Author: WTX News Editor

Europe is still sweating amid a heatwave sweeping the continent, which has turned deadly in France and Spain.

Premier League and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in Spain at the age of 28. The news has caused shock around the world.

In the Middle East, at least 20 Palestinians were killed by Israel after it bombed a popular cafe on the seafront. There have since been reports that the attack on the cafe may be a war crime.


In the US, Trump’s tax-and-spend bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, has passed the Senate and the House, causing huge concerns amongst Americans. A mass shooting in Chicago has seen at least four people killed and many injured.

Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended following a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen, sparking public protests and a constitutional court review.

Netanyahu said “many opportunities have opened up” following Israel’s military operations in Iran, including the possibility of bringing home the remaining hostages held in Gaza.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a five-nation tour on Tuesday covering Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil and Namibia, marking an important push to strengthen India’s ties with Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Syria is set to have some US sanctions lifted after the White House said it was a move to support the country’s “path to stability and peace.” The sanctions included blocking foreign financing, were imposed on the government of Bashir al-Assad, who was overthrown by rebels in December.

(Thursday, 3 July 2025) – Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill has passed the Senate and now the House after being held up in Congress over concerns about the impact on national debt and healthcare.

Trump’s online feud with former bestie Elon Musk continues to escalate as Trump threatens to deport Musk.

USAID has officially closed its doors after President Donald Trump gradually dismantled the agency over its allegedly wasteful spending.

Elsewhere, the mixed verdict from the P Diddy trial sent shockwaves across the world.

The government has performed a U-turn on welfare reforms after pressure from 126 Labour backbenchers, who signed an amendment to stall the bill.

It’s a huge week for the US president as his “One Big Beautiful Bill” is to be voted on in the Senate (4 July deadline). There has been backlash towards the bill, which could possibly add 3 trillion USD to the American debt.

Tuesday’s front pages are dominated by the proposed welfare bill that MPs will vote on this Tuesday. It’s set to be a tough day for the prime minister as Labour MPs are still considering rebelling over the bill, despite the PM making huge concessions and watering down his controversial plans to trim the ballooning benefits cost.

Several papers continue their coverage of the Glastonbury row after police announced they would open an inquiry into Bob Vylan and Kneecap performances, with punk duo Bob Vylan chanting “death to IDF” and Kneecap calling for a riot. There are further calls for the BBC boss to be punished for streaming the controversial Bob Vylan set despite the chants.

There are a handful of standalone stories, including reports that British doctors and nurses will be prioritised as part of a 10-year plan to curb the number of international hires. The death of Vivienne leads one of the newspapers after new details have emerged, and another paper leads with a report into the treatment of those in care homes during the pandemic.

Many of the newspapers feature images of yesterday’s Wimbledon action, including British tennis star Emma Raducanu’s win. The ongoing UK heatwave finds plenty of space on the front pages, as the country continues to sweat and more health warnings are issued.

Forecasters predict continued hot and humid conditions across southern England, with temperatures potentially reaching 34°C today.

Tuesday’s headlines look ahead to the Commons vote on the government’s welfare bill, set to take place later today. It’s set to be a busy day for the prime minister, who could still face a rebellion of sorts with some Labour rebels suggesting they want more concessions on the plans before they cast their vote. The Tories have already announced they’ll be voting against the government’s bill.

Energy prices will fall from Tuesday for 21 million households in England, Scotland and Wales, but uncertainty remains over whether costs will stay down for winter.

The ongoing heatwave sweeping the UK and Europe continues to dominate the headlines as Brits rush out to enjoy some glorious sunshine! (Stay safe!!)

In the first half of 2025, the US dollar has suffered its worst decline since 1973, plunging roughly 10.8% against a basket of major currencies.

Palestine Action is challenging the UK government’s decision to proscribe it as a terrorist organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000.

Despite its U-turn on its controversial welfare reforms last week, the prime minister will still face a test to his leadership when MPs vote today on his welfare reform bill.

Most of Europe is under a “heat dome”, affecting southern and eastern England, while amber alerts have been issued across various UK regions for high temperatures.

President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines, a step that follows the Baltic nations and Poland’s move to boost their defence as the war rages on in Ukraine.

The PM has been forced into a humiliating backdown on his controversial welfare reform, days after already making huge concessions. The PM’s bill passed in the Commons yesterday, but still saw 49 Labour MPs voting against it and 18 others abstaining.

It’s been a terrible time for the prime minister as of late, with him desperately needing to regain control of his party.

President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle US sanctions on Syria, aiming to integrate the country into the international financial system.

Over 140 casualties occur annually in England due to tailgating, a driving behaviour where vehicles do not maintain safe distance.

A young knife crime victim shared the traumatic experience of his attack, highlighting the severe physical and emotional toll it inflicts.

On a drive to strengthen the EU, especially with the threat of Trump’s growing allies within the union, who won’t allow a stronger EU.

Attending the United Nations Conference on Financing for Development in Seville. And using the opportunity to sweeten relations with former African colonies.

She has started the week positivvely frist by attacking Ursula Von der Leyen and raising the profile of EU president ( much needed) and then later she was speaking to business leaders in Brussels telling them Europe is open for business

Cliff Notes – Suspect who targeted fire service Wess Val Roley, a 20-year-old who previously aspired to be a firefighter, has been identified as the gunman who allegedly ambushed firefighters responding to a blaze in Idaho The incident involved Roley firing at firefighters from a sniper position after reportedly starting the fire to lure them, an act described as a “total ambush” by local authorities. Authorities discovered Roley’s body in the mountains with a firearm…

She is in Seville today and said the EU needs: “A paradigm shift is needed on development aid”. A clash is forming with the EU, right wing are attacking EU presidency.