10 July 2026, in sixty words

Disney Plus might offer some of its shows and films for free, according to a Business Insider report.

New cancer cases worldwide are projected to rise from around 20.6 million a year to nearly 35 million by 2050, the World Health Organization said in a new global report.

Spain reached their first World Cup semi-final since winning the tournament in 2010, beating Belgium 2-1 with a goal two minutes from time in Los Angeles.

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the AI company stole its intellectual property to develop its own consumer hardware.

Family ties came into focus after a private gathering brought close relatives together in Britain.

Google Photos has launched Video Remix, a new AI tool that transforms ordinary video clips into stylised creations with just a few taps.

People across Britain will see daylight fade and temperatures drop slightly during an evening partial eclipse.

Court proceedings ended with Micheal Ward being found not guilty on every charge after a unanimous jury decision.

Chelsea had good news as 18 players began pre-season training on Thursday under new manager Xabi Alonso.

Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill has attracted the attention of Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Ipswich Town.

OpenAI is discontinuing its Atlas AI browser, which launched in October 2025, moving its features into an updated Chrome extension.

More smaller businesses could qualify for government-backed borrowing under planned rule changes.

Lady Justice Cockerill ruled most engine software examined did not count as banned emissions cheating devices, although some Mercedes and Peugeot-Citroën systems could.

Claude Cowork is expanding to mobile and web, allowing users to access their AI sessions and files across different devices.

Police arrested a man on suspicion of murder after launching an investigation into the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe.

A new study suggests that about half of all long social media posts are now either fully or partly written by AI, especially on LinkedIn and X.

England's quarter-final is expected to give pubs about £25 million in extra sales, according to the British Beer and Pub Association.

A report indicates Apple is considering PrismML's technology for operating substantially larger AI models on iPhones.

People with information are being urged to contact police as officers try to arrest a suspect described as dangerous.

South Korean chip maker SK Hynix secured $26.5 billion through its New York share offering, which became the largest listing ever achieved by a foreign company in the US.

People in key seats could hear Labour's message directly before the next general election.

The Ministry of Defence has signed a new £2 billion contract for an AI-based training system to prepare soldiers for rapidly evolving battlefields.

Banking and insurance customers could face fewer problems if major technology failures happen.

People facing removal can again challenge decisions about trafficking claims before leaving Britain.

Police have launched a murder investigation into the death of former minister Ann Widdecombe, who was found with serious injuries at her home on Dartmoor in Devon.

People could see fewer fraudulent adverts online if the proposed rules become law.

Possible changes to the missile deal could affect sanctions discussions between Turkey and the United States.

People facing higher fuel costs could see further diplomatic efforts after fighting affected worldwide energy supplies.

Earlier shortages after the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted companies worldwide, including China’s growing AI chip industry, where helium helps cool semiconductor production.

Harry spent Wednesday at Birmingham’s one-year countdown to the 2027 Invictus Games, chatting with supporters and taking part in activities with Alison Hammond.

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds is devising plans to compel water companies to maintain their debt under specified thresholds, or else incur legal penalties.

The Boeing 737 returned to Thessaloniki after a cabin window came loose at about 20,000ft, causing a sudden loss of cabin pressure.

King Charles and Queen Camilla officially declare Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games open on July 23 at The Hydro.

The German carmaker says it will focus on its most profitable vehicles as higher costs, tariffs and tougher competition squeeze the business.

Sterling climbed to about $1.345, its strongest level in nearly a month, and also reached a one-year high against the euro.

UAE telecoms group e& agreed to sell its 16.2% Vodafone stake for about $5.9bn, with the deal priced at a premium to the previous closing share price.

A cash machine was reportedly ripped from the Tesco Superstore in Bourne using a JCB telehandler in the early hours of Friday, July 10.

Heathrow was almost overtaken as Europe's busiest airport in May, with only 3,012 more passengers than Istanbul.

The Shell Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car, an advanced electric vehicle, achieves a battery charge from 10% to 80% in just ten minutes.

The new Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake, Resynced, has seen its Steam user reviews drop to 'Mixed'.

England's chief medical officer, Professor Sir Chris Whitty, has warned that prolonged sitting, especially when working from home, can be bad for your health.

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy expressed her conviction that a Labour administration under Andy Burnham's leadership would adopt a more rapid and decisive strategy.

Due to an extremely contagious form of the skin condition known as crusted scabies, a ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen has been shut down.

Richard Scatchard, a convicted sex offender, killed his girlfriend Kelly Faiers in October 2023 after coercing her to take too many sleeping tablets.

Ann Widdecombe, the former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman, has died at the age of 78.

Commuters in the West Midlands encountered significant rail disruption on Friday, following a train fire which necessitated the clearing of Birmingham New Street station.

New polling from YouGov suggests more than 50% of people view Nigel Farage as "very sleazy", a far worse score than other party leaders.

A 49-year-old man died on Thursday night after struggling in Sykes Reservoir at Alexandra Park, Stockport.

The Bayeux Tapestry has made the journey under police escort from northern France.

The EU says Meta's "addictive" designs, like infinite scroll and autoplay, don't properly consider user well-being, especially for minors.

Fidji Simo, OpenAI's chief executive of AGI deployment, is leaving her full-time role to become a part-time adviser after taking a monthslong medical leave.

Microsoft's carbon emissions increased by 25% in 2025, reaching 20 million metric tons, mainly due to building new data centres.

Wales's deputy minister for social care, mental health and women’s health has announced plans to improve access to social care and provide same-day mental health support.

The NHS is facing a "summer onslaught" as A&E departments experienced their busiest month on record in June, with average daily attendances exceeding 80,000 for the first time ever.

Netflix is exploring adding live channels and streaming bundles to its service, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Manchester United reportedly have agreements for two midfield arrivals, with Ederson of Atalanta expecting a second medical soon.

Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi's World Cup run has ended, but he's cemented himself as a top young talent, attracting interest from major European clubs.

Conor McGregor, 37, plans to “destroy” Max Holloway in their UFC 329 fight on Saturday night, despite not fighting in five years.

France's captain Kylian Mbappe has set new scoring records at the World Cup, including becoming his country's all-time top goal scorer with 64 goals.

Steel rails in direct sun run far hotter than the air, and hot steel can bend, so operators slow trains to stop tracks buckling.

The pull is strategic: an Arctic foothold and keeping rivals out, justified with a claim fact-checkers call false.

For buyers, mortgage deals have eased from their spring highs; for sellers, prices are finally creeping up rather than slipping.

It means the heat is a health matter, not just a sunny spell, with the vulnerable and elderly most at risk.

First, the danger is real: Norway knocked out Brazil in the last 16, the tournament's biggest shock.

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Former footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes Lionel Messi's critics have a double standard, ignoring a clear handball in the build-up to Kylian Mbappé's goal against Morocco.

Jude Bellingham is hitting new heights for England at the World Cup, scoring four goals in five games, thanks to tactical changes by coach Thomas Tuchel.

Bookmakers' favourite Spain, with their record of six consecutive clean sheets, will tackle a Belgium team fresh from beating co-hosts USA.

Brazilian players Vinicius Jr and Endrick will return to Real Madrid's pre-season by July 28, earlier than expected.

NATO's recent summit in Ankara was a missed chance to address critical issues, according to some observers.

Big transfer news is breaking with Arsenal reportedly agreeing personal terms with Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes for a five-year deal.

Nico O'Reilly believes Erling Haaland is using "mind games" by calling England clear favourites for their World Cup quarterfinal against Norway.

Following a second night of US military strikes, Iran initiated missile and drone assaults against Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan on Thursday.

AI data centres are hoovering up the world's memory chips, and that shortage is now landing on shop shelves.

A June executive order means the most powerful AI models now get a government once-over before the public sees them.

Resetting the meters lets heavy users start afresh, a nudge to stay just as rivals launch.

The boycott is a gamble that an easy win means nothing, denying Farage the establishment fight he wants.

Anthropic has appointed Ben Bernanke, former chair of the US Federal Reserve, to its Long-Term Benefit Trust, an oversight body.

Multiple explosions were reported across Iran on Thursday, including near a nuclear plant and the cities of Choghadak and Konarak.

Sir Nick Clegg, who previously served as Deputy Prime Minister, has described Brexit as a "self-inflicted punch in the face" which he feels diminished Britain's wealth, strength, and independence.

Major train disruption is expected at Liverpool Lime Street all day Friday due to severe weather, with temperatures set to exceed 30C.

Apollo offered 714p a share, beating Castlelake’s 690p proposal and valuing the airline at an 80% premium to its share price before takeover interest emerged.

UNESCO said 113 developing countries spent more repaying foreign debt than funding education in 2025, with sub-Saharan African nations paying 3.6 times more.

New analysis indicates that the quantity of new housing developments being introduced to the market has reached its lowest point since January 2017.

A new study looks at a controversial technique called "marine cloud brightening" to reduce the intense heat and fires caused by severe El Niño events.

Scientists have identified a new exoplanet, NGTS-38, which exceeds Jupiter's size by approximately 8% and is almost five times heavier.

A new Australian trial has found the MenB vaccine, offered to at-risk men in the UK since August 2025, does not prevent gonorrhoea infections.

Safer streets could mean fewer serious attacks for communities.

People could see more market uncertainty as fighting has affected energy shipments through a key sea route, with Brent crude remaining at $76.

Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet will accompany Meghan Markle to the UK this week, where they are scheduled to participate in private family events with Prince Harry.

Huw Pill, the Bank of England's chief economist, believes interest rates might need to go up this year to help keep rising prices under control.

Around 350,000 people are now under hosepipe bans, with Cambridge Water starting its ban on Friday for the first time in over 30 years.

Norway striker Erling Haaland believes England are clear favourites for their World Cup quarter-final.

The Metropolitan Police are examining two donations, each for £250,000, given to Reform UK in May 2024 by Fiona Cottrell.

Air travellers will see new airport branding, although daily services will stay the same.

Fifteen towns, including Basildon, Birkenhead, and Grimsby, are in the running to become the UK's first Town of Culture in 2028.

People who followed British politics and television have lost a well-known public figure.

Andy Burnham, a potential future Prime Minister, promised to deport Shabir Ahmed, the released leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, stating he would "stop at nothing." Ahmed, a former dual British-Pakistani national, has been stripped of his British citizenship and renounced his Pakistani one, making him stateless.

Britain is enduring another day of 35C temperatures, with the heatwave expected to last until late next week.

New UK-wide proposals aim to stop young people from being tempted by vapes through plainer packaging and less appealing flavour descriptions.

Nigel Farage's choice to trigger an optional byelection gives opponents weeks to repeat claims about his finances.

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has criticised Andy Burnham's proposal to establish a "No 10 North" in Manchester, arguing it risks overlooking communities outside major cities.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will announce a new "skills compact" for the City, committing financial firms to retrain thousands of workers for the AI revolution.

The man behind satirical candidate Count Binface is comedian Jon Harvey, who uses the character to keep the spirit of his older brother Dan alive.

A government minister's review concluded that disability benefits, including Personal Independence Payments, require significant reform as they are no longer suitable for their intended use.

Ilfracombe in north Devon has made the 15-town shortlist for the UK Town of Culture contest, beating almost 400 other entries.

Restore Britain leader Rupert Lowe drew heavy criticism for characterising the 1996 Dunblane shooting, an event in which 16 children and their teacher died, as "one murder" during an interview with podcaster Joe Rogan.

Increasingly, women are choosing to have children later in life, driven by careers, education, or financial stability.

A study of more than 91,000 adults followed for over 12 years found that each extra hour of uninterrupted sitting was linked to a 9% higher risk of dying from cancer.

Scientists found a special chemical fingerprint in the blood of people over 100, which links to healthier, longer lives.

Liv McCaul, a 25-year-old business owner from North Benfleet, had her bladder removed due to severe damage from a 15g-a-day ketamine habit.

People faced disruption after violence left an officer injured and traffic blocked.

Dr Susan Michaelis, a Horsham advocate for lobular breast cancer patients, would have been disappointed that research funding had not been allocated a year after her death, according to her husband.

An adult with an underlying health problem has died from measles, the third UK fatality in a month.

A new procedure using high-powered sound waves could treat a rare condition in identical twin pregnancies, a study found.

Veteran radio presenter Paul Gambaccini, 77, shared he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in early 2025.

Families have lost loved ones and dozens of residents left their homes after a fast-moving fire spread through southern Spain.

Intelligence shared by Israel reportedly suggested Iran was planning to assassinate Donald Trump, according to the Wall Street Journal.