The US energy department announced the "peaceful nuclear cooperation agreement" had been signed on Wednesday. It said the deal would "lay the foundation for a decades-long, multi-billion-dollar partnership that advances several priority economic and strategic objectives, including nuclear nonproliferation". The deal could potentially provide Saudi Arabia with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear programme. The agreement will be reviewed by Congress, where it could face opposition from some US politicians who fear it would open new rounds of nuclear proliferation and competition. Congress has 90 session days to object the deal before it takes effect. US secretary of state Marco Rubio has previously said any deal signed would not lead to proliferation. The agreement, was signed by US secretary of energy Chris Wright and his Saudi counterpart Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, alongside an accompanying bilateral safeguards agreement. Mr Wright said the deals "reflect our two nations' shared commitment to strengthening US-Saudi commercial relations, delivering prosperity at home and security to our allies abroad". He said the agreements "uphold the highest standards of nuclear safety and nonproliferation, while relying on the world's best nuclear technology and scientists". However, a number of Democratic lawmakers have warned ⁠that the deal could trigger an arms race in the Middle East. Senator Edward Markey said the agreement would "make us all less safe" and risks "allowing Saudi ​Arabia, a belligerent and authoritarian nation, to develop nuclear weapons technologies while starting a ​war with Iran under the guise of preventing an Iranian nuclear bomb". Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has previously said he does not want the country to build a nuclear weapon, but ⁠insisted it would if Iran did. Read more from Sky News:Follow: Iran war latest US trial date set for Venezuela's ousted president Deal comes amid ongoing conflict The announcement comes as the US and Iran continue to exchange fire, with Donald Trump repeatedly insisting throughout the conflict that Washington's aim is to prevent Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Mr Trump has in recent weeks threatened to strike Pickaxe Mountain, an area reportedly holding Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, while, in June last year, the US and Israel carried out strikes on several nuclear sites in Iran. Saudi Arabia has been among the countries targeted in retaliatory strikes by Tehran throughout the war. In recent days, it has also faced a reported naval blockade imposed by Yemen's Iranian-aligned Houthi rebel group.

The American president's legal team had claimed the move was "premature, improper, and especially burdensome", but its attempt to block it in a Florida court was unsuccessful. Mr Trump is seeking damages over the editing of a Panorama documentary about the US Capitol riots, which aired in 2024. In the latest development in the case, Judge Enjolique Lett granted the request by BBC lawyers for information from the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust, which holds the president's business interests and assets and is managed by his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr. However, the ruling can be appealed by the president's team. The BBC's legal team said in earlier court documents that the details were necessary to assess the financial impact of the programme, and rejected claims of a "fishing expedition". Legal filings said they had "requested information from these entities only because plaintiff alleges without limitation that his financial interests have been impacted by defendants' actions and because plaintiff is the sole beneficiary of a trust that owns or is associated with nearly 400 entities". The trust, which is also represented by Mr Trump's lawyers, previously argued that although the president alleged his businesses suffered damages as a result of the documentary, "that alone does not give defendants carte-blanche to obtain sweeping financial discovery from hundreds of non-parties". Read more from Sky News:The toxic chemicals detected at illegal waste sitesEx-Southern Water boss charged with conspiracy to defraud The Panorama episode in question was broadcast shortly before the 2024 presidential election, which Mr Trump won. It featured clips of him addressing supporters on the day of the 2021 attack on the Capitol in Washington DC, after losing the previous election in 2020 to Joe Biden. The clips included soundbites from the president spliced together. The lawsuit accuses the BBC of "intentionally, maliciously, and deceptively doctoring" his speech, and alleges the episode caused him reputational and financial injury. Tim Davie, who was BBC director-general at the time, announced his resignation amid the fallout, and the corporation's chairman, Samir Shah, apologised over an "error of judgment". The BBC accepted the editing of the programme gave "the impression of a direct call for violent action". However, the broadcaster is seeking to have the case thrown out, warning of the "chilling effect" it would have on "robust reporting on public figures and events". It has also challenged the jurisdiction of a Florida court to hear the case, given the programme was never aired in the state or the US.

PC Harper, who was 28, was fatally injured after being dragged for a mile behind the men's car along a country road while responding to a burglary in Sulhamstead, Berkshire, in August 2019. He was trying to stop the group towing away a stolen quad bike. It comes as Prime Minister Andy Burnham ordered a review of the early release scheme policy. Henry Long, Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers were jailed in 2020 for manslaughter. Long, who was driving the vehicle which caused PC Harper's death, received a 16-year sentence, and will not be eligible for the scheme. Cole and Bowers, who were 17 at the time of the incident, were passengers in the vehicle. They were given 13-year prison sentences but might be eligible for release halfway through, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has said. Our future 'was stolen' Lissie Harper said in a statement on Wednesday: "It has taken me years to rebuild a life that was torn apart in a matter of moments. Years to pick up the pieces left behind by three men whose actions robbed Andrew of his life and stole our future. "Now - once again - politicians are making decisions from behind a desk that will have real and lasting consequences for victims' families like mine." "It is deplorable to me that we have reached a point where releasing prisoners early is even considered acceptable. We speak of justice, accountability and standing with victims, yet decisions like this do the opposite. "They tell victims their suffering matters less, and offenders that the punishment handed down by our courts is no longer what they will actually serve." The Police Federation for England and Wales has condemned the prospect as "disgusting". Its deputy national chair, Brian Booth, said: "Police officers from across the country stood side by side to honour Andrew Harper at his funeral. They and every serving officer will be utterly sickened at the prospect of Bowers and Cole being back on the streets so soon." 'It feels like an insult' PC Harper's mother, Debbie Adlam, told The Telegraph she had received a letter from the department informing her the sentences may be reduced. Ms Adlam told The Telegraph it "makes me feel sick" that Cole and Bowers may be released. "It feels like a slap in the face and an insult," she added. The potential release of Cole and Bowers would come under the Sentencing Act. Set to come into force in September, the legislation stands to see 6,000 prisoners released early. The policy has proved controversial, but the government has repeatedly said it must act to free up jail cells. Whole policy 'to be reviewed' Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he would "review the whole of this policy", and clarified that the "main perpetrator will not be subject to any early release", referring to Long. He added that inaction in addressing the pressure on prisons a "decade ago" had "created an unacceptable situation now". "But I want to assure myself that everything has been looked at before this policy proceeds, and I can give that assurance that every single part of this I will look into with the Justice Secretary," he said. "I can't say that I can't change the policy completely, but I will look at it in detail before we go further forward." An MoJ spokesperson said: "This was a horrific crime, and our deepest sympathies are with PC Andrew Harper's family and friends. "In 2024, the country was facing a prison crisis and a total breakdown of law and order, with judges ordered to stop jailing dangerous criminals. "This government is committed to public safety: we are building prison places at the fastest rate since the Victorian era and taking the difficult decisions needed to lock up the most dangerous offenders." Following his death, PC Harper's death, Ms Harper successfully campaigned for legal changes to see harsher sentences for the manslaughter of emergency workers on duty. Harper's Law introduced mandatory life sentences for anyone who commits the manslaughter of an emergency worker on duty, including police, prison officers, firefighters and paramedics. But the legislation was not retrospective, meaning PC Harper's killers cannot have their sentences extended. Possible release 'feels wrong' Thames Valley Police Chief Constable Jason Hogg said PC Harper's death has had a "lasting impact". "Under the law that bears Andrew's name, if his killers were convicted today, they would be receiving life sentences. "For this reason, for them to be released early under the new Sentencing Act legislation feels wrong. I have written to the prime minister, the home secretary and the justice secretary to make my opinion on this clear." The backlash to the early release of PC Harper's killers comes as the new defence secretary, Wes Streeting, had to apologise for making a joke about the controversial scheme.

In the night's opening match Menzies became dizzy on stage while 2-1 up against Ross Smith, and later fainted before returning to his accommodation having been checked over by medical staff. That contest was abandoned with Smith advancing to the last eight, where he will meet Price following the Iceman's emphatic win over Cross. ​​​World Matchplay Darts Day Five: As it happened! Darts in 2026: Key dates, calendar, results 📅Got Sky? Watch on the Sky Sports app 📱Not got Sky? Get instant access with NOW 📺Price promises 'the old me' in quarter-finals With the game primed at 3-2 in Cross' favour, Price took control with six legs in a row to move 8-3 in front. While Cross did manage a momentary rally to bring the contest to 8-5, the Welshman then hit back again. Price reeled off the three legs he needed, taking the match on tops with his signature roar coming out. "I felt like I was struggling all through the game," Price told Sky Sports. "I couldn't find my scoring game it was up and down. "If I want to win this tournament I need to be a lot better than that but I am going in the right direction. "I need that energy, I need that buzz, and Ross (Smith) brings that. "You are going to see the old me. As long as these (the fans) accept it, then it will be back." Smith through after Menzies becomes unwell Smith advanced following Menzies' withdrawal. The Scot was taken immediately off the stage after doubling over and appearing unsteady on his feet. He received medical attention and he was cleared. However, he was too unwell to continue. In a statement released by the PDC, they said: "Cameron experienced high blood pressure, which caused him to feel dizzy and subsequently faint. "Following an assessment by the on-site medical team, Cameron was deemed well enough to return to his accommodation." Menzies had come into the match in brilliant form after beating world No 2 Luke Humphries in the first round in what was the biggest win of his career. Van Veen wins tie-break thriller against Nijman to book Wade rematch For a second year in a row, Gian van Veen will take on James Wade in the quarter-finals of the World Matchplay. Van Veen will be looking to avenge his 16-13 loss in 2025 after he won a sensational 14-12 tie-break contest against Wessel Nijman to make it through to the last eight. In a battle of two Dutch darting superstars, Nijman was facing a new test as he continued his quest to try and turn his floor form, with which he has won six Pro Tour titles in 2026, into big-stage moments. However, up against world No 3 Van Veen, it was clear it was going to be a battle for him when 'The Giant' found two breaks of throw, including a 135 checkout on the bull, to move 4-1 ahead after the first session. Nijman then did get well into the battle as he started to hit maximums with ease, taking four of the next five legs to level the contest at 5-5. Sky Sports Darts' Wayne Mardle said he was expecting an edgy but enthralling contest and that is what ensued, Van Veen nudging ahead before Nijman would pull the game back as they both averaged around the 97 mark. Nijman levelled the game again with a break of throw and then led for first time since the opening leg when he moved 11-10 ahead but, of course, Van Veen did not back down and found an unbelievable 148 checkout under huge pressure to level things at 11-11 with his opponent waiting on 64. The deciding moment then arrived in the 25th leg as Van Veen broke Nijman's throw and gave himself the opportunity to throw for the match. On D16, he took it and denied Nijman his first ever major quarter-final spot. In the night's final match Wade came through a tough 11-8 match against Ryan Searle to make it through to the quarters for a 14th time on what is his 21st appearance in the competition. Nothing separated the pair in the opening exchanges, with each break of throw being nullified. That saw the game finely poised at 5-5 and begging for someone to take control which Wade eventually did when he found a brilliant 121 checkout on the bullseye and backed it up with a hold of throw to move 8-5 in front. Although Searle managed to break back, Wade came through clutch once again with a 143 finish against the darts. With the 9-7 lead, 'The Machine' remained steadfast on his throw and booked his spot on D12. What is happening on Thursday at the World Matchplay? The quarter-final action begins at the World Matchplay on Thursday, with a later on air time of 7.30pm on Sky Sports Action and Main Event. In a replay of a 2025 semi-final epic from the Winter Gardens, Luke Littler will do battle with Josh Rock for a spot in the final four. Gary Anderson will then take on Dirk van Duijvenbode for a semi-final spot. Who will win this year's World Matchplay Darts? Luke Littler will be defending his title and you can watch all the action on Sky Sports. Stream darts and more top sport with NOW.

People on GLP-1 agonist drugs – which help regulate blood sugar and reduce appetite by mimicking a natural hormone – have been reporting hair loss to regulators, with a new study on around 50,000 people appearing to support that link. Experts used data from the University of Pennsylvania Health System to compare rates of alopecia hair loss in adults using GLP-1s to manage diabetes with those on other drugs. The team from the University of Pennsylvania noted that regulators in the US have been informed of the link between the drugs and hair loss, particularly for semaglutide (Wegovy and Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro). So far in 2026, the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has received close to 400 reports of hair loss relating to tirzepatide, alongside 541 last year. It has also received 148 reports of hair loss linked to semaglutide, alongside 164 reports last year. For the new study, the team looked at people with type 2 diabetes on GLP-1 receptor agonists or other types of diabetes drugs known as SGLT-2 inhibitors or DPP-4 inhibitors. In total, 12,004 patients using GLP-1s were compared with 15,221 using SGLT-2 inhibitors, and a further 11,964 GLP-1 users were compared with 11,233 DPP-4 inhibitor users. After adjusting for factors that could influence the results – such as age and weight – researchers found using GLP-1 drugs was associated with a 37% higher risk of alopecia than the use of SGLT-2 inhibitors. GLP-1s were also linked to a 68% higher risk of hair loss than use of DPP-4 inhibitors. 'Significant psychosocial consequences' Writing in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), the researchers said: "Case reports and analyses of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s Adverse Event Reporting System have described occurrences of hair loss following initiation of a GLP-1 receptor agonist, particularly semaglutide (Wegovy and Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro). "In response, the FDA has indicated that it is evaluating this potential safety signal. "Although hair loss does not typically result in physical harm, it may have significant psychosocial consequences, affecting self-esteem, quality of life, and adherence to treatment." Read more from Sky News:The illegal dumps posing 'serious health risk'Wales 'crisis' over wildfires The team said that of the reasons why people might suffer hair loss while on the drugs, the "most likely mechanism" relates to weight loss and "reduced caloric intake", although they added that more research is needed. The researchers said that restricting calories may "contribute to physiological stress and micronutrient deficiencies (for example, iron, zinc, biotin), which can disrupt the hair growth cycle". Other factors may include the "metabolic, hormonal, and immunological effects attributed to GLP-1 receptor agonists that may influence hair follicle growth and cycling".

Charlotte MacInnes, the lead in Wilson's directorial debut, The Deb, brought the claim over four Instagram posts by Wilson in 2024 and 2025. They centred on an incident in September 2023 when MacInnes and one of the film's producers, Amanda Ghost, went swimming at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Ms Ghost had an adverse reaction to the cold water and they later shared a bath in swimsuits at the producer's apartment. Ms Wilson alleged on Instagram that Ms MacInnes had complained about feeling uncomfortable during the incident but later changed her story. The 28-year-old said Wilson's posts were defamatory as they suggested she was "paid off" to row back on her claim. But judge Elizabeth Raper rejected that assertion: "I do not accept that the meaning conveyed ‌was inherently serious or of a defamatory nature," she wrote in Wednesday's decision. "There is no evidence of the actual impact of the publication on Ms MacInnes' reputation." Amanda Ghost also previously told the court in written evidence that she has never been sexually interested in women. Ms Wilson, who's best known for Bridesmaids and the Pitch Perfect series, said on Instagram she was relieved the case was over. Read more from Sky News:Godzilla star, 18, dies in car crashTate brothers 'will fight extradition' "I'm grateful this chapter has reached its conclusion and I'm looking forward to getting back to what I love most, my family and my work," she said. "Thank you to the judge and the Australian legal system who I have the utmost respect for." The 46-year-old won her own defamation case in 2017 over magazine articles she said had damaged her career.

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The EFL expelled Southampton from the Championship play-offs in May and handed the club a four-point deduction for the 2026/27 season after they admitted "multiple breaches" relating to the unauthorised filming of their opponents' training, including before their semi-final against Middlesbrough. Southampton beat Middlesbrough and were due to play Hull City in the play-off final before Boro were reinstated. Southampton appealed the decision, but the punishments were upheld by a League Arbitration Panel. During the Spygate hearing, the EFL only had the power to charge clubs, not individuals. The FA waited for the EFL process to run its course before launching its own investigation. Southampton fixturesGot Sky? Watch the Championship on the Sky Sports appNot got Sky? Stream the Championship with no contract The FA has now charged Eckert with three breaches of rule E3.1, during the period between December 2025 and May 2026, by "directing and/or observing" training sessions of Oxford United, Ipswich Town and Middlesbrough ahead of fixtures against those clubs. Rule E3.1 states: "A participant shall at all times act in the best interests of the game and not act in any manner which is improper or brings the game into disrepute or use any one, or a combination of violent conduct, serious foul play, threatening, abusive, indecent or insulting words or behaviour". In response, Southampton say they remain "fully supportive" of Eckert and will "continue to cooperate fully and openly with The FA". Eckert has until Tuesday July 28 to provide his responses. Eckert 'loved' spying information In June, Eckert said he took full responsibility "for everything that happened", apologising to players, staff and supporters. At that time, Southampton chairman Dragan Solak admitted Eckert had made a "mistake" but said the club was "fully behind him", reaffirming their target of winning promotion to the Premier League. In the written reasons released following the League Arbitration Panel's decision to dismiss Southampton's appeal against their punishment, Saints' conduct was described as a "contrived and determined plan from the top down". Eckert "loved" the information a junior analyst intern gathered when spying on one of his team's opponents, according to messages used as evidence in the hearing. The written reasons detail how analysts felt pressure to carry out jobs asked of them as a colleague had lost their job earlier in the season. The panel added: "A reprimand is considered appropriate because of the way in which junior members of staff were put under pressure to carry out activities which they felt were, at the least, morally wrong." Eckert reveals police protection amid threats during spygate Eckert told Sky Sports News last week that he had received police protection amid threats during the Spygate scandal. "It's been an emotional summer. I can't lie, obviously, when the news broke towards the back end of last season, it's tough. It's not easy in that very moment. It's not easy to look into the eyes of the players. They're just so disappointed, and so many emotions coming out. "You get so many threats at one point. You have police protection at one point; you can't drive a car. It's tough to deal with that for the very moment. "When things calmed down with time, and I went back home, different challenges at home, you have a moment to reflect. I think that over the months there's also been a lot of positives that we can take into next season. "After a couple of weeks, that excitement comes back in to go again and show what we are about. That's been the feeling since coming back into the training ground. We are in the second week of pre-season now. Players have come back in very good shape, with a smile on their face and ready to go again." Spygate timeline: How did we get here? May 7: Middlesbrough make formal complaint to the EFL alleging a Southampton member of staff spied on their training session three days before their Championship play-off semi-final first leg. May 9: Boro boss Kim Hellberg accuses Southampton of cheating after the first leg ends in a 0-0 draw at the Riverside Stadium. May 12: Southampton charged with a breach of EFL regulations in relation to the spying accusations. Southampton request additional time to conduct an internal review. The play-off semi-final second leg is played at St Mary's. Shea Charles' extra-time winner earns Southampton a 2-1 victory and a place in the Championship play-off final. Emotional Hellberg hits out at "disgraceful spying", before Saints boss Tonda Eckert storms out of his press conference after being asked: "Are you a cheat?" May 13: Photos allegedly showing the Southampton analyst near Middlesbrough's training ground released publicly. May 14: It is announced the independent hearing to determine Southampton's fate will take place on or before Tuesday May 19. In a statement, the EFL say "the outcome of the disciplinary proceedings may yet result in changes to the fixture." May 15: Middlesbrough publicly call for Southampton's expulsion from the play-offs. In a statement, they said: "In these circumstances, the only appropriate response is a sporting sanction which would prevent Southampton FC from participating in the EFL Championship play-off final." May 18: Middlesbrough players return to training as the outcome of the independent disciplinary hearing nears. May 19: EFL announces Southampton expelled from play-off final after hearing. May 20: Southampton appeal rejected. May 21: FA confirm they will begin their own investigation into Spygate. May 23: Middlesbrough lose 1-0 to Hull City in the Championship play-off final. June 1: WhatsApp messages reveal Eckert "loved" spying information despite the concerns of junior members of Southampton staff. June 2: Eckert takes full responsibility for Spygate as Southampton owner Dragan Solak backs head coach. June 17: Eckert tells Sky Sports News he received police protection amid threats during Spygate. July 22: FA charges Southampton head coach Eckert with three breaches of rule E3.1.