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Starmer defends blocking Andy Burnham from by-election run after backlash
The Manchester mayor had applied to stand as a candidate for the upcoming parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton. Source link
Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage's body ends
Israel’s military says its troops are searching for the remains of Ran Gvili, reportedly at a cemetery in northern Gaza. Source link
Uganda's military chief denies army assaulted Bobi Wine's wife
Barbara Kyagulanyi, married to the opposition leader, says she refused to reveal her husband’s whereabouts. Source link
Two charities get £300k to support older residents
Independent Age has given £149,997 to Citizens Advice Swale and £150,000 to Age UK East Sussex. Source link
Bonnie Tyler's classic hits 1bn streams – but singer reveals it 'makes nothing'
The gravelly-voiced Welsh icon’s hit is still loved by fans 43 years after its release. Source link
Embracing sauna culture can lower dementia risk and boost brain health
Columnist Helen Thomson investigates the neurological benefits of saunas, and how heat therapy can have anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body Source link
Ryanair profits fall after anti-competition fine
Despite the setback, the budget airline said it expected passenger numbers to grow this year. Source link
Ai Weiwei plans 'monumental' work for Manchester
The 68-year-old plans a “large-scale show” at Aviva Studios for his first show in the north of England. Source link
Greece biscuit factory fire leaves at least four dead
A search is continuing for one person still missing after a blaze broke out at a biscuit factory near the city of Trikala. Source link
The Traitors moves from TV to theatre with 'bold' West End show
The TV show’s makers hope its dramatic twists and huge popularity will translate into a theatre hit. Source link