The Guardian Politics

Labour has abandoned the missions that brought it to power. Here's how Burnham could revive them. | Mariana Mazzucato

With a new prime minister incoming, Labour faces a fundamental question about its economic visionAs Keir Starmer stands down as prime minister and attention turns toward Andy Burnham, the current moment should not be reduced to a story of personalities. The question that matters is strategy, and the Labour party has three years left to get this right.When Labour won its landslide in July 2024, it did so on the promise of a new kind of governance: five national missions to tackle the UK’s deepest

politics  Jun 28, 2026

The Guardian Politics

Reform UK makes dramatic first impression in Senedd opposition role

With more than a third of Welsh parliament seats, Reform MSs have caused tears and walkouts – and voted against their own partyTears, walkouts, own-goal votes: the Welsh parliament has only been sitting for a few weeks, but Reform UK has already made a dramatic first impression in its new role as the official Senedd opposition.Plaid Cymru won May’s historic Welsh elections, ending 100 years of Labour dominance and blocking the momentum of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, which came second. He had been

politics  Jun 28, 2026

The Guardian Culture

David Sedaris on his Duolingo obsession: ‘“Today is the last day,” I told myself – but I was powerless to stop’

I decided to combine my need to top the leader table with my daily step count – which is how I found myself walking 10 miles a day while reading out sentences in Japanese, German, Spanish and FrenchHugh and I were driving from Washington, DC, to the Sea Section, our house on the coast of North Carolina, when I noticed a dot with legs traversing the hem of my untucked shirt. “There’s a tick on me!” I said.He looked down at my lap. “Well, throw it outside. It’s nothing to get hysterical about

entertainment  Jun 28, 2026

TechCrunch

Indian payments chief thinks AI will be heavily involved in next era of digital payment growth

Dilip Asbe said that newer UPI apps could be more competitive with a viable commercial model

technology  Jun 28, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

Burnham’s Rise Revives Talk of War Bonds to Fund the UK Military

Britain’s soon-to-be prime minister wants an array of bold new policies to attract voters who have grown tired of a Labour government mired in indecision and political backbiting. One idea that could raise Andy Burnham’s famously thick eyebrows is the issuing of war bonds.

business  Jun 28, 2026

The Guardian Culture

Still blazing after all these years: Mel Brooks at 100

The director of The Producers hits his century as a uniquely beloved entertainer who embodies his conviction that ‘comedy is the opposite of death’Mel Brooks’ story is that of the US and Jews and American Jewish comedy. He was born on the kitchen table of a tenement in Brooklyn a century ago in the same month Marilyn Monroe made her own entrance on the opposite coast. The son of European immigrants, Brooks was brought up by his mother after his father died when Melvin was just two years old. He

entertainment  Jun 28, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

Pakistan Forces Kill Three Militants in Karachi Camp Attack

Pakistan’s security forces have foiled a militant attack on a camp in Karachi Saturday night, killing three assailants and capturing one injured attacker, according to government statements.

business  Jun 28, 2026

ESPN

Could an overworked Ronaldo hurt Portugal's World ...

Cristiano Ronaldo has played every minute of Portugal's group stage campaign at the World Cup.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

BBC Sport

New deal, new beginnings & a sudden exit - Clarke's Scotland timeline

BBC Scotland charts the trajectory of Steve Clarke's last month as Scotland head coach.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

BBC Sport

Messi comes off the bench to score as Argentina beat Jordan

Lionel Messi comes off the bench to become the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in seven consecutive matches, as Argentina defeat Jordan 3-1 in their final game in Group J.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

ESPN

Parker, Delle Donne, Reeve enter women's HOF

Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, former rivals who each won two WNBA MVP awards, and Cheryl Reeve, who has won four titles as head coach, were enshrined in the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

ESPN

🤔 Messi-Ronaldo classic ruined by Portugal draw

Portugal's draw with Colombia on Saturday means a destined quarterfinal matchup between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi is off until at least the final.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

India Urges Kailash Pilgrims to Have All China Travel Documents

India advised citizens who are planning to undertake the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra pilgrimage in Tibet to ensure they have all the required Chinese visas and entry permits before beginning their journey, after reports of pilgrims stranded in Nepal awaiting documentation.

business  Jun 28, 2026

BBC Sport

Messi scores again and gets another record

Lionel Messi comes off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas and becomes the first player ever to score in seven World Cup games in a row.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

NY Times World

A Mayor Is Taking Maternity Leave in Japan. Some Men Are Furious.

Shoko Kawata is the first mayor to take maternity leave in Japan’s history. Her decision has prompted debate about gender discrimination in the work force.

general  Jun 28, 2026

ESPN

Goodman hits 3 HRs, knocks in 5 as Rockies win

Colorado Rockies designated hitter Hunter Goodman hit three long home runs in an 8-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday, a day after he launched a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning of the series opener.

sports  Jun 28, 2026

Financial Times

Apple to fight $500mn patent bill at UK Supreme Court

Battle over licensing of mobile connection protocols could shape global rates for other technologies

business  Jun 28, 2026

The Guardian Culture

I was a whinger, a cynic, a misanthrope. Then I saw Harry Styles live – and I will never be the same again

I knew my 11-year-old son would love an evening at Wembley with his favourite star. But nothing prepared me for what it would mean to meThe answers to some little questions are hugely revealing. We pass it off as small talk, but asking about somebody’s first anything often reveals all you need to know about who they are today and why. If only I’d understood the implications of buying Wig Wam Bam by Black Lace as my debut music purchase – had known it would shape so many future interactions and r

entertainment  Jun 28, 2026

Financial Times

So, about that saga of Trump’s reflecting pool  . . . 

In a desperate bid to deflect attention, the president is doing what he loves to do: blaming the libs

business  Jun 28, 2026

Financial Times

No, we have not had enough of experts

Trust in specialists is growing 10 years after Brexit but employers still need more of them

business  Jun 28, 2026