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Your ten-minute cheat sheet to the day’s news. From politics, global conflicts to pop culture, sport and everything in between.
Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up — fast.
Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up — fast.
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Sir Keir Starmer faces increasing pressure over his decision to make Peter Mandelson the UK ambassador to the United States, with former deputy leader of the Labour Party, Baroness Harman, saying that it could bring him down.However, in better news for him, US President Donald Trump has suggested he supports the prime minister's decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.Authorities searching for the mother of NBC's Today co-host Savannah Guthrie have said they believe "she's still out there", but they have no suspects.Senior officials from the United States and Iran are set to meet in Oman today for talks amid heightened tensions between the two nations.And finally, the Winter Olympics officially begin today, with the opening ceremony set to take place this evening - but the Games are already being overshadowed by allegations of hacking and potential doping.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is dealing with anger from his own MPs and renewed speculation over his future after being forced to publish documents about his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US.An email seemingly sent by Ghislaine Maxwell appears to contradict claims by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor that a photograph of him with Virginia Giuffre is not real. US border tsar Tom Homan has said 700 federal immigration officers will be removed from Minneapolis as Donald Trump says agents could use a “softer touch”.US news anchor Savannah Guthrie has posted a video message pleading for the return of her abducted mother and seeking proof from her captors that the 84-year-old is still alive.The Washington Post has cut around a third of its staff.And finally, Monday 15 June will now be a Scottish bank holiday. Scotland face Haiti the day before in their first World Cup match since 1998, with kick-off at 2am UK time.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
A criminal investigation has been launched into allegations of misconduct in public office offences by Peter Mandelson. This comes as the Tories want documents relating to his appointment as ambassador to be published.Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has moved out of Royal Lodge, according to palace sources, as police assess claims that a woman was sent to the former duke by Jeffrey Epstein in 2010.The son of Norway's crown princess is expected to give evidence for the first time in court today as he stands accused of four charges of rape.The ex-husband of former First Lady of the United States Jill Biden has been charged with murdering his current wife.And finally, the government will publish the national cancer plan today, which will pledge that 75% of patients diagnosed from 2035 will be cancer-free or living well after five years. This figure currently stands at 60%.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The Prime Minister is set to chair a cabinet meeting today as police investigate allegations that his former US Ambassador, Lord Mandelson, leaked sensitive government information to convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.Sarah Ferguson’s charity, Sarah’s Trust, has announced it will close for the "foreseeable future” just days after new details emerged of her friendship with Epstein.Meanwhile, the pressure grows on Ferguson's ex-husband Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to testify before Congress, as former president Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary have announced they will do so.Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk is merging his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into one single company.And Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly on strike at his club Al Nassr, despite being on £500,000 a day.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Lord Mandelson has quit the Labour Party to avoid causing it - he says - “further embarrassment", after the latest release of Epstein files on Friday.Erfan Soltani, an Iranian protestor who was reportedly set to face the death penalty, has been released on bail, with talks of a ‘regional war’ should the US attack Iran.Israel is set to open the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, but there will be restrictions on the number of people allowed to pass through.The Government has announced that anyone found touting illegal smuggling routes into the UK could face prison for up to five years.And, finally- there was success for British artists at the Grammys on a politically charged evening in Los Angeles.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The Prime Minister continues his trip to China and despite securing some concessions, words from US President Donald Trump threaten to overshadow the tour.Tom Homan, the White House border czar, has said the federal government is looking to "draw back" on the number of federal immigration officers in Minnesota.Also today, train passengers are missing out on more than £80m per year in compensation for delayed journeys because of "unacceptable" claims processes.And finally, can anyone stop the dominance of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in men's tennis? The Australian Open Men's semi-finals take place today.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Sir Keir Starmer says he wants a more sophisticated relationship with China. However, the Chinese leader Xi Jinping has acknowledged that there have been twists and turns in UK-China ties but admitted that engagement is "unavoidable".The Prime Minister is on a three-day visit to the country - the first time a British prime minister has been to China in eight years.Tensions continue to escalate between the US and Iran after a warning from President Trump that time is running out for a nuclear deal.Plus, a man paralysed in an accident is given new hope after being given Elon Musk's Neuralink brain implant. Sebastian Gomez-Pena, one of seven people fitted with the chip in the UK trial, can now control a laptop simply by thinking, despite being paralysed from the neck down.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
How does Sir Keir Starmer play his trip to China? He's the first British prime minister to make a visit for eight years - and he's got a challenge on his hands.How does he get the superpower on side to help his own plans for economic growth whilst at the same time show that he's well aware of suspicions about the country.Also, US President Donald Trump's narrative shifts as he says he wants to "de-escalate" in Minnesota.And the government is offering free AI training for adults across the UK. It's apparently meant to equip us with AI skills at work but will it save our jobs?Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Around 50 Labour MPs have signed a letter objecting to Andy Burnham being blocked from standing in a forthcoming by-election - putting more pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.Nigel Farage claims the right of British politics is "finally uniting" following former home secretary Suella Braverman’s defection from the Conservatives to Reform UK.Plus, who will be the winners and losers when the 2026 Bafta nominations are announced?Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Andy Burnham is blocked from standing as an MP - is this a sign of strength or weakness for Sir Keir Starmer?There have been more protests this weekend in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti by a federal officer.And the Home Secretary announces an overhaul of policing in England and Wales - including a "British FBI".Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The first ever trilateral talks between Ukrainian, Russian and US officials will take place today.Donald Trump has been criticised for saying NATO troops stayed away from the frontline in Afghanistan.The Home Secretary is planning to drastically cut the number of police forces in England and Wales.And TikTok's sealed a deal in the US to keep its business running there.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Europe breathes a sign of relief as Donald Trump climbs down from threats of tariffs countries that opposed his plans to take Greenland.The House of Lords votes in favour of a social media ban for under-16s.There’s a fresh police appeal for information about a brutal murder case which became the longest running miscarriage of justice case in the UK.And, Prue Leith has stepped down as a judge on the Great British Bake Off- but who will be her replacement?Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump will address world leaders in Switzerland today where he says he's "working something out" with Nato on his plans to seize Greenland.Before boarding the flight for Switzerland, the president reiterated comments about the UK's deal to hand sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius - he's called it an 'act of great stupidity'.There's been another deadly train crash in Spain, this time in Barcelona.And there's a fall out between the richest man in the world and the owner of the biggest airline in Europe.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The government is to consult on bringing in a social-media ban for under 16s.Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has publicly called for calm over the threat of a trade war with the US over Greenland. But Donald Trump has doubled down on his plans to take over the territory.World and business leaders gather in the Swiss ski resort of Davos - the theme is 'a spirit of dialogue' - but the Sir Keir won't be there.And Brooklyn Peltz Beckham released a jaw dropping statement about his estrangement from his family.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump's threatening European allies with tariffs if they try to stop his plan to take over GreenlandWill there be a real-life Love Actually moment where Sir Keir Starmer stands up to the US president?A second Conservative MP defects to Reform in a week.And Prince Harry returns to the High Court in his legal battle against the Mail publisher.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump's in possession of a Nobel Peace Prize - one given to him by Venezuela's opposition leader Marina Corina Machado.An earthquake in British politics yesterday as the shadow justice secretary defects to Reform. What will happen next?A group of British parents are taking TikTok to court in the US over the deaths of their children.And the Tour de France races will start in England - where will you be able to catch a glimpse?Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
A second shooting involving an ICE agent in Minneapolis sparks another wave of protests in America.Has President Donald Trump climbed down from his threat of military action in Iran over anti-government protests?And the home secretary says she has no confidence in the chief constable of West Midlands Police - but he's still in the job … is there a wider political row going on?Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Demonstrators' brave the streets for another deadly night in Iran.President Trump says he will take action if the regime continues to execute protesters.The government's U-turned on one of its flagship policies - ID cards.There's an important meeting about the future of Greenland taking place in Washington.And it's likely a controversial new Chinese embassy will get the go-ahead.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The BBC's asked a US court to throw out the President's $10bn lawsuit over how a Panorama programme was edited.X could be fined more than £18m, after Ofcom started an investigation into its AI tool, Grok.And immigration enforcement raids have shot up by 77% since Labour was elected.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump threatens military action in Iran, in response to a violent crackdown on demonstrators.London’s murder rate has recorded its lowest number in more than a decade.And the Golden Globes have kicked off award season for the best TV and film in the last year.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
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