Iga Swiatek was eliminated in the round of 16 of the WTA 1000 tournament on hard courts in Montreal. The second-seeded tennis player, recent winner of the Wimbledon Grand Slam, lost to Denmark's Clara Tauson 6:7 (1-7), 3:6.more

Several cities in eastern Australia were covered with the thickest layer of snow in decades when a storm raged across the region over the weekend, causing flooding, immobilising vehicles and cutting off power to thousands of homes, Reuters reported yesterday, citing local authorities.more

The United Kingdom announced yesterday that individuals advertising illegal border crossings or the sale of fake passports on social media face up to five years in prison. According to the British government, the new law will help combat human trafficking gangs.more

Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas, a social democrat accused of corruption, announced that he will formally resign this morning. Among the four candidates for the new prime minister is Robert Duchniewicz, deputy head of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP) and mayor of the Vilnius region.more

Storm Floris has brought travel disruption to the UK, with an amber weather warning set to come into force. Some train and ferry services have already been cancelled with more likely to be impacted, including air and road transport.more

An analysis of a report on the number of oil spills between 2014 and 2019 and scientific research of satellite images showed that only 0.5% of the more than 90,000 such incidents that occurred during that period were officially reported, according to ‘The Guardian’ newspaper.more

The Polish volleyball team defeated Italy 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 25-14) in the Nations League final in Ningbo, China. This was the second time the Polish team had triumphed in this competition, having previously finished first in 2023.more

Chesham and Amersham, a leafy area in Buckinghamshire, has been named Britain's top retirement destination, according to a new comprehensive index. The area, celebrated for its convenient transport links to London, charming historic streets, and as a gateway to the picturesque Chilterns, secured the highest ranking in L&G's study. more

As travel hits its peak during the bustling summer season, families are jetting off around the world for their well-deserved holidays. Airports and holiday firms are seeing a spike in bookings, but finding comfort on those flights can still be a bit of a squeeze, writes MyLondon.news.more

A 76-year-old man has appeared in court facing charges related to sweets allegedly laced with sedatives after children fell ill at a summer camp in Leicestershire.more

SAINTS have confirmed that goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has joined Premier League side Newcastle United on loan with an option to buy.more

An extreme nationalist group pursuing white supremacy has purchased land near the village of Llanafan Fawr in Wales to build a housing estate, the Times reported yesterday. The British right-wing party Reform UK confirmed that these activists are being vetted to prevent them from joining its ranks.more

Fifteen people have been arrested after protests across England outside hotels used to house asylum seekers. Anti-migrant groups and counter demonstrators clashed in London and Newcastle, and before a march in Manchester city centre.more

A team of Portuguese and Spanish chemists has developed a bracelet that warns against consuming drinks containing dissolved so-called rape pills. These cause partial or complete loss of consciousness and an inability to make decisions.more

The Polish volleyball team defeated Brazil 3-0 (28-26, 25-19, 25-21) in the Nations League semifinals in Ningbo, China. They will face Italy in today's final. Brazil will play Slovenia for third place.more

An “almost forgotten” river in east London will be revitalised and opened up to the public as part of a £3 million regeneration scheme, developers say.more

London stands out as a city of renters, not owners – and the latest figures lay bare just how stark the contrast is. New data from the Office for National Statistics shows that the five areas with the lowest levels of outright homeownership in England are all in the capital, with less than 13% of homes in Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Southwark, Islington and Lambeth owned outright by their occupants. more

Russian leader Vladimir Putin is not ready for serious negotiations on Ukraine, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said in an interview published today in ‘The Guardian’. In his opinion, Putin “still has maximalist and imperialist ambitions”.more

Famous Argentine striker Lionel Messi has signed a new three-year contract with Inter Miami, according to Argentine and Spanish media reports. The captain of the current world champions has been playing for the American club in the MLS league since 2023.more

US President Donald Trump yesterday ordered two nuclear-powered submarines to be deployed to ‘appropriate areas’ in response to threats from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. In an interview with Newsmax TV, he added that they are now ‘closer to Russia.’more

The Scottish government has given the green light to the construction of the world's largest offshore wind farm. The decision was made a few days after US President Donald Trump, who was visiting the UK, criticised the project. Environmentalists warn that the investment poses a threat to marine fauna.more

Wizz Air has announced the launch of six new routes from Katowice and the addition of another Airbus A321neo to its Katowice base, according to Katowice Airport spokesman Piotr Adamczyk.more

Second seed Iga Świątek defeated Germany's Eva Lys 6:2, 6:2 and advanced to the round of 16 at the WTA 1000 tennis tournament in Montreal. The Polish player's next opponent will be 16th seed Clara Tauson of Denmark.more

For those of us in landlocked London, the closest thing to a beach is typically a warehouse filled with heaps of sand, a bartender concocting vibrant cocktails, and some second-rate David Guetta impersonator mumbling over a track. Luckily, we have several stunning beaches just a hop, skip and a jump away.more

Storm Floris is forecast to bring unseasonably strong winds to the UK on Monday, the Met Office has said. The strongest winds are expected during the afternoon and night across Scotland, with gusts of up to 85mph possible on exposed coasts and hills.more