John Torode has voiced his reaction to being removed from MasterChef by the BBC after an inquiry upheld a complaint that he used discriminatory language, saying he was not informed beforehand.

Donald Trump unexpectedly joined Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory celebrations, bemusing players such as Cole Palmer and Reece James by enthusiastically parading the trophy.

Britain is set for a fourth summer blast, predicted to reach 31°C and coincide with the start of the school holidays.

Entertainers trained in the art of humour are urging people not to label lacklustre leaders as “clowns”, calling for the term “buffoons” instead to preserve their profession’s dignity.