Andy Burnham has been elected as the new leader of the Labour Party and is set to become the next Prime Minister of Great Britain. Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, succeeds Keir Starmer. His vision for the UK includes distributing political power away from London. The Labour Party and Reform UK are tied at 24% in the latest polls, with the Conservatives at 21%, according to a Survation poll conducted from July 10-14, 2026.

In other political news, the EU Commission has proposed a reform to slow down CO2 savings. The proposal includes a gradual reduction in the annual reduction factor after 2030 and an extension of free CO2 certificates for power plants and industry. This move aims to reform the EU's climate protection instrument.

In Greece, the latest polls show New Democracy (EPP) leading at 29%, followed by ELAS at 17% and PASOK - KINAL (S&D) at 11%, according to a GPO poll conducted from July 6-9, 2026.

In France, President Macron and German Chancellor Merz have expressed their intention to strengthen cooperation on nuclear deterrence, security, and economic issues.

In the UK, the Conservative Party is facing internal strife as CDU state leader calls for the resignation of Union faction leader Spahn over a surrogacy controversy.

In gardening news, it's time to sow beets, cauliflower, and other vegetables for autumn and winter harvests.

In Estonia, the news is focusing on improving language skills with simple news stories.

In Romania, tips for growing tomatoes in July are being shared.

In France, the news is focusing on the end of excavations in the Jubillar case and the heatwave in June.

In Sweden, a podcast is discussing fertility and political issues.

In Germany, Volkswagen is facing a potential conflict in the autumn over job cuts.

In Estonia, advice on pruning fruit trees in the summer is being given.

In Italy, a radio show is featuring guests discussing various topics.

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