Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost

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Your ten-minute cheat sheet to the day’s news. From politics, global conflicts to pop culture, sport and everything in between.
Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up — fast.

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Thursday · 9 min
Investment in nuclear submarines | Half the UK in drought
Andy Burnham is set to announce an £8.4 billion investment in the production of the next generation of nuclear submarines. Also today, A major incident has been declared in Suffolk after a large wildfire broke out amid drought conditions. Plus FIFA president Gianni Infantino defends private investment plans. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Wednesday · 9 min
Burnham pushes social care reform | Village cricket goes viral
Andy Burnham has invited the leaders of the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats to join him for talks on reforming social care in England. Also today, FIFA faces backlash over plans to sell commercial rights to its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors. Plus, local cricket has gone viral after a video catches a player 'cheating'. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Tuesday · 9 min
Burnham education changes | Polanski referred to police
There are plenty of updates from the new government, as Andy Burnham says technical training will be valued as much as academia for youngsters, and rules out abolishing stamp duty. Also today, latest on the wildfires in Spain and France, and Green Party leader Zack Polanski is referred to police. And finally, Tottenham makes history as the first Premier League club to charge £90 for a replica home shirt. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 27 · 11 min
Wildfires ravage Europe | Burnham to call early election?
Over 300,000 people have been evacuated in France and Spain as wildfires spread. Also today, could Andy Burnham be looking to call an early election later this year? He hosts Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy today. President Trump pauses strikes against Iran to "give talks some space". And finally, The Odyssey leads to more people wanting to study Greek. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 24 · 11 min
Burnham in Number 10 North | New Trump tariffs
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will spend his first day in the new Number 10 North today, as he hosts a meeting of the National Economic Council. Also today, President Trump introduces new tariffs on 60 countries, the UK responds to threats from Iran, and a famous tailor sues for £550,000 after his wine goes "mouldy". Anna and Amanda have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 23 · 11 min
Tax cuts for pubs and clubs | Gary Lineker calls for wealth tax
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues. Burnham has also faced calls to introduce a wealth tax by famous faces including Gary Lineker, and to pause the early release scheme from prison. Also today, a date is set for former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro’s trial in the US, and airport drop-off fees rise by a third. Leah and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 22 · 10 min
Burnham's "cost of living government" | Zelenskyy sacks head of armed forces
In his first day as prime minister, Burnham promised to lead a "cost of living government”, but one of his early efforts to deal with the cost of living crisis has already come under scrutiny. Also today, President Zelenskyy sacks his armed forces chief days after his defence minister is dismissed, and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has asked for more money from Congress for the Iran war, admitting that it’s cost more than previous estimates. And finally, are shorts ever acceptable in the office? The debate has intensified in Japan as politicians in Tokyo encourage men to dress more casually at work. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 21 · 11 min
Burnham cuts tax on electricity bills | Newcastle legend Keegan dies
Britain has a new prime minister, with Andy Burnham officially entering Number 10 yesterday. He has announced electricity bills will be cut, funded by the cancellation of the digital ID programme. We also found out who has been picked for the top jobs in his cabinet, with John Healey picked as chancellor, as Wes Streeting became defence secretary and Angela Rayner made a return too. Also today, a man is charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, the latest on the Iran war, and the Tate brothers appear in court in Miami. And finally, Newcastle and England football legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 20 · 11 min
World Cup win for Spain | New PM for UK
There's a new World Cup winner and soon a new prime minister. Spain are the new winners of the trophy, after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. While Andy Burnham collects the keys for No.10 later - he'll use his first speech as prime minister to promise 'more breathing room' on the cost of living crisis and a more 'stable and responsible' politics. Plus, Odyssey has had an epic weekend at the Box Office, already bringing in almost £200m worldwide. Anna Jones and Lucy McDaid discuss what news you need to know today, in just 10 minutes.
July 17 · 12 min
Burnham to become Labour leader | Tuchel blames England team's 'DNA' | Trump accuses China of election interference
Andy Burnham will become Labour leader today ahead of replacing Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister next week. Days after England’s bruising semi-final defeat to their bitter rivals Argentina, Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel has blamed the loss on something in his team’s “DNA”. Donald Trump has returned to one of his favourite topics - election interference - after accusing China of helping Joe Biden to defeat him in the 2020 presidential race. Spare a thought for teenagers who like scrolling through social media while sipping energy drinks. Weeks after it was announced teenagers under 16 will be banned from using apps such as Instagram and TikTok - the government has now said they will no longer be able to buy high-caffeine energy products such as Red Bull and Monster from April. Finally - people will be allowed to marry in places such as pubs, hot air balloons and their own homes in what the government is calling the biggest shake-up in wedding laws in nearly 200 years. Kamali Melbourne and Mhari Aurora have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 16 · 12 min
England's World Cup heartbreak | Starmer's emotional farewell | Summer childcare costs rise
Kamali Melbourne and Mhari Aurora have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 15 · 10 min
England to face Argentina | Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' | T-Rex fossil sells for over $50m
England are preparing for the latest chapter in their heated rivalry with Argentina - as the two countries face each other in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta tonight. Police are exploring whether Ann Widdecombe’s last TV appearance on the day of her death formed part of the motive for the attack. Trump has backed down on a proposed 20% toll on ships using the Strait of Hormuz but a US blockade of Iranian ports has restarted. Meanwhile, the government has announced plans for an overnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds. Finally, a T-Rex fossil has sold for over $50m - the most ever paid for a dinosaur. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 14 · 9 min
Widdecombe death investigated as terror-related | UK in grip of 'firewave' | France to face Spain in World Cup semi-final
Counter-terror police are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe after saying “new information and evidence came to light”. The US has carried out strikes on Iran for the third night in a row - while the UAE says at least one crew member died after Iran hit tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Scientists and environmentalists have said the UK is in the grip of a “firewave” as the heatwave provides perfect conditions for wildfires. Meanwhile, Andy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the next prime minister with 349 Labour MPs having now nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer. Finally, France face Spain at the Dallas Stadium in Texas in the first semi-final of the World Cup.
July 13 · 11 min
Widdecombe murder arrest | England to face Argentina | UK heatwave warnings
Sopy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 10 · 10 min
Burnham 1 MP away from being PM | New vaping rules
Andy Burnham is on the cusp of becoming the next prime minister after he secured the support of 322 Labour MPs on the first day of the nomination process. Also today, the latest on the Iran war, plans for new vaping regulations and a hosepipe ban. And finally, England football coach Thomas Tuchel is said to be frustrated by FIFA upgrading Jarell Quansah’s suspension from one match to two. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 9 · 10 min
Grooming gang law change | Fery-tale continues at Wimbledon
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes overnight, and more donations to Reform UK are being investigated by authorities. Also today, the home secretary is set to change the law so the freed ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang can be deported. And finally, Arthur Fery is into the Wimbledon semi-finals after a convincing three set victory against ninth seed Flavio Cobolli. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 8 · 11 min
Strikes in Strait of Hormuz | Farage triggers by-election
The US has confirmed it’s hit more than 80 Iranian targets overnight after three commercial vessels were allegedly hit by Iran in the Strait. Iran’s military said it would deliver a “crushing response”- and it has done just that, targeting 85 American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Also today- Nigel Farage resigns as an MP, triggering a by-election and Prince Harry loses his court case. And finally, Lionel Messi helps rescue Argentina as they secure a comeback victory to make the World Cup quarter-finals. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 7 · 12 min
Farage financial scrutiny | Fery Wimbledon success
It’s another day of pressure for Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, over his financial affairs, with focus on benefits he received from George Cottrell, a convicted criminal and crypto-gambler. Also today- Fifa’s decision to allow Folarin Balogun to play for the USA after a phone call between Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino overshadows last night’s action on the pitch. Sir Keir Starmer will arrive in Turkey today for a Nato summit, and MPs are calling for the government to scrap the freeze on the student loan repayment threshold at the next budget. And finally, British wildcard Arthur Fery has made the quarter-finals of Wimbledon. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
July 6 · 11 min
England through to World Cup quarter finals - what happened?
England are one step closer to bringing football home after beating Mexico 3-2 in their World Cup last-16 clash. If you're just waking up, don't worry - Sophy and Wilf walk through everything that happened in the dramatic game. They also have the day's other news including fresh allegations facing Nigel Farage - that he failed to declare financial support given to him by a convicted criminal. Plus, the week-long state funeral proceedings have begun for Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
July 3 · 10 min
Burnham makes manifesto pledge | Pubs to stay open for World Cup
Andy Burnham has said he will stick to Labour's 2024 manifesto and the promises it made, but believes there's "room for movement on tax". Two teenage boys have had their sentences for rape increased after they were found to be "unduly lenient" by the Court of Appeal. Also today... the NHS is going to launch a "marathon a month" challenge, asking people to walk for around 30 minutes a day. And finally, pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday, allowing football fans to watch the Three Lions' World Cup clash with Mexico. Kamali and Amanda have the day's news in just 10 minutes.