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Andy Burnham dances on stage after being announced as the new leader of the Labour party. Politics latest: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

"Beth from Sky Sports." - Sir Keir Starmer "Sky Sports... I wish it was." - Beth Rigby Sir Keir Starmer and Sky's Beth Rigby share a light-hearted moment after the PM misspoke 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

BREAKING: Former prime minister Boris Johnson has reacted to the death of Ann Widdecombe, saying 'we need the facts as fast as we can'. Read more:

BREAKING: Labour lose Bradford Council to no overall control. 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

Business secretary Peter Kyle has told Sky News that football and politics should remain separate and the holding of a banner about the Falkland Islands by Argentinian team members should be investigated.

Sky News asks police investigating Ann Widdecombe's death if her murder was politically motivated. Listen to Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman's response ⬇️ More on this story:

Senator Ted Cruz has thanked Donald Trump "on behalf of all Americans" for "getting rid of that ridiculous red card". His comments come after Trump admitted he asked FIFA to review its decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's one-game ban. World Cup latest:

The head of NATO has said the latest round of US strikes on Iran were "absolutely necessary". Mark Rutte is currently with leaders of the alliance - including Donald Trump - in Ankara for a two-day summit which began yesterday. 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

BREAKING: Prince William has said "sorry we can't be there in person" as he wished the Lionesses good luck ahead of the Women's World Cup final tomorrow. 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

"We're imposing a complete siege on Gaza". Israel's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, orders a total blockade of Gaza - leaving them with "no electricity, no food and no fuel". Follow live updates: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

Sixteen-year-old Luke Littler says he and his girlfriend are "going to stick together, whether anyone likes it not". "We're not bothered", he adds. 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

BREAKING: June's temperature record has been broken for a third time today, with the mercury hitting 37.1C at Cavendish in Suffolk. 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been seen at King's Cross railway station purchasing seasonal treats, which were reportedly for key workers. Latest politics news 👉

Donald Trump claims that Maria Corina Machado, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025, "doesn't have the support or the respect" to run Venezuela. Latest updates:

Large fire breaks out at Evri warehouse in Bristol.

Avon Fire and Rescue Service said a lightning strike was believed to be the cause of a house fire in Bristol. Crews were alerted to the blaze at 5:55pm and the fire was under control by 10pm

Pope Leo was asked on the papal plane which Spanish team he is gunning for, as he embarks on a week-long visit to Spain. 🔗

BREAKING: Heavy Israeli bombardment in Gaza after the announcement of a ceasefire deal has killed at least 32 people, medics reported. 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

Video shows Palestinians in West Bank celebrating Hamas infiltration. Read more:

BREAKING: Israel says it will establish 22 new settlements in the West Bank 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

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BREAKING: Burnham scraps Starmer's digital ID scheme in first major policy pledge, with the money being redirected to other priorities, such as the cost of living crisis. Sky's political correspondent Rob Powell has the latest. 📺 Sky 501

BREAKING: Thames Water is due to run out of money by the end of the year, as it remains in discussions with creditors, regulators and government to recapitalise the business. Its annual results revealed it's £18.5bn in debt

Argentina players take banner from their fans and bring it onto the pitch, it read: "The Falkland Islands are Argentinian." The moment happened after the team beat England in the World Cup semi-finals. Read more:

During Sir Keir Starmer's final trip as PM to Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Starmer the Order of Freedom honour, which is the highest award for a foreign person in Ukraine. It comes as Starmer pledges €300m to fund fighter jets.

BREAKING: 'This World Cup has exceeded all expectations' Speaking alongside Donald Trump, FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, has praised the success of this year's World Cup, saying America has 'welcomed the world' for the tournament Read more:

BREAKING: Iran's supreme leader declares that President Trump's signature on the memorandum of understanding between the two nations is 'worthless and invalid', in a written statement. 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

"They can win whatever they want, I will not row." Norway fan Emil Lappen explains to Barbara Serra why he won't be taking part in the Viking row while watching his team play at the World Cup. Latest: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

"The World Cup might not be ours, but the Falklands definitely are" Downing Street has responded to Argentinian players holding up a provocative banner after last night's World Cup semi-final

BREAKING: A man who was convicted of killing a British tourist with a single punch has been ordered to be extradited to Greece to serve a 12-year sentence for manslaughter. Jason Farrell has the latest. 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

'He is the great chameleon of British politics' Nigel Farage has taken aim at the incoming prime minister Andy Burnham, saying he has 'absolutely no mandate of any kind at all' in a speech earlier today. Read more politics news:

BREAKING: London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has been appointed to the House of Lords as part of Sir Keir Starmer's resignation honours. Latest: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

BREAKING: FIFA has banned England defender Jarell Quansah for two matches after his red card against Mexico. Sky's sports correspondent Rob Harris reports ⬇️ World Cup latest: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

BREAKING: The mother of Vikrum Digwa, who was jailed for life for stabbing student Henry Nowak, has been jailed for three years after removing the knife from the scene. Read more:

'I asked for a review.' Donald Trump spoke about FIFA's decision to reverse Folarin Balogun's one-game ban after the USA forward received a red card. Live updates:

BREAKING: Andy Burnham officially confirmed as the new leader of the Labour Party Follow our live updates: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

BREAKING: Two U.S. troops dead and one missing following attack in Jordan 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube ‌

Donald Trump was joined by FIFA president Gianni Infantino ahead of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday The US president waded into the row over England's tactics, questioning why Harry Kane was 'made into a defensive player' Read more on the World Cup:

BREAKING: A man was arrested on Tuesday for threatening to kill Nigel Farage on social media, Reform UK has told Sky News. The Metropolitan Police said the arrest related to a social media post from earlier this year, which was reported to police in May.

'Its a sad part of our history'. Argentinian player Leandro Paredes has spoken about the banner held by his team, which read 'The Falklands are Argentinian'.

Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey has called on FIFA to ban the six Argentine players who celebrated with the "Falklands are Argentine" banner from playing in Sunday's final. Ed Davey has told Sky News he has written to the president Gianni Infantino.