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Virgin Media’s record £28m fine for blocking contract cancellations marks a turning point in UK consumer protection, as Nato allies commit £37bn to a new missile defence system. The day’s key developments.

Australia’s technology minister warns AI systems are already "cheating and deceiving" in ways their developers never anticipated, as the UK and global regulators race to contain risks before commercial rollout.

China’s long-range missile test in the South Pacific draws condemnation from Australia and regional leaders, while Sky’s £1.6bn takeover of ITV’s broadcasting arm signals a major shift in UK media. Key developments and analysis.

Andy Burnham’s potential appointment of Ed Miliband as chancellor sparks debate over economic vision, state intervention, and Labour’s legacy—while Europe’s heatwaves fuel political battles over climate adaptation.

A Brexit rule change in 2028 will force British teens in the EU to pay international fees for UK degrees—pricing out a generation and exposing the union’s quiet unravelling.

Andy Burnham’s pledge for a "new direction" faces a £20bn funding gap. With bond markets jittery and energy costs soaring, can the UK afford his spending plans—or will taxes rise this autumn?