The vessel, which was shadowed by a Royal Navy ship, carried out the artillery manoeuvre south of Plymouth on Monday. Moscow's warship, The Neustrashimy, has been escorting Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tankers through the English Channel. A Ministry of Defence spokesperson said: "A Russian naval vessel shadowed by the Royal Navy conducted a live-fire weapons exercise in international waters approximately 40 nautical miles south of Plymouth yesterday. "The Royal Navy monitored that exercise throughout, continues to track the vessel's activity closely, and stands ready to protect UK national security." Before the exercise, the Russian vessel informed HMS Tyne of its intention to conduct gunnery activity. It then requested that HMS Tyne reposition to a safer distance, which it did. The exercise was carried out in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes. This latest incident is the second Russian warship to escort a so-called shadow tanker through the Channel in recent weeks. Read more:New chancellor may be 'culture shock'Flying taxi factories could be in UK Sky News' helicopter tracked The Neustrashimy as it was refuelled in the North Sea by a Russian navy ship earlier this month. Last month, its predecessor, Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots at a British couple sailing a yacht. That same month, the captain of another Russian shadow fleet tanker was detained by the UK and charged with contravening sanctions. Royal Marine commandos and NCA officers landed from a Chinook helicopter and seized the tanker in the Channel 25 miles south of the Isle of Wight. Earlier in June, the French navy aided by British forces, intercepted another oil tanker under international sanctions that was coming from Russia. In March, the UK helped the French navy seize another vessel, a Mozambique-flagged ship called the Deyna, in the Mediterranean. It was sanctioned by the UK and the European Union for its role in shipping Russian oil. The same month then-PM Sit Keir Starmer allowed British forces to seize shadow fleet vessels, leading the ships to veer way from the English Channel.

Ofcom said it is investigating an unspecified complaint against the reality TV show. The reality series, in which single people are matched and 'married' to complete strangers, was investigated by the BBC's Panorama earlier this year. Its report, broadcast in May, included allegations by two women that they had been raped during production of the show. Another woman alleged a non-consensual sexual act. All three said the Channel 4 show, made by production company CPL, did not do enough to protect them. The three men have denied the allegations. On Monday, an Ofcom spokesperson said it is "investigating a fairness and privacy complaint about Married At First Sight UK". It is understood the complaint has come from a person or organisation that took part in the show. Ofcom has also looked into a complaint of unjust or unfair treatment on MAFS, the Press Association understands. A male MAFS UK cast member was arrested in June on suspicion of rape and bailed, the Metropolitan Police said. Neither the arrested man nor the alleged victim can be named. Following the Panorama documentary, chief executive of Ofcom Dame Melanie Dawes said the allegations raised "really serious concerns" and added the regulator is prepared to tighten its guidance around reality shows if necessary. Channel 4 launched a review into contributor welfare in April, shortly after being contacted by the BBC regarding the accusations featured in Panorama. The broadcaster's chief executive Priya Dogra has said reports that the show had been cancelled were "wholly inaccurate" and "no decision has been made" regarding the broadcast of the next series. Ms Dogra said, after watching the programme, she was "deeply sorry" for the distress caused to MAFS UK participants who alleged they were raped and sexually assaulted by their partners. MPs on the Culture, Media and Sport Committee have written to Channel 4 and Ofcom about their response to allegations in the BBC documentary. Committee chairwoman Dame Caroline Dinenage said the accusations were "horrifying", adding: "Both Channel 4 and Ofcom, as the broadcasting regulator, have urgent questions to answer." Read more:Veteran broadcaster diesTates 'held in solitary confinement' Billed as a "bold social experiment", MAFS sees single people agree to "marry" total strangers, after meeting for the first time at their mock weddings. The "marriages" on the show are not legally binding but the couples go on a "honeymoon" and move in together after their weddings. The UK version of the reality series, which has been running for 10 seasons, is one of Channel 4's biggest shows, with audience numbers often topping three million. But, in May, the broadcaster pulled all episodes of the show from its streaming service just hours before the edition of Panorama was aired. Channel 4 has not yet decided whether to go ahead with the latest season of the show, which has already been filmed.

In a letter to Andy Burnham, Mr Tice called on the new prime minister to "buy out" Thames Water's equity and debtholders for the token sum of £1 and place Britain's biggest water company into a special administration regime (SAR). He said parliament should be recalled to debate such a move, and warned: "The whole investment world must realise that while we believe in markets and competition, we will not allow the taxpayer to be shafted." Money blog: Follow the latest Mr Tice also urged Mr Burnham not to be "scared of threats of legal action by aggressive lawyers acting for the hyenas" - a reference to Sky News's revelation at the weekend that Thames Water's creditors have engaged litigation specialists to sue the government if it rejects their rescue proposal. On Tuesday, the London & Valley Water consortium, which accounts for about £17bn of Thames Water's debt, said it was confident it could deliver a plan consistent with the new PM's desire for "greater public control" of water companies. It said in a statement that it had "evaluated potential new local public control supervisory structures which can be beneficial to customers through the company's operations, designed in the public interest", and said it wanted to share details of its plans with Angela Eagle, the new environment secretary. "In addition to a new public interest supervisory structure with enhanced local representation for local authorities and regional leaders, the consortium is willing to make significant new commitments to grant greater controls and oversight to ministers, implemented through a 'Golden Share'," the consortium's spokesperson added. Mr Tice's letter claimed that Thames Water met the tests for being placed into a SAR on the basis that "it cannot meet its debts and is effectively insolvent". "It also cannot meet its operational obligations to the regulator, Ofwat," he wrote. The Reform deputy leader said that "parliament and the country are both aghast and sick of" the pay packages handed to Thames Water's bosses while the company's creditors simultaneously seek "to waive hundreds of millions in fines". Thames Water said last week that Chris Weston, its chief executive, had not received any performance-related pay for the last financial year. The L&VW consortium also rejected the charge that it was seeking environmental leniency from regulators, adding in its statement on Tuesday: "L&VW is not seeking any change to Ofwat's existing enforcement guidance or the Environment Agency's existing enforcement and sanctions policy. "No immunity from enforcement and fines under these policies will be given to the company. "The plan will create a clear path to environmental compliance as quickly as possible."

It was announced in January that the former England player and manager had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, with his family revealing he was set to begin treatment. "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75," a statement from Keegan's family read. "The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments. "Kevin, a double Ballon d'Or winner, was a much-loved husband, father and grandfather. The family would like to thank Kevin's incredible medical team for all their support. This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy." England have announced that they will pay tribute to Keegan's life before their Nations League game with Spain at Wembley in September. Keegan was considered one of the best players of his generation and enjoyed a stellar playing career, making almost 750 club appearances, lifting the First Division trophy three times with Liverpool and winning the Ballon d'Or back-to-back in 1978 and 1979 while playing for Hamburg in the Bundesliga. Seven years after his retirement, he took his first coaching role as manager of a struggling Newcastle team in February 1992. The Magpies were in danger of being relegated to Division Two but Keegan kept them up and then led them to the Premier League in his first full season in charge. Then, in 1996, he took Newcastle to within touching distance of their first top-tier title since 1927. Newcastle were Premier League title favourites for most of that 1995/96 season, at one stage being 12 points clear of Manchester United. But a dramatic collapse from Keegan's side coupled with a Sir Alex Ferguson-inspired Man Utd winning 13 of their last 15, eventually saw Newcastle finish second by four points. Late defeats at the hands of Liverpool and Nottingham Forest in the run-in saw United eventually haul them in. As the pressure mounted on a beleaguered Keegan, who was desperate to deliver the title to a passionate Newcastle fanbase, his infamous "I'd love it.." post-match interview after victory at Leeds, aimed at Sir Alex, among others, unfortunately characterised his time at St James' Park. He would go on to manage England, for whom he had scored 21 goals in 63 games as a player, between February 1999 and October 2000 - resigning minutes after a 1-0 defeat to Germany in the last game played at the old Wembley Stadium. His time as national boss also saw England fail to get out of the group stage at Euro 2000, despite a 1-0 win over Germany, as defeats by Portugal and Romania piled on the pressure even before that defeat at the hands of Dietmar Hamann's free-kick four months later in the first qualifier for the 2002 World Cup. A spell at Manchester City followed, which included promotion to the Premier League in 2002 as Division One champions, but Keegan left the club in March 2005, initially announcing his retirement from football. Keegan made an emotional return to Newcastle in 2008, but only lasted eight months following tensions with the board and owner Mike Ashley. Newcastle's statement in full on Keegan's passing "We are devastated to learn of the passing of Kevin Keegan, one of the most iconic, influential and deeply-loved figures in our club's history. "Kevin was more than a legendary footballer and manager. He was the beating heart of Newcastle United for generations of supporters. "As a player, he brought world-class talent, ambition and belief to St. James' Park, helping to transform perceptions of what Newcastle United could be. "As a manager, he ignited our city. Kevin gave supporters hope and pride, and led a team whose style, spirit and passion captured the imagination of football fans around the world. He was so much more than an Entertainer. "Above all that, Kevin forged an extraordinary bond with Newcastle, built on the roots of his father, Joe. He understood our people. He embraced the north east with a passion that was genuine and unwavering, and in return, he earned his rightful place in the hearts of millions. "Kevin's impact will not be measured by appearances or results. It will live on in the memories he created with club and country, the dreams he inspired wherever he went, and the generations of supporters around the world who fell in love with football because of him. "At this profoundly sad time, we send our love and deepest sympathy to Kevin's wife Jean, his family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him. "Today, we mourn the loss of a true giant of our history, and at the appropriate moment, we will carefully consider how we shape a lasting tribute to Kevin's remarkable life and legacy. Rest in Peace, King Kev." 'Giant of the game' - Tributes come in for Keegan Alan Shearer: "My Hero. My manager. My friend. Sleep easy Boss." Jamie Carragher: "RIP Kevin Keegan. One of the greatest players this country has ever produced, trophies & goals galore, double Ballon D'or winner shows he was an absolute giant of the English game. One of the most important men in making Liverpool what it is today." Liverpool FC: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary Kevin Keegan and mourn his loss. His indomitable spirit and remarkable contribution will be forever etched in our history and his legacy will live on. Rest in peace, Kevin." Sir Kenny Dalglish: "Very saddened to hear of the passing of Kevin Keegan. Kevin was one of the very best players of his generation and wore Liverpool's famous number 7 shirt with great distinction. His achievements on the pitch were exceptional, but he was also a wonderful person and a genuine gentleman. "Kevin's qualities didn't stop when he finished playing. He went on to become an outstanding manager, and what he built at Newcastle United brought belief, excitement and pride back to the football club. "He gave so many people wonderful memories and his teams played the game in a way that supporters loved to watch. Football has lost one of its true greats. "My thoughts are with Jean, Laura, Sarah and all of Kevin's family and friends at this very sad time. Rest in peace, Kevin. YNWA" Eddie Howe: "Kevin was an inspiration to me as a young player and, I'm honoured to say, a friend whose guidance and support meant a great deal in recent years. "For me personally, Kevin's influence became even more meaningful when I arrived at Newcastle as manager. He showed me incredible warmth and generosity. He had already given so much to this football club, yet he immediately made me feel welcome. "What struck me most was his humility. Despite everything he achieved in the game and his iconic status here, he never sought recognition. He simply wanted to help because he cared so deeply about the club and the people within it. "It is profoundly saddening that he is no longer with us." England national team: "We are incredibly saddened by the news that Kevin Keegan OBE has passed away. Kevin earned 63 international caps and scored 21 goals between 1972 and 1982, before managing the Three Lions from 1999 to 2000. Our thoughts and condolences are with Kevin's family, friends and former clubs." Thomas Tuchel: "As a young football fan, he was the first England superstar I can remember watching growing up. "He won every honour possible and to be named the best player in the world two times was an unbelievable achievement. You only need to think how fondly he is remembered by supporters at his clubs to see what a man he was. Of course, he also had that special experience of playing, captaining and managing his country. "My thoughts are with his family and friends today, and all the fans who loved to watch him play. "I know we will pay him a full tribute when we welcome Spain to Wembley Stadium in September. We will be honouring a true hero of English football." David Beckham: "Such a sad day to hear the passing of Kevin Keegan. A man that was very kind to me and my family. Sending lots of love and thoughts to his family and friends." Southampton FC: "We are devastated to learn of the passing of Kevin Keegan. "Kevin signed for the club in 1980 as the holder of the Ballon d'Or and brought great joy to fans at The Dell and across the football world. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time." Manchester City FC: "Everyone at Manchester City is devastated to learn our former manager Kevin Keegan has passed away, aged 75. "Kevin was a transformative manager who brought optimism and vibrancy to City during his four-year spell in charge. "The promotion campaign in 2001/02 will never be forgotten, and Kevin then established us once again as a top Premier League side in the years that followed. Our thoughts are with Kevin's family and friends at this very difficult time." Former Newcastle interim co-chief executive Mehrdad Ghodoussi: "Devastated to hear about Kevin Keegan. Growing up watching football, he was one of the names that defined an era, a double Ballon d'Or winner, European Cup champion, England captain, and one of the most exciting players the game has seen. "But what he did at Newcastle was different. He turned belief into something you could feel in the stadium. King Kev wasn't just admired, he was loved, because everything he did came from the heart. Rest in peace, Kevin. Thank you for everything you gave the game." The English Football League: "The EFL is saddened to learn of the passing of Kevin Keegan. A legend of the English game, Keegan will be remembered by generations of football fans for his impact as a player and manager. Our thoughts are with his family and friends." Manchester United: "We are profoundly saddened by the loss of Kevin Keegan. A giant of English football, he was a cherished figure at the very highest levels of the game. Our condolences go to Kevin's family, loved ones and all those he inspired as a manager, player and person, on and off the pitch. Rest in peace, Kevin." Former Liverpool striker David Fairclough: "Stunned. Such sad news Kevin Keegan has passed away. Absolutely devastated to hear such awful news. So many incredible memories of KK, I'm so lucky to have spent time and shared moments that have and will last a lifetime. Heartfelt condolences and love to Jean and family. YNWA." Fulham FC: "We're incredibly sad to hear the news that our former manager Kevin Keegan has passed away. A legend of the game, Keegan led Fulham to the Football League Second Division title in 1999. He left Craven Cottage at the end of that season to focus on his duties as England manager. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time."

Firas al Masri, his wife, Salsabeel, and their three daughters ​and son died after their home in Gaza City was set ablaze on Tuesday, health officials have said. The Israeli military confirmed the strike but said its target was a Hamas militant, adding that it was still ​looking into the result of the attack. In separate strikes since Friday, the IDF says it has killed three militants ​from Hamas and Islamic Jihad, two of ⁠whom had taken part in ⁠the 7 October attack on Israel and had held Israeli hostages seized ‌in the assault. A truce between Israel and Hamas dating back to October remains officially in place, but it has not stopped near-daily strikes on Gaza. More than 1,150 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks since the ceasefire took effect, according to officials in Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. Read more:Netanyahu says Israel will move to control 70% of Gaza Nearly all of Gaza's two million population now live on a tiny strip of land along the coast, mainly in makeshift tents or damaged buildings. The war began when Hamas stormed into Israel on 7 October 2023, killing around 1,200 people and taking 251 hostage. Israel's subsequent offensive has killed more than 73,000 Palestinians, according to ⁠Gaza health officials.

The ruling, which applies for 14 days, was handed down by a US district judge ahead of a hearing in August. That is set to determine whether the $110bn (£81.4bn) deal should be paused pending the outcome of the lawsuit brought by the 12 states involved, led by California. Politics latest: Healey succeeds Reeves as chancellor in Burnham's government They argue the merger - mainly aimed at creating a bigger rival to the likes of Netflix - would substantially weaken competition in the US market, driving up prices for consumers and costing jobs. The opposition is particularly fierce in Hollywood. Movie industry interest groups claim the deal would threaten the very future of cinema as it would bring together two of its five major studios. The UK government has also outlined concerns. The companies control UK-based TV channels, including Channel 5, TNT Sports, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, and CNN International, as well as the Paramount+ and HBO Max streaming services. Read more: Takeover of Warner Bros won't harm competition or consumers, DOJ says Neither Paramount or WBD were yet to comment on the US ruling, which was handed down at the Oakland federal court in California. The state's attorney general, Rob Bonta, said in a statement: "This is a critical first win in our case to ensure this megamerger never sees the light of day. "History tells the tale of what happens when a few people have great power over markets that are central to Americans' lives: fewer opportunities for more people, worse products and services for all people." The lawsuit could take many months to reach a conclusion - something that will worry Paramount. Under the terms of its deal, it is obliged to pay Warner Bros shareholders a 25 cents-per-share fee for each calendar day the merger is delayed beyond 30 September. It amounts to a bill of around $7m a day.

The Andy Burnham era is under way, and the new prime minister is kicking off with a bang - cutting VAT on electricity bills. He promised the country some "breathing space" on the cost of living, but with prices still rising will anyone actually feel better off? And is it properly funded? Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy examine what the announcement shows about Burnham's direction of travel in government, as his new cabinet gathers for the first time. Plus, the duo unpack the biggest cabinet appointments - from John Healey as chancellor to Wes Streeting as defence secretary - after many Starmer loyalists were shown the door.

Joshua's first professional defeat came at the hands of Ruiz in 2019, in a monumental upset at Madison Square Garden that saw Joshua lose his IBF, WBA and WBO titles. Though Joshua - who is fighting Prenga (20-1-0, 20 KOs) as a warm-up bout for his highly-anticipated fight against Tyson Fury in the winter - is heavily favoured against the Albanian, Moore feels that the British heavyweight could be subject to a similar shock defeat in Jeddah. Could Fury-AJ go to Principality Stadium? 2am start shouldn't be an issueCaroline Dubois blasts 'joker' and targets WBA champion Stephanie HanJohnny Fisher fights live on Sky Sports after signing with Zuffa BoxingGet Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW "[Prenga] looks really, really, really good in sparring right now. It's going to be a pretty entertaining fight," Moore told Sky Sports. "I think that he has a pretty good shot of beating him, and I think he's bigger than Joshua. Joshua just has a muscular physique, but Prenga's a bigger man. "It's going to be a tough fight, but I think he can catch [Joshua] the same way Andy Ruiz did. "This is AJ's first fight back. AJ's had a lot of stuff going on in his life - nothing but respect to AJ, but when you're getting back into the ring, you haven't fought in a while, that ring rust is real. "This is not a small thing - everybody's going to be watching." Moore, who is hopeful of his own high-profile bout against a UK heavyweight, was quick to emphasise the value of Prenga's fight against Joshua, which is undoubtedly the biggest of his career so far. "I told [Prenga] that he has the opportunity of a lifetime. He has the opportunity that I would wish for. "AJ is a great fighter, and he's done amazing things in the sport of boxing. "But [Prenga] has the opportunity, you know, to be in the names of people that have beaten future Hall of Famers. "Everything has to be aligned. He has to do everything perfectly." Watch Johnny Fisher fight in the Zuffa Boxing event at the Copper Box Arena on Saturday September 26, live on Sky Sports