Trump Slams Tuchel, World Cup Winner Denied Entry, Arsenal Blow
Donald Trump criticizes Thomas Tuchel's tactics; Spain's World Cup winner Joan Capdevila denied US entry; Arsenal's William Saliba likely to miss final due to injury.
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Burnham to Shake Up Cabinet on First Day as PM
Andy Burnham will appoint a new chancellor and reshuffle his Cabinet on his first day in Downing Street, with Ed Miliband and Shabana Mahmood among the contenders for top jobs.
Tuchel Defends Tactics in Heated Press Conference
Thomas Tuchel refused to play the blame game in a tense press conference after England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, calling it his 'scar' to bear.
White House opposes ban on Argentina over Falklands banner
The White House will not support banning Argentina players from the World Cup final after they displayed a banner reading "The Falklands are Argentine" following their semi-final win over England, despite UK calls for punishment.
Tuchel right about England DNA but failed to change it in World Cup exit
Thomas Tuchel correctly identified England's deep-rooted fear of possession, but his defensive tactics against Argentina fueled those anxieties instead of fixing them, leading to a painful World Cup semi-final exit.
CCRC Must Rebuild Trust After Malkinson Failures
The Criminal Cases Review Commission faces a critical test with Lucy Letby's case after errors in Andrew Malkinson's wrongful imprisonment damaged its reputation. A review aims to restore trust.
US Soccer CEO Deflects on Trump's Role in Balogun Saga
US Soccer chief executive JT Batson avoided direct regret over Donald Trump's lobbying for Folarin Balogun's red card reversal, citing fan support as key.
Tuchel's Tactics and Squad Choices Under Fire After England Exit
England's World Cup exit to Argentina has sparked criticism of Thomas Tuchel's tactics and squad selection, with players reportedly puzzled by his defensive approach and omissions of creative options like Foden and Palmer.
Ma Xingrui Expelled from Politburo in Xi's Latest Purge
Ma Xingrui, former Xinjiang party secretary, has been expelled from the Politburo, becoming the third senior official purged since 2022 as Xi Jinping deepens his anti-corruption campaign.
China 'Strongly Dissatisfied' with UK Nationalisation of British Steel
China's Ministry of Commerce expressed strong dissatisfaction after the UK nationalised British Steel, saying it dealt a severe blow to Chinese companies' confidence in investing in the UK.
Trump admin slashes foreign journalist visas to 240 days
The Trump administration has drastically shortened visas for foreign journalists in the US from five years to 240 days, with Chinese journalists limited to 90 days, citing national security concerns.
Burnham Reveals Milk-First Tea Preference, 'Will Offend'
Incoming UK PM Andy Burnham reveals his tea-making preference (milk first) in a TikTok video, also opposing Yorkshire pudding with Christmas dinner and single-file queuing at bars.
Tuchel Blamed for England Collapse, Not Pickford
Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics are blamed for England's World Cup semi-final collapse against Argentina, not goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, despite Jude Bellingham's criticism.
Glasgow Central Reopens After Fire, Deputy FM Says Area 'Fantastic'
Glasgow Central station fully reopens on Friday, July 19, 2025, months after a devastating fire. Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth says the area looks 'fantastic' ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Three England players complained about Tuchel tactics in WC loss
Three senior England players privately complained about Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics during their 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, with reports saying his changes exacerbated their defensive retreat.
Three Lasting Legacies of Keir Starmer's Premiership
As Keir Starmer steps down, three policies—the Hillsborough Law, renters' rights, and small modular nuclear reactors—are likely to endure for decades.
Three Players May Never Play for England Again After WC Exit
Thomas Tuchel is expected to rotate his squad for the third-place play-off against France, meaning Jordan Henderson, Dan Burn, and Ivan Toney may have played their final games for England.
Tuchel Vows to Lead England into Euro 2028 Amid Backlash
Thomas Tuchel insists he is '100 percent' the right manager to lead England into Euro 2028, defending his tactics after the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
8 Bad News Items in Starmer's Final Week as PM
From MI5 failings to falling birth rates, the UK government released a series of grim announcements before the summer recess, including threats, police pay disputes, and aid cuts.
Guardian View on Starmer’s Farewell: Dignified but Necessary
Keir Starmer's final week as PM showcased strengths like Ukraine support and Hillsborough law, but his premiership failed to provide coherent direction, leading to necessary departure.
Trump's Strait Toll Plan Abandoned Amid Chaos and Confusion
Trump's suggestion to charge tolls for clearing the Strait of Hormuz was swiftly abandoned, highlighting strategic confusion as the US remains in a worse position than before the conflict with Iran.
How Dacre's Disciples Radicalised Britain's Rightwing Press
Paul Dacre's tenure at the Daily Mail created a culture of angry, campaign-driven journalism. His protégés now edit the Telegraph, Times, and Sunday Times, transforming the rightwing press with Dacre's methods.
Zelenskyy dismisses defence minister Fedorov in reshuffle
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Ukraine's popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov despite pleas from partners, as part of a wide-ranging government reshuffle.
Trump Fires New Seattle US Attorney Rogoff Within an Hour
Donald Trump fired Roger Rogoff as US attorney for western Washington less than an hour after federal judges unanimously appointed him, escalating tensions over prosecutor appointments.
Starmer Wants FIFA Probe Over Argentina Falklands Banner
Keir Starmer backs a FIFA investigation after Argentina players displayed a banner claiming the Falkland Islands for Argentina following their World Cup semi-final win against England.
Tuchel Must Go After England World Cup Failure
Thomas Tuchel's England tenure ends in semi-final defeat to Argentina. His defensive collapse cost the team a shot at the World Cup final, and he should resign.
BHA Five Recommendations for Cheltenham Festival Starts
The BHA has made five recommendations to reduce false starts at the Cheltenham Festival after nearly 40% of races were affected in 2026, including track layout changes and stricter penalties.
Michael Owen Wants Ban on Foreign Coaches After England Exit
Michael Owen has called for a ban on foreign coaches in international football after England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, citing that no nation has ever won the World Cup under a foreign manager.
UK Demands FIFA Probe Argentina Falklands Banner
The British government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina's players for displaying a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner after their World Cup semi-final win over England.
England Exit Under Tuchel: Same Old Story?
England exit another major tournament after taking the lead and sitting back, raising questions about Thomas Tuchel's management compared to Gareth Southgate.
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