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• Burnham cuts tax on electricity bills | Newcastle legend Keegan dies 21.07.2026 11мин

  Britain has a new prime minister, with Andy Burnham officially entering Number 10 yesterday.He has announced electricity bills will be cut, funded by the cancellation of the digital ID programme.We also found out who has been picked for the top jobs in his cabinet, with John Healey picked as chancellor, as Wes Streeting became defence secretary and Angela Rayner made a return too.Also today, a man is charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, the latest on the Iran war, and the Tate brothers appear in court in Miami.And finally, Newcastle and England football legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• World Cup win for Spain | New PM for UK 20.07.2026 11мин

  There's a new World Cup winner and soon a new prime minister.Spain are the new winners of the trophy, after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time.While Andy Burnham collects the keys for No.10 later - he'll use his first speech as prime minister to promise 'more breathing room' on the cost of living crisis and a more 'stable and responsible' politics.Plus, Odyssey has had an epic weekend at the Box Office, already bringing in almost £200m worldwide.Anna Jones and Lucy McDaid discuss what news you need to know today, in just 10 minutes.
• Burnham to become Labour leader | Tuchel blames England team's 'DNA' | Trump accuses China of election interference 17.07.2026 12мин

  Andy Burnham will become Labour leader today ahead of replacing Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister next week.Days after England’s bruising semi-final defeat to their bitter rivals Argentina, Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel has blamed the loss on something in his team’s “DNA”.Donald Trump has returned to one of his favourite topics - election interference - after accusing China of helping Joe Biden to defeat him in the 2020 presidential race.Spare a thought for teenagers who like scrolling through social media while sipping energy drinks.Weeks after it was announced teenagers under 16 will be banned from using apps such as Instagram and TikTok - the government has now said they will no longer be able to buy high-caffeine energy products such as Red Bull and Monster from April.Finally - people will be allowed to marry in places such as pubs, hot air balloons and their own homes in what the government is calling the biggest shake-up in wedding laws in nearly 200 years.Kamali Melbourne and Mhari Aurora have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• England's World Cup heartbreak | Starmer's emotional farewell | Summer childcare costs rise 16.07.2026 12мин

  Kamali Melbourne and Mhari Aurora have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• England to face Argentina | Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' | T-Rex fossil sells for over $50m 15.07.2026 10мин

  England are preparing for the latest chapter in their heated rivalry with Argentina - as the two countries face each other in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta tonight.Police are exploring whether Ann Widdecombe’s last TV appearance on the day of her death formed part of the motive for the attack.Trump has backed down on a proposed 20% toll on ships using the Strait of Hormuz but a US blockade of Iranian ports has restarted.Meanwhile, the government has announced plans for an overnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds.Finally, a T-Rex fossil has sold for over $50m - the most ever paid for a dinosaur.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Widdecombe death investigated as terror-related | UK in grip of 'firewave' | France to face Spain in World Cup semi-final 14.07.2026 9мин

  Counter-terror police are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe after saying “new information and evidence came to light”.The US has carried out strikes on Iran for the third night in a row - while the UAE says at least one crew member died after Iran hit tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.Scientists and environmentalists have said the UK is in the grip of a “firewave” as the heatwave provides perfect conditions for wildfires.Meanwhile, Andy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the next prime minister with 349 Labour MPs having now nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.Finally, France face Spain at the Dallas Stadium in Texas in the first semi-final of the World Cup.
• Widdecombe murder arrest | England to face Argentina | UK heatwave warnings 13.07.2026 11мин

  Sopy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Burnham 1 MP away from being PM | New vaping rules 10.07.2026 10мин

  Andy Burnham is on the cusp of becoming the next prime minister after he secured the support of 322 Labour MPs on the first day of the nomination process.Also today, the latest on the Iran war, plans for new vaping regulations and a hosepipe ban.And finally, England football coach Thomas Tuchel is said to be frustrated by FIFA upgrading Jarell Quansah’s suspension from one match to two.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Grooming gang law change | Fery-tale continues at Wimbledon 09.07.2026 10мин

  The US and Iran have exchanged strikes overnight, and more donations to Reform UK are being investigated by authorities.Also today, the home secretary is set to change the law so the freed ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang can be deported.And finally, Arthur Fery is into the Wimbledon semi-finals after a convincing three set victory against ninth seed Flavio Cobolli.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Strikes in Strait of Hormuz | Farage triggers by-election 08.07.2026 11мин

  The US has confirmed it’s hit more than 80 Iranian targets overnight after three commercial vessels were allegedly hit by Iran in the Strait.Iran’s military said it would deliver a “crushing response”- and it has done just that, targeting 85 American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait.Also today- Nigel Farage resigns as an MP, triggering a by-election and Prince Harry loses his court case.And finally, Lionel Messi helps rescue Argentina as they secure a comeback victory to make the World Cup quarter-finals.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Farage financial scrutiny | Fery Wimbledon success 07.07.2026 12мин

  It’s another day of pressure for Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, over his financial affairs, with focus on benefits he received from George Cottrell, a convicted criminal and crypto-gambler.Also today- Fifa’s decision to allow Folarin Balogun to play for the USA after a phone call between Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino overshadows last night’s action on the pitch.Sir Keir Starmer will arrive in Turkey today for a Nato summit, and MPs are calling for the government to scrap the freeze on the student loan repayment threshold at the next budget.And finally, British wildcard Arthur Fery has made the quarter-finals of Wimbledon.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• England through to World Cup quarter finals - what happened? 06.07.2026 11мин

  England are one step closer to bringing football home after beating Mexico 3-2 in their World Cup last-16 clash.If you're just waking up, don't worry - Sophy and Wilf walk through everything that happened in the dramatic game.They also have the day's other news including fresh allegations facing Nigel Farage - that he failed to declare financial support given to him by a convicted criminal.Plus, the week-long state funeral proceedings have begun for Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
• Burnham makes manifesto pledge | Pubs to stay open for World Cup 03.07.2026 10мин

  Andy Burnham has said he will stick to Labour's 2024 manifesto and the promises it made, but believes there's "room for movement on tax".Two teenage boys have had their sentences for rape increased after they were found to be "unduly lenient" by the Court of Appeal.Also today... the NHS is going to launch a "marathon a month" challenge, asking people to walk for around 30 minutes a day.And finally, pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday, allowing football fans to watch the Three Lions' World Cup clash with Mexico.Kamali and Amanda have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• England World Cup win | NHS under pressure with UK-US trade deal 02.07.2026 11мин

  England are through to the Round of 16 in the Football World Cup.Also today… The Court of Appeal to review sentences for three teenage boys spared custody for rape charges, NHS put under pressure because of UK-US trade deal which could lead to over 200,000 avoidable excess deaths.And finally, could another heatwave hit the UK next week?Sophy and Matt have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• £4.7 billion black hole in defence | Trump’s crypto billions | Serena Williams out of Wimbledon 01.07.2026 10мин

  Funding for the armed forces is set to rise by £15 billion over the next four years- but the Treasury has confirmed that only £10.3 billion of that has been costed for.Also today… Trump has made more than $1bn last year from business dealings in cryptocurrency, the energy price cap rises, and a Jamaican delegation will travel to the UK seeking slavery reparations from Britain.And finally, tennis legend Serena Williams has been knocked out of Wimbledon in her first Grand Slam appearance since 2022.Sophy and Matt have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Defence Investment Plan wait is over | Maternity commissioner | World Cup penalty shootouts 30.06.2026 11мин

  The delayed defence investment plan is due to be published later after wranglings over spending.A national maternity commissioner's to be appointed in England, to reduce harm to families from repeated failures in NHS care.The Home Secretary’s announced a new ‘student loan’ style system for asylum seekers to pay towards the cost of accommodation.And it’s all to play for at the World Cup - Germany have been knocked out of the tournament.Sophy and WIlf have all the day’s news in 10 minutes.
• What might the UK look like under Andy Burnham? | Defence investment plans | Ben Stokes' shock retirement 29.06.2026 10мин

  Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news in 10 minutes.
• Tens of thousands missing in Venezuela | King publishes tax returns | 5,000 prisoners to be released early 26.06.2026 12мин

  At least 235 have been killed by two earthquakes which hit Venezuela within a minute of each other.Tens of thousands have been reported missing- meaning the death toll could be a lot higher.Also today, in an effort to increase transparency, the King has become the first monarch to release his tax returns.And the red heat warning has been extended in some parts of England to 9PM.The Ministry of Justice has warned that it could take 300 years for the UK to deal with the backlog of criminal court cases if there are not reforms to jury trials, as 5,000 prisoners are set for early release.And finally, the transfer record for a British footballer is set to be broken with Elliot Anderson on his way to Manchester City.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Venezuela earthquakes | June heat record broken | Wimbledon tennis strike 25.06.2026 12мин

  A state of emergency has been declared in Venezuela after two earthquakes have hit the capital city, Caracas.Authorities are yet to provide a figure for the number of deaths or injuries caused by the quakes- but it is reported that there will be “high casualties and extensive damage”.Also today… the June heat record is broken in the UK, Andy Burnham plans to move some of Number 10 operations to the North, and an update on the Bedfordshire train crash.And finally, in the world of sport- a strike at Wimbledon and Scotland face a nervous wait to see if they progress to the World Cup knockouts.Anna and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
• Darren Jones not to run for PM | Largest ever maternity review | Rare red weather warning 24.06.2026 10мин

  Darren Jones has told Sky News he will not run to be prime minister, easing Andy Burnham’s path to Number 10.This follows Burnham meeting with Starmer, where details over the defence investment plan may have been on the agenda.Also today… the largest maternity review in the history of the NHS will be published todayHundreds of schools are set to close and train lines are encouraging people to not travel unless “absolutely necessary” as the country braces itself for this heatwave.And finally, England draw 0-0 with Ghana in the World Cup.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.