The Conservative party achieved an unexpected victory in the Aberdeen South by-election, defeating the SNP. The win, coupled with a strong second-place finish in another Scottish by-election, offers encouragement to the Tories amidst poor national polling.
ITV secured four of the top five TV audiences in the UK during the first week of the World Cup, with England's win over Croatia drawing 15.4 million viewers. The BBC's coverage, while strong, lagged behind ITV's initial success.
Andy Burnham's allies are discussing a potential 10-year plan for public ownership of utilities, starting with Thames Water. Other proposals include cost of living support, greater devolution of power to regional leaders, reforms to MP 'whipping' systems, and potential electoral reform.
Keir Starmer announced he will run in a Labour leadership contest if one occurs, following Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield byelection. Burnham's win, with 55% of the vote, was hailed as a potential turning point for change and devolution.
The Hawthorn Hawks staged a remarkable comeback against the Gold Coast Suns, overcoming an early deficit to secure a significant win. Despite a strong start from the Suns, the Hawks dominated key periods, particularly in the second quarter, to take control of the match.
Faf du Plessis, at 41 years and 340 days, has become the oldest player to score a T20 century in Major League Cricket history, leading Texas Super Kings to a six-wicket win over Seattle Orcas.
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election with nearly 55% of the vote, a significant victory that increases pressure on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. Burnham's return to Westminster fuels speculation about a future leadership challenge.
Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield byelection has intensified speculation about a leadership challenge to Keir Starmer. Allies hope Burnham can be installed as PM within days, citing his emphatic win as proof of his ability to unite the party and challenge Reform UK.
UK public sector net borrowing hit £23.3bn in May, significantly higher than the £18.5bn forecast by economists. This surge, attributed partly to the economic impact of the Iran war and increased interest costs, presents fiscal challenges for potential Labour leader Andy Burnham.
Donald Trump rejected claims that the conflict with Iran exposed limits to US power, stating there are 'no limits' to what the US can achieve. The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and unconditional surrender by Tehran, despite analysts noting a retreat from original US demands.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and Tehran's 'unconditional surrender'.
Faf du Plessis scored an unbeaten 113 off 52 balls, becoming the oldest player to hit a T20 century, to lead Texas Super Kings to a six-wicket win over Seattle Orcas in their Major League Cricket campaign opener.
Andy Burnham secured a significant by-election victory in Makerfield, winning more votes than all rivals combined. His win fuels speculation about his leadership ambitions within the Labour party, positioning him as a potential challenger to Sir Keir Starmer and a strong contender against Reform UK.
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield seat by-election with a significant majority, fueling speculation about his leadership ambitions within the Labour party and a potential challenge to Sir Keir Starmer.
Mexico became the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after a 1-0 victory over South Korea. Luis Romo scored the lone goal following a goalkeeping blunder, and goalkeeper Raúl Rangel made crucial saves to secure the win.
Canada's record 6-0 World Cup win against Qatar was marred by a severe left-leg injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné, who faces surgery. Qatar's Assim Madibo received a red card for the tackle, drawing strong criticism from Canadian players like Jonathan David.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar, but the match ended in controversy with a scuffle between players and staff. Tensions flared after a reckless tackle injured Canada's Ismael Kone, leading to two Qatar red cards.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, a dominant 6-0 win against Qatar, but the match ended in controversy with a post-whistle scuffle between players and staff. The incident was sparked by a reckless tackle that injured a Canadian player, leading to a red card for the Qatari player.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup win, a dominant 6-0 victory over Qatar, but the match ended in a heated scuffle between players and staff. The controversy stemmed from a reckless tackle that injured a Canadian player, leading to two Qatar red cards.
Canada secured a historic 6-0 FIFA World Cup victory over Qatar, but the match was marred by a severe leg injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné. His replacement, Nathan Saliba, scored and paid tribute to Koné, while star striker Jonathan David netted a hat-trick.
Canada secured a historic 6-0 FIFA World Cup victory over Qatar, but the win was marred by a severe leg injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné. Koné will undergo surgery after a reckless challenge. His replacement, Nathan Saliba, scored and paid tribute to Koné.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham secured a House of Commons seat in the Makerfield by-election, defeating Reform UK's Robert Kenyon by over 9,000 votes. His victory positions him to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party and the UK.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election, securing the House of Commons seat needed to challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer for the party leadership and potentially the UK prime ministership.
