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This Reform UK councillor is a real person, not AI
False claims are spreading about George Boyd, who was elected as a Reform councillor in the east of England. Source link
Labour MP says PM should go but pulls back from leadership challenge
The north London MP wants Sir Keir to set out a timetable for his departure, but the PM has said he would not walk away. Source link
How are countries responding to hantavirus?
The UK, US and EU are asking all citizens returning home from the virus-hit MV Hondius to self-isolate for about six weeks. Source link
Wordle to become TV quiz show with Savannah Guthrie as host
The online word game from the New York Times will hit the small screen in the UK and US from next year. Source link
Ovo energy customers urged not to panic as takeover planned
All existing tariffs will be honoured in full under a planned deal that could create Britain’s largest energy supplier. Source link
Ofcom partially upholds police watchdog complaint about BBC's Chris Kaba doc
The complaint concerned claims made on a Panorama episode on Kaba, who was killed in 2022. Source link
TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK
Those who don’t subscribe will be able to use the platform for free – but be shown personalised ads by default. Source link
Analysis: Has Starmer done enough to save his premiership?
Was the prime minister’s speech enough to avert a challenge to his leadership less than two years after he won a landslide general election victory? Source link
Rhun ap Iorwerth to become Wales' new first minister within days
Three other Senedd parties indicate they will either back his nomination or not oppose him. Source link
Reform councillor quits days after election
Reform UK’s Stuart Prior is accused of creating racist posts on social media. Source link