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Burnham

American  
[bur-nuhm] / ˈbɜr nəm /

noun

  1. Daniel Hudson, 1846–1912, U.S. architect and city planner.


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However, after Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential leadership contest, Sir Keir's position hardened, the BBC understands.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

His second attempt was not blocked, and the Makerfield by-election on 18 June will put Sir Keir and Streeting in the unusual position of campaigning for Burnham to win, despite their rivalry.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Andy Burnham said carrying knives for religious reasons "needs to be looked at," a debate prompted by the killer of Henry Nowak carrying a kirpan, a Sikh sword or dagger.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential Labour leadership contest should he win the Makerfield by-election on 18 June.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Oddly enough, its architect was named Frank P. Burnham, no relation.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson

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