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The newly elected Pope Leo XIV’s progressive views on immigration, environmentalism, and LGBTQ+ rights are already challenging Italy’s conservative Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

Israel and Gaza peace talks collapse again as efforts for peace talks between Israel and Hamas have collapsed again, with Israel resuming intensified airstrikes on Gaza.

Israel’s limited aid into Gaza amid ongoing invasion is unacceptable says Keir Starmer. Western criticism grows over Israel’s assault on Gaza. After weeks of devastating surge by Israel in the world’s most catastrophic eighteen month conflict.

A High Court judge ruled that parts of the Charity Commission’s report on Kids Company were “extremely unfair,” particularly regarding allegations of financial mismanagement.

What to watch on TV this week? From the best British soaps to the globally loved Great British Bakeoff – to the final day of the Premier League. There’s plenty to watch this week, on TV and on streaming.

There are a lot of events this week, from the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show to one of the most iconic pop culture events globally – Comic Con. The Emirates are hosting a watch-along as Arsenal women face Barcelona in the final of the Women’s Champions League in Lisbon – tickets are cheap and you get to hang out with other Gunners!

It’s the final week of this season’s Premier League with continued midweek action before a very busy Sunday. Liverpool have already secured the title, and…

Tuesday’s newspaper front pages cover the landmark EU deal that, according to the prime minister, puts the UK back on the global stage. The paper’s political leanings are as clear as ever in this morning’s headlines with the left-leaning press celebrating the UK rebuilding its relations with the EU – and highlighting the economic benefits that will come with it. The right-leaning press sees it as a betrayal of Brexit – even though many of the papers have acknowledged that Brexit in its current form does not work.

Cliff Notes Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with arson related to three fires linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including one…

Good morning! Grab a coffee and let’s dive into today’s headlines.

In a significant development, the UK, France, and Canada have jointly warned Israel of “concrete actions” if it continues its military operations in Gaza and restricts humanitarian aid.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has secured a landmark “Brexit reset” deal with the EU, aiming to revitalise UK-EU relations. The agreement includes easing trade barriers, reintroducing the UK into the Erasmus programme, and establishing a new defence partnership. While the deal promises economic benefits, it has faced criticism over concessions like extended EU fishing access to UK waters.

On the trade front, the UK is actively pursuing a free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, comprising six Gulf nations. Recent discussions between UK officials and Gulf leaders indicate progress towards strengthening economic ties in the region.

Internationally, tensions remain high as global leaders respond to the escalating situation in Gaza, with calls for ceasefires and increased humanitarian assistance.

Donald Trump has said Russia and Ukraine will “immediately” start negotiating towards a ceasefire and an end to the war – after a two-hour phone call with Putin.

Israel has permitted five UN lorries carrying food, including baby supplies, into Gaza — the first aid delivery in 11 weeks. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the decision followed pressure from US senators concerned about a looming famine.

The UK and European Union have announced a comprehensive agreement aimed at resetting relations post-Brexit. Key elements include a commitment to work towards a common sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) area, and aligning UK rules with EU standards on plant and animal health.

The UK, France, and Canada have warned Israel they may take “concrete actions” if it continues to escalate military operations in Gaza. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian PM Mark Carney, issued a joint statement urging Israel to halt its offensive and allow immediate humanitarian aid into the territory.

Nicusor Dan, an unexpected winner, claimed the Romanian presidency with approximately 54% of the vote, marking a rejection of far-right candidate George Simion, who received 46%.

Port-au-Prince is predominantly under gang control, with an estimated 90% of the area occupied, leaving residents vulnerable to violence and displacement.

Portugal’s centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition retains power with nearly a third of the vote, amidst a significant rise of the far-right Chega party, now joint second with the Socialists.

The Nampo agricultural fair in Bothaville, South Africa, hosted thousands of farmers, including Afrikaners, ahead of a meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and U.S. President Donald Trump, where refugee status for Afrikaners was a key issue.

The US State Department has implemented a visa ban targeting owners, executives, and senior officials of Indian travel agencies accused of facilitating illegal immigration to the US.

The Met Office’s new Azure-based supercomputer aims to enhance 14-day forecast accuracy to levels comparable with current seven-day forecasts.

David Chester, 57, died while attempting to assist firefighters during a blaze at a former RAF base in Oxfordshire.

Sir Keir Starmer described the new UK-EU Cooperation Agreement as a “landmark deal,” with potential economic contributions estimated at £90 billion by 2040, though the specifics remain to be confirmed.

Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine will “immediately” begin ceasefire negotiations following a two-hour conversation with Vladimir Putin, though details on how this differs from ongoing talks in Turkey remain unclear.

The £9bn GDP boost from the UK-EU trade agreement announced by Sir Keir Starmer translates to only 0.2% of GDP by 2040, far less than the estimated 4% negative impact of Brexit.

The UK and EU have reached a new trade deal after extensive negotiations, with key provisions including improved travel for British passport holders and the reinstatement of pet passports for easier pet travel.

A 15-year-old swimmer, David Chiaka Ejimofor, tragically drowned after jumping from a pier at Aberavon Beach on 19 June 2023.