Burkina Faso military rulers scrap electoral commission, taking control of future polls
The authorities said the body was a waste of money – the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years.
Man accused of assaulting officers at airport ‘feared police would kill him’
One of two brothers accused of assaulting officers trying to arrest him says he was “frightened”.
‘Absolute cracker’ – McIlroy makes two birdies in space of three holes
Rory McIlroy birdies the fifth and seventh holes to move to two-under par at The Open.
UK’s most powerful supercomputer comes online
The Isambard-AI supercomputer is made fully operational as the government unveils fresh AI plans.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: How and when to see it
The Perseid meteor shower will be bright and active across the night sky over the next five weeks.
Marathon world record holder Chepngetich suspended for doping
Ruth Chepngetich, the women’s marathon world record holder, is provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for a banned substance.
Starmer says he had to ‘deal with’ rebel Labour MPs
The PM argues MPs “elected on a Labour manifesto” should back the government’s plans.
Busiest UK airports raise drop off charges, says RAC
Britain’s airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop off passengers close to terminals.
Doctors found guilty over death of pregnant woman in Poland
Izabela’s death of sepsis in 2021 led to nationwide protests against the country’s strict abortion laws.
Afghans express fear for relatives’ safety after UK data leak
Relatives worry the Taliban may intensify its search for those who worked with the UK in Afghanistan.