The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 England produced one of its all-time great World Cup results at the iconic Azteca. Sports Illustrated · Jul 8
Kate discusses Three Peaks Challenge with former tennis star Tim Henman The future queen hiked the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours at the end of June. Evening Standard · Jul 8
Bayeux Tapestry to make secret overnight journey to London for landmark exhibition The 11th century Bayeux Tapestry will arrive in London in the coming days in a discreet overnight operation under police protection ahead of its first-ever exhibition in Britain, the UK envoy overseeing the transfer said. The 68-metre-long masterpiece, which depicts the 1066 Norman conquest of England, will go on display… France 24 · Jul 8
Kate ‘blown away’ by public support after completing Three Peaks Challenge for cancer charity Kate Middleton hiked the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours at the end of June. The Independent UK · Jul 8
Homes need more renewable energy tech – here’s how to make sure retrofits avoid creating e-waste The UK has some of the oldest houses in Europe. Half of the homes in England are rated below band C on energy performance certificates. This measure rates a property’s energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), indicating potential energy costs and environmental consequences. The Conversation · Jul 8
World Cup 2026 team power rankings: England on the rise as last eight are set We assess the teams who played in the tournament’s last 16 before the next round of games begins The Guardian - US · Jul 8
Jordan Henderson Update After Bizarre 2026 World Cup Wrist Injury The veteran midfielder fell over the advertising hoardings following England’s win over Mexico. Sports Illustrated · Jul 8
‘Plant pots in the urinals’: Lord’s pioneers reunite and reflect 50 years after first women’s game On the eve of Friday’s first women’s Test at Lord’s, nine England players and one Australian from 1976 are gathering The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Refereeing at this World Cup has been fine, we don’t need input of Tuchel and Trump Give or take the odd error, officials have got it right on most occasions, while VAR has helped them when they haven’t The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Anthony Gordon hails ‘amazing’ England World Cup team spirit and reveals advice from Harry Kane Gordon starred against Mexico, winning the match-winning penalty that was converted by Harry Kane The Independent UK · Jul 8
Alan Shearer would 'give up Premier League goal record' for an England World Cup win Premier League great is willing to sacrifice is biggest career achievement Evening Standard · Jul 8
Why are there no World Cup football matches today? After 27 consecutive days of action, the schedule is clear Evening Standard · Jul 8
How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem WORLD CUP 2026: The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions The Independent UK · Jul 8
The Independent UK · Jul 8 I played football in Harry Kane’s World Cup boots – here’s what happened 4.5/5 There are two people called Harry in this piece, and one of them is significantly better at football than the other
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Lewis Capaldi ‘buys £2,000 round’ in London pub to celebrate England victory IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Lewis Capaldi’s ‘lovely gesture’ to England supporters in London pub Scottish singer-songwriter partied with Rita Ora and England fans at the Marlborough pub in Mayfair as the Three Lions beat Mexico 3-2
Evening Standard · Jul 8 England: Jordan Henderson speaks out for first time after suffering freak injury at World Cup Veteran midfielder suffered a suspected broken arm while celebrating beating Mexico
Evening Standard · Jul 8 Lewis Capaldi 'splurges £2,000 on drinks for England fans' at London pub after World Cup win The Scottish singer, 29, has a history of making kind gestures to fans
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Gay sex is a crime in several countries. A London court could change that Gay sex is a crime in Grenada, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Is Neymar the first to bookend his international career with goals at the same venue? Plus: national team colours that are different from flags; Senegal’s goal difference record setters; and Scotland’s unbeaten 1974 tournament
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gautam Gambhir on India's struggles in UK In light of recent setbacks, head coach Gautam Gambhir pointed out the team's insufficient game awareness as a key issue. The Indian T20 squad is undergoing a notable transition, with several established players missing and newcomers stepping in. Gambhir stressed the importance of granting athletes more time to evolve. He…
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Forget the Gym—Walk 30 Minutes Daily, and You'll Earn Rewards Under the New NHS Plan NHS England's new health plan rewards daily walking with vouchers and discounts. Join the initiative to improve your health and earn exciting rewards by simply walking 30 minutes a day.
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Back to 'normal' conditions here after playing on easy wickets in IPL: England pacer Jofra Archer Jofra Archer feels English bowling conditions are normal after playing in India. England secured a significant victory against India in the third T20I match. Indian batters struggled with the challenging UK conditions throughout the series. Archer and Tongue's pace proved effective in dismantling India's batting lineup. The series continues with…
Euronews · Jul 8 Vikings, Victorians and vultures: UK’s first live-action historical show park to open in July The new attraction, Kynren – The Storied Lands, tells stories from England’s history both real and fictional across shows and immersive experiences.