Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost
A ten-minute daily news briefing from Sky News, hosted by Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost. It covers politics, global conflicts, pop culture, sport, and more, cutting through the noise to get listeners up to speed quickly.
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Second night of disorder in Belfast | Military chief warns PM | Reading crisis for young boys
Police and protestors have clashed in Belfast for the second night in a row, as the family of the knife attack victim have said that they have been left feeling “pretty disgusted” by the disorder.The US carried out a fresh round of strikes against Iran last night, which has once again been described as ‘self-defensive’ action.President Trump had said earlier in the evening that the strikes would s
Disorder in Belfast | MOD lost devices | Serena Williams makes comeback
There was a night of disorder in Belfast with houses and cars set on fire.The protests came after a knife attack in the city on Monday night. A Sudanese man is due in court today charged with attempted murder.The US launched what it described as "self-defence strikes" against Iran overnight, following the downing of an Apache army helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.AI-generated clips o
Trump says Iran and Israel won’t go to war | Top African referee banned from World Cup | Stokes to lose cricket captaincy?
Donald Trump has told Sky News he doesn’t think Israel will go back to war with Iran.The president made the comments to US Correspondent James Matthews in a phone call.Africa's top referee, Omar Artan, will not be allowed to officiate at the World Cup after he was refused entry to the USA, FIFA has confirmed. Several women have come forward to say that they were victims of sexually exploitative be
Iran and Israel exchange strikes | Starmer to announce social media ban? | Pocket money increase
Iran has fired missiles at Israel for the first time since a ceasefire was agreed in April, with Israel's air force retaliating in the past few hours.The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeted Northern Israel late on Sunday evening, and claimed in a statement "this operation is not a passing event, but rather the beginning of a full week of continuous strikes".Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zel
US wades in on Henry Nowak case | Prince Andrew made money from Royal estate | New AI vaccine
The US state department has intervened in the controversy around Henry Nowak’s murder and the row over criminal justice in the UK. The public finances watchdog has found Prince Andrew was earning money from sub-letting cottages at the Royal Lodge, while paying very little for his own rent. The Ukrainian president has asked for a face-to-face meeting with President Putin in the hope of ending the w
Is clock turning back on racial equality? | Lebanon ceasefire | Could Musk become a trillionaire?
Fall-out from Henry Nowak's murder continues with a police chief denying two-tier policing allegations and Baroness Lawrence urging politicians not to turn back the clock on racial equality.The US has announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to bringing in a conditional ceasefire.The Prime Minister's chief secretary told Lord Mandelson he was "so sorry about today", after his sacking - in new
Protests over murder of Henry Nowak | US launches 'self defence' strikes on Iran | Michelle Obama's advice for Gen-Z
Sophy and Wilf have the latest on the day's news.
Embarrassment for Starmer over Mandelson | Southampton murder raises questions | Serena Williams is back
A second release of files relating to the appointment of Lord Mandelson as US ambassador has resulted in further embarrassment for the Prime Minister. But has government transparency gone too far this time?Russia's carried out major attacks across cities in Ukraine.US President Donald Trump has reportedly had a fiery phone call with Israeli Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.A statement will be mad
More Mandelson files to be released | Ebola outbreak expands | Arsenal paints London red
Israel has made its deepest incursion into Lebanon in 25 years - despite a US-brokered ceasefire.New suspected cases of Ebola have sprung up in Brazil and Italy.We’ll learn more about the government’s handling of the appointment of Peter Mandelson today.And Arsenal were crowned English champions over the weekend, after a bruising defeat against PSG in the Champions League.Sophy and Wilf have the d
Trump to approve Iran deal? | Burnham responds to Blair | Blue Origin rocket explosion
Is there a deal on Donald Trump's desk waiting to be signed to end the war with Iran?There are reports that a deal which would mean a 60-day ceasefire extension, the Strait of Hormuz reopening, and Iran committing to abandon any ambitions of possessing a nuclear weapon, is waiting to be approved by the US president.Andy Burnham has hit back at Sir Tony Blair by claiming the former PM and Labour le
Rise in NEETs | US and Iran exchange strikes | FIFA investigated over World Cup ticket prices
The number of young people not in education, employment or training - known as NEETs - is set to rise to 1.25 million unless urgent action is taken.An independent review has been carried out by former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn, who will present his findings today.He is set to warn that six in 10 NEETs between 16 and 24 have never had a job - this figure was four in 10 just 20 years ago.
Blair warns Labour | Tories to “make Britain cool again” | Moon landing race between China and US
Sir Tony Blair, Labour's most successful leader, has given a bleak assessment of the party's future.He has said the party must focus on policy not politics, and occupy the "radical centre".The Tories have pledged to lift a so-called ban on the installation of aircon systems in new homes - regulations they introduced in 2021 - in a bid to "make Britain cool again".The Royal National Lifeboat Instit
US strikes Iran | Social media ban | Bank holiday heatwave
The US carried out new strikes on southern Iran overnight, during crunch time for peace talks.Social media could be as bad for children's health as smoking - that's according to the country's leading doctors, who are urging Sir Keir Starmer to ban social media for under-16s.Plus, the UK enjoyed its hottest May day ever on record this bank holiday weekend... and it could be about to get even hotter
Andrew investigated over potential sex crimes | Single-sex spaces guidance | Bank Holiday heatwave
Thames Valley Police are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over potential sex crimes, it's understood.Officers are assessing allegations that Jeffrey Epstein sent a non-British woman to the UK in 2010 for a sexual encounter with Andrew, but have yet to interview her.Meanwhile the equalities watchdog has said in new guidance that single sex spaces - such as changing rooms and toilets - must
What will be in cost of living package? | Russian jets intercept RAF plane | Villa win Europa League
Rachel Reeves will outline measures aimed at cushioning the blow from an expected rise in inflation later this year.The chancellor is expected to say there will be no universal support for energy bills - but tariffs on some food imports will be cut.Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defence has said two Russian warplanes "repeatedly and dangerously" intercepted an unarmed RAF reconnaissance plane over the
Supermarket ‘price freeze’ | UK softens Russia sanctions | Arsenal win the league
The government has reportedly been encouraging supermarkets to put price caps on essential products such as eggs, bread and milk.Meanwhile, the UK has softened sanctions on Moscow - allowing diesel and jet fuel from Russian crude oil to enter the UK if it is refined in other countries.Surrey Police have confirmed it is investigating two separate allegations of child sexual abuse following the rele
Burnham the ‘clear favourite’ | Is the UK at risk of Ebola? | MAFS UK allegations
Andy Burnham isn't even an MP but appears to already be pitching himself as the next prime minister - and if a latest opinion poll is anything to go by his confidence is justified.Meanwhile, Donald Trump says he has instructed his administration to call off strikes on Iran that were scheduled for today.However, he warned he could unleash a "full, large scale assault" on the country at a "moment's
Streeting targets Burnham? | Action against parents for children’s crimes | First Englishman to win US PGA since 1919
Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting who resigned from the government on Thursday has announced he would like to see the UK rejoin the EU one day, as he announced he would stand in any Labour leadership contest.Supporters of Andy Burnham are reportedly furious with Mr Streeting, as they believe it is a deliberate attempt to raise the salience of Brexit in the leave-voting constituency of Makerfie
Burnham to stand as MP? | Farage donation scrutiny| First Football World Cup halftime show
The mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, says he will try to become an MP in the Makerfield by-election, which could also pave the way for him to enter Downing Street. There’s confusion over Donald Trump’s plans in Iran and doubt over the stability of the current ceasefire, after the president said his military campaign against the country is "to be continued". Leader of Reform UK, Nigel Far
Streeting to quit? | Trump and Xi talks| Southampton football spygate
Allies of Health Secretary Wes Streeting have told Sky News he is preparing to quit and mount a leadership challenge against the prime minister.Sir Keir Starmer is understood to have told ministers there will be "chaos" if the Labour Party is plunged into such a contest as he faces the seemingly imminent bid for his job from Streeting.US President Donald Trump has landed in China for a two day vis
Starmer to meet Streeting | Trump heads to China | Israel reaches Eurovision final
It might be a new day for the prime minister but his leadership crisis certainly hasn’t gone away as he prepares to meet his health secretary Wes Streeting this morning.Their meeting will take place before the King’s Speech in the House of Lords - a day of pomp and pageantry where the monarch will lay out the government’s agenda for the coming year.Meanwhile, the UK has said it will send drones, f
Starmer to quit? | Polanski tax apology | Wordle to hit TV screens
Sir Keir Starmer is said to be "weighing up his options" ahead of a crucial cabinet meeting this morning, after some of his top team told him to consider setting out a timeline for his resignation.Green Party leader Zack Polanski is also in hot water, although less than the PM of course, after admitting he may have failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat in London.Donald Trump has sa
Starmer battles to keep job | BAFTA roundup | Four-day week to combat obesity?
Today could end up being a defining day for Sir Keir Starmer's premiership, as pressure grows on him to step down.Labour MP and foreign minister Catherine West is threatening to launch a leadership challenge unless a major speech by the PM hits the mark.Peace between the US and Iran appears unlikely after Donald Trump said proposals put forward by Tehran are "totally unacceptable".Twenty British n
Labour suffer horror night in local elections | US and Iran continue attacks | Villa and Palace European footy success
It has been a night of horror for Labour in the Local elections, while Reform UK have made significant gains.Sir Keir Starmer's party has been haemorrhaging seats as local authorities began declaring overnight, in a set of contests that could prove decisive for his premiership.The US Central Command has said it intercepted "unprovoked Iranian attacks" and responded through targeting launch sites i
Trump says war will be 'over quickly' | Hantavirus cases rise | Iran wants 'no insults' of IRGC at World Cup
Millions of voters in England, Wales and Scotland will head to the polls today.There are council elections in England, while devolved parliaments are up for grabs in Scotland and Wales, as well as six local mayoralties in London.Donald Trump has once again claimed the war with Iran is nearing an end – saying a peace agreement will be made and the conflict will be "over quickly".The president has b
'Project Freedom' paused | Google AI workers worried about military uses | End of morning airport pint?
It looks like Donald Trump has blinked first in the standoff between the US and Iran as he has announced he will be pausing "Project Freedom".He added in a post on Truth Social, his social media site, that the decision came at the request of Pakistan and other nations.Hate crimes will be fast-tracked when it comes to prosecutions in England and Wales in an effort to deal with the spike in antisemi
Project Freedom or Project Deadlock? | PM to discuss antisemitism | Which airport has longest delays in UK?
Iran has warned the US that no military solution can bring about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Tehran claims to have struck an American warship in the crucial waterway, while Washington says it's destroyed seven of Iran's "fast boats".Sir Keir Starmer has warned that a rise in attacks against British Jews is "a crisis for all of us" and requires a "whole of society" response.The prime mini
Terror threat level raised | Trump’s Iran deadline looms | Renters’ Rights Act comes into force
The terrorism threat level in the UK has been raised from "substantial" to "severe" following the stabbing of two Jewish men in north London.That means a terror attack is considered to be highly likely in the next six months.Donald Trump faces a key deadline in his war with Iran under a law which limits the president sending the military into combat for an extended period without authorisation fro
Terror incident declared | Oil price hits 4 year high | Elon Musk and Sam Altman battle in court
Counterterrorism police have searched a property in southeast London after a 45-year-old man was arrested over the stabbing of two Jewish men. Police have declared the attack a terrorist incident.Oil has hit a record high price during the war between Iran and the US as negotiations stall.Plus, it’s revealed Nigel Farage received a £5m donation before he became an MP. His team say it "was a persona
King's speech to Congress | Starmer survives vote | New red card rules ahead of World Cup
King Charles has given speeches in Congress and the White House as his state visit to the US continues.The prime minister has survived a vote for him to face a parliamentary investigation into whether he misled MPs over Peter Mandelson.And the former FBI director James Comey faces an arrest warrant for a post on social media.Plus, players at the World Cup face a new rule that could see them immedi
Starmer under pressure | Social media ban for under-16s | Taylor Swift voice trademark
Starmer faces a crunch moment as his former chief of staff is grilled over the Mandelson appointment and MPs vote on whether to investigate the PM.We look at new data linking domestic abuse and suicide among teenagers, and why police are warning about “toxic” online influences.Plus, the UK moves closer to restricting social media for under-16s, and Taylor Swift takes on AI with a legal fight over
Trump suspect shooter’s note | Royal go-ahead for US state visit | Israel’s Netanyahu under election threat
King Charles heads to Washington for a high-stakes state visit just days after a shooting targeting US President Donald Trump, raising fresh questions about security.It comes as it emerges the suspected gunman at the White House press dinner sent a note to members of his family before the shooting, according to Sky News' US partner network, NBC News. In it, he apologised to his parents, as well as
Trump hits out at Prince Harry | Assisted dying bill falters | World Cup tickets on sale for millions of dollars
Donald Trump says the “clock is ticking for Iran” but insists he has "all the time in the world" to make a deal to end the war.The US President also hit out at Prince Harry after comments about the US administration during a surprise visit to Ukraine.And the assisted dying bill officially runs out of time today after being stalled in the House of Lords.Police have closed their investigation into r
Iran war ceasefire violation accusations | More civil service Mandelson questions | NHS maternity deaths
Iran tensions escalate as Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz cannot reopen, blaming US and Israeli “violations” of a fragile ceasefire.In Westminster, pressure mounts on Keir Starmer as senior civil service figures face questions over the Peter Mandelson vetting row.And the NHS announces sweeping changes to maternity care after a rise in deaths during and after pregnancy.Plus, a major shift at the t
Trump extends Iran ceasefire | Starmer faces calls to step down | Coventry win the Championship
Just hours before the ceasefire between the US and Iran was due to expire, Donald Trump said he would extend it until talks between the two countries have progressed.He also said the blockade of Iranian ports would continue until Tehran presents what he called a "unified proposal" to end the war.Sir Keir Starmer is facing a new headache after the former head of the foreign office, Sir Olly Robbins
Sir Olly Robbins to face committee | Mobile phones to be banned in schools in England? | Nike faces backlash from walkers
Sir Keir Starmer told MPs yesterday in the House of Commons that officials in the Foreign Office deliberately and repeatedly withheld the fact Lord Mandelson initially failed security vetting for the role of US ambassador.But his version of events could be challenged today by Sir Olly Robbins, the top civil servant at the Foreign Office who left his post last week, who will face the Foreign Affair
Iranian cargo ship seized | PM faces Commons over Mandelson | Bear costume fraud
Donald Trump has confirmed that the US seized an Iranian cargo ship which was trying to pass the naval blockade.This has been described by Iranian officials to have violated the terms of the ceasefire, who have decided to close the Strait of Hormuz once again.While in Lebanon, a number of soldiers have been killed over the last 24 hours despite a 10-day truce being in place between Israel and Leba
Further resignation over Mandelson | Music Fan Association
The top civil servant at the Foreign Office, Sir Olly Robbins, will leave his position over the decision to make Peter Mandelson ambassador to the US- but will this relieve the pressure on the PM?A 10 day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon came into effect last night, but Israel has been accused of continuing to carry out attacks.An immigration officer in the US has been charged with assault for
3 prisoners released incorrectly each week | Man sentenced for smuggling… ants
There are hopes that a ceasefire could be reached in southern Lebanon, where Israel has continued to carry out strikes. And there are positive signs for peace between Iran and the US too, as they are expected to meet once again in Pakistan next week for a new round of negotiations. The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years. Sir Keir Starmer will meet leaders fro
Asylum hotel numbers cut | What are Brits’ ‘moral taste buds’?
US Vice President JD Vance has said the US will continue to negotiate with Iran, with President Trump on the lookout for a "bargain".Vance was in Islamabad last weekend for the negotiations with Iran, which lasted 21 hours, and despite not reaching a formal resolution, he claimed the US made a "ton of progress".Details of the King and Queen's state visit to the US have been released.The number of
Spanish PM wife charged | Brit Rock & Roll success
Washington and Tehran continue to exchange threats as a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, led by the US, comes into effect.US Central Command has confirmed any ships entering or leaving Iranian ports will now be subject to this blockade.Donald Trump has landed himself in hot water following a post on Truth Social in which he shared an AI-generated image, seeming to depict himself as Jesus Christ.T
Significant Hungarian election | New school dinner menu
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been ousted from power after 16 years in charge.Leader of the centre-right party Peter Magyar held a victory rally late last night as his party is expected to win around two-thirds of the 199 seats in the Hungarian parliament.A blockade on the Strait of Hormuz led by the US Navy is set to begin at 3pm UK time after peace talks between the US and Iran broke
Trump tells Netanyahu to ‘low-key it’, Melania on Epstein and goodbye passport stamps
Iran has halted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while Donald Trump has urged the prime minister of Israel to be more “low key” ahead of peace talks in Pakistan.A group of survivors of Jeffrey Epstein say Melania Trump is “shifting the burden onto them” after her surprise address where she attempted to distance herself from the late paedophileIt’s adieu to passport stamps from Europe - new change
Fragile ceasefire, NATO friction and identity of The Housemaid author revealed
The ceasefire in the Middle East looks fragile - as Israel undertakes its biggest bombing campaign yet against Lebanon, prompting Iran to claim the agreement's already been broken.There has been another clash between US President Donald Trump and NATO secretary general Mark Rutte.A woman has been jailed in the US over her part in the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry.And there's an amazing reve
Iran ceasefire: Victory or humiliation for the US?
US President Donald Trump says he's agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran - which includes a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Iranians fill the streets to celebrate, and there's a collective sigh of relief from the Gulf. But is it victory or humiliation for the US?Also today, Kanye West still wants to reach out to the British Jewish community, after he was blocked from headlining the
Artemis II makes history - and could Kanye West be banned from entering the UK?
The Artemis II crew have completed their record-setting moon flyby - and they have received a special call from US President Donald Trump.But back here on earth, the president’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is due to expire shortly.The boss of Wireless festival has defended the decision to book Kanye West as the headline act, despite growing calls for him to be dropped.And some
Moon launch success | Trump’s nation address
Nasa’s Artemis II mission took off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida last night, the first trip around the moon in over 50 years.The crew are in "safe, secure and in great spirits", a Nasa official confirmed in a post-launch press conference.President Donald Trump addressed the United States in a primetime televised speech from the White House, lasting roughly 20 minutes.He declared that th
Journalist kidnapped | Spurs manager backlash
President Donald Trump has said the US will leave Iran in "two or three weeks" regardless of whether a deal is done with Tehran.Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, he suggested the US will take no responsibility for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying: "That's not for us – that'll be for France, for whoever's using the strait."An American journalist has been kidnapped in Baghdad, Iraq's i
PM threatens junior doctors | Car finance payout for millions
President Donald Trump has made a new threat against Tehran, claiming the US will "obliterate" Iranian energy sites, including its main oil terminal Kharg Island, if it does not agree to a peace deal "shortly".The prime minister has threatened to withdraw an offer of thousands more NHS jobs should resident doctors go ahead with strike action next week.Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills has been sacked by the
Trump to take Iran’s oil? | Football fans against VAR
Overnight, US President Donald Trump has said the US should "take the oil in Iran" and is considering seizing the country's strategic oil hub of Kharg Island.Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said his country's operation in southern Lebanon will be expanded, as the UN peacekeeping mission there confirmed the death of a peacekeeper.Sir Keir Starmer is meeting Britain's larges
Trump to hold off strikes on Iran, screen time advice & a missing capybara
US President Donald Trump says he will pause airstrikes on Iran's energy infrastructure for 10 days.That's as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has told Sky's political editor Beth Rigby he won't be pressured into changing his mind on Britain's role in the conflict.There is fresh government advice for parents on screen time.And people in Hampshire are being told to keep their eyes peeled for a capyb
Trump prepared to 'unleash hell' on Iran, McSweeney's stolen phone & a new Harry Potter series
Donald Trump claims the US had no choice but to go to war with Iran - and also insists Tehran is desperate to make a peace deal.The Prime Minister's given new powers for British forces to board and potentially detain Russian shadow fleets that pass through UK waters.But why has the theft of the work phone owned by his former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, not been investigated?Plus, we've had a
Trump's plan for Iran, NHS recovery programme & Mo Salah leaves Liverpool
The US reportedly sends a 15-point plan to Iran to end the war… what has been promised in return?Five hospital trusts in England are to be placed under what's been called an NHS Intensive Recovery programme.A social media ban is be trialled among teenagers across the UK.And a footballing giant is stepping down from Liverpool FC.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in 10 minutes.
Iran calls Trump peace talks 'fake news', energy bailout and Ben Stokes on the Ashes
US President Donald Trump has postponed strikes on Iran's power plants by five days, after what he called "productive talks" with Iran.But Tehran's denying they ever happened - describing the talks as "fake news" to try and calm global markets.Chancellor Rachel Reeves will outline measures to prevent energy firms exploiting the war to hike prices. Will every household feel protected?And England's
Antisemitic attack | First person charged for tailgating at football
An investigation has been launched after four ambulances belonging to the Jewish Community Ambulance service were set on fire in Golders Green, in what the Metropolitan Police have said is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime.The clock is ticking for Iran after President Donald Trump said if Tehran does not “fully open” the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, the US will "hit and obliterate th
Netanyahu defiant | Racism concerns with police technology
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that Israel acted alone when it struck an Iranian gas field, and that the war will end a “lot faster than people think”.Netanyahu has said that Israel will hold off on committing any further attacks against energy infrastructure, following its strikes on Iran’s South Pars natural gas field- which is the largest in the world.The number of meni
Qatar hit by Iran | Sadiq Khan calls to rejoin EU
The Iran war intensifies in the Middle East as Qatar suffers from Iranian strikes.The foreign minister of Qatar says his country reserves its right to respond” after Iran hit some of it’s liquified natural gas facilities a day after hitting other industrial sites in the country.And with Easter around the corner, what could the effect of jet fuel prices be for those who have plans to go away?A seco
Scotland rejects assisted dying | Senegal stripped of Africa Cup title
Iran has confirmed two of its highest ranking security officials have been killed in Israeli strikes.US President Donald Trump appears to be frustrated again with NATO members, accusing them of making a "foolish mistake" by refusing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.Members of the Scottish Parliament have voted narrowly against legalising assisted dying in Scotland.The outbreak of meningitis in
NATO to get involved in Iran? | Chelsea fined
Donald Trump is unhappy, again, with the prime minister over his response to the war in Iran - and debate intensifies as to whether this is a matter for NATO.There have been strikes overnight on the US embassy in Baghdad, and the UK is one of several nations to warn against an Israeli ground invasion in Lebanon.Chancellor Rachel Reeves will today set out her "three big choices" for the coming deca
Trump demands help to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, meningitis and the Oscars
US President Donald Trump is demanding help from seven countries to unblock a crucial oil waterway in the Middle East.Two people have died in the Canterbury area of Kent after an outbreak of an "invasive" disease which causes meningitis and septicaemia.Sir Keir Starmer is looking at ways to help protect people from the rising cost of living caused by the conflict in the Middle East.And Sophy and W
US to ease sanctions on Russian oil, Scott Bessent interview and a stowaway fox
The US says it will temporarily ease sanctions on Russian oil amid surging prices. America's treasury secretary tells Wilf Frost oil tankers will be escorted through the Strait of Hormuz. Opposition MPs say Sir Keir Starmer's ethics adviser must investigate whether he broke the ministerial code in his handling of the Mandelson scandal. And a British fox has hitched a ride all the way to New York.
Iranian school strike report, Mandelson files & music streaming success
Explosions on energy facilities and ships in the Gulf mean oil prices have risen again - despite an historic release of reserves.A damning report on a fatal strike in Iran shows the US appears to have been behind the attack.The prime minister has more tough questions to answer, after documents show he was warned of the reputational risk in hiring Peter Mandelson.There's an opportunity for young pe
Iranian protesters threatened and Labour MP speaks out on rape
Iran's police chief has warned anyone who takes to the streets will be "confronted as an enemy, not a protester".Back at home, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has banned a pro-Iran march from taking place in London on Sunday.A Labour MP has spoken out against reforms to courts and juries - waiving her anonymity in parliament to speak about being raped.We'll find out more information later about Lor
Will Iran war end soon? V-levels & Australia welcomes Iranian women footballers
Donald Trump says the war in Iran could be over soon - in an attempt to prevent a global economic crisis.The first subjects for the new 'V Levels' have been announced - a new qualification that students in England will be able to take from next year.The government is introducing a new definition of anti-Muslim hate.Five Iranian women footballers have been granted humanitarian visas by Australia, a
Oil prices surge, cancer death rates fall and VAR drama
Oil prices have jumped by 20% in a single day in response to the conflict in the Middle East.Iran has announced that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late supreme leader of Iran, has been named as his successor.Cancer death rates in the UK have hit a historic new low.And a masked fan in Germany has taken frustration towards video action replay technology into their own hands…Sophy and Wilf have th
Trump to pick Iran leader? | Robotic surgery success
Today marks the seventh day of the Iran war, with Israel saying it will launch a “broad” wave of air strikes against targets and has told people living in parts of Beirut in Lebanon to evacuate.Donald Trump says he needs to be involved in choosing the next leader of Iran and has dismissed one of the people tipped to take over, the son of Ali Khamenei, as a “lightweight”.Trump has also sacked his h
New ground in Iran war | Obesity jabs scrutinised
The war in the Middle East enters its sixth day today, and the conflict has reached new ground.A ballistic missile fired from Iran heading into Turkish airspace was shot down, the Turkish defence ministry has said.This came before Pete Hegseth, the US secretary of defence, confirmed a US submarine sunk an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka.The husband of a Labour MP is one of three men arrested by the
Trump lashes out at Starmer | Death of children's TV?
Donald Trump has claimed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is "no Churchill".Trump said he was "not happy with the UK" over its "shocking" decision to not allow the US to use its military base on Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands for the initial strikes against Iran.The Israeli military says it has started a "broad wave of strikes" in Iran overnight, marking the fifth day since the conflict in the
Starmer and Trump clash | Clinton videos released
The US and Israel's war on Iran is entering its fourth day, as strikes from both sides continue following the death of Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday.Tehran has threatened to burn down any ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while Marco Rubio has said “the hardest hits are yet to come from the US military”.A potential dispute looks to be brewing between Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starm
Iran latest | Refugee status reforms
Donald Trump has repeated claims that the US is prepared to continue its attacks on Iran for several weeks.This follows a tense weekend in the Middle East as a new conflict began on Saturday morning with the US and Israel striking cities across Iran, calling for its people to remove the regime.The RAF base Akrotiri has been hit by a suspected drone strike the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.Peop
Historic by-election win, Hillary Clinton testifies & collagen myths
The Green Party have won a historic victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election. What does it mean for Labour and ReformPakistan has declared an "open war" with its neighbour Afghanistan.Hillary Clinton has denied any knowledge about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes ahead of her husband, former US president Bill Clinton, testifying before Congress today.A massive study of the vegetarian diet has revealed
Maternity services report, Iran-US talks and tension in Cuba
Content Warning: childbirth trauma & loss"Maternity and neonatal services in England are failing too many women" - that's the findings laid out in a report into the nation's maternity care.Jeffrey Epstein has appeared to blame the then-Prince Charles for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor losing his UK trade envoy job.Cuba says its forces have killed four Cuban nationals on a US-registered speedboat.A
A ‘golden age’ for America? Changes to British passports & sunshine returns
President Donald Trump has made a record-breaking speech in the US - the longest in history… at one hour 48 minutes long.Peter Mandelson's lawyers say a 'baseless' suggestion prompted his arrest on Monday. Mandelson has denied any wrongdoing.From today, visitors will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation to enter Britain. What does it mean for dual nationals?And has spring sprung?Sophy and Wi
Lord Mandelson questioned by police | Bonus for GPs over 'fat' jabs | 'Miracle' womb transplant
Lord Mandelson spent around eight hours being questioned by police over alleged leaks of market-sensitive data to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.The UK's pledged millions more support for Ukraine, four years on from Russia's invasion.GPs are being given an incentive of £3,000 from the government to prescribe patients weight-loss jabs.And a baby boy's become the first child in the UK to be bo
SEND overhaul, Mexico drug lord killed and BAFTA shock
Billions of pounds are to be spent to help provide for children with educational special needs, which would see more children learning in mainstream rather than specialist schools.Blockades and violent protests have erupted across Mexico after the country's most wanted man, a kingpin drug lord, was killed in a military operation, with the help of the US.What do US President Donald Trump's fresh ta
Andrew released under investigation | Trump to reveal if aliens exist?
After being arrested by police, the former prince and brother to King Charles, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has now been released under investigation.His former home in Berkshire is set to undergo further police searches today. It is understood that the UK has said the US cannot launch strikes on Iran from its military base on Diego Garcia, the biggest island in the Chagos Islands. More than 30 "dr
Trump weighs in on Chagos Deal | Pubs open late for World Cup
Could the Government be set to make another u-turn?President Donald Trump has yet again warned the UK not to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. The boss of Meta Platforms Mark Zuckerberg appeared in court at a landmark trial in Los Angeles questioning whether social media platforms deliberately addict and harm children.Children can now claim damages for years of life earnings lost due to medi
Football racism row | BBL ban?
Real Madrid and Brazilian football star Vinicius Junior has said he was racially abused in last night’s match against Benfica.Essex Police are looking into private flights taken in and out of Stansted Airport - as a result of details coming from the Epstein files.The National Crime Agency (NCA) says police are arresting 1,000 suspected paedophiles every month.A group of female MPs say the governme
Another Government U-Turn | Chinese New Year
Thirty local councils face a scramble to organise elections in less than three months’ time after the latest government U-turn.Sir Keir Starmer had attempted to delay some council elections in May, ahead of planned local government reorganisation.However, he’s been forced to abandon those plans after legal advice suggested a delay could be unlawful.Reform UK is now demanding that legal advice is p
Social media crackdown? | Team GB success
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says no platforms will get a "free pass" to ensure kids are safe online. He said "technology is moving really fast and the law has got to keep up".The crackdown is expected to target AI chatbots - and include a consultation on whether to introduce an age limit for using social media.Sky News speaks to some of the black women who continue to suffer disproportionately
