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‘Positive progress’ in US-Iran talks despite Strait of Hormuz strikes

Nick Lester — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:49:05 GMT

Donald Trump claims ship numbers using a vital waterway is ‘setting records’, but this is not reflected by maritime monitoring.

Defence funding plan faces fresh scrutiny over where cuts will be made

David Lynch — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:34:13 GMT

The Prime Minister unveiled the defence investment plan (Dip) on Tuesday, with a promise to increase defence spending by £15 billion.

Belgium 3-2 Senegal (AET): Youri Tielemans converts stoppage-time penalty to save World Cup dreams

Carl Markham — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:18:30 GMT

Late penalty drama involving Senegal at a major international tournament once again

The incredible stat that shows why England should fear Mexico showdown at World Cup 2026

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:10:45 GMT

Three Lions will need to be at their very best to book quarter-final spot at the fortress Estadio Azteca

King to start traditional game of hand ba’ during Jedburgh visit

Neil Pooran — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:02:09 GMT

The historic street sport has been played annually in the Borders town since 1704.

England’s sights on Mexico after comeback victory over DR Congo

Josh Payne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:01:37 GMT

England will take on Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday.

Starmer must say what he will cut to fund £15bn defence rise, SNP says

Craig Meighan — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:01:00 GMT

The party said the Labour leader’s ‘unfunded’ defence plans could take ‘vital’ money away from schools and hospitals.

World Cup 2026 round of 32 results, kick-off times and last-16 fixtures

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:55:28 GMT

England set up last-16 clash against co-hosts Mexico

Which teams are out of World Cup 2026?

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:52:55 GMT

The round of 32 has already thrown up some huge shocks

World Cup 2026 top scorers: Harry Kane moves one behind Kylian Mbappe in star-studded race for Golden Boot

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:33:35 GMT

England’s saviour is in hot pursuit of France superstar

Some obese adults now 'better off' health-wise than lower weight peers

Ella Pickover — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:30:20 GMT

Many obese people’s cholesterol and blood pressure levels are ‘indistinguishable’ from those of a healthy weight

Olivia Wilde says Diane Keaton’s DNA is all over her latest film

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:12:32 GMT

Wilde, 42, dedicated her upcoming film, The Invite, to the late actress who died in October aged 79 from pneumonia.

'Fine me, I don't care': Nick Kyrgios swears at umpire on Wimbledon return as he blasts 'dumb rules'

Andy Sims — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:07:17 GMT

“I don’t give a s**t” fumes Australian during men’s doubles defeat - his first SW19 match for four years

Thomas Tuchel reveals 'huge disadvantage' as England face Mexico in World Cup last 16

Dom Smith and George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:46:59 GMT

Three Lions have a clear problem as they prepare for showdown with co-hosts at Estadio Azteca

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal make Barcola move; Man Utd turn to Scott; £100m Tonali deal; Chelsea latest

Alex Young — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:42:22 GMT

All the latest news, rumours and gossip during the summer window

Sandro Tonali set to undergo Tottenham medical after club-record £100m transfer is agreed

Sam Tabuteau — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:40:42 GMT

Italian midfielder becomes Spurs’ fifth signing of the summer transfer window - with more arrivals on the way

Spain XI vs Austria: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for World Cup

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:35:12 GMT

La Roja’s win over Uruguay came at a cost

Teachers in England offered 3.5% pay rise from September

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:23:58 GMT

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has recommended a 3.5% pay rise this September and an additional 3% increase next year

'I don't care': Thomas Tuchel hits back at England criticism amid France and Argentina comparisons

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:20:04 GMT

England were far from their best once again, but Thomas Tuchel remains upbeat about World Cup chances

England route to World Cup 2026 final as Harry Kane heroics keep hopes alive

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:13:16 GMT

60 years of hurt could still end this summer after Three Lions leave it late to beat DR Congo

Who's in the Royal Box at Wimbledon? Rory McIlory and Richard E Grant among stars at championships on Day 3

Ekin Karasin — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:11:29 GMT

String of famous names are latest stars to enjoy the tennis at SW19

England win was ‘never in doubt’, William jokes

Josh Payne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:10:49 GMT

England will take on Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup.

Wimbledon 2026: Novak Djokovic makes title statement with dismissive win over Stefanos Tsitsipas

Matt Verri — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:09:36 GMT

Djokovic will take on Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech in the third round on Friday

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to celebrate wedding at Madison Square Garden

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:06:20 GMT

Fans have speculated about the wedding day and venue of choice since the pair announced their engagement last August.

Spain vs Austria: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:02:17 GMT

La Roja hoping to join fellow pre-tournament favourites in next round

England vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and reaction after Harry Kane heroics

George Flood and Dom Smith — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:41:20 GMT

Co-hosts Mexico now await Three Lions in last 16 at their Estadio Azteca fortress

Wimbledon 2026 LIVE: Novak Djokovic vs Stefanos Tsitsipas latest result and reaction from Centre Court

Matt Verri — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:33:14 GMT

Tsitsipas has not beaten the 24-time Grand Slam champion since 2019

When do England play Mexico in World Cup last 16?

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:32:18 GMT

Estadio Azteca trip will hold plenty of fear for the Three Lions

'Costa Del Croydon' - Adult beach club coming to London rooftop

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:32:04 GMT

The ‘ultimate urban beach escape’ is returning to south London from August 7 to 31

Declan Rice reveals injury update as England forced into late substitution

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:21:01 GMT

Declan Rice was not able to see out England’s win over DR Congo but has revealed his status ahead of the last-16 showdown

Thomas Tuchel issues ominous Harry Kane warning with four-word verdict after England win

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:08:44 GMT

Kane to the rescue for England in World Cup win over DR Congo

Three things we learned from England win as Harry Kane saves World Cup dream

Dom Smith — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:42:41 GMT

Inspirational captain rescues Three Lions from humiliation as daunting showdown with Mexico now awaits in last 16

Angela Rayner throws her support behind Burnham’s town hall powers agenda

David Lynch — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:41:43 GMT

The Labour MP and former deputy prime minister said she wanted to see ‘a much deeper cultural change’ in how Britain is governed.

Bill to give Government powers to nationalise steel industry clears Lords hurdle

Harry Taylor — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:41:18 GMT

The Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill passed committee stage in the upper chamber.

London celebrates after Kane sends England to World Cup last 16

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:15:45 GMT

Scenes of wild celebration have been seen around the capital as England edged past DRC

'Big trouble': Wayne Rooney makes England World Cup prediction as Thomas Tuchel 'gets answers'

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:09:32 GMT

Major concerns for England despite progression in World Cup knockouts

Belgium XI vs Senegal: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026

George Flood — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:43:54 GMT

Red Devils confirm blow ahead of last-32 showdown

England fans slip away from work to watch World Cup battle with DR Congo

Josh Payne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:38:54 GMT

The Three Lions play the African nation in Atlanta on Wednesday.

England 2-1 DR Congo: Harry Kane brace completes comeback as Three Lions advance in World Cup knockouts

Simon Peach — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:35:21 GMT

Three Lions forced to come from behind to avoid shock exit in Atlanta

England player ratings vs DR Congo: Harry Kane heroic but defence a major concern

Dom Smith — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:23:06 GMT

Inspirational captain saves Three Lions as late rescue act tees up Mexico showdown in World Cup last 16

Who England will face in World Cup last-16 as opponents confirmed

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:08:23 GMT

England reach last-16 after a Harry Kane-inspired comeback win over DR Congo

Dundee University principals paid nearly £300,000 after stepping down

Craig Meighan — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:01:51 GMT

The delayed 2023-24 financial statements raised concern about the institution’s future amid the ‘greatest crisis’ it had ever seen.

Zelensky takes aim at Russian-owned companies in Europe during Dublin address

Bairbre Holmes — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:56:38 GMT

The Ukrainian president called for fresh European sanctions.

London businesses fined for employing illegal workers

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:51:54 GMT

Dozens of businesses were found to be employing workers against the law from October 1 to December 31 last year

West End theatre to be named after Tom Stoppard

Alastair Lockhart — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:43:18 GMT

The Duke Of York Theatre will be renamed in honour of the acclaimed playwright

England fans sent into meltdown as BBC nearly miss Jude Bellingham World Cup goal

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:37:34 GMT

Supporters were left frustrated as big goal was almost missed by everyone watching via a TV screen

Romeo Beckham and Charles Dance among stars at Wimbledon day three

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:32:05 GMT

They were among the celebrities watching on day three of the Wimbledon Championships.

King celebrates achievements of Royal Regiment of Scotland on 20th anniversary

Tony Jones — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:24:56 GMT

Charles revealed the bronze reclining lion guarding the regiment’s cap badge in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens

Riad Bouchaker found guilty of attempting to murder three children in Dublin

By Gráinne Ní Aodha — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:13:56 GMT

The incident preceded disorder that broke out in Dublin city centre in which shops were looted and vehicles were set on fire.

Lethal Weapon star Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Pierra Willix — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:13:16 GMT

He was diagnosed ‘not long’ after receiving an honorary Oscar in 2022.

Wayne Rooney delivers Harry Kane dive verdict as England denied penalty in World Cup clash

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:08:39 GMT

Controversial moment before half-time goes against England

BlueCrest says UK no longer a serious place to do business after court loss

Henry Saker-Clark — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:03:22 GMT

On Wednesday, the firm lost a roughly four-year legal battle about how payouts for hedge fund traders should be taxed.

'Great England World Cup bunk off' as 10,000s of Londoners head to pubs to watch Three Lions vs DR Congo

Megan Howe,Nicholas Cecil,Luke Reevey and Matt Watts — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:56:58 GMT

‘We've got doctor's appointments....with Dr Congo,’ say England fans as they leave work early to go to the pub

Police hunt man after rucksack with £1,000 in cash is stolen from King's Cross station

Alastair Lockhart — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:56:21 GMT

The bag also contained Ray Ban Smart sunglasses worth £300, a mobile phone worth £250, bank cards and other personal items

Business chiefs slam Government over closure of beloved London bakery chain

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:33:34 GMT

The chief executive of Heart of London Business Alliance said the UK’s current system puts an ‘unfair burden’ on small businesses

Mid-caps shine but AB Foods holds back FTSE 100

Jeremy Cutler — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:29:35 GMT

Stocks ended mixed in London on Wednesday with US rate hike worries and a decline in Primark owner Associated British Foods hitting blue-chips.

Ant McPartlin 'so f***ing sick' of London's e-bikes and claims they're the reason he moved away

Ekin Karasin — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:26:44 GMT

The presenter, 50, admitted he ‘kicked’ a pile of Lime bikes parked outside his old Wimbledon home

No concerns raised about Murrell stealing taxpayer money, Commons says

Craig Meighan — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:21:56 GMT

The Electoral Commission also said there was no evidence Murrell misused public funds.

Warmest June on record for England and second warmest for UK

Ian Jones — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:14:54 GMT

Temperatures climbed above 30C somewhere in the country for seven days in a row.

Police hunt after robbery and assault on London-bound train

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:13:27 GMT

British Transport Police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to following the incident

New US central bank boss asserts political independence amid Trump pressure

Anna Wise — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:10:57 GMT

Kevin Warsh said there would be ‘no changes’ to the independence of the Federal Reserve amid pressure from Donald Trump.

Jury deliberations in Noah Donohoe inquest set for third day

Rebecca Black — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:01:35 GMT

The panel has spent around ten hours over two days considering its findings in the inquest, which has lasted almost six months.

'I tried Sony's wearable air conditioner – it's unlike any other portable fan'

Daisy Lester — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:01:32 GMT

In time for the next heatwave, tech expert Alastair Jennings reviews this smart neck fan

Jannik Sinner comes through Nuno Borges test to reach Wimbledon third round as next opponent revealed

Matt Verri — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:01:06 GMT

Defending champion will face American Jenson Brooksby in the third round on Friday

Collection of silver found by chance in attic set for auction

Rachel Keenan — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:56:29 GMT

The more than 100 pieces of British and continental silver were discovered in a house which has passed down through generations of the same family.

Tottenham make major Luka Vuskovic transfer decision as Brighton launch £50m bid

Sam Tabuteau and Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:52:39 GMT

Spurs’ valuation has been met quicker than expected

West End theatre to be renamed after late playwright Tom Stoppard

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:45:26 GMT

The Duke Of York Theatre in London will soon be named the Tom Stoppard Theatre in a tribute to the acclaimed writer.

Defence Secretary has ‘assurance’ Andy Burnham will invest in armed forces

Press Association Reporters — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:35:26 GMT

Dan Jarvis secured a £15 billion uplift in defence spending in Tuesday’s Defence Investment Plan.

World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel explains England team news as Bukayo Saka plan revealed before DR Congo clash

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:30:47 GMT

Tuchel has made three changes for the World Cup showdown in Atlanta

Chelsea: Marco Palestra issues Xabi Alonso verdict as Blues work on next deal after announcing £47m transfer

Dom Smith — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:07:10 GMT

Blues have successfully hijacked Inter Milan to sign highly-rated defender

Investigations into death of King’s Troop soldier could last 18 months – coroner

Mathilde Grandjean — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:03:05 GMT

Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan fell from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on May 15 and died at the scene.

Three of London's local authorities are yet to declare a climate emergency. Here's why

Cameron Blackshaw — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:00:09 GMT

It has now been seven years since the first borough in the capital formally acknowledged the climate crisis

Stabbing in Dublin preceded disorder that saw buses and trams set alight

By Gráinne Ní Aodha — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:58:25 GMT

The scenes put pressure on the Irish Government over its ability to maintain safety in the capital.

Heroic interventions to save children during Parnell Square stabbing

Cillian Sherlock — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:58:10 GMT

Care worker Leanne Flynn and others intervened to stop Riad Bouchaker on a busy Dublin street three years ago.

New heat health alert issued as temperatures could hit more than 30C at weekend

Rosie Shead — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:48:09 GMT

The UK Health Security Agency also warned of a potential increase in water-related incidents, including risks from cold water shock and drowning.

Teenage boys set to discover if rape sentences are ‘unduly lenient’ on Thursday

Callum Parke — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:45:59 GMT

The boys, two aged 15 and another aged 14, were spared custody for multiple offences in May.

Decision in Harry’s legal action against Mail publisher expected

Jess Glass — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:45:14 GMT

The duke is one of seven household names involved in the case against Associated Newspapers over allegations of unlawful information-gathering.

Getty pulls £2.8bn tie-up with Shutterstock after CMA orders disposal

Holly Williams — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:44:18 GMT

The two companies had agreed the deal in January to create a firm worth a combined 3.7 billion US dollars (£2.8 billion).

Badenoch torpedoes Starmer at PMQs: 'Generals can count, the Kremlin can count, his defence plan doesn't add up'

Nicholas Cecil and Madelaine Dowds — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:39:47 GMT

Sketch: Deserted by Labour troops, the Prime Minister was like a tank with depleted armour and wonky tracks as he came under fire from Mrs Badenoch

Romesh Ranganathan-backed London bakery chain Coughlans to close after almost 100 years

Tom Place — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:34:16 GMT

Coughlans Bakery is closing all of its 31 stores after going into voluntary liquidation

Fears for mothers and babies as south London maternity unit faces two-year closure

Harrison Galliven — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:33:53 GMT

Local leaders are now demanding assurance that services will return

Volodymyr Zelensky thanks Ireland for support during Dublin Castle address

Bairbre Holmes — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:30:24 GMT

The Ukrainian president addressed the opening ceremony of Ireland’s EU presidency on Wednesday afternoon.

Experience the Lancôme Longevity Clinic at Selfridges this July

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:27:50 GMT

Discover this pioneering residency, which explores the benefits of a pro-longevity lifestyle as well as Lancôme’s game-changing new product range

Dan Evans hits out at 'shambolic' LTA after Wimbledon wildcard snub: 'P***take'

Matt Verri — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:27:44 GMT

British tennis star played the final match of his career on Wednesday - and then came out swinging at the organisers

New heat health alert for London as eight day heatwave to arrive in days

Matt Watts — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:12:49 GMT

The yellow heat health alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency UKHSA and begins this weekend

Who are DR Congo's players? From Premier League stars to Chelsea flop

Sam Tabuteau — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:05:20 GMT

Plenty of familiar faces will be on show against England tonight at World Cup

Channel crossings by migrants down 41% in first half of 2026

Ian Jones — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:47:29 GMT

The drop in arrivals is likely to reflect factors including the weather, the supply of small boat parts and government policy.

10 new M&S fashion pieces that look four times the price

Daisy Lester — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:41:08 GMT

I’ve found the expensive-looking items your summer wardrobe is missing

Zelensky lands in Dublin ahead of Ireland’s EU presidency opening ceremony

By Bairbre Holmes — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:30:21 GMT

Meetings with Mr Zelensky are also due to take place after he attends the formal opening ceremony.

Who are England's best penalty takers and who will Thomas Tuchel pick?

Ronan Sullivan — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:22:49 GMT

Three Lions will be braced for the prospect of penalties, and Alan Shearer has named his preferred picks

Starmer salutes ‘extraordinary courage’ of Jeffrey Donaldson victims

Jonathan McCambridge — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:21:16 GMT

The former DUP leader was convicted last week of a number of sex offences.

Star hopes audience will be ‘transformed’ by black lesbian adaption of Othello

Pierra Willix — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:19:36 GMT

Sharon D Clarke has been cast in the title role in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Shakespeare’s tragedy.

England fans book Mexico flights despite needing to beat DR Congo to get there

Josh Payne — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:03:23 GMT

The Three Lions play the African nation in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Former MSP to face trial accused of causing crashes while drink-driving

Nick Forbes — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:54:22 GMT

Colin Smyth, 53, appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

‘Nobody understands what I’m trying to do, not even me’: voice of Minions says

Lynn Rusk — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:48:49 GMT

Writer and director Pierre Coffin has provided the voice for the Minions since their film debut in 2010.

New country added to lineup for 2027 Eurovision Song Contest

Pierra Willix — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:47:53 GMT

It is the first new country to join the competition since Australia in 2015

King bestows top honour on senior engineer Sir Jim McDonald

Tony Jones — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:46:58 GMT

The ceremony installing Sir Jim as a Knight of the Order of the Thistle took place in Edinburgh’s St Giles’ Cathedral.

Tim Henman exclusive: Early British exits at Wimbledon were expected - but no reason to panic

Sam Tabuteau — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:41:43 GMT

It has been an historically bad Wimbledon for home hopes, but former British No1 says there are plenty of reasons to be positive

England World Cup offer: Harry Kane 40/1 to have a shot vs DR Congo with Sky Bet

Jack Tanner — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:35:39 GMT

Sky Bet have a special World Cup betting offer for England’s first knockout game against DR Congo

Princess Diana’s 65th birthday: 9 iconic moments that defined the people’s Princess

Laura Elston — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 01:45:03 GMT

On what would have been Princess Diana’s 65th birthday, we look back at the iconic moments from her life