UK Politics: Andy Burnham officially became Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade, promising a “circuit breaker” and a 10-year plan aimed at easing the cost-of-living squeeze, ending rough sleeping, reindustrialising via public procurement, and building more council homes after Keir Starmer’s farewell outside Downing Street. Business & Economy: Retailers are urging Burnham to act fast on business rates, employment costs and regulation to stabilise high streets, while a new report flags plunging confidence among electrical manufacturers tied to weak demand. Tech & Cyber: The cyber industry is watching Burnham’s tech direction closely, with calls to keep AI policy strong and scrap the digital ID scheme; separate coverage also highlights Simply Business adding cyber insurance for small firms through an Elevate partnership. Defence & Aerospace: Anduril unveiled its “Thunder” loyal-wingman drone concept for Apache helicopters at Farnborough, while Boeing reiterated its commitment to a UK-built T-7 bid for RAF trainer needs. Legal & Crime: The CPS brought 38 more charges against Andrew and Tristan Tate and seeks extradition from the US over alleged rape and trafficking offences. International Trade & Relations: Canada used Farnborough to push aerospace investment and partnerships, and Ireland’s Taoiseach pledged close UK co-operation with Burnham. Energy & Housing: Data-centre pressure and water constraints are derailing plans for 1.5m new homes, adding to the wider strain on utilities and infrastructure. Consumer & Markets: Paybis cut crypto fees by up to 70% with automatic tiered discounts, and UK games retailer Game entered administration amid competition and Brexit-linked uncertainty.