My generation had no voice on Brexit – but Burnham gives the young fresh hope on Europe | Ceira Sergeant
Brexit didn’t create all the problems young people now face, but renewing close ties with Europe will give us so many opportunitiesI was 14 when the UK voted to leave the EU. Too young to vote, but no
Politics
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17.08.2026
British Gas paid me £38,000 by mistake, and I can’t give it back
It said that was what I was due after I submitted a claim for £300 for energy exported through my solar panelsBritish Gas paid me more than £38,000 by mistake, then had no idea how to reclaim it. I re
Finance
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17.08.2026
Monday briefing: What can Andy Burnham learn from Spain’s Pedro Sànchez?
In today’s newsletter: The Spanish prime minister has remade himself as Europe’s leading leftwing standard-bearer. Could his success offer the UK’s PM a route forward?Good morning. To international on
World
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17.08.2026
Starwatch: Vega the bright star will light the way to the constellation of Lyra
Lyra, the lyre, represents the harp played by the Greek poet OrpheusWe turn our attention this week to one of the sky’s smallest constellations. High overhead from the UK after darkness falls, Lyra, t
Science
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17.08.2026
Burnham exchanged messages with impersonator of top Trump aide
The U.K. leader believed he was communicating with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
Politics
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17.08.2026
How switching your bank account could earn you up to £220
New research suggests staying put is costing British savers billions in missed interest every year.
Finance
bbc.co.uk
17.08.2026
Summer jobs bounce back in UK thanks to busy calendar of sport and music
Industry tracker finds ‘exceptionally warm weather’ has helped boost job listings in hospitality and tourism sectorThe summer job has staged a comeback this year thanks to the hot weather and a packed
Finance
theguardian.com
17.08.2026
Reform UK benefits ban for foreign nationals would include EU citizens
The move would require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal and could risk stripping British expats living in the EU of similar rights.
Politics
bbc.co.uk
16.08.2026
Ariana Grande Brings Out ‘Wicked’ Co-Star Cynthia Erivo for ‘Happy Days’ and ‘For Good’ at Eternal Sunshine London Show
Ariana Grande brought out Cynthia Erivo to perform at her Aug. 16 Eternal Sunshine stop at London’s O2. The “Wicked” stars sang “For Good” and “Happy Days” on the second night in the U.K. for Grande’s
Culture
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16.08.2026
Amy Hunt’s ‘dream comes true’ with fourth European Championships gold
British sprinter first to win four titles at single eventDina Asher-Smith hits record 11 European medals totalIf there was any remaining doubt that this has been Amy Hunt’s European Championships, it
Sport
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16.08.2026
Britain’s Georgia Hunter Bell surges to emphatic 1500m European gold
Hunter Bell races clear on final lap to win in 4:07.78secKlaudia Kazimierska claims silver; Patricia Silva bronzeGeorgia Hunter Bell’s glorious summer continues to take her to fresh summits. She was s
Sport
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16.08.2026
The plane crashed during the air show in Britain
A light engine plane crashed during an air show in Essex County, England, and the pilot was seriously injured.
Azerbaijan
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16.08.2026
Jamie Dimon warns UK chancellor against higher bank taxes
JPMorgan chief’s call to John Healey is part of lobbying by financial services sector ahead of October Budget
Finance
ft.com
16.08.2026
GB denied 2028 Olympics spot as USA and Canada win flag football world titles
The United States successfully defended the men's title at the flag football world championships on Sunday but lost the women's title to Canada, while Mexico's women and Canada's men earned qualificat
Sport
skysports.com
16.08.2026
Taliban threaten former Afghan police worker after MoD leak reveals identity
UK has refused resettlement application despite ‘years of loyal service’ that have resulted in ‘constant fear’ of reprisalsA man has received threats from the Taliban after his work for the Afghan pol
World
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16.08.2026
UK-made drones strike targets inside Russia
The drones have been used for the first time in mainland Russia to hit military and industrial targets.
Politics
bbc.co.uk
16.08.2026
Andy Burnham has barely acknowledged the climate crisis. If only Britain’s workers had that luxury | John Harris
Nurses collapsing, builders with heatstroke, bus drivers in cabs that reach 44C. The new PM wanted to spend the summer talking about the cost of living – he should change his plansI don’t think I have
Politics
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16.08.2026
Man under threat of deportation to Jamaica wins right to rejoin his British family
Mark Nelson released from immigration detention on bail after lawyers challenge decision to remove himA Jamaican man who has lived more than half his life in the UK and was facing imminent deportation
World
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16.08.2026
European Championships security scare keeps fans and athletes stuck at stadium
Athletes unable to reach hotels until after midnightMan arrested on suspicion of fraudDozens of athletes, including Britain’s Amy Hunt, and thousands of spectators were caught up in a massive securit
Sport
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16.08.2026
A positive new report raises the question: was Reeves undermined by dodgy data? | Heather Stewart
Assessment that has found a jump in UK productivity emphasises urgent need to appoint a national statisticianKeen new chancellor, John Healey, responded to last week’s better-than-expected economic ne
Politics
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16.08.2026