Airport bosses say the rise, which will take effect next Monday, is "unavoidable" because of rising business rates.
Andy Burnham has pledged to Labour MPs that he will not use party discipline to "stifle debate" if he becomes leader. He aims to foster a culture of open discussion and respect for differing opinions, contrasting with Keir Starmer's approach.
Following an overnight exchange of attacks, the US has launched a new round of strikes on Iran, with President Trump vowing to "hit them hard again tonight" in retribution for Iran's earlier bombing of ships. Explosions were reported in several southern Iranian cities, including Bandar Abbas and Sirik, with US Central Command stating the strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation.
A new trial in Australia suggests the Meningitis B vaccine (4CMenB) does not prevent gonorrhoea infections, despite its use in at-risk men in the UK. The GoGoVax trial found no significant difference in infection rates between vaccinated and placebo groups.
Following an overnight exchange of attacks, the US has launched a new round of strikes on Iran. President Trump signaled further retaliation after stating the recent ceasefire agreement is "over". Iran previously warned of an "immediate response" to any US attack.
Sir Keir Starmer received a personalised, live-ammunition revolver from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the Nato summit in Ankara. The gift, engraved with Starmer's name, remains in Turkey due to import restrictions and will be decommissioned before return.
Sir Keir Starmer received a personalised, live-ammunition revolver from Turkish President Erdogan at the Nato summit in Ankara. The gift, engraved with Starmer's name, remains in Turkey due to import restrictions and will be decommissioned before return. Starmer also signed a defence agreement with Erdogan.
