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UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills

Accelerating price increases in July add to pressure on households, with chancellor saying ‘there is more to do to restore hope’

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19

Wednesday briefing: Why do people think crime is going up when it isn’t?

In today’s newsletter: For the most part, Britain is a far safer country than it was in the past – but its inhabitants think almost every measure of crime is increasing

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19

Andy Burnham's Bus Overhaul Is Bigger Than £2 Fares as Disabled Pass Rule Is Scrapped

From April 2027, disabled bus pass holders in England can travel at any time, benefiting around one million people. The £60m scheme aims to support employment and reduce living costs.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

Self-saboteurs England and Pakistan face off in ‘El Dysfunctiono’ series

With Pakistan at a low ebb and England at the start of their semi-reset the series at Headingly looks to be an interesting one

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

2026 Ballon d’Or: How Harry Kane’s Campaign Compares to Rodri, Lamine Yamal

The England international has fierce competition from Spain’s best.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 18

Pakistan have pedigree but lack wizardry 10 years on from glorious summer

Tourists return to England having won just two of their last 13 Test series amid rapidly changing personnel

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Returning captain Joe Root aiming to build on best of Stokes era against Pakistan

Joe Root said he is not planning on ‘ripping up’ the work of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum as England prepare to face Pakistan in the first Test in Leeds

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Can Britain’s railways cope with ever-more extreme heat? An expert Q&A

On August 14, the hottest day of an exceptionally hot summer, a train derailed near Lewes in East Sussex, England. Three carriages tipped over and two people were seriously injured. The following day, another train derailed in Essex.

The Conversation · Aug 18

Grenfell cladding firm Arconic paid shareholders £23m more in compensation than to fire victims

Report’s author said findings highlighted ‘near-total failure’ to hold corporations accountable over the disaster that killed 72 people

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

France's Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal national football team

Former France midfielder Patrick Vieira has been appointed Senegal coach, succeeding Pape Thiaw following the team's World Cup elimination. Born in Dakar, the 50-year-old takes charge of a national team for the first time after coaching in England, France and Italy. Vieira will begin his tenure next month as Senegal…

France 24 · Aug 18