Sir Keir Starmer says he takes responsibility as Labour reels from results across England, Scotland and Wales.
Brazil's 2-1 World Cup defeat to Norway, marking their sixth consecutive tournament without a title, has ignited fierce criticism from pundits and fans. Manager Carlo Ancelotti's tactics and substitutions are under fire, with calls for his sacking. Neymar has announced his retirement from international football, leading to demands for a full team reset.
Brazil's elimination by Norway in the World Cup was highlighted by Bruno Guimarães's failed stutter-step penalty. This technique, originating with Pelé, has mixed results, with stars like Ronaldo and Mbappé succeeding while others falter, and its legality has been debated.
Belgium's football team, often overshadowed by its 'Golden Generation,' is looking to a new wave of talent like Diego Moreira to forge a new identity. Despite past near-misses, the focus is on creating a fresh spirit and moving beyond the weight of unfulfilled potential.
Andy Burnham's devolution pledges, including a "No 10 North," are met with skepticism by pro-independence parties in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Concerns arise over his understanding of existing devolved powers and a perceived U-turn on reforming the Barnett formula, leading to disappointment among Celtic administrations.
England's football victory led to a significant boost in pub sales, with Heineken UK reporting a 67% increase and Stonegate Group serving nearly 800,000 drinks. Conversely, school attendance dropped by over three percentage points as many pupils stayed up late to watch the match.
Ukraine's Air Force stated a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles prevented them from shooting down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv. At least 15 people were killed in the capital, with more casualties in the wider region. President Zelensky urged allies to provide air defenses at the upcoming NATO summit.
