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Sir Keir Starmer will today warn that Britain stands at a fork in the road, as he contrasts Labour with Reform in his closing conference speech. Due to speak at 2pm, the prime minister is expected to frame the choice as one between decency or division, renewal or decline. He’ll tell delegates the fight for the country’s future is as significant as rebuilding after the Second World War, insisting the […]

Team Europe have retained the Ryder Cup in New York, fending off a last-minute challenge from Team USA. After an extraordinary performance on day two, Europe held an 11.5-4.5 lead, edging closer to the 14 points needed to secure the trophy. A key moment came before Sunday’s final matches, when America’s Viktor Hovland withdrew with an injury, awarding half a point to both sides. Despite a spirited comeback that saw […]

England are celebrating their third Women’s Rugby World Cup title after overpowering Canada 33–13 in the final. Alex Matthews crossed twice, with Ellie Kildunne, Amy Cokayne and Abbie Ward also scoring tries. Ranked number one in the world, the Red Roses stormed into a 13-point lead by half-time in front of a record home crowd at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium. England extended their dominance, adding the trophy to their seventh straight […]

Donald Trump says a breakthrough on Gaza could be close. Speaking before boarding Marine One at the White House, the president told reporters he believes a deal is within reach. He said it could secure the release of hostages and bring an end to the conflict, describing it as “a deal that will end the war.” Elon Musk’s name has surfaced in documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Files released by […]

Jaguar Land Rover says parts of its IT systems are now back online following a cyber attack that forced a halt in production across its UK factories. Since 31 August, staff have been unable to work, and suppliers have been affected across the car-making supply chain. A company spokesperson confirmed that the controlled, phased restart is underway, with colleagues, suppliers, and retail partners being informed as sections of the digital […]

The first family has arrived in the UK under Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s one-in, one-out deal with France. The Home Office says the arrival is part of “critical first steps” under the scheme, following the removal of four people from Britain. The new arrivals are a family of three, including a small child. The agreement, which came into force last month, aims to deport those who cross the Channel illegally […]

A convicted killer who repeatedly showed up at Cheryl Tweedy’s home has been jailed. Daniel Bannister, 50, was sentenced to twelve months after admitting a single charge of breaching a restraining order. He has also been hit with a new order banning any contact with the former Girls Aloud singer. “You are causing her anxiety,” Judge Alan Blake told him. Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird has died aged 92, Yorkshire […]

Sir Ed Davey has refused to rule out striking a deal with Sir Keir Starmer in order to stop Nigel Farage from entering Number 10. Speaking to Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby, the Liberal Democrat leader said he would "wait to see the result of the next election" before deciding on any agreement with Labour. Asked whether he would ever do a deal with Sir Keir, the party chief […]

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has approved plans for a second runway at London Gatwick Airport, as the government searches for fresh opportunities to drive economic growth. The £2.2 billion project, to be privately financed, involves moving the existing Northern Runway around twelve metres so it can be brought into regular use, alongside an expansion of terminal facilities. Gatwick argues the development will create jobs and strengthen the local economy, though […]