Politics
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Wildfire 'overlooked' as it was in the North - MP
Alison Hume says farmers' losses from the Langdale Moor fire had "slipped through the cracks".
The dangers of politicians being "too online" - or not online enough
In an era when reputations can be made or broken with a single post, getting the balance right is tricky.
Alaska primary sets up big Senate race between Sullivan and Peltola
Primary elections in Alaska have set the stage for some big races in the fall: one that could be key in Democrats' effort to take control of the Senate in the midterms.
People smuggler exposed by BBC investigation arrested and charged
Twana Jamal Khdir has been arrested and charged with immigration offences.
Male prisons in England and Wales have fewer than 1,800 spaces
Male prisons have less than 1,800 spaces available in England and Wales, the lowest level since March
Florida senate primary winner Angie Nixon relied on grassroots organizing
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Angie Nixon, a progressive democrat who won her U.S. Senate primary in Florida despite being massively outmatched in terms of spending.
Behaviour guidelines for life in UK published for asylum seekers
The nine-page booklet covers issues including respect in public, sex and consent, and gender equality.
New health minister needs 'determination to do difficult things'
Jon Burrows has said he will confirm on Thursday who will replace Mike Nesbitt as health minister.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
Suspended Reform UK member vows to fight to remain in party
Tim Montgomerie says his appeal will be a test of whether the party can tolerate free speech.
Trump administration moves to open untouched national forests to logging
The end of "roadless rule" protections would open millions of acres of pristine forests to commercial use. Supporters say it will lead to better managed forests.
How one man gets new laws passed - again and again
Ron Bailey has been quietly changing the law for the past 40 years - how does he do it?
Burnham received £345,000 of donations ahead of becoming PM
The prime minister lists his financial interests for the first time since returning to Parliament.
'Everyone in for Christmas' - Burnham unveils rough sleeping plan
Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.
Join EU migration pact to tackle small boats, says Ed Davey
The Liberal Democrats say taking part in the scheme would "destroy the business model" of gangs arranging Channel crossings.
Reform suspends Tory defector after criticism of senior figures
Tim Montgomerie - a prominent former Conservative activist - says he plans to appeal against the suspension.
Could Reform really cut £50bn in welfare?
BBC Verify has been breaking down Reform's plans to save more than £50bn a year from the welfare bill - and how realistic it is.
Burnham says he's not embarrassed about hoax message exchange
The PM communicated with a person posing as Susie Wiles, the chief of staff to Donald Trump.