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Dramatic thunderstorm hits London with lightning strikes seen across capital

Second spectacular thunderstorm in a week hits London amid record-breaking heatwave

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West End performers swelter in 36C heat as theatres urged to push back shows

At least three theatres are reporting highs of 30C as the union encourages World Cup-inspired hydration breaks

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Why eight London boroughs are defying the capital's 'secondary wave' of falling pupil numbers

Barking and Dagenham, Havering, Brent, Ealing, Hounslow and Barnet have all seen school rolls grow

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King to formally open seventh session of Scottish Parliament

A ceremony will take place at the Scottish Parliament on Saturday.

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England fans expecting comfortable win as flights booked for knockouts

More than 15,000 England fans are expected to travel to the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Saturday.

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Take That celebrate more than 30 years of hits as Circus tour rolls into London

Originally staged in 2009, The Circus Live 2026 revival recreates much of the original circus themed spectacle.

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Thomas Tuchel reveals Declan Rice injury latest in two-man England update

Thomas Tuchel has also delivered an update on Elliot Anderson, who is dealing with some muscle tightness

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Andy Burnham to set out economic vision in first major speech of leadership bid

A long-standing proponent of devolution, Mr Burnham will set out plans to boost economic growth by giving regional mayors more control.

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Temperatures to drop after record-breaking heatwave

Friday was confirmed by the Met Office as the UK’s hottest June day on record.

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Scotland’s safety put at risk by Westminster’s armed forces cuts – SNP

The party pointed to figures showing reductions to personnel and defence spending as a percentage of GDP.

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England: Thomas Tuchel issues Reece James injury update after fresh setback confirmed

The defender will miss England’s final group game against Panama

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Why Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard did not play for Norway against France

Stale Solbakken dropped top goalscorer and captain for last group stage outing

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Madonna opens up on recording duet with daughter Lourdes: 'A very healing experience'

The pop icon has also revealed how her brother’s death inspired a track on her latest album.

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Madonna says she was ‘disturbed’ when vintage Coachella costume went missing

She also said the costume was stolen and she is still awaiting its return.

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Madonna says it was a ‘very healing experience’ to record song with daughter

The US pop star, 67, reflected on the creative process behind her upcoming record.

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Harry to ‘take Archie and Lilibet to Diana’s grave for first time’ on UK visit

Diana died aged 36 as a result of injuries sustained in a car crash in Paris in August 1997 while Harry was a child.

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Why Scotland have not been eliminated from World Cup after Senegal win today

It remains a waiting game for Scotland with two rounds of group stage fixtures remaining

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Channing Tatum cheers on Norway dressed as footballer Erling Haaland

The 46-year-old sported a blond wig and Norway’s red and blue football kit during Friday’s World Cup fixture against at Boston Stadium.

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Mahmood to open safe routes for refugees while restricting rights claims

The Home Secretary said her plan was to ensure the UK has a trusted asylum system for ‘generations to come’.

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Manu Kone: Why Arsenal should consider transfer for Bruno Guimaraes alternative dubbed France's best

Gunners are expected to bolster their midfield options this summer

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Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson says he has the ‘utmost respect’ for the military

The singer and honorary RAF Group Captain met members of the military community at the RAF Odiham base on Friday ahead of Armed Forces Day.

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Norway 1-4 France: Ousmane Dembele scores stunning hat-trick as Les Bleus qualify as group winners

Les Bleus become just the second team to win all three group games at this summer’s World Cup

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Gracie Abrams co-wrote a song with Paul Mescal for her upcoming album

The singer, known for the song That’s So True, revealed she co-wrote the song Imaginary Friend with her boyfriend, Normal People actor, Paul Mescal.

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Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour reunite as father-daughter duo in Spy Drama

The streamer announced on Friday that the Stranger Things stars will reunite in a new A24 drama penned by Adolescence screenwriter, Jack Thorne.

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Paddy Power World Cup 2026 offer: 50/1 for a goal to be scored in England vs Panama

Paddy Power are offering enhanced odds of 50/1 on a goal being scored in England’s final Group L game

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