Politics
Third Sibling in 'Extraordinary' London Foundling Case Cleared for Adoption
Baby Elsa, the last of three siblings abandoned in East London over eight years, is to be adopted. The judge calls the case 'quite extraordinary' as the parents remain missing.
Culture
US Media's 'Fox Lite' Coverage of Venezuela Raid Draws Criticism
Analysis reveals how major US networks, including CBS News, adopted a soft, admiring tone towards Trump's Venezuela operation, raising questions about journalistic duty. Read the full critique.
Sports
Premier League's Wild Midweek: Record Goals, Red Cards & Tributes
Harvey Barnes scores the latest ever Premier League goal in a chaotic round of fixtures featuring Everton red cards, Spurs heartbreak, and tributes to legends Terry Yorath and Martin Chivers. Sign up for more football news.
Business
BlueScope Rejects $13.2bn Stokes Bid; Protests Loom for Israeli President's Visit
BlueScope Steel rejects a $13.2bn takeover bid, Pro-Palestine groups plan Melbourne rally against Israeli president's visit, and NSW police warn of elderly driver scams. Follow live updates.
Environment
Transport
Tube cleaning outsourced to Mitie despite union criticism
Transport for London awards cleaning contract to Mitie for five years, sparking RMT union fury. Mayor Khan commits to in-house service pilot. Full details on the decision.
London Bus Route 19, Immortalised by Dire Straits, Faces Cut
Transport for London proposes cutting the famous Route 19 bus, celebrated in a Dire Straits song. Key changes to routes 19, 38, 349, and 424 could disrupt millions of journeys. Read the full details and potential impact.
11-year-old girl dies after Tooting Bec Road collision
An 11-year-old girl has died three weeks after being hit by a car in Streatham. Police appeal for witnesses as a 54-year-old man is bailed.
Driverless Tube Plan Sparks 'Mass' Strike Warning
Reform UK's London mayoral candidate wants to automate the Underground, prompting unions to warn of major, sustained industrial action. Read the full story.
New 24/7 team to tackle London Underground graffiti
Transport for London awards Mitie a new five-year cleaning contract, establishing a dedicated 24/7 team to combat worsening graffiti on the Tube network. The intelligence-led plan follows public backlash.