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Donaldson trial in 60 seconds
Former Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty of all 18 child sex abuse charges, including one charge of rape Newsiline...
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Meet Andy Burnham, Britain’s likely next prime minister
Now that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation, all eyes are on Andy Burnham. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle...
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Watch: A day of big changes and mixed emotions for Labour
Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP for Makerfield hours after Keir Starmer announces his resignation as Labour Party leader. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister
Keir Starmer resigns as PM, and Andy Burnham confirms he will run to replace him. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links r...
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Kenya minister found in contempt of court over US-backed Ebola centre
Aden Duale defied a High Court order to stop building work on a controversial US-funded facility. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World a...
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Second Reform councillor quits party
Steve Lewis became a councillor for Reform UK in Wakefield after elections held on 7 May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and li...
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What do we know about Andy Burnham's politics?
This is not the first time Burnham has tried to become Labour leader, so what else do we know? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics a...
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6 leaders in 10 years. A look at the quick succession of British prime ministers
When British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he is stepping down, he became the sixth person to stand in front of No. Newsiline summarises this re...
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A decade on from Brexit, the new PM has big calls to make on Europe
A decade on from Brexit, the EU is more cohesive than many expected, but faces growing pressure from within. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Trump-endorsed de la Espriella holds a slim lead in Colombia's election as his rival challenges vote
A victory by de la Espriella is expected to usher in policies that will reverse the agenda of outgoing President Gustavo Petro, including a controversial...
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From Parliament to prison - the fall of Jeffrey Donaldson
Jeffrey Donaldson's career took him from the UUP to the DUP leadership, but he now faces a prison sentence after being convicted of child sex abuse. Newsi...
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Starmer says he'll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again
Starmer says he will remain caretaker prime minister until his Labour Party chooses a new leader — with expectations growing that it will be former Greate...
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Moment Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP
Cheers erupted in the House of Commons as Andy Burnham entered to be sworn in as an MP. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and link...
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How UK's Keir Starmer went from election landslide to downfall
Starmer's term is ending after missteps, party infighting and one colossal error of judgment that indirectly ensnared him in the scandals surrounding Jeff...
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Members of the public react as Starmer resigns
People in York and Manchester share their views as Keir Starmer stands down as the leader of the Labour Party. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Watch: Burnham says he will stand to replace Starmer
Andy Burnham says he will run to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister following his resignation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Sir Keir Starmer's premiership in six charts
BBC Verify looks at the record of Sir Keir's time in government in six key areas since he took office in July 2024. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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'Keir Starmer always had the best intentions and I wish him the best'
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he is "proud" of his work with Sir Keir Starmer after the prime minister announced he would resign. Newsiline summ...
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British PM resignations over the last decade
From Cameron to Starmer: A look back at all the prime minister resignations outside Downing Street in the last decade. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Sarwar 'proud' of work with Starmer despite resignation call
The Scottish Labour leader was the first major party figure to call for the prime minister to quit. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Polit...
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Welsh first minister wants 'new relationship' with Westminster after Starmer quits
Rhun ap Iorwerth set out demands to the PM's successor, while Welsh MPs say they back his resignation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Po...
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Keir Starmer - then and now
A look back at Kier Starmer's first speech outside number 10 in 2024, compared to his resignation speech today. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Former Kenyan justice minister blocked from entering Uganda, lawyers' body says
Martha Karua is a lawyer representing detained Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye who is on trial for treason. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Podium and speakers placed on Downing Street
Podium and speakers are carried out of No. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the original publisher for the f...
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Watch: PM's emotional tribute to his wife and children
Sir Keir Starmer resigned as PM and leader of the Labour party in a statement outside No. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and li...
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Burnham 'honoured' to be sworn in as MP
Andy Burnham confirms he will run to replace Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader and PM. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links...
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How does a leadership contest work?
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as leader of the Labour party - what happens next? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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BBC political team reflects on 'extraordinary moment'
Thoughts from the BBC's political team on an eventful morning in Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links reade...
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A look back at Keir Starmer's political career
The BBC's political correspondent Joe Pike outlines the highs and lows of his premiership. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK prime minister
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he is stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks, scarcely t...
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation speech in full
Sir Keir announces he will be step down as Labour leader and PM in a Downing Street address. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Watch Starmer's resignation speech in full
Sir Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and leader of the Labour Party, in a statement outside 10 Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Watch: Moment PM says he will step down
Keir Starmer announces his decision to quit in a speech outside No 10. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the...
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Keir Starmer announces his resignation as prime minister and Labour Party leader
Sir Keir delivered a statement to announce his planned departure from Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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Breaking: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will resign
Sir Keir Starmer says he will resign as prime minister of the United Kingdom. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers t...
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
In an emotional speech at 10 Downing Street, Keir Starmer said he will step down after days of mounting pressure and speculation over his future. Newsilin...