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IrelandScotlandWalesLIVEAndy Burnham arrives at Buckingham Palace to become prime minister after Keir Starmer formally resignsBuckingham Palace says the King was "graciously pleased to accept" Starmer's resignation.Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trendDetermined to hit the ground running, the former mayor hopes to maintain the leadership style he adopted in Manchester.11 hrs agoPoliticsFire crews battle blaze on Arthur’s Seat in EdinburghA huge plume of smoke could be seen from as far away as Fife on Sunday evening.2 hrs agoEdinburgh, Fife & EastRyanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costsThe Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90.1 hr agoBusinessPrisons minister Lord Timpson quits governmentThe businessman said it was an "honour" to serve in the post, but the BBC understands he feels he has achieved all he can in the role.2 hrs agoPoliticsBroadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton dies aged 68Stourton hosted Radio 4's Today programme for a decade and was a founding member of Channel 4 News.4 hrs agoCultureLIVESouth East Water extends hosepipe ban to other areas South East Water says extending its hosepipe ban means 2.4m people are affected in southern England.Residents told to pay £7,000 each to fix water pipe outside their homesWelsh Water says it doesn't own the pipe and residents have 11 days to fix it - or face prosecution.Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthroughA 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research. 'I'm petrified my rapist could be released early'Jade Belgrove shares her fears with the BBC, having waived her legal right to anonymity.'No more families should endure this' - parents of student who died from MenB back new vaccine adviceMeg Draper, 18, died of meningitis B just weeks after she started university. Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent.Watch/ListenMarathon runners compete on drifting sea ice at North PoleOrganisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.'A 10-goal thriller': England fans react to 6-4 win over FranceEngland's victory means the team finished third and secured their best World Cup result since 1966.Donning protective kit for a first glance at the Bayeux TapestryThe 70m-long 11th Century embroidery is to go on display at the British Museum, after it arrived in from France last week.'Good day to drown a few sorrows,' says King as he pours pintKing Charles III hinted at England's World Cup semi-final loss as he poured a pint in a pub.Features & analysisThe small seaside town winning big from TV tourismHope Street has been popular with audiences not just in the UK but overseas since it started in 2021.The Paper: 'Burnham's new era' and 'Viva España!'Two stories are dominating Monday's front pages, with Andy Burnham set to become PM, and Spain winning the World Cup.My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers. Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to checkThousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.More from the UK'I'm petrified my rapist could be released early'Jade Belgrove shares her fears with the BBC, having waived her legal right to anonymity.Ulster Unionists to establish independent process over child abuser DonaldsonJeffrey Donaldson, who has been convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse, was a member of the UUP from 1985 until 2003.LIVEAndy Burnham arrives at Buckingham Palace to become prime minister after Keir Starmer formally resignsBuckingham Palace says the King was "graciously pleased to accept" Starmer's resignation.Residents told to pay £7,000 each to fix water pipe outside their homesWelsh Water says it doesn't own the pipe and residents have 11 days to fix it - or face prosecution.Latest updates6 hrs agoHow Highland cows are giving a family farm a boostThe cows have brought in thousands of visitors and given the farm a boost in revenue.6 hrs ago1 day agoThe honours system used to be too posh but I'm proof change is happeningRecord numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.1 day ago2 days agoBeaver who escaped to find mate welcomes first kitSteve settles into fatherhood in Wales after escaping three times to find love.2 days ago2 days ago'I never dreamed I'd go on stage completely bald'Actor and writer Emily Glaze is taking a one-woman show about alopecia to the Edinburgh Fringe.2 days ago2 days ago16 World Cup viral moments - from Posh Spice's nonchalance to Haaland's bromanceWe look at some of the most memorable scenes during the 2026 World Cup that set the internet alight.2 days ago3 days agoNew photograph marks Queen's 79th birthdayQueen Camilla is marking her birthday with a renewed commitment to supporting children's literacy.3 days ago4 days agoMI5 court evidence based on lies, report saysSenior MI5 figures were criticised in the report by deputy investigatory powers commissioner Sir John Goldring.4 days ago5 days agoTourists warned of methanol poisoning risks in new campaignHolidaymakers are urged to understand the dangers and symptoms of methanol poisoning.5 days ago5 days agoMusic fans have spoken - who should be in the Scottish Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?Some of the biggest names in Scottish music are supporting a bid to create a Scottish Rock and Roll Music Hall of Fame.5 days ago...
