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EasyJet rejects £4.7bn takeover offer from US investment firm

The airline describes the latest bid approach from Castlelake as "highly opportunistic".

UK PM Starmer resigns as Britain faces its seventh leader in 10 years

Pound lower as prime minister Keir Starmer confirms resignation – business live

Sterling continues to trade lower versus a rising US dollar, amid Starmer’s resignation and progress in US-Iran peace talks Prime minister Keir Starmer has taken the lectern outside Downing Street listing the progress made by Labour government, before confirmed he is resigning.“Every decision I’ve taken has been about putting the country I love, first…that is why I will resign as leader of the Labour party.” Continue reading...

Zelenskyy pledges to ‘bring war back to Russia’ after drones swarm toward Moscow – Europe live

Russia intercepted 300 Ukrainian drones across the country and temporarily suspended operations from Moscow airportOof.Over in the UK, Keir Starmer has announced his intention to resign from the post of the leader of the Labour Party and the British prime minister. Continue reading...

Starmer announces resignation as prime minister and says replacement will be in place by September - UK politics live

The prime minister confirmed he is stepping down as leader of the Labour partyStarmer expected to announce exit plan to clear way for Burnham to become PM‘A shift has taken place’: Starmer faces the music after weekend of reflectionThis is from Tom Baldwin, Keir Starmer’s biographer, and head of communications for Ed Miliband when he was Labour leader.We seem to be in a strange place where Keir Starmer is being told he must quit to prevent more uncertainty and chaos (by those who have caused much of it) but then stay on for a couple of months because the guy who has been desperate to take his job is not yet ready to do so…Keir Starmer has a mandate from Labour members.He stood on a manifesto and won a mandate from the British peopleModern politics:Consumerisation Continue reading...

Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic election victory

Labour leader bows to mounting pressure after Andy Burnham’s success against Reform UK in MakerfieldKeir Starmer has announced he will stand down as prime minister after days of intense pressure from Labour MPs, including cabinet ministers, following the return of Andy Burnham to Westminster.Less than two years after a historic election victory, Starmer had faced calls from his MPs to set out a timeline for his departure, with many of them spooked by the threat from Nigel Farage’s party ahead of the next general election. Continue reading...

Middle East crisis live: US talks with Iran set to continue despite Iranian walkout

Negotiations due to continue for rest of week in Switzerland after tense start as Iranians protest against threat from Donald TrumpIran hails ‘progress’ as first day of talks with US conclude after shaky startIn a statement, the Swiss foreign ministry said: “The Swiss facilitator welcomes the constructive progress made during the intensive diplomatic talks that continued throughout the night of 21-22 June at the Burgenstock between the mediators, Iran and the United States”.The ministry added that the roadmap agreed “creates the conditions for the immediate resumption of new technical discussions”. Continue reading...

First round of US-Iran talks ends with encouraging progress, mediators say

The US-Iran talks began on Sunday in Switzerland, after last week's agreement, which includes a commitment to reach a final deal within 60 days.

Clark wins second US Open trophy despite hecklers

Wyndham Clark secures a wire-to-wire victory despite hostile reception from New York crowd.

What are the key outcomes of the Iran-US talks in Switzerland, what next?

Experts warn unresolved questions over Lebanon could complicate efforts to secure a lasting agreement.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer expected to announce exit plan: UK media

Keir Starmer is under intense pressure from his own Labour Party to announce plans to step down as prime minister.

Which teams have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts, round of 32?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who's in and who's out.

How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane look to be on lethal form in this World Cup. So how can you stop them in their tracks?

China announces sanctions on 10 US companies as trade tensions flare

The sanctions come a month after US President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at stabilising relations.

Australia politics live: Jonno Duniam calls Pauline Hanson’s push for monoculture ‘bizarre’

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHume has no problem with more debate on NDIS changes, but criticises ‘horse trading’ between Labor and the GreensJane Hume is speaking to RN Breakfast now, saying the Coalition has no problem with increased scrutiny over changes to the NDIS should the Greens negotiate a longer inquiry into the scheme the week.I suppose one of our concerns is that perhaps the changes don’t go far enough in addressing the rorts and the criminal behaviour that we’ve seen embedded in the NDIS system now. We want to make sure that they are appropriately addressed.And we also want to make sure that Australia’s most vulnerable are well cared for. And there does seem to be some oversights in there. So I have no problems with scrutiny of legislation.It’s no surprise that the Greens have got into horse trading with Labor over this. We know exactly what it is that they do. This is their modus operandi.I think that speaks volumes of this Labor government’s priorities. Continue reading...

US, Iran agree on ‘roadmap’ towards final deal in Switzerland talks

Technical talks to continue in the resort of Burgenstock after progress on issues of Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon.

Late Windrush victim’s compensation to fund prize for British Caribbean playwrights

The Windrush Prize will award £10,000 to the writer of the winning play, which will receive a run at the Arcola theatre next yearThe first prize dedicated to discovering and developing British Caribbean playwrights has been launched using compensation awarded to a Windrush victim who died before receiving it.The Windrush Prize for British Caribbean Playwrights, believed to be the first major prize of its kind in 30 years, has been established by Shereener Browne, the founder and artistic director of Orísun Productions and a former barrister, in memory of her late father, Myron Brown. Continue reading...

Oil falls as Qatar, Pakistan announce 60-day roadmap for U.S.-Iran deal

Oil prices fluctuated on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened renewed military action against Iran.

Tyrone to meet Kerry and Monaghan will face Louth

Tyrone will meet defending All-Ireland champions Kerry and Monaghan will take on Louth in the All-Ireland Football quarter-finals.

Why a 66-year-old water treaty is becoming the latest India-Pakistan flashpoint

India and Pakistan are locked in a dispute over the Indus Water Treaty after New Delhi suspended the pact, raising concerns about regional stability.

Norway fans take over Times Square with Viking row

Norwegian supporters in Viking helmets and national colours packed Times Square, chanting and singing before Norway’s Group I match against Senegal.

U.S., Iran agree on roadmap for final deal and plan to end military operations in Lebanon

The talks were the first round of negotiations under a memorandum of understanding signed last week, which extended a tenuous ceasefire by 60 days.

Teen accused of planning terror attack on Peter Dutton and Brisbane march was making ‘edgy joke’, court told

Defence barrister claims teenager was a ‘troubled kid’ but crown prosecutor says he was serious when he wrote of copying US domestic terroristsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA teenager accused of preparing a nail bombing campaign was either a “troubled kid” who made edgy jokes or a determined terrorist in waiting, a court has been told.The teenager, who cannot be named due to his age, spent last week on trial in the Brisbane supreme court after pleading not guilty to one count of acts done in preparation for or planning a terrorist act. Continue reading...

LIVE: UK’s Starmer resigns as prime minister

The leader of governing Labour Party has faced growing pressure to step down after months of declining popularity.