Burnham says ‘Britain has been on wrong path for long time’ in first speech to party conference as PM – UK politics live
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Burnham says ‘Britain has been on wrong path for long time’ in first speech to party conference as PM – UK politics live

PM expected to call for a debate on the pension triple lockBurnham to signal willingness to look at scrapping pension triple lock to fund social careAngela Rayner, the housing secretary, has apparently confirmed that Andy Burnham will float the prospect of getting rid of the pensions triple lock to help fund the creation of an NHS-style care service.Asked about the prospect on Sky’s Electoral Dysf...

New English homes in flood-risk areas could become uninsurable, says Aviva boss
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New English homes in flood-risk areas could become uninsurable, says Aviva boss

Amanda Blanc says flooding threat is ‘absolutely increasing’, as she also warns ministers over ‘kite flying’ before budgetBusiness live – latest updatesThe boss of Britain’s biggest insurer has said that homes being built now in England could become uninsurable in the future because they are sited in flood-risk areas.Amanda Blanc, the chief executive of Aviva, said the flooding threat was “absolut...

RAF Fairford: Rubio says ‘foreign actor’ behind suspected plot as some evacuated residents begin to return home – as it happened
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RAF Fairford: Rubio says ‘foreign actor’ behind suspected plot as some evacuated residents begin to return home – as it happened

US secretary of state and Donald Trump express concerns about decision to bail suspects; some residents reported as hesitant to return homeRubio says foreign actor was ‘clearly’ behind suspected RAF Fairford plotTell us: have you been affected by the incident at RAF Fairford?Former national co-ordinator for UK counter-terrorism policing Nick Aldworth said investigators make bail decisions based on...

Indian-origin sixth-grader trains machine-learning model to spot lithium deposits with 89% accuracy

Indian-origin sixth-grader trains machine-learning model to spot lithium deposits with 89% accuracy

Times of India •

Ishaan Dokania, a sixth-grader from Oregon, is exploring lithium resource identification using satellite imagery and machine learning. His project reached 89% accuracy in predicting potential lithium deposits after addressing data noise and testing various algorithms. Ishaan's innovative approach combines geology and remote sensing to streamline mineral exploration. He is competing as a finalist i...

Can Parisians really teach us to be happier?

Can Parisians really teach us to be happier?

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We welcome back Alex Durand and Tom Carles – better known as AT Frenchies – to talk France, America, friendship and the pursuit of happiness. The childhood friends-turned-internet phenomenon are back with their new book, "Pardon Our French". From growing up together to building a life between France and the US, Alex and Tom share their unique take on what makes Parisians tick, their transatlantic ...

Burnham addresses Labour conference for the first time as prime minister – UK politics live

Burnham addresses Labour conference for the first time as prime minister – UK politics live

The Guardian •

PM expected to call for a debate on the pension triple lock in his speechBurnham to signal willingness to look at scrapping pension triple lock to fund social careAngela Rayner, the housing secretary, has apparently confirmed that Andy Burnham will float the prospect of getting rid of the pensions triple lock to help fund the creation of an NHS-style care service.Asked about the prospect on Sky’s ...

UK mortgage demand drops to 32-month low as Iran war drives up borrowing costs

UK mortgage demand drops to 32-month low as Iran war drives up borrowing costs

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Average five-year fixed mortgage interest rate has hit 5.94%, its highest since October 2023, says MoneyfactsBusiness live – latest updatesDemand for UK mortgages slumped to a 32-month low in August as buyers were deterred by rising costs linked to the war in Iran.Just 54,918 mortgages for new home purchases were approved in August, the Bank of England reported on Tuesday, the lowest monthly total...

In 2023, Texas mogul paid $36 million for 11,000-sq-ft home; months later, the house was demolished

In 2023, Texas mogul paid $36 million for 11,000-sq-ft home; months later, the house was demolished

Times of India •

A Texas property developer recently demolished the Wood Residence, a historic mansion in Coral Gables, Florida. The estate, designed by Alfred Browning Parker, was not designated as a historic landmark. Local preservation advocates expressed frustration over regulatory loopholes allowing such demolitions without public hearings. The demolition reflects a broader trend driven by rising land values ...

‘It’s just cruel’: US households that had electricity shut off surged amid record hot summer

‘It’s just cruel’: US households that had electricity shut off surged amid record hot summer

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Utility disconnections were up 28% in 10 states in July 2026 – the hottest month ever recorded in the US – compared to July 2024, data showsA record hot summer collided unhappily with rising energy costs for households across the US that struggled to the point where many were disconnected from their electricity supply, even as dangerous heat baked their communities.In July, the hottest month ever ...