Foreign Office urged to rebrand and face colonial legacy ‘head-on’

England manager Sarina Wiegman is "not for sale at any price," according to Football Association CEO Mark Bullingham, emphasizing her exceptional record of reaching finals in five major tournaments. As Wiegman leads England into the Euro 2025 final against Spain, Bullingham reassures her commitment to the team until 2027, highlighting plans for future success, including the 2027 World Cup. Want More Context? 🔎

Police released documents related to Bryan Kohberger, who was sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of four University of Idaho students, revealing unsettling details about his behavior. A woman who dated Kohberger reported he asked her about a past murder and what she thought was the worst way to die, referencing a Ka-Bar knife, which he had purchased before the killings. Want More Context? 🔎

The Justice Department interviewed Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice, for a full day in Tallahassee, where she is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Maxwell's attorney reported that she answered all questions without invoking any privileges, while a House Oversight Committee subpoenaed her to testify on August 11 amid growing criticism of the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein case. Want More Context? 🔎

A passenger died mid-air on Turkish Airlines Flight TK79 from Istanbul to Chicago on July 13, prompting the plane to continue to O'Hare for appropriate medical facilities. However, the deceased’s body reportedly went missing after being transferred for further handling, with local medical examiners confirming they never received it. Want More Context? 🔎

Keir Starmer condemned the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling the starvation of Palestinians "indefensible" and asserting their right to statehood, while urging Israel to change its course and allow aid into Gaza. His statements coincided with French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement of plans to recognize a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and lasting peace. Want More Context? 🔎

Jay Slater, a 19-year-old from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, was found dead in a ravine 29 days after going missing in Tenerife, following a night of partying where he consumed alcohol and drugs. His friends recounted his panic as he realized he was lost while attempting a 14-hour walk back to his accommodation after being unable to secure a taxi, ultimately resulting in fatal head injuries after falling into the ravine. Want More Context? 🔎