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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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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that Israel acted alone when it struck an Iranian gas field, and that the war will end a “lot faster than people think”.Netanyahu has said that Israel will hold off on committing any further attacks against energy infrastructure, following its strikes on Iran’s South Pars natural gas field- which is the largest in the world.The number of meningitis cases has risen, with 27 confirmed cases since the outbreak in Kent.Essex Police have paused their use of live facial recognition technology, following the release of evidence that shows the technology has a racial bias.There might be hope for thousands of patients who suffer from Alzheimer’s that they could be offered revolutionary drugs on the NHS.And finally, the Natural History Museum has taken top spot from The British Museum, raking in the most visitors to a single museum or gallery in any year.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The Iran war intensifies in the Middle East as Qatar suffers from Iranian strikes.The foreign minister of Qatar says his country reserves its right to respond” after Iran hit some of it’s liquified natural gas facilities a day after hitting other industrial sites in the country.And with Easter around the corner, what could the effect of jet fuel prices be for those who have plans to go away?A second university in Kent has confirmed a case of meningitis amongst one of its students, as an urgent public health alert has been issued after the outbreak of meningitis in the region.The Government says it will aim for up to 50% of steel - used in the UK - to be produced here too.The Mayor of London - Sir Sadiq Khan - has called for Labour to go into the next election promising to rejoin the EU.And finally, world’s longest coastal footpath is set to open in England today.Sophy and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Iran has confirmed two of its highest ranking security officials have been killed in Israeli strikes.US President Donald Trump appears to be frustrated again with NATO members, accusing them of making a "foolish mistake" by refusing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.Members of the Scottish Parliament have voted narrowly against legalising assisted dying in Scotland.The outbreak of meningitis in Kent has been declared a national incident, after the deaths of a sixth-form pupil and a university student. Some 15 cases have been reported to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) so far. All required hospital admission.The Conservatives are expected to force a vote in parliament on scrapping interest above inflation on student loans today.And finally, Senegal have been stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations after misconduct in the final, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ruled. The result will be recorded as a 3-0 win for Morocco, the tournament hosts.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump is unhappy, again, with the prime minister over his response to the war in Iran - and debate intensifies as to whether this is a matter for NATO.There have been strikes overnight on the US embassy in Baghdad, and the UK is one of several nations to warn against an Israeli ground invasion in Lebanon.Chancellor Rachel Reeves will today set out her "three big choices" for the coming decade.These are to deepen ties with the EU, increase regional investment as well encourage innovation in the use of AI.Afghanistan has claimed 400 people have been killed by a Pakistani strike on a hospital which deals with drug addicts.Students in Kent are being warned about the symptoms of meningitis following the deaths of two people.And finally, Chelsea have been hit with a record fine of £10.75m for admitting historical breaches of Premier League rules.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
US President Donald Trump is demanding help from seven countries to unblock a crucial oil waterway in the Middle East.Two people have died in the Canterbury area of Kent after an outbreak of an "invasive" disease which causes meningitis and septicaemia.Sir Keir Starmer is looking at ways to help protect people from the rising cost of living caused by the conflict in the Middle East.And Sophy and Wilf reveal the winners and losers at the Oscars.
The US says it will temporarily ease sanctions on Russian oil amid surging prices. America's treasury secretary tells Wilf Frost oil tankers will be escorted through the Strait of Hormuz. Opposition MPs say Sir Keir Starmer's ethics adviser must investigate whether he broke the ministerial code in his handling of the Mandelson scandal. And a British fox has hitched a ride all the way to New York. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Explosions on energy facilities and ships in the Gulf mean oil prices have risen again - despite an historic release of reserves.A damning report on a fatal strike in Iran shows the US appears to have been behind the attack.The prime minister has more tough questions to answer, after documents show he was warned of the reputational risk in hiring Peter Mandelson.There's an opportunity for young people to have their say on student loans - as MPs launch an inquiry into the system.And the UK music industry achieved "record revenues" last year.Sophy and Matt have the day's news in just 10 minutes
Iran's police chief has warned anyone who takes to the streets will be "confronted as an enemy, not a protester".Back at home, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has banned a pro-Iran march from taking place in London on Sunday.A Labour MP has spoken out against reforms to courts and juries - waiving her anonymity in parliament to speak about being raped.We'll find out more information later about Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.And a woman has been charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's Los Angeles home.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump says the war in Iran could be over soon - in an attempt to prevent a global economic crisis.The first subjects for the new 'V Levels' have been announced - a new qualification that students in England will be able to take from next year.The government is introducing a new definition of anti-Muslim hate.Five Iranian women footballers have been granted humanitarian visas by Australia, after protests at the Asian Cup.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Oil prices have jumped by 20% in a single day in response to the conflict in the Middle East.Iran has announced that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late supreme leader of Iran, has been named as his successor.Cancer death rates in the UK have hit a historic new low.And a masked fan in Germany has taken frustration towards video action replay technology into their own hands…Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Today marks the seventh day of the Iran war, with Israel saying it will launch a “broad” wave of air strikes against targets and has told people living in parts of Beirut in Lebanon to evacuate.Donald Trump says he needs to be involved in choosing the next leader of Iran and has dismissed one of the people tipped to take over, the son of Ali Khamenei, as a “lightweight”.Trump has also sacked his head of homeland security, Kristi Noem.Labour MP Joani Reid has “voluntarily” suspended herself from the party as her husband is investigated on allegations of spying for China.The first UK remote robotic surgery has been has been successful- the patient was in Gibraltar, and the surgeon was in London.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The war in the Middle East enters its sixth day today, and the conflict has reached new ground.A ballistic missile fired from Iran heading into Turkish airspace was shot down, the Turkish defence ministry has said.This came before Pete Hegseth, the US secretary of defence, confirmed a US submarine sunk an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka.The husband of a Labour MP is one of three men arrested by the Metropolitan Police on Wednesday on suspicion of spying for China.Pressure on the US Justice Department to be more transparent with the release of documents that come under the Epstein files is increasing, as some 50,000 "missing files" are set to be released this week.Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's interim president, has confirmed the US will be involved in developing the mining industry in the country.People on obesity jabs will regain the majority of the weight they lose within a year of stopping the drugs, according to a new study.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump has claimed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is "no Churchill".Trump said he was "not happy with the UK" over its "shocking" decision to not allow the US to use its military base on Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands for the initial strikes against Iran.The Israeli military says it has started a "broad wave of strikes" in Iran overnight, marking the fifth day since the conflict in the Middle East began.The government will halt visa routes for nationals from four countries who the home secretary says have "abused" the UK's generosity.And finally, there are warnings that we could soon see the death of children's TV.Patricia Hidalgo, director of BBC Children's & Education, has claimed there is an "alarming decline" in shows for younger audiences.Sophy and Wilf has the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The US and Israel's war on Iran is entering its fourth day, as strikes from both sides continue following the death of Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday.Tehran has threatened to burn down any ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while Marco Rubio has said “the hardest hits are yet to come from the US military”.A potential dispute looks to be brewing between Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer after the PM appeared to criticise the attacks, saying the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".Videos of Bill and Hillary Clinton speaking to a US committee about Jeffrey Epstein have been released.Today marks the fifth anniversary of the rape and murder of Sarah Everard - at the hands of former Met Police officer Wayne Couzens.A Sky News investigation has found there have been widespread criminal investigations into officers over allegations of rape and sexual offences since then, across forces in England and Wales.And Chancellor Rachel Reeves will insist she has "the right economic plan for our country" and that "working people are better off" thanks to Labour when she delivers her spring forecast to the Commons today.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Donald Trump has repeated claims that the US is prepared to continue its attacks on Iran for several weeks.This follows a tense weekend in the Middle East as a new conflict began on Saturday morning with the US and Israel striking cities across Iran, calling for its people to remove the regime.The RAF base Akrotiri has been hit by a suspected drone strike the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.People granted asylum in the UK will have their refugee status reviewed every 30 months, the home secretary is to announce today.The chaos in the Middle East has provided a distraction for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer following another difficult weekend when it comes to domestic politics.And finally - could Hearts be the first club since Sir Alex Ferguson's Aberdeen in 1985 to win the Scottish Premiership that was not Rangers or Celtic.Sophy and Wilf has the day's news in just 10 minutes.
The Green Party have won a historic victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election. What does it mean for Labour and ReformPakistan has declared an "open war" with its neighbour Afghanistan.Hillary Clinton has denied any knowledge about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes ahead of her husband, former US president Bill Clinton, testifying before Congress today.A massive study of the vegetarian diet has revealed some good news about its health benefits. And we've learned more about the effects of collagen.Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Content Warning: childbirth trauma & loss"Maternity and neonatal services in England are failing too many women" - that's the findings laid out in a report into the nation's maternity care.Jeffrey Epstein has appeared to blame the then-Prince Charles for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor losing his UK trade envoy job.Cuba says its forces have killed four Cuban nationals on a US-registered speedboat.Also today, polls open at 7am in the by-election for Gorton and Denton.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
President Donald Trump has made a record-breaking speech in the US - the longest in history… at one hour 48 minutes long.Peter Mandelson's lawyers say a 'baseless' suggestion prompted his arrest on Monday. Mandelson has denied any wrongdoing.From today, visitors will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation to enter Britain. What does it mean for dual nationals?And has spring sprung?Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Lord Mandelson spent around eight hours being questioned by police over alleged leaks of market-sensitive data to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.The UK's pledged millions more support for Ukraine, four years on from Russia's invasion.GPs are being given an incentive of £3,000 from the government to prescribe patients weight-loss jabs.And a baby boy's become the first child in the UK to be born to a mother who received a womb transplant from a deceased donor.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Billions of pounds are to be spent to help provide for children with educational special needs, which would see more children learning in mainstream rather than specialist schools.Blockades and violent protests have erupted across Mexico after the country's most wanted man, a kingpin drug lord, was killed in a military operation, with the help of the US.What do US President Donald Trump's fresh tariff threats mean for the UK and EU?And history is made at the Baftas.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
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