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Burnham does not rule out wealth tax
The expected next PM says he may have to "ask for a little more" in tax and warns of "difficult" choices.
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French MPs approve assisted dying law with strict rules after years of argument
The bill would allow assisted dying for terminally ill adults who meet strict criteria.
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Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.
Entertainment
Michael Sheen stars in comedy about UFOs after claiming he saw one over hometown
The UFO comedy film is a debut from director Simon Ryninks who was inspired by his west Wales roots.
India
Doctor killed in flat, mentally ill son found injured; family alleges wife's role
A doctor was fatally stabbed at his Dharwad residence on Wednesday night. His eight-year-old son, who is mentally challe...
Entertainment
The Odyssey is a 'colossal piece of cinema', critics say in rave reviews
The film, starring Matt Damon and Zendaya, is director Christopher Nolan's first since Oppenheimer.
World
More people around the world now favour China over the US, Pew study suggests
There is more confidence in Xi Jinping than Donald Trump, the US think tank's survey indicates.
Politics
Mocking regional accents is last form of acceptable discrimination, says MP
MPs debated how prejudice against strong regional accents could affect social mobility in Westminster Hall.
Entertainment
Diljit Dosanjh charged Re 1 fees for playing Jaswant Singh Khalra's role in 'Satluj'
Diljit Dosanjh charged only Re 1 for his role in the film 'Satluj'. The actor felt it was shameful to charge for portra...
Science
Train 'encased in flames' in Canada wildfire
The crew was rescued after the close call. Meanwhile, wildfires in Canada have left Toronto under a haze and sent smoke...
World
Five arrested after Hong Kong police raid independent bookshops
Officials say they are suspected of selling "seditious" books which incited "hatred" against authorities.
Entertainment
Salman Khan was the first to sense Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s romance
During their appearance on Neha Dhupia's talk show, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal revealed that it was Salman Khan who...