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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May 11 · 11 min
Starmer battles to keep job | BAFTA roundup | Four-day week to combat obesity?
Today could end up being a defining day for Sir Keir Starmer's premiership, as pressure grows on him to step down. Labour MP and foreign minister Catherine West is threatening to launch a leadership challenge unless a major speech by the PM hits the mark. Peace between the US and Iran appears unlikely after Donald Trump said proposals put forward by Tehran are "totally unacceptable". Twenty British nationals who were evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak are now self-isolating for 72 hours at a hospital on Merseyside. And British drama Adolescence wins even more awards after cleaning up at the TV BAFTAs. Plus: could working a four-day week tackle the obesity crisis? Scientists have found the hours someone works can be linked to their weight. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
May 8 · 11 min
Labour suffer horror night in local elections | US and Iran continue attacks | Villa and Palace European footy success
It has been a night of horror for Labour in the Local elections, while Reform UK have made significant gains. Sir Keir Starmer's party has been haemorrhaging seats as local authorities began declaring overnight, in a set of contests that could prove decisive for his premiership. The US Central Command has said it intercepted "unprovoked Iranian attacks" and responded through targeting launch sites in Iran. This is after an Iranian military spokesperson confirmed they had attacked US vessels, for what they described as "the aggressive, terrorist, and pirate US military (having) violated the ceasefire". A 39-year-old man has been charged following an incident near Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's home in Norfolk. Two men have been convicted in the first case relating to Chinese espionage in British history. And finally, Aston Villa beat Nottingham Forest 4-0 to reach the Europa League final where they will be looking to win their first major title in 30 years. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
May 7 · 13 min
Trump says war will be 'over quickly' | Hantavirus cases rise | Iran wants 'no insults' of IRGC at World Cup
Millions of voters in England, Wales and Scotland will head to the polls today. There are council elections in England, while devolved parliaments are up for grabs in Scotland and Wales, as well as six local mayoralties in London. Donald Trump has once again claimed the war with Iran is nearing an end – saying a peace agreement will be made and the conflict will be "over quickly". The president has been bullish throughout the war, saying the US is dominating, but details of a leaked memo from the White House might suggest otherwise. A British hantavirus patient has told Sky News he is isolating in hospital after being evacuated from the cruise ship at the centre of the outbreak. US secretary of state Marco Rubio will have his work cut out for him today as he heads to Rome to meet the Pope after weeks of back-and-forth between the leader of the Catholic Church and Mr Trump. Iran's football chief has said he wants assurances that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will not be insulted by the US during the World Cup this summer. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
May 6 · 11 min
'Project Freedom' paused | Google AI workers worried about military uses | End of morning airport pint?
It looks like Donald Trump has blinked first in the standoff between the US and Iran as he has announced he will be pausing "Project Freedom". He added in a post on Truth Social, his social media site, that the decision came at the request of Pakistan and other nations. Hate crimes will be fast-tracked when it comes to prosecutions in England and Wales in an effort to deal with the spike in antisemitism. The cruise ship at the centre of an outbreak of hantavirus will set sail to the Canary Islands. There are reported to be "scores" of workers at Google DeepMind who insist their technology shouldn't be used to make "genocide cheaper, faster and more efficient". And finally, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has called for a ban on alcohol being served before morning flights, in an effort to deal with bad passenger behaviour. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
May 5 · 12 min
Project Freedom or Project Deadlock? | PM to discuss antisemitism | Which airport has longest delays in UK?
Iran has warned the US that no military solution can bring about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran claims to have struck an American warship in the crucial waterway, while Washington says it's destroyed seven of Iran's "fast boats". Sir Keir Starmer has warned that a rise in attacks against British Jews is "a crisis for all of us" and requires a "whole of society" response. The prime minister is set to meet senior figures from all walks of public life to discuss growing antisemitism in Britain. Two people were killed after a car ploughed into a crowd in the eastern German city of Leipzig on Monday afternoon. Three people have died, including a Dutch couple and a German national, after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde. And finally, Manchester Airport tops the table for the longest average flight delays in the UK last year. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
May 1 · 11 min
Terror threat level raised | Trump’s Iran deadline looms | Renters’ Rights Act comes into force
The terrorism threat level in the UK has been raised from "substantial" to "severe" following the stabbing of two Jewish men in north London. That means a terror attack is considered to be highly likely in the next six months. Donald Trump faces a key deadline in his war with Iran under a law which limits the president sending the military into combat for an extended period without authorisation from Congress. Plus, the new Renters' Rights Act comes into force today. It’s described as the biggest shake-up to renting in England for more than 30 years. And the Tony Blair Institute has called to scrap the triple lock pensions – arguing for a "lifespan fund" instead. Anna and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 30 · 12 min
Terror incident declared | Oil price hits 4 year high | Elon Musk and Sam Altman battle in court
Counterterrorism police have searched a property in southeast London after a 45-year-old man was arrested over the stabbing of two Jewish men. Police have declared the attack a terrorist incident. Oil has hit a record high price during the war between Iran and the US as negotiations stall. Plus, it’s revealed Nigel Farage received a £5m donation before he became an MP. His team say it "was a personal unconditional gift that was given before he was elected". And tech billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman battle in court over OpenAI and its profit-focused position. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 29 · 11 min
King's speech to Congress | Starmer survives vote | New red card rules ahead of World Cup
King Charles has given speeches in Congress and the White House as his state visit to the US continues. The prime minister has survived a vote for him to face a parliamentary investigation into whether he misled MPs over Peter Mandelson. And the former FBI director James Comey faces an arrest warrant for a post on social media. Plus, players at the World Cup face a new rule that could see them immediately red carded. Leah and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 28 · 11 min
Starmer under pressure | Social media ban for under-16s | Taylor Swift voice trademark
Starmer faces a crunch moment as his former chief of staff is grilled over the Mandelson appointment and MPs vote on whether to investigate the PM. We look at new data linking domestic abuse and suicide among teenagers, and why police are warning about “toxic” online influences. Plus, the UK moves closer to restricting social media for under-16s, and Taylor Swift takes on AI with a legal fight over her voice and image. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes. Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org in the UK. In the US, call the Samaritans branch in your area or 1 (800) 273-TALK.
April 27 · 10 min
Trump suspect shooter’s note | Royal go-ahead for US state visit | Israel’s Netanyahu under election threat
King Charles heads to Washington for a high-stakes state visit just days after a shooting targeting US President Donald Trump, raising fresh questions about security. It comes as it emerges the suspected gunman at the White House press dinner sent a note to members of his family before the shooting, according to Sky News' US partner network, NBC News. In it, he apologised to his parents, as well as colleagues and bystanders, for what he was about to do. Also, Sir Keir Starmer sets out plans to crack down on shoplifting, and in Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu's rivals join forces in a bid to oust him from power. Plus, record-breaking runs at the London Marathon. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 24 · 10 min
Trump hits out at Prince Harry | Assisted dying bill falters | World Cup tickets on sale for millions of dollars
Donald Trump says the “clock is ticking for Iran” but insists he has "all the time in the world" to make a deal to end the war. The US President also hit out at Prince Harry after comments about the US administration during a surprise visit to Ukraine. And the assisted dying bill officially runs out of time today after being stalled in the House of Lords. Police have closed their investigation into reports of a rape in Epsom that led to widespread public disorder, with the force saying that "no sexual offence occurred". And a US soldier involved in the capture of Nicolas Maduro has been arrested after he allegedly made $409,000 by betting it was going to happen. Plus, tickets for the World Cup final in the US have gone on sale for more than $2m each. Kamali and Rob have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 23 · 12 min
Iran war ceasefire violation accusations | More civil service Mandelson questions | NHS maternity deaths
Iran tensions escalate as Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz cannot reopen, blaming US and Israeli “violations” of a fragile ceasefire. In Westminster, pressure mounts on Keir Starmer as senior civil service figures face questions over the Peter Mandelson vetting row. And the NHS announces sweeping changes to maternity care after a rise in deaths during and after pregnancy. Plus, a major shift at the top of the Premier League. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 22 · 12 min
Trump extends Iran ceasefire | Starmer faces calls to step down | Coventry win the Championship
Just hours before the ceasefire between the US and Iran was due to expire, Donald Trump said he would extend it until talks between the two countries have progressed. He also said the blockade of Iranian ports would continue until Tehran presents what he called a "unified proposal" to end the war. Sir Keir Starmer is facing a new headache after the former head of the foreign office, Sir Olly Robbins, gave evidence to a Foreign Affairs Committee in which he accused the Number 10 operation of having taken "a dismissive approach" to the security vetting of the since-fired ambassador. The airline Lufthansa has said 20,000 short-haul flights are being cut from its schedule this summer, blaming the decision on the cost of jet fuel. The children's commissioner has warned that too many children are still being subjected to "intrusive and traumatic" strip searches by the police. Coventry City have been promoted to the Premier League, as former champions Leicester are relegated to the third tier of English football. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 21 · 12 min
Sir Olly Robbins to face committee | Mobile phones to be banned in schools in England? | Nike faces backlash from walkers
Sir Keir Starmer told MPs yesterday in the House of Commons that officials in the Foreign Office deliberately and repeatedly withheld the fact Lord Mandelson initially failed security vetting for the role of US ambassador. But his version of events could be challenged today by Sir Olly Robbins, the top civil servant at the Foreign Office who left his post last week, who will face the Foreign Affairs Select Committee at 9am. US vice president JD Vance is expected to travel to Pakistan for a second round of talks with Iran today, but it is unclear if Iran will attend. The government has made another U-turn, this time on banning mobile phones in schools in England. Apple has a new CEO after Tim Cook announced he would be stepping down, to be replaced by John Ternus. Nike has been accused of shaming walkers in adverts that have appeared at different locations for parkruns across south London. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 20 · 11 min
Iranian cargo ship seized | PM faces Commons over Mandelson | Bear costume fraud
Donald Trump has confirmed that the US seized an Iranian cargo ship which was trying to pass the naval blockade. This has been described by Iranian officials to have violated the terms of the ceasefire, who have decided to close the Strait of Hormuz once again. While in Lebanon, a number of soldiers have been killed over the last 24 hours despite a 10-day truce being in place between Israel and Lebanon. The prime minister faces one of the toughest days of his premiership today as he faces MPs in the Commons, where he will provide a statement on how Peter Mandelson was able to become the UK's ambassador to the United States despite failing the vetting process. Eight children between the ages of one and 14 have been killed in a mass shooting in Louisiana. Counter terror police are investigating whether "Iranian proxies" are behind a string of arson attacks in London. Dozens of firefighters have been tackling a blaze throughout Sunday evening at a derelict historical building in Ballycastle, Northern Ireland. Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud in the US after claiming their car was damaged by a bear - only for the bear to actually be somebody in a bear costume. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 17 · 10 min
Further resignation over Mandelson | Music Fan Association
The top civil servant at the Foreign Office, Sir Olly Robbins, will leave his position over the decision to make Peter Mandelson ambassador to the US- but will this relieve the pressure on the PM? A 10 day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon came into effect last night, but Israel has been accused of continuing to carry out attacks. An immigration officer in the US has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing his gun at people in a car. Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr is the first ICE agent to be charged with assault in Minnesota. Ministers are being urged to ban the resale of concert tickets above face value. A new report into the music industry claims fans are being "ripped off". There will be a Midlands derby in the Europa League Semi-Finals between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest at the end of the month. Leah and Kamali have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 16 · 12 min
3 prisoners released incorrectly each week | Man sentenced for smuggling… ants
There are hopes that a ceasefire could be reached in southern Lebanon, where Israel has continued to carry out strikes. And there are positive signs for peace between Iran and the US too, as they are expected to meet once again in Pakistan next week for a new round of negotiations. The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years. Sir Keir Starmer will meet leaders from Meta, Snap, Google, TikTok and X to discuss how to protect young people online. Three prisoners were released in error every week in England and Wales over the last year. One in five teenagers in the UK do not share their political views due to a fear of being "cancelled", according to a new report. And a Chinese man has been sentenced after attempting to smuggle thousands of live ants out of Kenya. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 15 · 12 min
Asylum hotel numbers cut | What are Brits’ ‘moral taste buds’?
US Vice President JD Vance has said the US will continue to negotiate with Iran, with President Trump on the lookout for a "bargain". Vance was in Islamabad last weekend for the negotiations with Iran, which lasted 21 hours, and despite not reaching a formal resolution, he claimed the US made a "ton of progress". Details of the King and Queen's state visit to the US have been released. The number of asylum hotels has fallen to 185 after the Government confirmed 11 will no longer be used to house people seeking asylum. Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the NHS has a problem with "basic, everyday sexism". He is introducing changes to stop women from being "ignored, gaslit, humiliated and disrespected". Researchers, from Uppsala, Mälardalen and Linköping universities in Sweden and the University of South Carolina in the United States, claim that each nation have their own "moral taste buds" which mean they find different behaviours more or less frustrating. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 14 · 11 min
Spanish PM wife charged | Brit Rock & Roll success
Washington and Tehran continue to exchange threats as a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, led by the US, comes into effect. US Central Command has confirmed any ships entering or leaving Iranian ports will now be subject to this blockade. Donald Trump has landed himself in hot water following a post on Truth Social in which he shared an AI-generated image, seeming to depict himself as Jesus Christ. The Southport attack would have been prevented if Axel Rudakubana's parents told the authorities what they knew about the killer, a public inquiry has found. The wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Begoña Gómez, has been charged with corruption following a two-year investigation. And a record-breaking six British acts are to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
April 13 · 11 min
Significant Hungarian election | New school dinner menu
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been ousted from power after 16 years in charge. Leader of the centre-right party Peter Magyar held a victory rally late last night as his party is expected to win around two-thirds of the 199 seats in the Hungarian parliament. A blockade on the Strait of Hormuz led by the US Navy is set to begin at 3pm UK time after peace talks between the US and Iran broke down. Sky News understands that the UK will not be involved. More than 60% of underage Australians are still using social media, despite the country’s world-first ban coming into force four months ago. Foods that are high in sugar or deep-fried will be off the menu in schools across England as the government sets out new plans to tackle childhood obesity. And finally, Rory McIlroy has done it again, winning the Masters for the second year in a row. Sophy and Wilf have the day's news in just 10 minutes.