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The Guardian view on Andy Burnham: political poetry must become governing prose

Editorial: Larkin, Harrison and Shakespeare shaped Labour’s leader. Now comes the harder task: turning language into lasting change

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From Cambridge ‘impostor’ to New Labour star: Andy Burnham’s winding path to power

In the first of a two-part profile, Daniel Boffey traces the incoming PM’s early forays into politics and his rise to prominence – ultimately leading to him leaving London for Manchester

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The trouble with defining politicians by their university degrees

Letters: Readers respond to an article by Blake Morrison about Andy Burnham’s English literature degree and love of poetry

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At a poet’s memorial, I saw how Andy Burnham could be a different kind of prime minister

The putative PM-to-be explained how one of Tony Harrison’s poems gave him a new outlook, says poet and author Blake Morrison

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‘Andy Burnham’s life was changed by the poet Tony Harrison’: writers discuss literature, politics and the 100 best novels

What would Trump think of Gilgamesh? And why are 19th-century classics so popular among young people? Writers on why we need the novel more than ever

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'Hold your horses': Tszyu to wait for world-title shot

Emerging superstar Nikita Tszyu wants to bide his time rather than rush into a world-title fight after preserving his unbeaten record with another brutal win.

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'Sharper, hungrier' Tszyu locks in make-or-break return

Fallen Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu has announced a date, venue and opponent for his much-anticipated comeback after three losses in his past four fights.

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Soldier F case should serve as a caution for future Troubles prosecutions

In finding F not guilty of murder on Bloody Sunday, judge said evidence fell well short of the standard required

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How Tony Harrison gave this lass the confidence she needed

Letters: An encouraging note from the poet to a young working-class student is remembered by Dr Chrissie Tiller. Plus a letter from Brian Allen

The Guardian - UK

Tony Harrison’s poem V to be performed in the Leeds cemetery that inspired it

The site-specific performance of the once controversial poem was planned for its 40th anniversary in October, but will now double as a tribute to the writer who died last week

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Tony Harrison obituary

Outspoken poet and dramatist admired for his stage adaptations, including The Mysteries

The Guardian - UK

Classics with added Yorkshire class: tributes to Tony Harrison

Harrison’s poetry and plays made an electrifying connection with readers and audiences through his use of Leeds dialect, and his ear for rhyme. Writers remember his greatness

The Guardian - UK

‘The man who came to read the metre’: Yorkshire poet Tony Harrison was the National Theatre bard

Harrison, who has died aged 88, wrote copiously for the stage, both as an ingenious translator and dazzlingly original dramatist

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Tony Harrison, poet and dramatist, dies aged 88

Known for his outspoken politics, the author was acclaimed for work in theatre, opera, film and TV but wanted to be thought of as a poet above all

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Claressa Shields eases past Lani Daniels to defend undisputed heavyweight title

Claressa Shields extended her unbeaten record and retained her undisputed heavyweight title with a dominant decision win over Lani Daniels in Detroit

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Legacy Act halted investigations into 202 Troubles-related killings of British soldiers

Labour set to point to repercussions of Tory Northern Ireland legislation as justification for repealing it

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Keith Dewhurst obituary

Writer for stage and screen whose work included the TV police series Z-Cars and several plays at the National Theatre and Royal Court

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Tim Tszyu's Journey To Boxing Stardom

Tim Tszyu, son of Kostya Tszyu, is determined to make his own mark in boxing, showcasing skill, discipline, and ambition on his path to stardom.

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Gordie Russ Confidence Soaring Ahead Of The Battle Of The Undefeated Prospects

Russ puts his 6-0 with 6 knockouts record on the line against Junaid Bostan’s 7-0 record with 6 knockouts.

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Britain bans prosecution of past Catholic and Protestant killings in Northern Ireland

Twenty-five years after a Northern Ireland peace agreement, a controversial new law bans prosecution of crimes dating to the Troubles. Supporters deem it reconciliation. Victims see denial of justice.

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Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo: A breakdown from 5 standpoints

Jermell Charlo presents Canelo Alvarez with one of his most interesting matchups in years. Boxing Junkie breaks it down.

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Family of dead para launch legal challenge to Northern Ireland legacy legislation

The law, which is preventing an investigation into the murder of Pte Tony Harrison in 1991, is a breach of the ECHR, his family argue

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Tszyu's final warning to Ocampo after fiery weigh-in

Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu is adamant he has Mexican Carlos Ocampo covered in all areas ahead of their WBO interim super-welterweight title fight.

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Tszyu won't rest in quest to become undisputed champion

Interim world-title holder Tim Tszyu isn't planning a boozy blow-out as he turns his attention to tackling undisputed champion American Jermell Charlo.

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Triumphant Tszyu's credentials already being questioned

Tim Tszyu's next opponent hasn't even let the Aussie celebrate his maiden world title before questioning his credentials ahead of an undisputed bout in Vegas.

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