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.
Is America abandoning Ukraine in it's war against Russia?
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On today's episode, Anna and Kamali have the latest on the Oregon school shooting, Channel Tunnel collision and President Zelensky’s meeting with EU leaders to maintain support to fend off Russia’s invasion.
Plus, a new bill supporting children's mental health is calling for students to spend more time outdoors during the school day.
Should you be able to opt out of social media algorithms?
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On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss how Zelensky feels 'betrayed' by Donald Trump over Starlink access, and the latest from Russell Brand's trial.
Plus, Australia is tabling legislation that would force big tech to allow users to switch off social media algorithms.
What's going on with the Lib Dems?
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On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss Burnham's upcoming meeting with Zelensky, Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation and the man who was mauled to death by a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Plus, whether Lib Dem leader Ed Davey's job is under threat.
Will Andy Burnham bring the UK closer to the EU?
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On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss the latest forecast from the IMF, how Andy Burnham has reignited the Brexit debate, and the start of Russell Brand's rape trial. Plus, a senior figure in the Iran-backed Houthis has told Sky News that Saudi Arabia is to blame for civilian casualties this weekend.
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What happened on Russell Brand’s first day in court as the trial process got underway? Sky News’ Martin Brunt and Katie Spencer take us through the day- inside and outside the court. It starts with queues of journalists arriving early to get a seat on the press benches of court 3 at Southwark Crown Court.
Outside photographers gather to get images of Russell Brand as he walks in with his wife. No broadcas...
Will the energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia hold?
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On today’s episode, Sophy and Wilf have the latest on the energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, Andy Burnham's interview on The Rest is Politics, and the second strike on the international airport in the Saudi capital Riyadh. Plus, an update on the tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park.
What next for Polanski after by-election defeat?
Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Do voters want a cut to inheritance tax?
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On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch’s speech at the Tory conference.
There are also updates on the story of a US death row inmate who survived a botched execution attempt, the death of a plague victim in Russia, and Andy Burnham’s meeting with German chancellor Friedrich Merz today.
They also mention how voting in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election has opened today. A full list of candidates can be found below.
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Can the Tories convince voters to trust them again?
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On today’s episode, Wilfred Frost and Lucy McDaid discuss whether there could be a “Badenoch bounce” following the Tory leader’s party conference speech later.
Meanwhile, a death row inmate is said to be “conscious and speaking” after surviving a failed execution attempt.
Wilf and Lucy also discuss the student protests in France, the death of a Russian lab worker from suspected pneumonic plague, and England’s win over the Czech Republic in the Nations League.
Should the UK be protected by an 'Iron Dome'?
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On today’s episode, Wilfred Frost and Sophy Ridge discuss how Donald Trump said the US moved its bombers out of RAF Fairford because of “some threats” to the base.
Meanwhile, the Conservatives have announced plans for a so-called ‘British Iron Dome’ if they win the next election.
Wilf and Sophy also discuss the student protests in France, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s case against Thames Valley Police, the death of former Conservative MP Jeffrey Archer, and how England striker Harry Kane could reach anothe...
Why has the US removed all its bomber planes from RAF Fairford?
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On today's episode, Wilfred Frost and Rob Powell discuss how the US has removed all its bomber planes from RAF Fairford. The decision comes just over a week after the arrest of five men near the base sparked a counter-terror investigation.
Meanwhile, Green Party leader Zack Polanski has been banned from Israel after party members approved a motion that defines Zionism as racism. A list of all the candidates in the upcoming by-election in Holborn and St Pancras is available here: https://news...
What we know about the new arrest in the RAF base investigation
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On today’s episode, Anna and Kamali have updates on the alleged terror plot near RAF Fairford, Burnham's U-turn on Manchester City and Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike.
Plus, Donald Trump has demanded that Europe release emergency diesel reserves, or risk being cut off from US supplies.
Who saved passengers after the mid-air attack on the Flydubai Israel flight?
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On today’s episode, Sophy and Wilf have updates on the Flydubai flight to Israel, the incident at RAF Fairford, and the prisoners walking free from jail. Plus, they pay tribute to Dame Esther Rantzen, who has died at the age of 86.
What next for Manchester City after they are found guilty of financial misconduct?
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On today’s episode, Anna and Wilf have updates on the incident at RAF Fairford, Manchester City being found guilty of arranging “sham contracts” to their advantage, and Andy Burnham’s speech at the Labour Party conference showing more than just ‘vibes’.
Why could the triple lock commitment be an issue for Andy Burnham?
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On today’s episode, Sophy and Wilf are live once again from Liverpool at the Labour Party conference.
They bring you the latest on the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford after five men are released on bail, why abolishing the triple lock pension pledge could cause some issues for Andy Burnham, and why OpenAI has pulled its latest AI model.
What exactly happened at RAF Fairford?
They have the latest on the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford, what policies might be unveiled at the Labour Party’s annual conference, and the status of the Orange Order march that met opposition yesterday.
And, a English girl becomes the youngest women grandmaster in chess.
How friendly was the Trump-Xi state dinner?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Anna and Kamali discuss the White House state dinner between Chinese president Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, and Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband’s warnings to Iran that Britain will "not tolerate intimidation, threats or hostile activity”.
Plus, tickets go on sale today for Oasis’s second reunion tour next year.
Should drinking be allowed at football matches?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Kamali discuss Chinese president Xi Jinping's arrival in Washington, for his three-day summit with Donald Trump, and whether the ban on drinking alcohol in the stands at football matches should be lifted.
Plus, an exclusive YouGov mega poll reveals that Andy Burnham is seeing a bounce, but not enough to win a majority in a general election.
Burnham and Trump bond despite "terrible" Chagos deal
On today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf discuss Donald Trump’s meeting with Andy Burnham at the UN assembly in New York, before the Prime Minister hit out at Russia, and went on to announce that the UK will set up a new National Centre for Information Defence to tackle state information attacks
Plus, the long-awaited Booker shortlist has been announced.
Why is Britain supporting Saudi Arabia in its fight against the Iran-backed Houthis?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf discuss why Andy Burnham has agreed to provide defensive military support to Saudi Arabia in its fight against the Iran-backed Houthis, a militant group in Yemen, as he prepares to meet Donald Trump face to face today in New York.
Plus, Piers Morgan has threatened to sue Earl Spencer over “fabricated inaccuracies” in his new book, Swan Song.
What's going on in Germany?
A win for the far-right in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and the far left on course for victory in Berlin. German Chancellor Merz vows to stay on despite a 'disaster' in the state elections - on today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf discuss what's next for the German Chancellor.
Plus, there's more royal rowing ahead of the publication of Earl Spencer's new book tomorrow
Has the US committed war crimes in Iran strikes?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Anna and Kamali discuss a Sky News exclusive - a leak from Downing Street which reveals how Sir Keir Starmer planned to stay in power - and the policies which were drawn up to save him that have been adopted by Andy Burnham.
Also today, more allegations from Diana's brother Earl Spencer against the King, Russians head to the polls, and UN human rights experts say there are reasonable grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran that killed at least 177 civilians.
And finally, a new...
Why has the Royal Family responded to Diana claims?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Alex have the latest on the heartbreaking case of Noah Woods.
Also today, a royal response to bombshell claims made by Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, in his new book, and what does the US Federal Reserve raising interest rates mean for the Budget?
And finally, why have Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior been caught in the middle of a political storm in Spain?
Reform UK leader in Wales steps down after arrest | Ed Sheeran faces backlash
On today's Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf look at what will be on the agenda when Andy Burnham and Donald Trump meet for the first time next week.
Also today, the leader of Reform UK in Wales steps down after he was arrested at the weekend, and Ed Sheeran faces a backlash after Macklemore was dropped from his tour over comments he made about Gaza.
And finally, Manchester United look set to lose a talent nicknamed "Kid Messi".
Will questions over how Lucy Letby was able to murder infants be answered in a new report?
On today's Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Leah discuss how ministers are facing pressure from Labour MPs and peers to cap political donations, after Reform UK received £72 million in donations from cryptocurrency billionaires Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne.
The findings from a public inquiry into how Lucy Letby was able to repeatedly murder and harm babies will be published later today. Harry and Meghan have moved their children Archie and Lilibet to a new school over security concerns, and NATO fighter pilots have shot down a drone that entered Lithuania’s airspace overnight.
Plus, the small Oxf...
Reform 'very confident' £72m donations were legal | Trump talks up Irish reunification
On today's Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Sophy discuss Reform UK’s £72 million donations from cryptocurrency billionaires Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne, which are the largest in UK political history, as peers prepare to debate capping political donations.
Donald Trump has been talking up Irish reunification over the weekend, oil prices have surged, and Boris Johnson was caught up in a security scare after a train behind the one he was travelling in was hit by a Russian drone in Ukraine.
Plus, the historic East Sussex town of Lewes has become the first UK town to rec...
The world remembers September 11 terror attacks - 25 years on
On today’s Cheat Sheet, Kamali and Anna reflect on today’s commemorations marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks in 2001.
Plus, they discuss how the price of oil has jumped to $105 a barrel amid signs the conflict in the Middle East will not be resolved quickly, whilst the Houthi militia in Yemen have seized the Red Sea port of Mocha, giving Iran-backed militia leverage over a key shipping route.
And Dame Julia Donaldson has released a sequel to The Gruffalo, more than 20 years after the 1999 best-selling original, which sold more than 17 mill...
Trump’s $5000 gamble I AI model excluded from UK testing
On today's Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Sophy discuss Donald Trump’s first Republican midterms convention in Dallas, Texas, including how the president has offered to pay every adult US citizen $5000 if the Republicans win both chambers of Congress in November.
Anthropic has declined to submit its latest model of Claude to Britain's AI Security Institute for testing before release, after warnings that AI is advancing so quickly that there is a greater than 10% chance it "could kill all humans" within the next decade.
Plus, whether passengers can expect compensation after the shocking air traffic control fa...
Israel retaliates after UK sanctions | Hundreds of flights cancelled due to traffic control issue
On today's Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Sophy discuss how Israel will close the UK consulate in East Jerusalem after the British foreign secretary announced sanctions on West Bank settlements.
They also discuss the continuing travel chaos after over 1,000 flights were cancelled due to a traffic control issue. Then, why a request to land a RNLI boat carrying more than 100 migrants at the Port of Southampton and the Port of Portsmouth was refused on Sunday.
Plus, why the UK has climbed into the top 10 in the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (Pisa).
UK to ban trade with illegal Israeli settlements | Farage wants balaclava ban
On today’s Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Sophy discuss how the UK is taking a tougher stance on Israel.
They also discuss the latest on the masked protests that took place in Portsmouth and Dover over the weekend.
Plus, why the UK's third highest taxpayer is switching his residency to Greece and whether Harry Kane can win the Balon d'Or.
Chancellor to announce £150m fund for northern firms | Portsmouth anti-migrant protests
On today's Cheat Sheet, Wilf and Sophy discuss the chancellor’s £150m fund for fast-growing companies in the north of England.
They also discuss the protestors gathered in Portsmouth after 140 migrants were rescued from the English Channel, the far-right party win in Germany and Zelensky’s expectation that the war with Russia will continue into the winter.
Plus, the Lottery winner who has given away half of her £115m winnings, inspired by Dolly Parton.
Argentina renew claim to Falklands | 70,000 pints of Guinness stolen
On today’s Cheat Sheet, Leah and Kamali consider what Argentinian President Javier Milei’s sanctions on oil companies in the Falklands means for the future of the islands.
Also today, Reform UK deny allegations of breaking party funding rules and HMRC is threatened with legal action over produce from Israeli settlements entering the UK tariff-free.
And finally, thieves have stolen 70,000 pints of Guinness from a depot in Cheshire.
Bayeux Tapestry unveiled | Driverless Ubers arrive in UK
On today’s Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf look ahead to Andy Burnham’s meeting with French President Macron today where small boat crossings will be top of the agenda.
Also today, the Bayeux Tapestry is unveiled in front of the King and the latest on the Lindsay Clancy trial.
And finally, driverless cars are introduced by Uber in London today.
Burnham doesn’t rule out tax hikes | Charlie Kirk murder trial
On today’s Cheat Sheet, Sophy and Wilf reflect on Andy Burnham’s comments in the Commons yesterday- where he refused to rule out tax increases.
The latest from the Iran war, Charlie Kirk’s murder trial and Putin’s threats to the UK.
And finally, a roundup of transfer deadline day.
Burnham to face MPs | Verdict in Tupac murder trial
Sophy and Wilf are back from summer holidays, and so are MPs, and there is plenty on the agenda. Andy Burnham will be challenged by opposition MPs for the first time since he became prime minister.
The latest from Nepal, the US-Iran War and the Tupac murder trial.
And finally, Lionel Messi retires from international football.
Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Hundreds missing in Nepal flash floods | Meta settles social media addiction case
Hundreds of people are feared to have died in flash floods in Nepal, with many more missing.
Meta has agreed to pay up to $18bn (£13.2bn) to dozens of US states to settle claims that its social media platforms harmed children.
Also today, the latest from Middlesbrough where a deadly house fire and car crash have not been ruled out as being linked by police.
And finally, a British AI success story as the first AI-assisted brain surgery takes place.
Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Dolly Parton dies: World pays tribute to legendary country music star
The world is a much less colourful place this morning after the legendary country music singer Dolly Parton died at the age of 80.
One of the most iconic singer-songwriters of all time, her music touched millions of people across multiple generations during a seven-decade career.
She was somewhat of a rags to rhinestones story - rising to stardom after being raised in poverty in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.
Trump100 co-host James Matthews is with mourners in the Smoky Mountains and has sent Cheat Sheet a voice note.
Meanwhile, Sky News...
Ukraine gives UK access to 'Avengers AI Labs' | Police arrest 12 over deadly A66 crash
Andy Burnham has been in Ukraine, where Kyiv said it will allow the UK access to its intriguingly-named “Avengers AI Labs” - something the govt calls a “goldmine of battlefield data”.
Meanwhile, Cleveland Police has arrested nine men and three women - aged between 19 and 61 - as part of the investigation into the deadly A66 crash.
The collision in the early hours of Saturday left two police officers and five people in another vehicle dead.
Over in the states, Donald Trump is arguably providing more evidence that the war in Iran has not gone as...
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.
