Donald Trump accuses the BBC of bias against his approach to the Iran crisis, saying it undermines his objectives. He claims UK–US ties were better before Starmer and hints at a reset, praising earlier cooperation and signalling a tougher stance on the broadcaster.
Health authorities have declared a national incident after a meningitis B outbreak linked to a Canterbury nightclub. Two students have died and more than a dozen are in hospital. UKHSA is tracing contacts and rolling out urgent MenB vaccinations for students to curb further spread.
Officials have declared a national incident over a meningitis outbreak, described as the worst in a generation. Cases have spread beyond Kent to London and France. Two students have died and a baby is in intensive care. Public health teams are tracing contacts and urging vaccination.
UK sources say Geneva talks had brought a new Iran nuclear deal close, with tougher inspections and phased sanctions relief under discussion. A senior UK adviser noted the surprising progress, but a subsequent regional crisis halted the negotiations.
A senior US security official appointed by Trump issues an open letter claiming the case for military action against Iran was false, urging the President to end the campaign. He resigns from his counterterror role amid mounting controversy.
Analysts warn UK households could pay up to £1,300 more within months as Middle East tensions disrupt oil routes and push up energy costs. They say US moves under Trump are amplifying price pressures on fuel and food, risking faster inflation and possible rate action.
Health chiefs warn of rising meningitis cases linked across the Channel. People are urged to avoid kissing and sharing drinks, look out for fever, headache and neck stiffness, and seek prompt medical advice if unwell. Vaccination eligibility and hygiene guidance are being reinforced.
The head of the US counterterror centre resigned, revealing splits in Trump’s circle over policy on Iran. He said there was no imminent threat and criticised lobbying influence. The departure raises doubts about strategy and pressures Washington and allies to seek restraint.
Hospice leaders and MPs warn of a funding emergency, saying patients are left in NHS corridors without adequate pain relief as services and staff are cut. They urge urgent government support and a long‑term settlement to stabilise end‑of‑life care nationwide.
After allies refused to send naval support in the Strait of Hormuz, the US president said his country does not need Nato. The stance left him increasingly isolated, while his counterterrorism chief resigned, saying Iran posed no imminent threat and questioning the strategy.
Rachel Reeves unveils a multibillion‑pound push to make the UK a leader in AI and quantum computing, including a nationwide rollout of supercomputers. She says it will create jobs, lift productivity and stem the brain drain, with benefits for health, energy and transport.