Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is emerging as a leading figure in Labour politics, with growing speculation that a future leadership contest could position him as the overwhelming favorite to succeed the party's current leadership.
Iran launched retaliatory missile attacks toward Gulf states and Jordan after a second consecutive day of U.S. military strikes, escalating regional tensions and raising concerns about a broader Middle East conflict.
A powerful earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mindanao, Philippines, killing at least 19, injuring over 100, and prompting tsunami warnings across parts of Asia. Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing.
The National Spelling Bee returned to Washington, D.C., but the new venue received mixed reactions from participants and attendees ahead of a major UFC event connected to the White House.
The United States and Iran appear closer to a possible agreement to end months of conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and ease tensions across the Middle East, though major questions remain unresolved.
