Day: June 23, 2026
England fans allowing themselves to be ‘optimistic’ ahead of Ghana match
June 23, 2026England fans have said they are allowing themselves to be “optimistic for once” ahead of their second World Cup match against Ghana. The Three Lions secured a statement 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas in their tournament opener, leaving many fans confident of the team’s chances in the tournament. More than 14,000 supporters are expected […]
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Burnham to give speech on economy after Starmer resignation clears way to No 10
June 23, 2026Andy Burnham is set to pledge growth and commit to Labour’s budget rules as he seeks to burnish his economic credentials after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation left him all but certain to enter No 10. The former Greater Manchester mayor is expected to give a speech on fiscal policy next week, as first reported by […]
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Former SNP chief Murrell to be sentenced for embezzling £400,000 of party funds
June 23, 2026Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell is due to be sentenced after he admitted embezzling more than £400,000 from the party. The 61-year-old used the funds to make hundreds of extravagant purchases, including a £124,550 motorhome, cars, jewellery, luxury homewares and designer stationery. He also falsified accounting records and created fake invoices in a bid […]
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Dozens of schools to close amid impending rare red warnings for extreme heat
June 23, 2026Some schools will remain open this week but close at about lunchtime on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, including Pewsey Vale School, Dilton Marsh Primary and Malmesbury School in Wiltshire, Ditton Park Academy in Slough, Berkshire, The Bulmershe School in Reading, Berkshire, Cheam High School in Surrey and Sydenham School in London.
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