Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams in semi-final
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams, scoring two late goals to come from behind and knock out Thomas Tuchel's side, in a dramatic semi-final in Atlanta.

Argentina face action after waving Falklands banner
Posted on Wednesday July 15, 2026

Argentina face the prospect of disciplinary action from Fifa after their players celebrate the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.

Government brings British Steel under public ownership
Posted on Thursday July 16, 2026

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

Can Andy Burnham solve the UK's housing crisis?
Posted on Thursday July 16, 2026

BBC Verify has looked at the scale of the housing challenge facing Burnham when he becomes PM.

Singer Jesy Nelson calls plan to test newborns for deadly muscle condition a 'victory'
Posted on Thursday July 16, 2026

All newborn babies are set to have a heel prick test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in England.