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Tensions exposed among Greens by 'Zionism is racism' conference vote
What may be troubling for the Greens institutionally is what this episode reveals about some of the dynamics in the party.
How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
With primaries over, some members of the GOP are breaking with President Trump
Several Republicans in competitive races broke with President Trump on key agenda issues this week as voters continue to express concern about the economy and the war with Iran.
What did we learn from the Trump-Xi summit?
President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping wrap up their two-day summit. What did we learn beyond the pageantry?
Tory ex-ministers face serious questions over migrant centre chaos, inquiry hears
The Manston centre in Kent became overwhelmed in November 2022 at the height of the small boats crisis.
I'm not tempted to call an early election, Burnham says
The prime minister told the BBC an early poll would throw the country into a "backward-looking process".
Rory Stewart on his viral Newsnight moment
Rory Stewart talks about his viral Newsnight moment
Scottish government urges council to pause fire and rehire plans
Jenny Gilruth wants Glasgow City Council to pause its plan to fire and rehire employees.
Question Time panel clash over welfare policy
The Conservatives have promised to prevent long-term jobless benefit claimants from spending their welfare payments on alcohol, cigarettes and gambling.
Trump and China's Xi discuss AI, trade and Iran war during state visit
U.S. President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met for the second time this year to much fanfare but little in the way of grand bargains.
As election enters its final stretch, some Republicans are distancing from Trump
At a moment when President Trump is asking GOP voters to pretend he is on the ballot, some Republican lawmakers have started to push back on different parts of his agenda.
Miliband tells Iran minister UK will not tolerate 'hostile activity' on British soil
The foreign secretary stresses "the UK's unwavering resolve to combat threats from Iranian-linked groups in UK soil, including attacks on the British Jewish community".
New policies, election speculation: What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM
Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.
'This is the final offer,' says NI secretary over £1.5bn Stormont funding package
Some six months have passed since the executive should have set a budget for this financial year.
Long agenda, short meeting: Trump and Xi meet
All Things Considered host Mary Louise Kelly talks with White House correspondent Emily Feng about the Trump/Xi summit.
Results awaited in Isle of Man general election
Counting begins in the island's 12 constituencies to elect 24 members of the House of Keys.
Ministers reject dog ownership licence scheme
A taskforce had suggested new legal requirements could help promote dog control and reduce attacks.
Glasgow City Council to fire and rehire over 23,000 employees
It says redundancy notices will be withdrawn if the three unions agree to ballot their members on the pay offer.