Author: News Desk

Cliff Notes – Buttler: Gill’s captaincy ‘a mix of Kohli and Rohit’ Jos Buttler describes Shubman Gill’s leadership style as a blend of Virat Kohli’s intensity and Rohit Sharma’s laid-back approach, highlighting his ability to be "his own man." Buttler emphasises the importance of Gill compartmentalising his roles as captain and batsman to maintain his performance, drawing from his own experiences in England’s white-ball captaincy. The pressure of captaining the Indian Test team is immense, with Gill stepping into significant shoes left by legends like Kohli and Tendulkar, as he prepares for his first series against England. Buttler: Gill’s captaincy…

Tuesday’s UK headlines are dominated by the ongoing backlash after a report into grooming gangs in the UK was released. The media is reading through the 197-page audit, and reacting to the details. The UK government has announced a full national inquiry to begin soon.

Global news takes centre-stage in the UK this morning, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed the UK-US trade deal with Donald Trump at the G7 summit in Canada. The agreement removes tariffs on UK aerospace exports and cuts tariffs on British cars from 25% to 10%. The US president said the UK is ‘protected’ because he likes them.

There’s good news for British Steel which has secured a five-year contract worth £500m to supply train tracks for Network Rail.

MPs are debating on a law change aimed at decriminalising abortion in the House of Commons today. MPs are usually given a free vote on abortion, meaning they do not have to follow any party line on the subject.

Donald Trump has left the G7 summit early as the cross-border attacks between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. Israel is targeting Iran’s energy sector, which Iran says is a war crime. Trump leaving the Middle East so abruptly has global commentators suggesting that US troops could be preparing to enter the war.

Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv killed 14 individuals, including a 62-year-old US citizen, and injured at least 44 others, resulting in significant destruction of residential buildings.

Cliff Notes – Drogheda banned from Conference League for multi-club ownership Drogheda United’s appeal against removal from the Conference League was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport due to breaches of UEFA’s multi-club ownership rules. The club will forfeit approximately €350,000 in prize money and expressed regret over the situation, citing "great heartbreak and disbelief" among fans. UEFA prioritised Silkeborg for the Conference League spot as they finished higher in their league, while Drogheda failed to meet a crucial deadline for ownership changes. Drogheda banned from Conference League for multi-club ownership Irish Cup winner Drogheda lost their appeal…

Cliff Notes – Lilo & Stitch actor dies weeks after film’s release as family pays tribute David Hekili Kenui Bell, known for his role in the live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch, passed away on June 12 at the age of 46; the cause of death is currently under investigation. His sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook, describing him as a talented and generous individual who loved acting and the arts. Bell’s notable career included appearances in Magnum PI and Hawaii Five-O, and he was set to feature in the upcoming film The Wrecking Crew, which…

Israeli airstrikes are entering their fifth day, after targeting military and nuclear sites across Iran—including Tehran—while simultaneously striking Iran’s oil and gas facilities and even its state broadcaster, which Tehran condemned as a “war crime”.

Baroness Louise Casey’s 197-page audit has exposed “blindness, ignorance and prejudice” in institutional responses to UK grooming gangs, revealing a shocking pattern of failing to protect vulnerable children—some as young as 10—over the past 15–20 years.

At the G7 summit in Canada, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump formally approved a UK‑US trade deal targeting aerospace and automotive sectors.

Cliff Notes – Is Bangladesh ready for an election? Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, met Tarique Rahman of the BNP to discuss potential election dates amid ongoing political tensions and calls for reforms, with a tentative agreement for February polls if sufficient progress is made. The BNP demands elections by December 2025, while the interim government cites the need for constitutional and electoral reforms to ensure judicial independence and press freedoms before proceeding. A critical focus remains on addressing human rights violations from last year’s protests, as the Awami League faces criminal charges, raising concerns about the credibility of the…

Israeli strikes have targeted key Iranian energy infrastructure, including the pivotal South Pars gas field, amidst escalating conflict.