The Smart 7
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Trump fires US Attorney General Pam Bondi, Sir Ed Davey calls for visa ban for Kanye West, Port Vale prepare for FA Cup Quarter Final showdown with Chelsea
7 mins; April 03, 2026
No end in sight to war in Middle East after Trump speech, NASA launches historic Moon mission, Arsenal Women head to Champions League Semi Finals
7 mins; April 02, 2026
American allies told to “Get your own Oil” as Trump struggles with Iran war, PM wades into Doctor Strike pay row, England lose to Japan at Wembley
7 mins; April 01, 2026
Oil prices rise again as Middle East chaos continues, Labour launch Local Election campaign, Arnold Schwarzenegger heads back to Uni
7 mins; March 31, 2026
Middle East crisis sparks petrol pump panic, Thousands gather in London for protests against Far Right, Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese Grand Prix
7 mins; March 30, 2026
The Sunday 7 - NASA unveils plans for Lunar Base, Meta and YouTube face questions after LA Jury verdict, Antimatter goes for a drive in Geneva!
21 mins; March 29, 2026
The Standout 7 - Middle East crisis continues as Trump flip flops, Meta and YouTube under pressure after LA Jury verdict, tributes for Chuck Norris, and Mel Schilling RIP
20 mins; March 28, 2026
Trump backs down on Iran deadline, Resident Doctors set to strike after Easter, World Cup heartbreak for Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
7 mins; March 27, 2026
Iran pushes back on US peace talks claim, LA Jury finds Meta and YouTube made addictive products, World Cup Final Qualifiers get underway
7 mins; March 26, 2026
Mixed messages on Middle East as Chancellor prepares Energy supports, new rules to cap Vet costs, Arsenal Women take the lead in Champions League Quarter Final
7 mins; March 25, 2026
Trump backs down from Tehran threat after talks claim, Police investigate anti semitic arson attack in London, big names fall in Miami Open tennis
7 mins; March 24, 2026
Tehran and Trump exchange ultimatums as war continues, SNL UK Starmer sketch goes viral, Man City collect another Carabao Cup
7 mins; March 23, 2026
The Sunday 7 - Investigating the UK Meningitis Outbreak, is Meta saying goodbye to the Metaverse? And we discover Whale Sounds from the 1950s
20 mins; March 22, 2026
The Standout 7 - Middle East chaos continues, Meningitis outbreak in Kent sparks alarm, and the big winners from this year’s Academy Awards
21 mins; March 21, 2026
Third Volume of Covid Inquiry Report published, Bank of England keeps rates on hold as Middle East Crisis continues, Big night for British Clubs in Europa League
7 mins; March 20, 2026
Government issues Health Alert over Meningitis, Israel and Iran escalate energy attacks, Liverpool through to Champions League Quarter Final
7 mins; March 19, 2026
Top Trump Security Official quits over Iran War, Zelensky warns of drone threat to London, Arsenal go through to Champions League Quarter Finals
7 mins; March 18, 2026
Trump sulks as allies refuse to send ships to Strait of Hormuz, UK on alert over Kent Meningitis outbreak, Miami Open Tennis set to get underway
7 mins; March 17, 2026
Trump says he’ll “feel in his bones” when war is over, Jessie Buckley wins Oscar for Hamnet, and a big weekend in sport
7 mins; March 16, 2026
The Sunday 7 - Celebrating 50 years of Apple, Helping Women breakthrough into Tech, and how Hedgehogs hear…
21 mins; March 15, 2026
The Standout 7 - Iran appoints a new Supreme Leader, Starmer apologises to Epstein victims, Hollywood prepares for Oscar Fever
20 mins; March 14, 2026
Iran’s new Supreme Leader issues defiant statement, Starmer apologises to Epstein victims, Aston Villa secure away win in Europa League
7 mins; March 13, 2026
Mandelson files put spotlight on Starmer, Preliminary investigation says US Military at fault for Iran School Strike, Chaos in Champions League for UK clubs
7 mins; March 12, 2026
US sends mixed messages as airstrikes continue, Lammy pushes ahead with Jury Trial Reform, Spurs suffer shambles in Champions League last 16
7 mins; March 11, 2026
Trump zig-zags over next steps in Iran War, Chancellor warns that Middle East crisis could affect UK economy, West Ham head to FA Cup Quarter Finals
7 mins; March 10, 2026
Mojtaba Khamenei named as supreme leader in Iran as Oil Prices soar and global markets plummet and Chelsea breaks Wrexham hearts
7 mins; March 09, 2026
The Sunday 7 - Inside the world of Formula 1 Tech, the alarming rise of Military AI, and why you never know who is watching your Meta glasses
22 mins; March 08, 2026
The Standout 7 - The US and Israel go to war with Iran, new rules for asylum seekers in the UK and Ukraine get their hands on Russia’s plans
18 mins; March 07, 2026
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Israel bombs Beirut and Spurs now one point away from relegation battle
7 mins; March 06, 2026
US and Israel continue strikes on Iran, Fresh scandal over alleged Chinese espionage, Arsenal widen the gap at the top of the table
7 mins; March 05, 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says Government’s Economic Plan is working, Trump slams European allies over lack of Iran support, Wolves surprise Liverpool
7 mins; March 04, 2026
Trump insists war is on track as casualties mount, Home Secretary moves to reform Asylum system, Lionesses to get their World Cup campaign underway
7 mins; March 03, 2026
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran sparking chaos in the Middle East, Green party celebrate by-election victory, and the winners from the BRITS and the Actor Awards
7 mins; March 02, 2026
The Sunday 7 - The perils of "Brain Rot", a remarkable Womb Transplant and how Horses whinny...
21 mins; March 01, 2026
The Standout 7 - More drama as the Epstein scandal unfolds, Ukraine mark 4 years since Russia’s invasion and The Green Party celebrate an historic by-election victory
18 mins; February 28, 2026
Green MP wins Gorton & Denton by election, Hillary Clinton testifies on Epstein and F1 gets a new team
7 mins; February 27, 2026
Political tensions rise ahead of crunch By-Election, US and Iran set to resume Geneva peace talks, Last 16 of Champions League finalised
7 mins; February 26, 2026
Ukraine marks 4 years of Russia’s War, Donald Trump clings to Tariffs at the State of the Union address, Newcastle through to last 16 of Champions League
7 mins; February 25, 2026
Lord Mandelson arrested and questioned by Police, Ukraine set to mark 4 years of Russia’s war, Man United win at Everton to stay 4th
7 mins; February 24, 2026
Trump reacts to supreme court tariff ruling, Team GB win big at the Olympics and home grown winners at the BAFTAs.
7 mins; February 23, 2026
The Sunday 7 - Mixed messages on the future for AI, Big Tech in Los Angeles court, and we go behind the scenes of the Winter Olympics
22 mins; February 21, 2026
The Standout 7 - U-Turn on Local Elections, Former Prince Andrew arrested and questioned, Tributes to Robert Duvall and Jesse Jackson RIP
18 mins; February 21, 2026
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested and questioned by Police, Calls for urgent action over UK couple jailed in Iran, Nottingham Forest win in Istanbul
7 mins; February 19, 2026
UK Inflation drops as worries about the economy remain, Ukraine accuses Russia of "dragging out” peace talks, Arsenal drop points, and Newcastle win in Azerbaijan
7 mins; February 19, 2026
Reform appoint “Shadow Cabinet” after Local Election legal victory, Switzerland hosts Ukraine and Iranian peace talks, Tributes to Jesse Jackson RIP
7 mins; February 18, 2026
Government moves to improve protections for teens online, Ukraine and Russia meet in Switzerland, Tributes to Hollywood legend, Robert Duvall RIP
7 mins; February 17, 2026
Government to appeal Palestine Action Ruling, Barack believes in Aliens and Arsenal make it look easy
7 mins; February 16, 2026
The Sunday 7 - New Study highlights how Kids use AI, we meet some Space Ants, and dive into the science of Coffee vs Dementia
18 mins; February 14, 2026
The Standout 7 - Scandals almost sink Starmer, Trump rolls back climate change regulations, tributes to 90’s icon James Van Der Beek RIP
18 mins; February 13, 2026
UK economy’s growth was “subdued” in 2025 according to ONS, Trump rolls back major climate change regulation, Arsenal drop points at Brentford
7 mins; February 12, 2026
Fresh scandal over Labour peerage piles pressure on PM, Canada shocked by brutal school shooting, tributes to 90's TV icon James Van Der Beek RIP
7 mins; February 12, 2026
US Congress reveals more details on Epstein Files, Russia clamps down on social media, Man United stumble at West Ham
7 mins; February 11, 2026
Starmer vows to fight on as Downing Street clearout continues, Ghislaine Maxwell appears before Congress, Great Britain hunts for gold at the Winter Olympics
7 mins; February 10, 2026
Starmer under pressure to resign, Japan gets a new Prime Minister and Seattle Seahawks win the Superbowl.
7 mins; February 09, 2026
The Sunday 7 - Spain moves towards Social Media ban for Teens, Elon Musk has a tough week, and we meet a “Soft” Robot
20 mins; February 07, 2026
The Standout 7 - Mandelson scandal engulfs Starmer, Ukraine peace talks end in stalemate, Bad Bunny speaks out at The Grammys
19 mins; February 06, 2026
Badenoch calls for Vote of No Confidence in PM Starmer, Ukraine peace talks end in stalemate, 6 Nations Rugby kicks off in Paris
7 mins; February 06, 2026
Labour MPs ramp up pressure on Starmer over Mandelson appointment, Zelensky says peace talks “productive”, Man City to meet Arsenal in Carabao Cup Final
7 mins; February 05, 2026
Met Police open inquiry into Mandelson emails to Epstein, Trump embarrassed as Putin blasts Ukraine, Arsenal head to the Carabao Cup Final.
7 mins; February 04, 2026
Tories call for inquiry into Mandelson as Met Police review misconduct claims, Ukraine peace talks set to resume on Wednesday, FIFA boss apologises to British fans
7 mins; February 03, 2026
Mandelson resigns Labour membership after latest Epstein files revelations, Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar win at the Grammys and Manchester United continue to win.
7 mins; February 01, 2026
The Sunday 7 - New study links Menopause and Dementia, why Whoop caused a stir at the Australian Open, and we check in on the Doomsday Clock
18 mins; January 31, 2026
The Standout 7 - Keir Starmer heads to China, Kemi Badenoch scolds Reform quitters, and BAFTA award nominations announced
19 mins; January 30, 2026
Starmer secures new deals in China, Labour reject WASPI Women claims for compensation, Nottingham Forest secure Europa League playoff spot
7 mins; January 30, 2026
Starmer and Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Trump ramps up rhetoric over Iran, Arsenal top the Champions League
7 mins; January 29, 2026
Keir Starmer heads to China with trade delegation, new study reveals close to 2 million casualties in Ukraine war, Australian Open semi final line up almost complete
7 mins; January 28, 2026
Reform welcome former Home Secretary Suella Braverman to their ranks, Donald Trump shifts course on Minnesota ICE campaign, Australian Open struggles in 40 degree heat
7 mins; January 27, 2026
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham blocked from Commons Run, Another ICE shooting sparks protests in US, Man United beat Arsenal at the Emirates
7 mins; January 26, 2026
The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
19 mins; January 24, 2026
The Standout 7 - Trump causes chaos over Greenland, Tories and Reform tussle over Jenrick, “Sinners” sweeps the board for Oscar nominations
20 mins; January 23, 2026
Trump launches International Board of Peace, Ukraine, Russia and US set for trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, Aston Villa secure top spot in Europa League
7 mins; January 23, 2026
Confusion in Davos as Donald Trump backs down on Greenland Tariffs, Labour promises new Rooftop Revolution, wins all around for Premier League teams in Champions League
7 mins; January 22, 2026
Trump faces stormy weather in Davos as Carney and Macron speak out, Labour promises new approach to Water, Spurs win again in the Champions League
7 mins; January 21, 2026
Trump’s Greenland obsession sparked by Nobel prize rejection, Ukraine struggles as Russia continues to target power grid, Djokovic makes history at Australian Open
7 mins; January 20, 2026
Keir Starmer to address the nation as Greenland crisis deepens, US Speaker says Trump is “no King”, Senegal win African Cup of Nations
7 mins; January 19, 2026
The Sunday 7 - What’s next for Grok as Ofcom investigates? NASA prepares for Artemis 2 Moon Mission, Will Guyatt dives into the Google and Apple AI deal
19 mins; January 17, 2026
The Standout 7 - Iran backs down after crackdown on protests, Trump’s obsession with Greenland continues, The Golden Globes light up Hollywood
20 mins; January 16, 2026
Tory Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick gets the sack, European troops head to Greenland, Donald Trump accepts a secondhand Nobel Peace Prize
7 mins; January 16, 2026
Labour U-Turn over Digital work IDs, Trump "can't rely" on Denmark as Greenland row rolls on, Arsenal get the advantage in Carabao Cup semi
7 mins; January 15, 2026
New reporting reveals brutality of Iranian crackdown, Lib Dems lay out agenda for 2026, Newcastle struggle in Carabao Cup semi final first leg
7 mins; January 14, 2026
Tories seek teen social media ban as Ofcom investigates Grok, Iran pushes back on US threats, Liverpool avoid FA Cup shock
7 mins; January 13, 2026
Trump threatens action in Iran, Adolescence wins big at the Golden Globes and Man United dreams of silverware are over
7 mins; January 12, 2026
The Sunday 7 - The biggest Innovations from CES, Las Vegas, why your Nasal Spray could be addictive, RFK Jr inverts America’s Food Pyramid
20 mins; January 10, 2026
The Standout 7 - Trump strikes Venezuela, UK and French troops could provide security for Ukraine, Adolescence cleans up at the Critics’ Choice Awards
20 mins; January 09, 2026
Labour plan fresh Budget U-Turn, Minneapolis protests continue after ICE agent shooting, Liverpool hold Arsenal at the Emirates
7 mins; January 09, 2026
US Special Forces and Royal Navy seize Venezuelan Tanker, ICE shooting in Minneapolis sparks protests, Man City and Man United both drop points
7 mins; January 08, 2026
UK and France agree to troops in Ukraine post ceasefire, US says Greenland remains a “national security priority”, Nottingham Forest grab a win at West Ham
7 mins; January 07, 2026
Maduro appears in New York Court, European allies warn US on Greenland, Man United sack Reuben Amorim
7 mins; January 06, 2026
US in Venezuela, Mamdani takes office in New York and the Critics Choice awards
7 mins; January 05, 2026
The Sunday 7 - The biggest Science and Tech stories from July to December 2025
26 mins; January 03, 2026
The Standout 7 - The Ones we lost in 2025 July to December
18 mins; January 02, 2026
The Standout 7 - The Ones we lost in 2025 January to July
20 mins; January 01, 2026
The Standout 7 - 2025's biggest Sporting Moments
13 mins; December 31, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from November and December 2025
31 mins; December 30, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from September and October 2025
30 mins; December 29, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from July and August 2025
28 mins; December 28, 2025
The Sunday 7 - The biggest Science and Tech stories from January to June 2025
26 mins; December 27, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from May and June 2025
27 mins; December 26, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from March and April 2025
25 mins; December 25, 2025
The Standout 7 - The Biggest Stories from January and February 2025
28 mins; December 24, 2025