No. 10 · Tuesday, 18 August 2026
What name has Princess Eugenie given to her newborn daughter, born in Lisbon?
BAdelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank
Why
Princess Eugenie announced her daughter's name as Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank, born earlier this month in Lisbon.
Sky NewsWhat change did PM Andy Burnham make to disabled people's bus passes in England?
ARemoved weekday time restrictions on free travel
Why
Burnham scrapped restrictions so disabled bus pass holders can travel free at any time from next April, expanding a policy from his time as Greater Manchester mayor.
The GuardianAmanda Abbington received a settlement from the BBC over bullying claims linked to which show?
BStrictly Come Dancing
Why
Abbington was awarded a five-figure sum after a review upheld some of her bullying allegations about her Strictly professional partner Giovanni Pernice.
BBCAmid a security scare after Burnham was targeted, which cabinet minister was named as having his mobile number leaked online?
BWes Streeting
Why
Defence secretary Wes Streeting was among at least three cabinet ministers whose personal mobile numbers were found published online.
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