Thirty local councils face a scramble to organise elections in less than three months’ time after the latest government U-turn. Sir Keir Starmer had attempted to delay some council elections in May, ahead of planned local government reorganisation. However, he’s been forced to abandon those plans after legal advice suggested a delay could be unlawful. Reform UK is now demanding that legal advice is published. More than 200 people have been arrested in the past four weeks as part of a phone theft...
Feb 17, 2026•5 min
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says no platforms will get a "free pass" to ensure kids are safe online. He said "technology is moving really fast and the law has got to keep up". The crackdown is expected to target AI chatbots - and include a consultation on whether to introduce an age limit for using social media. Sky News speaks to some of the black women who continue to suffer disproportionately from maternity care. The UK is considering new sanctions on Russia after saying the Kremlin kille...
Feb 16, 2026•10 min
New evidence from the Epstein files shows the late paedophile asked one of his staff members to install hidden video cameras in his home. Many of his victims have suspected they were secretly being filmed. Nigel Farage has backed billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe after he said Britain was being colonised by immigrants. The FBI has released new details about a potential suspect in relation to the kidnapping of the mother of US TV host Savannah Guthrie. There's also controversy at the Winter Olympics....
Feb 13, 2026•12 min
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, part owner of Manchester United, has claimed Britain has been "colonised" by immigrants. The prime minister's demanded an apology. Police in Canada say the attacker behind the deadly Tumbler Ridge school shooting was an 18 year old transgender woman with a history of mental health problems. A second Premier League manager sacking in 24 hours - Sean Dyche is out of Nottingham Forest and following ex Spurs manager, Thomas Frank down to the job centre. Sophy and Wilf have the day...
Feb 12, 2026•10 min
At least ten people have been killed and dozens more injured after a horrifying school shooting in a remote Canadian town. A huge breakthrough in a story that’s gripped the US - authorities are questioning a man over the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the elderly mother of US TV anchor Savannah Guthrie. A community in north west London are traumatised after two teenagers were stabbed at school. A 13 year old boy is being questioned by counter-terrorism police. Sir Keir's former communications chief...
Feb 11, 2026•11 min
The prime minister continues to fight for his political life as his Cabinet rallies around him - despite some high-profile calls for his resignation. Meanwhile, the Royal Family have had to address allegations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as new claims appear of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. While his former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell refuses to share evidence, unless she is granted clemency by President Trump. Also today, we bring you the latest from the Winter Olympics - we mi...
Feb 10, 2026•11 min
Sir Keir Starmer is battling for survival after his chief of staff resigned. Is it enough to satisfy Labour MPs that Morgan McSweeney has taken responsibility for the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador? Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in a national security case. A landmark trial against social media giants gets under way in the US. And Bad Bunny makes history, headlining the Super Bowl half-time show in Spanish. Sophy and Wilf have the day'...
Feb 09, 2026•11 min
Sir Keir Starmer faces increasing pressure over his decision to make Peter Mandelson the UK ambassador to the United States, with former deputy leader of the Labour Party, Baroness Harman, saying that it could bring him down. However, in better news for him, US President Donald Trump has suggested he supports the prime minister's decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Authorities searching for the mother of NBC's Today co-host Savannah Guthrie have said they believe...
Feb 06, 2026•12 min
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is dealing with anger from his own MPs and renewed speculation over his future after being forced to publish documents about his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US. An email seemingly sent by Ghislaine Maxwell appears to contradict claims by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor that a photograph of him with Virginia Giuffre is not real. US border tsar Tom Homan has said 700 federal immigration officers will be removed from Minneapolis as Donald T...
Feb 05, 2026•13 min
A criminal investigation has been launched into allegations of misconduct in public office offences by Peter Mandelson. This comes as the Tories want documents relating to his appointment as ambassador to be published. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has moved out of Royal Lodge, according to palace sources, as police assess claims that a woman was sent to the former duke by Jeffrey Epstein in 2010. The son of Norway's crown princess is expected to give evidence for the first time in court today as h...
Feb 04, 2026•11 min
The Prime Minister is set to chair a cabinet meeting today as police investigate allegations that his former US Ambassador, Lord Mandelson, leaked sensitive government information to convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Sarah Ferguson’s charity, Sarah’s Trust, has announced it will close for the "foreseeable future” just days after new details emerged of her friendship with Epstein. Meanwhile, the pressure grows on Ferguson's ex-husband Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to testify before Congress, as ...
Feb 03, 2026•11 min
Lord Mandelson has quit the Labour Party to avoid causing it - he says - “further embarrassment", after the latest release of Epstein files on Friday. Erfan Soltani, an Iranian protestor who was reportedly set to face the death penalty, has been released on bail, with talks of a ‘regional war’ should the US attack Iran. Israel is set to open the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, but there will be restrictions on the number of people allowed to pass through. The Government has announc...
Feb 02, 2026•11 min
The Prime Minister continues his trip to China and despite securing some concessions, words from US President Donald Trump threaten to overshadow the tour. Tom Homan, the White House border czar, has said the federal government is looking to "draw back" on the number of federal immigration officers in Minnesota. Also today, train passengers are missing out on more than £80m per year in compensation for delayed journeys because of "unacceptable" claims processes. And finally, can anyone stop the ...
Jan 30, 2026•10 min
Sir Keir Starmer says he wants a more sophisticated relationship with China. However, the Chinese leader Xi Jinping has acknowledged that there have been twists and turns in UK-China ties but admitted that engagement is "unavoidable". The Prime Minister is on a three-day visit to the country - the first time a British prime minister has been to China in eight years. Tensions continue to escalate between the US and Iran after a warning from President Trump that time is running out for a nuclear d...
Jan 29, 2026•10 min
How does Sir Keir Starmer play his trip to China? He's the first British prime minister to make a visit for eight years - and he's got a challenge on his hands. How does he get the superpower on side to help his own plans for economic growth whilst at the same time show that he's well aware of suspicions about the country. Also, US President Donald Trump's narrative shifts as he says he wants to "de-escalate" in Minnesota. And the government is offering free AI training for adults across the UK....
Jan 28, 2026•9 min
Around 50 Labour MPs have signed a letter objecting to Andy Burnham being blocked from standing in a forthcoming by-election - putting more pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Nigel Farage claims the right of British politics is "finally uniting" following former home secretary Suella Braverman’s defection from the Conservatives to Reform UK. Plus, who will be the winners and losers when the 2026 Bafta nominations are announced? Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes....
Jan 27, 2026•11 min
Andy Burnham is blocked from standing as an MP - is this a sign of strength or weakness for Sir Keir Starmer? There have been more protests this weekend in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti by a federal officer. And the Home Secretary announces an overhaul of policing in England and Wales - including a "British FBI". Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 26, 2026•11 min
The first ever trilateral talks between Ukrainian, Russian and US officials will take place today. Donald Trump has been criticised for saying NATO troops stayed away from the frontline in Afghanistan. The Home Secretary is planning to drastically cut the number of police forces in England and Wales. And TikTok's sealed a deal in the US to keep its business running there. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 23, 2026•10 min
Europe breathes a sign of relief as Donald Trump climbs down from threats of tariffs countries that opposed his plans to take Greenland. The House of Lords votes in favour of a social media ban for under-16s. There’s a fresh police appeal for information about a brutal murder case which became the longest running miscarriage of justice case in the UK. And, Prue Leith has stepped down as a judge on the Great British Bake Off- but who will be her replacement? Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in ...
Jan 22, 2026•11 min
Donald Trump will address world leaders in Switzerland today where he says he's "working something out" with Nato on his plans to seize Greenland. Before boarding the flight for Switzerland, the president reiterated comments about the UK's deal to hand sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius - he's called it an 'act of great stupidity'. There's been another deadly train crash in Spain, this time in Barcelona. And there's a fall out between the richest man in the world and the owner of the...
Jan 21, 2026•10 min
The government is to consult on bringing in a social-media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has publicly called for calm over the threat of a trade war with the US over Greenland. But Donald Trump has doubled down on his plans to take over the territory. World and business leaders gather in the Swiss ski resort of Davos - the theme is 'a spirit of dialogue' - but the Sir Keir won't be there. And Brooklyn Peltz Beckham released a jaw dropping statement about his estrangement fro...
Jan 20, 2026•10 min
Donald Trump's threatening European allies with tariffs if they try to stop his plan to take over Greenland Will there be a real-life Love Actually moment where Sir Keir Starmer stands up to the US president? A second Conservative MP defects to Reform in a week. And Prince Harry returns to the High Court in his legal battle against the Mail publisher. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 19, 2026•10 min
Donald Trump's in possession of a Nobel Peace Prize - one given to him by Venezuela's opposition leader Marina Corina Machado. An earthquake in British politics yesterday as the shadow justice secretary defects to Reform. What will happen next? A group of British parents are taking TikTok to court in the US over the deaths of their children. And the Tour de France races will start in England - where will you be able to catch a glimpse? Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes....
Jan 16, 2026•12 min
A second shooting involving an ICE agent in Minneapolis sparks another wave of protests in America. Has President Donald Trump climbed down from his threat of military action in Iran over anti-government protests? And the home secretary says she has no confidence in the chief constable of West Midlands Police - but he's still in the job … is there a wider political row going on? Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 15, 2026•11 min
Demonstrators' brave the streets for another deadly night in Iran. President Trump says he will take action if the regime continues to execute protesters. The government's U-turned on one of its flagship policies - ID cards. There's an important meeting about the future of Greenland taking place in Washington. And it's likely a controversial new Chinese embassy will get the go-ahead. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 14, 2026•10 min
The BBC's asked a US court to throw out the President's $10bn lawsuit over how a Panorama programme was edited. X could be fined more than £18m, after Ofcom started an investigation into its AI tool, Grok. And immigration enforcement raids have shot up by 77% since Labour was elected. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 13, 2026•10 min
Donald Trump threatens military action in Iran, in response to a violent crackdown on demonstrators. London’s murder rate has recorded its lowest number in more than a decade. And the Golden Globes have kicked off award season for the best TV and film in the last year. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 12, 2026•11 min
High winds and heavy snowfall are causing chaos across the UK. Two people have been shot by federal agents in Portland, a day after a woman was killed in Minneapolis. Iran's witnessed an internet and phone blackout as the country faces its 12th night of protests against the regime. And it looks like pubs will see a relief in business rates after hospitality firms hit out at measures in the budget. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 09, 2026•11 min
Tensions are running high across the US after a woman was fatally shot in her car by an immigration officer. Plus, British forces join a US operation to seize an oil tanker linked to Russia, Iran, and Venezuela - what do we know about its secretive journey? And new research on weight loss injections reveals a surprising risk. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 08, 2026•11 min
Britain and France promise to put troops on the ground if a ceasefire is reached in Ukraine. Is it a significant moment towards peace? The White House says it wants to take over Greenland before the end of Donald Trump's term as President - why is it so desirable? And there’s new proposals to changes to road safety including a tightening of drink driving laws. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Jan 07, 2026•10 min
