Andy Burnham wants to fix social care – what are the options?
With Andy Burnham saying he wants to bring “substantial change” to social care in England, BBC Verify looks at what could be done.
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The Spin | Boris Karloff’s unlikely love of cricket lives on with foundation in his name
Actor known for his haunting film roles was president of Hollywood CC and his estate helps to fund the Windrush cricket festival September 1954 and with the first Ashes Test just two
Burnham does not rule out tax rises for social care reform as he fast-tracks Louise Casey’s review – UK politics live
The prime minister says that current inefficiencies in the system will be tackled first, as he reveals final recommendations will be out by summer 2027 Andy Burnham is speaking now. In a
Europe Is Burning
We look at the wildfires in France and Spain.
Russia Charges Telegram’s Founder Pavel Durov With Facilitating Terrorism
The charges against Pavel Durov reflected an ongoing fight over one of the most popular messaging and media apps in the country.
‘Apocalyptic’ damage as Cairngorms wildfire burns for two weeks
The blaze has destroyed about 25 sq km of moorland and forestry near Aviemore since Wednesday 15 July.
Season to end in Europe if war continues – F1 boss
Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali says the 2026 championship will end in Europe if the conflict in the Middle East makes it impossible to hold the season-closing races in Qatar and Abu
Summer of Heat, Fires and Storms Is a Reckoning for Europe on Climate
The continent is experiencing some of its biggest fires and highest temperatures ever. Residents are fleeing, leaders are struggling to respond and “it will get worse,” one climate expert said.
Nigeria: Military Confirms Killing of Army Colonel By Gunmen in Abuja
[Premium Times] In a statement on Tuesday evening, the DIA said Mr Ude was attacked by unidentified assailants at about 10:45 p.m. on Monday, 27 July.
Liberia: Liberia, France Eye Security Pact On Drug Trafficking
[New Dawn] PARIS — Liberia and France have taken steps toward strengthening bilateral cooperation in the fight against illicit drug trafficking and transnational organized crime.