In a World Cup special, updates on England, key matches to watch, and notable stories will be delivered daily at 1pm, with concise coverage designed for quick consumption. This initiative aims to keep football fans well-informed during the tournament.

Sir Keir Starmer announced a plan to ban social media access for children under 16 in the UK, modelling it after Australia’s regulations. The policy, expected to take effect by 2027, aims to force age verification for users and restrict harmful content. Additional details will be provided in July.

Experts warn that the UK may face an unprecedented freezing winter in early 2027, driven by a powerful El Niño event. This phenomenon is expected to contribute to significantly wetter conditions and the potential for much colder and snowier weather, with implications for agriculture and the economy.

The RAF Red Arrows are scheduled to perform a flypast over London today as part of King Charles III’s Trooping the Colour celebrations. The display will begin at 1pm, concluding a parade that starts at 10.30am, with the King and Royal Family set to watch from Buckingham Palace.

Tony Bartlett, 39, is on trial at Bristol Crown Court accused of murdering his four-week-old son, Atticus. Prosecutors allege that Bartlett violently shook Atticus after consuming nine pints, causing severe brain injuries. Atticus died on July 23, 2022, following the incident at their home in Chard, Somerset.

A major fire at a warehouse on Oxgate Lane in Brent, northwest London, led to the evacuation of over 70 residents. Witnesses reported thick black smoke visible from miles away. The blaze, involving a multi-use two-storey building, prompted a response from 25 fire engines and around 150 firefighters.