Andy Burnham wins key U.K. poll, paving way for bid to challenge PM Keir Starmer

Veteran U.K. Labour politician Andy Burnham emphatically won a crunch by-election on Friday (June 19, 2026), securing a parliamentary seat and clearing the way for a widely expected leadership challenge against beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Mr. Burnham, a former Minister who has been Greater Manchester Mayor since 2017, ensured his return to parliament by…

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Faf du Plessis’ 113 overshadows Tim Seifert’s century as Texas Super Kings beat Seattle Orcas by 6 wickets | Cricket News

Faf’s century powers TSK to 6-wicket victory (Image: X) Veteran South African batter Faf du Plessis turned back the clock with a sensational unbeaten century as the Texas Super Kings (TSK) kicked off their Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 campaign with a thrilling six-wicket victory over the Seattle Orcas at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas.Chasing…

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Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming Willis celebrates turning 50: ‘I’m ready for this new decade’ |

Emma Heming Willis marked her 50th birthday with gratitude and optimism, embracing the start of a new decade alongside husband Bruce Willis. Emma Heming Willis has celebrated her 50th birthday, reflecting on a transformative decade and sharing her hopes for the future. The wife of Bruce Willis, 71, marked the milestone on Thursday, June 18,…

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‘Last for me’: Manuel Neuer confirms retirement after FIFA World Cup 2026 in emotional announcement | Football News

Manuel Neuer attends a training session. (AP Photo) Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed that he will retire from international football after the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing an end to one of the most iconic careers in modern football.The 40-year-old, a key figure in Germany’s 2014 World Cup triumph, made the…

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Glenn Phillips joins Brendon McCullum and Martin Guptill, becomes 3rd New Zealand batter to… | Cricket News

New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips celebrates his century (Ben Whitley/PA via AP) Glenn Phillips registered his name into New Zealand cricket history with a maiden Test century as the Black Caps tightened their grip on the second Test against England at The Oval on Day 2.The Kiwi all-rounder became just the third New Zealand batter to…

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