25 June 2026, in sixty words

GTA VI could generate more than $1 billion in revenue within the first hour of preorders going live, industry analyst Tom Henderson has predicted.

Denmark's government is examining whether it can legally ban the public broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer nationwide, immigration minister Morten Bødskov has said.

Decisions on taxes, growth and public services could be shaped by who takes charge of the Treasury in a possible new administration.

People and firms could see current budget rules continue if the Treasury team remains unchanged under a new prime minister.

Ordinary investors saw attention shift across Musk-linked firms as trading in the space company drew heavy interest and wider space shares fell after a long rise.

South East Water will enforce a temporary hosepipe ban for all Kent customers from 3 July, asking people to start abiding by it now.

Britain's political system seems stuck in a loop of replacing prime ministers, with seven in just over a decade, but the problem might not be the people themselves.

A man on a Jet2 flight from Cyprus to Manchester died on Tuesday after being restrained by fellow passengers and cabin crew.

Sadiq Khan is facing pressure over the lack of air conditioning on Tube trains, with no new systems added in nearly ten years.

Researchers at Adelaide University have developed new swarm robots, inspired by bees and ants, to make mining safer and more efficient.

Looking after your kidneys by eating well helps them filter waste, balance fluids, and regulate blood pressure.

Rapid psychosocial screening tools could help doctors spot mental health issues like anxiety and depression in cancer patients earlier.

Scientists think developing brain cells use their 'lineage' or cellular family tree as a map to organise themselves.

Scientists have found that when water is squeezed into nanoscale gaps, its chemical reactivity is mostly due to extreme pressure, not just being confined.

Authorities in the Dorset holiday resort report that individuals are using nitrous oxide with extreme frequency, leading to disruptive conduct.

A person has died and a child is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a train hit their car at a level crossing in Hoghton, Lancashire.

EasyJet has opened talks with US firm Castlelake, despite rejecting its fourth takeover offer of £4.9bn as too low.

Director Elaine May's experimental films like “Mikey and Nicky” have been getting the appreciation they deserve in recent years, decades after facing studio pushback and critical misunderstanding.

An elderly British woman has died while staying at a campsite in western France as extreme temperatures grip Europe.

Train services between Preston and Blackburn are facing cancellations due to an obstruction on the track.

The London Transport Museum in Covent Garden is getting a £26 million refurbishment, adding more gallery space and improving accessibility.

London Ambulance Service has put over 400 extra crews on the road this week as temperatures are expected to reach the high 30s.

EasyJet has opened discussions with US firm Castlelake, despite turning down its fourth takeover offer of £4.9 billion.

About 16 million people in the UK have high blood pressure, but up to five million don't know it, increasing their risk of heart problems.

Over a million London homes, plus many schools and hospitals, face a high risk of overheating, with the capital expecting two to three times more heatwaves soon.

The UK government is proposing a new law to ban “conversion practices” across England and Wales, with jail time of up to five years.

Google is rolling out new privacy settings globally that let it use your Search history, including images, audio, and video, to train its AI models.

Gold prices dipped below $4,000 an ounce this week, and silver is also feeling the squeeze, down nearly 20% this year.

Scientists found adding a precise amount of one amino acid to a low-protein, plant-based diet made mice healthier for longer.

Families across the UK will pay less tax on meals and days out from Thursday, as a new VAT cut from 20% to 5% begins.

It's a historic moment for Curacao, the smallest nation ever to qualify for the tournament.

An allegation has been made to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regarding Nigel Farage, suggesting his public endorsement of cryptocurrencies might have served the interests of a billionaire benefactor.

Record-breaking heat across western Europe has caused widespread disruption, including power outages in France.

West Ham's schedule for the 2026-27 Championship season has been released.

Global oil prices have dropped significantly, returning to where they were before the Iran war began on 28 February, as shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz slowly recovers.

Anthropic, a U.S.-based artificial intelligence company, alleges that the Chinese firm Alibaba "brazenly" appropriated the capabilities of its Claude AI model, referring to this as the most extensive extraction operation of its kind.

The BBC continues to broadcast Wimbledon free-to-air across its platforms.

It is currently unverified if London has more schools on the World's Best School prize shortlist than any other city globally, or if more than one institution from London made the cut.

The highly anticipated game GTA 6 will cost £69.99 in the UK, which is £10 more than other top games.

Vladimir Putin is now calling for peace talks with Ukraine because Russia is losing the war, with its oil refineries burning and military logistics chains breaking.

Record-breaking temperatures have caused more than 1,200 schools across the UK to close or offer early pick-ups.

Work has commenced on the United Kingdom's novel national supercomputer, an endeavor valued at £750 million, anticipated to rank among the world's most potent upon its completion next year.

Scotland's men's team suffered a 3-0 defeat against Brazil, placing their World Cup aspirations in serious jeopardy following two consecutive losses.

A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast on Thursday morning, mildly shaking Tokyo, but thankfully there's no tsunami risk.

Google's John Mueller has clarified how impressions are counted in its new Search Console generative AI report, which is being tested in the UK.

Researchers at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln have secured new US Army and Air Force funding to study a black fungus that thrives in harsh places.

Australia became the first country to ban under-16s from social media in December 2025, but a new study found the law hasn't stopped kids using it.

Rumours are swirling that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding could be at Madison Square Garden on July 3.

London Underground carriages reached almost 40C on Wednesday, making commutes "hellish" for passengers during the record-breaking June heatwave.

Donald Trump shared his thoughts on Andy Burnham, the likely next Labour leader, calling him "extremely liberal" and suggesting he won't open up the North Sea for oil.

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency on Wednesday after two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, hit near the capital Caracas.

Australia's World Cup hopes hang on their final group game against Paraguay, with changes expected to the lineup.

A European Space Agency telescope has captured over 60 million stars at the Milky Way's centre, making it the biggest and most detailed visible light image ever.

Elon Musk briefly hit a trillion-dollar fortune earlier this month but has now fallen back below that mark.

New obesity diagnoses are increasing most rapidly in younger adults in England, especially those in their 20s and 30s.

The White House has asked US lawmakers to approve about £66.5bn, mostly for the ongoing war with Iran.

England secured their spot in the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals with a 38-run victory over West Indies.

Among the strongest to strike Venezuela in a century, the quakes collapsed buildings in Caracas, with rescuers searching the rubble.

The Scots came needing a result to chase a first-ever knockout place, but Brazil were simply too good in Miami.

The shallow quake brought down buildings in Caracas and triggered tsunami warnings across the southern Caribbean, with injuries reported in the capital.

Sweden's impressive five-goal win against Tunisia has highlighted their strong attacking players, making them a serious threat.