entered not guilty pleas in court, with a trial set for October 26th and a pre-trial hea...

Another parliamentary committee is demanding the government scrap a $330 million NHS contract with Palantir, citing deep public and medical mistrust over data privacy, ethical concerns, and Palantir’s military ties. MPs urge a break clause and UK-based alternatives, while over 100 NHS workers warn the software risks patient safety and is technologically underwhelming. Palantir defends its role in...

Economists including Jim ONeill are calling for a radical tax overhaul in Britain, proposing to replace income tax, capital gains, inheritance tax, and more with a single “national contribution” that would apply to all income sources. The goal? Generate an extra $75 billion annually to fund universal public services like free school lunches and bus rides, while tackling Britain’s spiraling debt an...

Arthur Fery, the 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, just rewrote Wimbledon history by storming into the semi-finals — the lowest-ranked player to ever reach this stage since Goran Ivanisevic in 2001. After grinding through five-set battles and 16 hours on court, he stunned the tennis world by defeating world No. 10 Flavio Cobolli in straight sets, showcasing composure and grit that even legends li...

In Northern Ireland’s Moygashel, a controversial bonfire this Friday features a mosque effigy and anti-immigrant slogans, sparking outrage from Amnesty International and police, who arrested a 56-year-old man for allegedly inciting hatred. The event, part of annual Battle of the Boyne celebrations, reflects a troubling shift toward anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant messaging, echoing recent race riot...