Politics
Trump switched planes after Iran plot to kill him in Turkey, reports say
Donald Trump switched planes returning from NATO summit after US warned of Iranian plot to assassinate him in Ankara, according to Israeli and US reports.
Culture
Astrid Furnival, pioneering textile artist and concrete poet, dies at 85
Astrid Furnival, a pioneering textile artist who fused words and craft, has died aged 85. She co-founded Satie’s Faction and rejected distinctions between arts and crafts.
Sports
Jack Lisowski opens up on misconceptions, criticism, and first title win's impact
Jack Lisowski discusses the relief of winning his first ranking title at the 2025 Northern Ireland Open, misconceptions about his natural talent and practice habits, and the rise of Chinese snooker players.
Business
Butlin's Summer 2026: Four Days of Fun with Masked Singer and Wrestling
Butlin's summer 2026 offers a packed four-day itinerary with Masked Singer, wrestling, and activities. Here's what to expect.
Environment
Transport
Homes evacuated in Walthamstow railway embankment fire
Twenty fire engines and 125 firefighters responded to a railway embankment fire in Walthamstow, east London, evacuating homes and closing the Weaver Overground line.
Sudoku 7830 Easy: Solution and Tips July 13
Solve Sudoku 7830 Easy from July 13, 2026. Get step-by-step solution, logic tips, and number placement strategy for this beginner puzzle.
Hero who saved drowning boy: 'I'm not leaving that bairn'
Davey Short, 48, rescued a 12-year-old boy from the North Sea at Seaton Carew beach; the boy's father and another man died in the incident.
Rainham hotel fire: 80 firefighters tackle blaze
Around 80 firefighters are tackling a fire at Berwick Manor Hotel in Rainham. The blaze broke out at an outbuilding on Berwick Pond Road; road closed. Avoid area.
Seven Dials pedestrianised for one day in July
Seven Dials in Covent Garden will be completely car-free on July 25, 2026, with discounts, free gifts, pop-up bars, and an art installation.
British History Quiz: From 1066 to the Modern Age
Journey through British history with questions on kings and queens, battles, the Tudors, Magna Carta and the World Wars. From the Norman Conquest onward, test your knowledge across the centuries. How much do you remember?
