Singapore opposition figure Kenneth Jeyaretnam dies at 67
What's new: The Reform Party leader had said he was seriously ill and receiving treatment in London, and a memorial will be held later.
Bloomberg, Must Share News (MS News) +1
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#London
Britain bans IRGC, 2 proxy groups after 7 antisemitic attacks
What's next: If Parliament approves, anyone aiding the groups or carrying out sabotage for them could face life in prison.
The New York Times, The Straits Times +1
Sinner retains Wimbledon title with 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Zverev
The fifth Grand Slam title also marked Sinner's 100th major win, while Zverev moved up to No. 2 in the world.
Antara News, Fox News +1
IMO rejects Iran bid to control Hormuz as US presses for halt
Why it matters: The clash sharpens pressure on Tehran after attacks on three ships and raises risks for global oil and shipping.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times +1
Linda Noskova wins Wimbledon 2026 after beating Muchova
The 21-year-old Czech claimed her first Grand Slam title and is projected to rise to world No. 7.
Antara News, Fox News
Samsung sets July 22 London launch for 3 new foldable phones
What's next: The lineup is expected to include a shorter, wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 as Samsung moves ahead of Apple's first foldable later this year.
Bloomberg, Antara News
Indonesia brings environmentally focused energy transition agenda to London
New: the government is placing tropical forests, peatlands and mangroves at the center of Indonesia's position at GETES 2026.
Antara News, Republika +1
10 years after Brexit vote, Britain still wrestles with economic fallout
Why it matters: Economists estimate the U.K. economy is 4% to 8% smaller than it would have been inside the EU.
The New York Times, The Straits Times +4
Andy Burnham nears UK leadership as Labour race opens July 9
What's next: If no rival secures 81 Labour lawmakers, Burnham could take office as prime minister by July 17.
The Straits Times, PBS NewsHour
2 passenger trains collide near Bedford, 1 killed
Nearly 90 people were injured and 11 are in very serious condition as investigators work to determine the cause.
2 trains collided near Bedford, halting London rail service
What's new: East Midlands Railway stopped London-bound service for the rest of the day as emergency crews and an air ambulance responded.
Starbucks cuts about 180 office jobs in London and Hong Kong
Why it matters: The coffee chain is shifting more control outside North America to licensees as it pushes to double its international store count.
Ukrainian man gets 7 years for arson at properties tied to Starmer
What's new: A second defendant got 2 years after prosecutors said the attacks were arranged through a Telegram account offering payment.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
Qantas sets Sydney-London nonstop for October 2027 debut
What's new: The airline expects to start ticket sales in February and charge about 20% more in premium cabins than one-stop flights.
UK jury clears ex-Nigeria oil minister on 6 bribery counts
Why it matters: The verdict ends a more than decade-long British corruption case against one of Nigeria’s best-known former officials.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times
BBC to cut 550 jobs and close programs in savings push
What's next: The broadcaster is targeting £500 million in savings over three years, with as many as 2,000 roles set to go.
London won 2026 Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize in Singapore
Why it matters: Judges cited the Elizabeth Line, a 1,500 sq km clean-air zone and free school meals reaching up to 270,000 students a day.
2 men convicted over arson attacks tied to UK PM Starmer
What's new: Prosecutors said a Telegram account called “EL Money” offered payment, but police found no evidence linking the plot to Russia.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
UK appeals court restores terrorism ban on Palestine Action
Why it matters: The ruling keeps support for the group a criminal offense, with up to 14 years in prison and about 3,000 arrests since the ban took effect.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
Japan, UK reaffirm fighter-jet pact as June contract deadline nears
What’s next: The partners aim to sign the next GCAP contract by the end of June despite funding delays in Britain.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
David Hockney dies at 88 after reshaping British art for decades
What's new: The Bradford-born painter worked across oils, prints, photography and iPads, and one pool painting sold for nearly £70 million in 2018.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour
Waymo adds $29.99 monthly robotaxi plan in 3 US cities
Why it matters: The invite-only tier targets heavy riders as Waymo looks for new revenue while Alphabet's Other Bets losses remain steep.
HSBC CEO pushes back on AI job fears, says hiring could grow
What's new: Georges Elhedery said HSBC already uses AI for compliance checks even as reports point to up to 20,000 potential cuts.
Bloomberg, The Business Times (Singapore)
UK gives tech firms 3 months to block nude images for children
What's next: Companies could face fines and even criminal liability for executives if they fail to add the controls.
British Airways eyes post-summer fare hikes as fuel costs climb
What's new: IAG expects about €2 billion in extra fuel costs in 2026 and aims to offset 60% through revenue and savings.
The Business Times (Singapore), The Straits Times
Purbaya heads to China and London to market Indonesia Panda Bond
The government is targeting a June 2026 launch, with coupons seen as cheaper than U.S. dollar-denominated debt.