Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz over Israeli attacks in Lebanon
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:11:57 GMT
The US military has disputed Tehran's claim, which comes ahead of US-Iran talks in Switzerland on Sunday.
Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:30:12 GMT
British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated.
Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:33:50 GMT
After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
King Charles to reveal personal tax bill for first time as monarch
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:04:00 GMT
For the first time, the annual financial report for the royals will include how much tax is paid by the monarch.
Extreme heat warning expanded as 37C heatwave approaches UK
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:10:28 GMT
After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 36C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.
Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:15:46 GMT
Two people were injured close to a mosque and a man was later seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away.
Why Harry Kane is different at this tournament
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:24:12 GMT
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:35:17 GMT
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
Sibling rivals line up for different teams
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:55:37 GMT
Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.
Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:42:44 GMT
Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.
