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Manchester Councillors Investigate Housing Loans Approved Under Andy Burnham's Mayoralty

Councillors in Manchester are scrutinising the transparency of housing loan approvals made during Andy Burnham's tenure as Greater Manchester Mayor. Concerns centre on the process for sanctioning substantial financial backing for housing projects.

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UK Government Pledges Overhaul of Covid Vaccine Compensation Scheme After Inquiry Criticism

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Welsh Labour Government Reverses M4 Relief Road Stance, Urges Construction Seven Years Post-Cancellation

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Tirana Protests Escalate: Demonstrators Clash With Police, Set Vehicles Alight

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US Senators Demand Investigation into SpaceX Starlink Restrictions on Ukraine Battlefield

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IMF Officials Commend UK Fiscal Plans Ahead of Autumn Statement

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Greens Deputy Leader Mothin Ali Secures Damages Over False Disorder Claims

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Ukrainian Man Roman Lavrynovych Claims Coercion in Arson Attacks on Sir Keir Starmer Properties

Roman Lavrynovych, 22, told the Old Bailey he was forced to commit arson targeting properties and a car linked to Sir Keir Starmer, denying intent to endanger life. He claims a Russian-speaking Telegram user threatened him and his family.

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Seventeen US Executives, Including Apple and Tesla Chiefs, Accompany Trump to Beijing

Donald Trump is taking 17 American business leaders to China for high-level meetings with President Xi Jinping. The delegation includes Tim Cook of Apple and Elon Musk of Tesla, signalling a focus on commercial ties despite ongoing geopolitical friction.

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Catherine West Retreats From Labour Leadership Challenge, Demands Sir Keir Starmer September Exit Timetable

Labour MP Catherine West has withdrawn her immediate threat to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the party leadership, instead calling for him to establish a clear timeline for his departure in September. This move follows Starmer's speech, where he vowed to remain in post despite recent election setbacks, insisting his government had made correct 'big political choices'.

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Catherine West Drops Immediate Leadership Challenge to Sir Keir Starmer After Speech

Catherine West has withdrawn her immediate threat to trigger a Labour leadership contest against Sir Keir Starmer, opting instead to press for a timetable for his departure. This decision provides a reprieve for Downing Street, while reportedly benefiting Andy Burnham's prospects for a future challenge.

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Cole Tomas Allen Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Trump Assassination at Washington Hilton

Cole Tomas Allen entered a not guilty plea to federal gun charges and attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump at last month's White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Prosecutors allege Allen fired a shotgun at a US Secret Service agent at the event.

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Christian Schmidt Resigns as Bosnia High Representative Amid US Policy Shift

Christian Schmidt, Bosnia and Herzegovina's international high representative, has resigned after a controversial tenure, raising questions about the future of the office itself. His departure follows a reported loss of US support, with implications for Bosnia's stability.

Northumberland Adoption Overturned: Mother Concealed Prisoner Relationship During Proceedings

A two-year-old's adoption has been rescinded by the Court of Appeal after his adoptive mother failed to disclose her relationship with a serving prisoner. Gateshead Council argued the adoption was based on 'fundamentally mistaken' information, jeopardising the child's welfare.

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E.On Seeks Ovo Acquisition to Form Britain's Largest Energy Supplier

E.On has announced plans to acquire Ovo, a move that would create the UK's largest energy supplier. Consumer groups have advised Ovo customers that their tariffs and service will remain unchanged.

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Starmer Appoints Gordon Brown, Harriet Harman to Advisory Roles After Election Losses

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed former Labour Prime Minister Gordon Brown as a special envoy for global finance and Harriet Harman as an adviser on tackling violence against women and girls. These appointments follow significant election losses for the Labour party, with some MPs questioning Starmer's leadership and calling for his departure.

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Reform UK Councillor Stuart Prior Resigns Essex County Council Seat Following Islamophobia Allegations

Stuart Prior, a newly elected Reform UK councillor for Essex County Council and Rochford District Council, has resigned and been expelled from the party. This follows allegations of racist and Islamophobic social media posts unearthed by anti-racism campaigners Hope Not Hate.

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Nazi-Looted Toon Kelder Painting Found in Dutch SS Collaborator's Family Home

A painting stolen from Jewish art collector Jacques Goudstikker by the Nazis during World War Two has been discovered in the residence of descendants of notorious Dutch SS commander Hendrik Seyffardt. The artwork, 'Portrait of a Young Girl' by Toon Kelder, was reportedly held by the family for decades despite knowledge of its illicit origins.

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Philippine House Impeaches Vice-President Sara Duterte Second Time for Misuse of Funds

The Philippine House of Representatives has impeached Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time over alleged misuse of public funds and threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family. The vote of 255-to-29 advances the process to the Senate for a trial, which could disqualify her from holding public office and disrupt her 2028 presidential aspirations.