Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost
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.
Ukraine gives UK access to 'Avengers AI Labs' | Police arrest 12 over deadly A66 crash | US to unleash 'economic D-Day' on Iran
Anna Jones and Gareth Barlow have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham in Ukraine | Tributes paid to police officers killed in crash | Trump lashes out at Canada
Andy Burnham is in Ukraine today for his first foreign visit as prime minister - and will say that the UK will share the blueprints with Kyiv to produce long-range missiles.
A fundraiser for the families of two police officers killed in a collision that left five others dead has raised more than £220,000.
Donald Trump has said “Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!!” in his first public comments since trade talks with the country collapsed.
Sky News’ US correspondent James Matthews tracked down the man tipped to replace Gianni...
Harry and Meghan are back | Hopes for skin cancer vaccine
Prince Harry and Meghan will be returning to the UK this month after spending six years in the US.
Also today, a potential vaccine for skin cancer patients and the latest on the 'mushroom murderer' appeal case in Australia.
And finally, cinemas consider a ban on Meta glasses.
Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
No 10 North to oversee economic growth | Zelenskyy faces calls for election
The newly established No 10 North has had its first major development, as the prime minister has said it will take responsibility for economic growth from the Treasury.
Also today, Queen Camilla speaks for the first time about the King’s cancer diagnosis, President Zelenskyy comes under pressure to hold elections, and three people die after getting into trouble in Shoreham-by-Sea.
And finally, a new study claims the Isles of Scilly is the friendliest place in the UK to live.
Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Russia: UK will pay for supporting Ukraine | FIFA sacks Infantino critic
Russia has threatened the UK with 'consequences' after reports British drones have been used to strike targets deep into its mainland. Moscow has accused Britain of "opting for an escalation of the Ukraine crisis".
A new report says children referred to the government's anti-terror programme are finding "closed doors and dead ends".
Plus, FIFA's chief operating officer has been sacked after criticising Gianni Infantino's World Cup investment plans.
Anna and Gareth have the headlines you need to know, in just 10 minutes.
Wildfires in Wales | Actress Hayden Panettiere dies
Huge wildfires are still burning across Wales, with the Ministry of Defence deploying military personnel to help.
Reform UK says it will replace the disability payments system, PIP, if it gets into government. It is setting out its full plans to cut £50bn from the benefits bill later today.
Plus, US actress Hayden Panettiere - best known for her roles in the TV series Heroes and Nashville - has died aged 36.
Anna Jones and Rob Powell have all the headlines you need to know today, in just 10 minutes.
Burnham urges against BBQs | Zero-hours contract ban backlash
Millions of people across the United Kingdom and Europe are thought to have watched yesterday’s dramatic solar eclipse - but where was best to watch it?
Also today, Andy Burnham has urged shops to stop selling disposable barbecues amid the latest summer heatwave.
And retailers have warned that a ban on zero-hours contracts risks inflicting a "hammer blow to young people's job prospects".
Anna and Gareth have the day's news.
Best solar eclipse in decades | Asylum hotels closed
Britain is set for the best solar eclipse in decades tonight - so what do you need to know about it?
The UK is on course to record its warmest summer on record for mean temperature, according to provisional statistics from the Met Office.
Also today, Andy Burnham has suggested wealthier areas of the UK should house more asylum seekers.
And Donald Trump confirms reports that he secretly left Turkey by switching planes via a catering container following an apparent threat of attack by Iran.
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Heat health alerts begin across England | Jeff Bezos consortium nears Liverpool deal
Andy Burnham explores different ways to keep PC Andrew Harper's killers behind bars when the early release scheme comes into effect.
Amber heat-health alerts come into force across most of England as temperatures start to climb again at the start of the summer's latest heatwave.
Also today, Colombia has been hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years, killing over 130 people.
And finally, a consortium including Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is nearing a deal to buy a stake in Premier League club Liverpool.
<...Burnham to start national tour | Netanyahu rejects Trump's Board of Peace plan
Andy Burnham is set to start a national tour to hear people's concerns over the cost of living.
Also today, Benjamin Netanyahu rejects a 15-point plan for Gaza by Donald Trump's Board of Peace.
And finally, a suspected crime boss faces a court in Dublin after being extradited from Dubai.
Anna and Rob have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Infantino fights on | Badenoch hires ex neo-Nazi
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is fighting to retain his position and has issued a public apology over plans to sell part of the World Cup.
Tory party leader Kemi Badenoch gives an ex neo-Nazi an advisory role. And, a Cambridge professor has been forced to resign over plagiarism accusations.
Plus - what three things could help keep Dementia at bay?
Kamali Melbourne and Gareth Barlow have all you need to know today, in just 10 minutes.
Russia strikes Ukraine hard overnight | Miliband heads to the US
Kyiv has been under fire overnight, with two people confirmed dead and at least 21 injured.
Also today, newly appointed Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband will make his first visit to the US to meet with Trump officials, and a SpaceX rocket is set to crash into the moon.
And finally, Gianni Infantino is to face crisis talks at FIFA.
Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
PM changes early prison release scheme | France hits back at Reform UK
People jailed for rape, serious child sex offences and grooming will be excluded from the upcoming early release scheme.
Also today, Trump warns Iran this is its “last chance” to make a deal, France responds to Reform UK’s small boats plan, and two people have died from "explosive diarrhoea" in the United States.
And finally, negotiations for Barbie 2 stall.
Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Pressure growing on FIFA boss | Farmers issue food shortage warning | Commonwealth Games closing ceremony
Anna Jones and Gareth Barlow have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Investment in nuclear submarines | Half the UK in drought
Andy Burnham is set to announce an £8.4 billion investment in the production of the next generation of nuclear submarines.
Also today, A major incident has been declared in Suffolk after a large wildfire broke out amid drought conditions.
Plus FIFA president Gianni Infantino defends private investment plans.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham pushes social care reform | Village cricket goes viral
Andy Burnham has invited the leaders of the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats to join him for talks on reforming social care in England.
Also today, FIFA faces backlash over plans to sell commercial rights to its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors.
Plus, local cricket has gone viral after a video catches a player 'cheating'.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham education changes | Polanski referred to police
There are plenty of updates from the new government, as Andy Burnham says technical training will be valued as much as academia for youngsters, and rules out abolishing stamp duty.
Also today, latest on the wildfires in Spain and France, and Green Party leader Zack Polanski is referred to police.
And finally, Tottenham makes history as the first Premier League club to charge £90 for a replica home shirt.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Wildfires ravage Europe | Burnham to call early election?
Over 300,000 people have been evacuated in France and Spain as wildfires spread.
Also today, could Andy Burnham be looking to call an early election later this year? He hosts Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy today.
President Trump pauses strikes against Iran to "give talks some space".
And finally, The Odyssey leads to more people wanting to study Greek.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham in Number 10 North | New Trump tariffs
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will spend his first day in the new Number 10 North today, as he hosts a meeting of the National Economic Council.
Also today, President Trump introduces new tariffs on 60 countries, the UK responds to threats from Iran, and a famous tailor sues for £550,000 after his wine goes "mouldy".
Anna and Amanda have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Tax cuts for pubs and clubs | Gary Lineker calls for wealth tax
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues.
Burnham has also faced calls to introduce a wealth tax by famous faces including Gary Lineker, and to pause the early release scheme from prison.
Also today, a date is set for former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro’s trial in the US, and airport drop-off fees rise by a third.
Leah and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham's "cost of living government" | Zelenskyy sacks head of armed forces
In his first day as prime minister, Burnham promised to lead a "cost of living government”, but one of his early efforts to deal with the cost of living crisis has already come under scrutiny.
Also today, President Zelenskyy sacks his armed forces chief days after his defence minister is dismissed, and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has asked for more money from Congress for the Iran war, admitting that it’s cost more than previous estimates.
And finally, are shorts ever acceptable in the office? The debate has intensified in Japan as politicians in T...
Burnham cuts tax on electricity bills | Newcastle legend Keegan dies
Britain has a new prime minister, with Andy Burnham officially entering Number 10 yesterday.
He has announced electricity bills will be cut, funded by the cancellation of the digital ID programme.
We also found out who has been picked for the top jobs in his cabinet, with John Healey picked as chancellor, as Wes Streeting became defence secretary and Angela Rayner made a return too.
Also today, a man is charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, the latest on the Iran war, and the Tate brothers appear in court in Miami.
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World Cup win for Spain | New PM for UK
There's a new World Cup winner and soon a new prime minister.
Spain are the new winners of the trophy, after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time.
While Andy Burnham collects the keys for No.10 later - he'll use his first speech as prime minister to promise 'more breathing room' on the cost of living crisis and a more 'stable and responsible' politics.
Plus, Odyssey has had an epic weekend at the Box Office, already bringing in almost £200m worldwide.
Anna Jones and Lucy McDaid discuss what news you need to k...
Burnham to become Labour leader | Tuchel blames England team's 'DNA' | Trump accuses China of election interference
Andy Burnham will become Labour leader today ahead of replacing Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister next week.
Days after England’s bruising semi-final defeat to their bitter rivals Argentina, Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel has blamed the loss on something in his team’s “DNA”.
Donald Trump has returned to one of his favourite topics - election interference - after accusing China of helping Joe Biden to defeat him in the 2020 presidential race.
Spare a thought for teenagers who like scrolling through social media while sipping energy drinks.
Weeks after it was a...
England's World Cup heartbreak | Starmer's emotional farewell | Summer childcare costs rise
Kamali Melbourne and Mhari Aurora have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
England to face Argentina | Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' | T-Rex fossil sells for over $50m
England are preparing for the latest chapter in their heated rivalry with Argentina - as the two countries face each other in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta tonight.
Police are exploring whether Ann Widdecombe’s last TV appearance on the day of her death formed part of the motive for the attack.
Trump has backed down on a proposed 20% toll on ships using the Strait of Hormuz but a US blockade of Iranian ports has restarted.
Meanwhile, the government has announced plans for an overnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds.
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Widdecombe death investigated as terror-related | UK in grip of 'firewave' | France to face Spain in World Cup semi-final
Counter-terror police are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe after saying “new information and evidence came to light”.
The US has carried out strikes on Iran for the third night in a row - while the UAE says at least one crew member died after Iran hit tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Scientists and environmentalists have said the UK is in the grip of a “firewave” as the heatwave provides perfect conditions for wildfires.
Meanwhile, Andy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the next prime minister with 349 Labour M...
Widdecombe murder arrest | England to face Argentina | UK heatwave warnings
Sopy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Burnham 1 MP away from being PM | New vaping rules
Andy Burnham is on the cusp of becoming the next prime minister after he secured the support of 322 Labour MPs on the first day of the nomination process.
Also today, the latest on the Iran war, plans for new vaping regulations and a hosepipe ban.
And finally, England football coach Thomas Tuchel is said to be frustrated by FIFA upgrading Jarell Quansah’s suspension from one match to two.
Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Grooming gang law change | Fery-tale continues at Wimbledon
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes overnight, and more donations to Reform UK are being investigated by authorities.
Also today, the home secretary is set to change the law so the freed ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang can be deported.
And finally, Arthur Fery is into the Wimbledon semi-finals after a convincing three set victory against ninth seed Flavio Cobolli.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Strikes in Strait of Hormuz | Farage triggers by-election
The US has confirmed it’s hit more than 80 Iranian targets overnight after three commercial vessels were allegedly hit by Iran in the Strait.
Iran’s military said it would deliver a “crushing response”- and it has done just that, targeting 85 American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait.
Also today- Nigel Farage resigns as an MP, triggering a by-election and Prince Harry loses his court case.
And finally, Lionel Messi helps rescue Argentina as they secure a comeback victory to make the World Cup quarter-finals.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's ne...
Farage financial scrutiny | Fery Wimbledon success
It’s another day of pressure for Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, over his financial affairs, with focus on benefits he received from George Cottrell, a convicted criminal and crypto-gambler.
Also today- Fifa’s decision to allow Folarin Balogun to play for the USA after a phone call between Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino overshadows last night’s action on the pitch.
Sir Keir Starmer will arrive in Turkey today for a Nato summit, and MPs are calling for the government to scrap the freeze on the student loan repayment threshold at the next budget.
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England through to World Cup quarter finals - what happened?
England are one step closer to bringing football home after beating Mexico 3-2 in their World Cup last-16 clash.
If you're just waking up, don't worry - Sophy and Wilf walk through everything that happened in the dramatic game.
They also have the day's other news including fresh allegations facing Nigel Farage - that he failed to declare financial support given to him by a convicted criminal.
Plus, the week-long state funeral proceedings have begun for Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Burnham makes manifesto pledge | Pubs to stay open for World Cup
Andy Burnham has said he will stick to Labour's 2024 manifesto and the promises it made, but believes there's "room for movement on tax".
Two teenage boys have had their sentences for rape increased after they were found to be "unduly lenient" by the Court of Appeal.
Also today... the NHS is going to launch a "marathon a month" challenge, asking people to walk for around 30 minutes a day.
And finally, pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday, allowing football fans to watch the...
England World Cup win | NHS under pressure with UK-US trade deal
England are through to the Round of 16 in the Football World Cup.
Also today… The Court of Appeal to review sentences for three teenage boys spared custody for rape charges, NHS put under pressure because of UK-US trade deal which could lead to over 200,000 avoidable excess deaths.
And finally, could another heatwave hit the UK next week?
Sophy and Matt have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
£4.7 billion black hole in defence | Trump’s crypto billions | Serena Williams out of Wimbledon
Funding for the armed forces is set to rise by £15 billion over the next four years- but the Treasury has confirmed that only £10.3 billion of that has been costed for.
Also today… Trump has made more than $1bn last year from business dealings in cryptocurrency, the energy price cap rises, and a Jamaican delegation will travel to the UK seeking slavery reparations from Britain.
And finally, tennis legend Serena Williams has been knocked out of Wimbledon in her first Grand Slam appearance since 2022.
Sophy and Matt have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Defence Investment Plan wait is over | Maternity commissioner | World Cup penalty shootouts
The delayed defence investment plan is due to be published later after wranglings over spending.
A national maternity commissioner's to be appointed in England, to reduce harm to families from repeated failures in NHS care.
The Home Secretary’s announced a new ‘student loan’ style system for asylum seekers to pay towards the cost of accommodation.
And it’s all to play for at the World Cup - Germany have been knocked out of the tournament.
Sophy and WIlf have all the day’s news in 10 minu
What might the UK look like under Andy Burnham? | Defence investment plans | Ben Stokes' shock retirement
Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news in 10 minutes.
Tens of thousands missing in Venezuela | King publishes tax returns | 5,000 prisoners to be released early
At least 235 have been killed by two earthquakes which hit Venezuela within a minute of each other.
Tens of thousands have been reported missing- meaning the death toll could be a lot higher.
Also today, in an effort to increase transparency, the King has become the first monarch to release his tax returns.
And the red heat warning has been extended in some parts of England to 9PM.
The Ministry of Justice has warned that it could take 300 years for the UK to deal with the backlog of criminal court cases...
Venezuela earthquakes | June heat record broken | Wimbledon tennis strike
A state of emergency has been declared in Venezuela after two earthquakes have hit the capital city, Caracas.
Authorities are yet to provide a figure for the number of deaths or injuries caused by the quakes- but it is reported that there will be “high casualties and extensive damage”.
Also today… the June heat record is broken in the UK, Andy Burnham plans to move some of Number 10 operations to the North, and an update on the Bedfordshire train crash.
And finally, in the world of sport- a strike at Wimbledon and Scotland face a...