Favorite to be next British prime minister sworn into Parliament (opens in new tab)

Andy Burnham, the favorite to become the next British prime minister, was sworn into the House of Commons on Monday following his special election victory last week\. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday morning that he will resign as Labour Party leader, creating a vacancy that Mr\. Burnham plans to pursue\. \"Keir has given huge service to our country and I want to thank him for his leadership and dedication during such a challenging period,\" Mr\. Burnham said in a statement\. \"Hi...