Smugglers to be named in sanctions on small boat gangs

It's all on the line as England and India face off in the final women's ODI at Durham, with the series hanging in the balance. The live coverage kicks off at 1pm BST, featuring key players like Tammy Beaumont and Nat Sciver-Brunt leading England's charge. Meanwhile, cricket fans can also follow county cricket updates or reach out to the reporter directly.

The stage is set for a thrilling Women’s Euro 2025 semi-final clash between England and Italy at the Stade de Genève. This live coverage keeps you updated with all the pre-match buzz, from team news to player spotlights—like Alessia Russo’s remarkable rise and Italy’s Cristiana Girelli, who’s on the brink of making history. Whether you’re tuning in for tactical breakdowns or just the electric atmosphere, this is your go-to hub before kickoff.

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK's opposition Conservative Party, is gearing up to shake up her shadow cabinet. One notable move? Bringing Sir James Cleverly—a familiar face with past frontbench experience—back into a key role. This signals a potential shift in strategy or team dynamics as the Tories prepare for the next political battles.

The WHO reports that Israeli forces attacked a residence multiple times, forcing women and children to flee through active conflict zones. Meanwhile, the IDF’s shelling of a tent encampment killed at least 12 people. In related news, Iran updated its death toll from last month’s 12-day war with Israel to 1,062, including 102 women and 38 children—a sharp rise from the previous official count of 935.

After 15 years of financial hurdles, the UK government has finally secured a £38 billion deal with private investors—including energy giants EDF and Centrica—to build the Sizewell C nuclear power plant. This marks the country’s largest nuclear project in decades, aiming to boost energy security and cut carbon emissions.