Burnham Faces First PMQs as UK Borrowing Costs Hit 18-Year High
Andy Burnham's first PMQs as PM is dominated by rising UK borrowing costs and spending pledges. Can he balance promises with market pressure?
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Germany Blames Russia for Leipzig Drone Attack on Ukrainian Plane
Germany is set to formally accuse Russia of orchestrating the August 4 Leipzig drone attack on a Ukrainian cargo plane, with sanctions expected.
New '76' Number Plates Hit UK Roads as DVLA Bans 500+ Offensive Combinations
The '76' number plate arrives today, but the DVLA has banned over 500 offensive combinations. Know the rules to avoid fines.
Old Farmer's Almanac September 2026 Weather: Cool East, Warm Interior Predicted
Old Farmer's Almanac September 2026 forecast predicts cooler-than-average temperatures in the East and warmer conditions across the interior U.S.
Post Ordered to Reinstate Columnist Fired Over Charlie Kirk Posts
Arbitrator rules Washington Post must reinstate Karen Attiah after firing over Charlie Kirk posts, a win for labor and free speech.
Camilla and Harry: UK Return Shifts Royal Dynamics as King Charles Plans Tour
Queen Camilla reportedly backs Prince Harry's UK return, urging King Charles to rebuild ties amid a new royal chapter.
Labor Day 2026: Sales, History, and a Trade War Shadow
Labor Day 2026 falls on Sept. 7. Get key dates, early sales, and how the Canada-U.S. trade war is reshaping holiday shopping.
Iran War Grinds Into Month 7: New Strikes, Blockade Fallout, and Stalled Diplomacy
US-Iran conflict enters its seventh month with fresh strikes, a shipping blockade, and no diplomatic breakthrough despite Trump's optimism.
Apple Watch Series 12: Gurman Reveals Ceramic Colors, Always-On Heart Rate
Mark Gurman reports Apple Watch Series 12 will feature ceramic cases in white and dark gray, plus continuous heart-rate tracking and a redesigned Fitness app.
Tropical Storm Dolly Dissipates, But Caribbean Rain Threat Remains
Tropical Storm Dolly weakened to an open tropical wave. Remnants may bring heavy rain and flash flooding to the Leeward Islands and Puerto Rico this weekend.
Kennedy Center Fight Intensifies as Trump's Rename Deadline Nears
Judge weighs blocking Trump's Kennedy Center renaming as Democrats warn renovations could destroy the cultural landmark.
US to End Peshmerga Military Aid, Risking Power Vacuum in Iraqi Kurdistan
US plans to cut military aid to Kurdish Peshmerga, ending a key partnership and potentially emboldening Iran in the Middle East.