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Starmer must act immediately on workers' rights - union chief
Labour's post-election honeymoon will be short-lived unless it takes immediate action to deliver on workers' rights and brings a swift end to 14 years of public sector pay restraint, the president of the TUC has said.
'It's irrelevant' Allowing a reformist to run fails to stop fall in turnout by Iran's voters
If Tehran is holding its breath, it is not because of political tensions but the smog that envelops the traffic-clogged capital in summertime.
Israel-Gaza Uncommitted voters urging US arms embargo gain influence
After Joe Biden's poor debate performance and calls by some prominent Democrats to replace him, the hundreds of thousands of anti-war voters and the delegates who represent them have taken on new significance in the US presidential race.
Capt Tom's daughter disqualified from charity trustee roles
Captain Sir Tom Moore's daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore, and her husband, Colin, have been disqualified from being charity trustees amid an investigation into the foundation set up in his name, the family has said.
Ballet review An eclectic Cuban take on tragedy of Carmen
The problem is, Don José, she's just not that into you. Sure, she loves it when you spin her in multiple pirouettes, or sweep her over your shoulder, but for this Carmen (Laura Rodríguez) it's never more than in-the-moment fun; she's all spirit and impulse and impressively carefree dancing.
The top crops Female players push boundaries at Wimbledon
Forget stuffy traditions, Wimbledon's female tennis players have been pushing the boundaries this year with their imaginative on-court outfits.
'Like a son' The convicted fraudster at Farage's side
It's an enigma at the heart of Nigel Farage's general election campaign: why has a 30-year-old businessman, self-confessed high-stakes gambler and convicted fraudster flown in from a glamorous Balkan resort to act as his unpaid aide?
The Tory years How it all went down - and down, and down...
Come with me to another country far away, where things are a little bit different. In this fantastical land, young people can live and work in any country in Europe.
'Political vegetable broth' Public sector workers give their views on Labour leader
The Labour leader, Keir Starmer, pledged in an interview with Sky news last month, that a Labour government \"will properly fund our public services. I believe in our public services\".
Biden 'absolutely not' considering quitting
The White House has said Joe Biden is \"absolutely not\" considering a withdrawal of his presidential candidacy, amid a furious effort by his campaign to shore up his support, including a key meeting with Democratic governors scheduled for last night and a TV interview tomorrow.
The campaign rollercoaster Winners and losers after a long six weeks
The general election campaign is nearly finished at last, and we trust you've enjoyed the ride.
Sunak fears losing seat and is weighing return to finance or US, sources claim
Rishi Sunak has confided to members of his inner circle that he is fearful of losing his Yorkshire constituency at the general election.
EU UK will not rejoin in my lifetime, says Labour leader
The Labour leader told reporters yesterday he did not think Britain would go back into any of the three blocs while he was alive, all but ruling out rejoining even if he wins a second term in office.
Hippos might fly: beasts can get four feet off ground, study shows
It takes a scientific mind to see the grunting hulk of a hippopotamus and wonder whether, given sufficient motivation, such an improbable beast might ever become airborne.
Review The plastic pioneer who defied her times
She has had more than 250 careers, lived in more than 50 different houses and has a shoe collection that would be the envy of Imelda Marcos.
Undercover police 'filed reports on Abbott's anti-racism campaigning'
Undercover police compiled numerous secret reports on Diane Abbott while she was campaigning against racism, a public inquiry has heard.
Starmer hails 'new age of hope' as Britain votes in historic election
PM's allies talk of defeat, with last polls predicting huge win for Labour
Is waxwork target man Ronaldo really Portugal's best hope?
Pandering to their talisman, however watchable heis, hasbecomea hindrance tothe team’s chances
Demiral's double delight as Turkey seal last-eight place
A tie that had promised noise, tempo and a rattling intensity delivered emphatically.
Bellingham's alpha energy is part of England's problem
While Uefa looks at player's crotch-grabbing celebration, Gareth Southgate must harness his winning instincts
Inflation in the eurozone eases but ECB likely to keep interest rates on hold
Inflation across the eurozone slowed to 2.5% in June despite lingering pressure on households from price increases in the service sector, leaving the European Central Bank on track to keep interest rates on hold this month.
Khan Younis IDF bombards ruined city and orders residents to evacuate
Thousands of Palestinians were fleeing Khan Younis in southern Gaza after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) once again bombarded the largely ruined city and ordered a mass evacuation of residents.
Orbán holds talks with Zelenskiy in first visit to Ukraine in a decade
Hungary's prime minister, an outspoken critic of western aid to Ukraine, has held talks with Volodomyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv, during a surprise visit by Europe's most pro-Russia leader to the Ukrainian capital.
Manchester graduate who sold Viagra-style drugs online is jailed
A University of Manchester graduate has been jailed for three and a half years for importing and selling illegal medicines on eBay and Amazon.
Labour donor sues Guido Fawkes blog owner for libel over Hamas claim
The Labour donor Dale Vince has employed a new legal approach to sue the political blog Guido Fawkes for libel, despite the website being hosted overseas.
Public asked to monitor decline in blackbirds
Beloved of Shakespeare and the Beatles, the blackbird and its sweet song have captured the imagination of Britons for centuries.
Chess prodigy, nine, is youngest player to be picked for England
She is a nine-year-old prodigy who has already caused a commotion in the chess world with her fearless play and spectacular victories.
Time for a change? Voters in super-safe Tory seat consider shift to the right
As the traders pack up under the striped awnings of the market stalls in the centre of Alford, east Lincolnshire, Matthew Warner is loading balls of yarn from his shop into the back of his car.
Polls All signs point to a big Labour win - but final seat tally may still surprise
It's been six weeks since Rishi Sunak, in his rain-sodden jacket, announced that the next UK general election would be held on 4 July.
The disconnected Younger voters are unsure politics can change anything
A handmade banner bearing the words \"Generation Fucked\" hangs in the window of Earache Records in Nottingham. It is a relic of a past band signed by the label long ago.