Politics
Will Burnham's cut to electricity VAT help households?
Andy Burnham says he will remove VAT for household electricity bills, marking his first major costed policy announcement
Politics
Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet?
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham
World
Iran claims attacks in strait of Hormuz; Houthis announce blockade of Red Sea shipping route – Middle East crisis live
Revolutionary Guard claims attack on oil tanker and two other ships; Houthis in Yemen say they are imposing an immediate
Finance
VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
The announcement comes less than a day after Burnham became the UK's seventh prime minister since 2016.
Politics
Chris Mason: Cull of Starmer allies as new chancellor faces crunching spending choices
The appointment of John Healey is particularly fascinating, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Gaming
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price,
World
World Cup 2026 : Spain return to Madrid in triumph
Spain reunited with their supporters in Madrid less than 24 hours after winning the World Cup final against Argentina (1
Sports
Cricket quiz: Can you name all eight teams in The Hundred?
The sixth staging of The Hundred starts on Tuesday, 21 July, which makes now the perfect time to refresh your knowledge.
Finance
Dad facing difficult summer as food donations plunge
Food banks and community larders are warning of an uncertain future.
Sports
Fake kits worth £18m seized by police during World Cup
Counterfeit football shirts worth over £18m were seized in the UK during the course of the World Cup because of safety c
Finance
Families skipping meals during holidays - charity
FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.
Entertainment
Chloe Fineman Says ‘SNL’ Boss Lorne Michaels Was at World Cup Match When She Called to Say She Was Leaving the Show
“Saturday Night Live” boss Lorne Michaels was a bit tied up when Chloe Fineman called to say she was leaving the show. “