9 July 2026, in sixty words

Kylian Mbappe scored one goal and set up another as France beat Morocco 2-0 in Boston to reach the World Cup semi-finals, repeating the scoreline of their 2022 meeting.

Meta's new AI tool, Muse Image, has drawn criticism because it can generate images by utilising public Instagram profile pictures without obtaining explicit consent.

OpenAI launched its newest advanced AI model, ChatGPT 5.6, on Thursday after the US government raised cybersecurity concerns.

Andy Burnham has taken a tougher line on Israel, saying the UK would consider further sanctions over the violence in Gaza and measures to ban trade in goods from illegal settlements.

Karolina Muchova edged Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 in a nerve-shredding deciding tie-break to reach her first Wimbledon final.

Labour and the Conservatives will not field candidates in the Clacton by-election caused by Nigel Farage resigning his seat over a donations row.

Erling Haaland has playfully urged journalists to put every bit of pressure on England ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final in Miami.

Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming prime minister after 322 of Labour's 403 MPs backed him on the day leadership nominations opened.

The new Little House on the Prairie series, now streaming on Netflix, is a modern take on the classic story.

More workers could lose their jobs as demand stays weak and firms face tougher trading conditions.

Some of the UK's leading research facilities are set to reduce their project scope, following an announcement from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) that it will save over £160 million.

Fans will see a historic match at cricket's best-known ground.

Investors faced weaker share prices as worries about the Middle East and a sharp drop in a major drug company weighed on the market.

As UK summers get hotter, more households are looking into air conditioning to keep cool.

Investors are worried about extra costs and a long wait before the sale is finished.

People across the region face rising military tension after reported missile exchanges involving Jordan and United States facilities.

Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner are set to play their Wimbledon semi-final on Centre Court from around 5pm BST today.

People and businesses could face bigger currency price changes as trading in sterling becomes more unsettled.

Police plans to use new software could stay delayed while the legal case continues.

People linked to a long-running business deal could see a court fight over disputed payments.

Nominations have opened for the next Labour leader, but Andy Burnham is currently the only candidate running.

FIFA banned two US national team officials from Monday's World Cup game against Belgium, a match the US ultimately lost 4-1.

Following the extension of a ceasefire last month, the most intense exchange of fire occurred when America launched airstrikes in Iran, killing at least 14 people, which prompted Iran to strike nations in the Gulf.

America announced Sh1.9 billion in funding on Thursday to help Kenya prepare for potential Ebola outbreaks.

Prince Harry visited Birmingham Children's Hospital on Thursday, meeting patients and staff to celebrate 20 years of the WellChild specialist nursing programme.

According to royal commentators, Prince Harry's challenging security situation garnered minimal familial support, reportedly bringing him to the brink of tears.

FIFA has strongly rejected claims by Egypt's football association that their World Cup match against Argentina was "clearly rigged".

UK employers are checking their bonus and incentive structures because the legal limit on unfair dismissal payouts ends from 1 January 2027.

Meta's plan is to significantly increase its total computing capacity to 14 gigawatts by next year.

Olivia kept its top spot for girls' names for the tenth year, while Muhammad topped the boys' list for the third year running in England and Wales.

Explosions occurred in Iran's Bushehr province, where the country's nuclear power plant complex is located, following US military strikes, according to reports from Iranian state media.

The by-election in Clacton was officially initiated following the resignation of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage from his parliamentary seat.

More than 100,000 people with ADHD now claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a 40% rise since 2020.

More than 3,800 people have now died in Venezuela after two strong earthquakes struck the country on June 24, causing widespread damage.

Dozens of European Parliament lawmakers are seeking an investigation into FIFA boss Gianni Infantino after he lifted a red card suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun.

England batter Tammy Beaumont, 35, has announced her retirement from international cricket, with her final appearance being the Test match versus India, commencing on Friday.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, killed in a US-Israeli attack in February, will be buried on Thursday in Mashhad, his hometown.

Russia is installing powerful jamming systems to disrupt Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet, trying to stop Ukraine's drone attacks.

Public safety became part of a political row after criticism over a World Cup scheduling decision.

Ismael Saibari, a crucial player for Morocco, is unavailable for their World Cup quarter-final match against France on Thursday.

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced the end of the US-Iran ceasefire, leading to an increase in global oil prices and a decline in stock markets.

Pet owners could face lower treatment costs if the proposals become law.

More than a quarter of British adults are reducing their meat intake, with 28% actively buying less.

New research suggests that creatine, a popular athletic supplement, could aid the immune system in combating cancer.

Manchester United has announced the proposed site for its new 100,000-seater stadium, located about 350 metres north-west of their current ground.

Bonnie Tyler, famous for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', has died at 75 after emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal.

The US military launched attacks on 170 Iranian targets across two nights, with the objective of reducing Iran's capacity to target commercial vessels.

Nominations for the 2026 Emmy awards have been revealed across several key categories.

Pop star Harry Styles received a prestigious Gold Blue Peter Badge for his music career and for inspiring young people.

The Apple iPod has won the "Biggest Product in T3’s Lifetime" award as the magazine celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Michael Olise, born and raised in England, now represents France because they contacted him first for their under-18s team.

Ireland's transport developer TII bought a key site on O'Connell Street in Dublin from Hammerson for about €80 million for the MetroLink railway.

The fragile June ceasefire between Iran and the US now looks close to collapse.

Great Britain's energy system operator warned that "extreme temperatures" might affect electricity supplies on Thursday night.

The UK housing market saw a slight improvement last month, though surveyors and estate agents say sentiment is still "fragile".

OpenAI has introduced GPT-Live, an advanced set of voice models for ChatGPT designed to enhance the naturalness of AI conversations.

The Home Secretary intends to modify the 1971 Immigration Act, enabling the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, who was the ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang and has since been released.

Donald Trump asserted on Wednesday that Iran continues to view him as an assassination target, declaring himself their "No.

Donald Trump has once more issued a threat to seize Kharg Island, a location responsible for approximately 90 percent of Iran's crude oil exports.

People taking antidepressants say hot weather leaves them feeling exhausted and agitated, struggling to function normally.

Lloyds Bank customers are facing charges due to a 'super common' banking problem, according to consumer champion Martin Lewis.

Emergency services have rushed to a large fire engulfing a historic building in Edinburgh city centre.

Thames Water is experiencing multiple issues across its network in London and the home counties.

Charlie Nunn, CEO of Lloyds Banking Group, advises that a crucial method for accumulating savings involves regularly setting aside money automatically.

A Hamilton accountant has been charged with allegedly stealing over $1.3 million from three clients after offering them investment opportunities.

Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that the "era of bullying and extortion is over".

Early on Thursday, the United States conducted fresh airstrikes against Iran, prompting Tehran to direct its attacks towards Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar.

Sexually transmitted shigella, a gut infection, is seeing its case numbers grow at double the rate of other strains.

Repairing electric vehicles is approximately 30% more expensive and requires 14% more time compared with petrol or diesel models.

Russia prohibited diesel exports on Wednesday to support its domestic fuel market.

America's ceasefire with Iran seems to be over, with President Trump threatening to hit civilian infrastructure and seize Kharg Island, which has oil facilities.

Elon Musk's rocket and AI company, SpaceX, joined the Nasdaq 100 index after the exchange changed rules for fast-tracking new large-cap listings.