Burnham finalising cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday
Posted on Friday July 17, 2026

The new Labour leader says his government will deliver the biggest change in British politics for 40 years.

Labour pins hopes on Burnham reboot as he plans policy blitz
Posted on Friday July 17, 2026

There is belief in the party that the new leader could put Labour back in the political match, political editor Chris Mason writes.

Mother of Henry Nowak killer jailed for removing knife from murder scene
Posted on Friday July 17, 2026

Kiran Kaur is jailed after attempting to hide the knife used to kill student Henry Nowak.

Bayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says
Posted on Friday July 17, 2026

The French culture minister has told the BBC that the Bayeux Tapestry is in "a wonderful state".

Lauren Laverne diagnosed with blood and bone marrow disorder
Posted on Friday July 17, 2026

The broadcaster reveals she has smouldering myeloma, which can develop into a type of blood cancer.