The 23-year-old, who entered the tournament ranked 114, beat ninth-seed Cobolli 6-4 7-6 (7/4) 6-0 on Centre Court. Fery is the first British wildcard to reach the semi-finals at a Grand Slam in the open era, and joins Sir Andy Murray, Tim Henman, Cameron Norrie, and Roger Taylor as home male members of the Wimbledon last-four club. Fery is now the only non-seeded player left in the tournament. Wildcards are players whose world ranking is not high enough to qualify automatically for The Championships but who are accepted into the main draw by the committee. Fery's strong run has been a major upset of the tournament, having only two Grand Slam victories to his name before Wimbledon. He will play German Alexander Zverev, who is ranked second after world number one Jannik Sinner, in the semi-final on Friday. The Briton has quickly become a crowd favourite and secured his victory on Wednesday in front of nearly 15,000 cheering Centre Court spectators and the Queen, who watched on from the royal box. He defeated former semi-finalist Grigor Dimitrov after a five-set thriller over nearly four hours to reach the quarter-final, before making quick work of Cobolli, 24, who was the runner-up at last month's French Open. Fery's intensity and strong ball-striking appeared to rattle Cobolli, who struggled to break back against the Briton. Especially in the third set, Fery was in full control, much to the frustration of his Italian opponent, who often looked exasperated when turning to his coaching team. Fery had previously beaten Cobolli at the Australian Open in January, but his win is still an upset considering his ranking. The Briton will now be the only player to compete in the men's semi-finals who has not won a Grand Slam, with Sinner, Zverev and Novak Djokovic also progressing to the round. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive breaking news alerts on a smartphone or tablet via the Sky News app. You can also follow us on WhatsApp and subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up with the latest news.

Ward is accused of raping the woman after meeting her at a nightclub in east London. Under cross-examination during his trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court, Ward said that everything that took place was consensual and described the woman as an "active participant". Ward, 28, of Silvertown, east London, denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against the woman on 2 January 2023. Prosecutor Tracy Ayling KC told Ward "you were bent on getting what you wanted". Ward replied: "That definitely was not the case. I have no interest in being with someone who does not want to be with me." Ms Ayling added: "You were bent that night on having sex with her come what may." Ward said: "No miss, it was what we wanted. She was a willing participant in everything that went on." The court heard they later messaged each other. Ward sent her a smiling emoji with a heart and she told him to enjoy the rest of his night. Ms Ayling also said: "I would suggest you were only trying to make sure that she would not report what happened that night." Ward responded: "No, I would suggest that would be wrong." Ward previously told the jury that "everything we did was wholly consensual and we were having a great time". He said they had shared a "quite flirty" conversation and "passionate" kisses, which then turned into a "developing situation". Read more from Sky News:'Significant' heat health alert issuedAt least five dead after China landslide When Ms Ayling suggested "the only person who has a great time was you", Ward said: "She was consenting by the way she was moving with me and she was an active participant in everything we did." He said that everything that took place was consensual, including the intimate acts, adding "it was something she wanted to do and (it was) not that I forced her". Ward hosted a New Year party in Gants Hill, east London, after he spent Christmas with his close-knit family, the court heard. The party took place during a pause in his work schedule. Ward said he thought the woman was "very cute" when he saw her for the first time outside the venue, as she was with a group of friends. He told the court he chatted to them, had a "quite flirty" conversation with the woman, and asked for her Snapchat details. He said they kissed and hugged in a Mercedes outside the party, and later had an intimate encounter in another Mercedes outside an after-party. Ward denied he stopped her from attempting to get out of the unlocked car, in contrast to the woman's claims that she told Ward she needed to leave "on multiple occasions". On Tuesday, Ward told the court: "She stayed which allowed us to grow our sexual contact." Jurors previously heard the woman tell the court that she "did not use the word no" during the encounter and "completely shut down". Ward said he did not force her and they kissed, hugged, and had a conversation before she departed. He wanted to see her again, but he had a busy work schedule. The court heard they later exchanged messages and he sent her a smiling emoji with a heart, meaning he was going to miss her, and the woman told him to enjoy the rest of his night. The trial continues.

From September, part of the Sentencing Act 2026 will come into force, enabling some offenders to be freed earlier in a bid to reduce overcrowding. Killers, rapists and sex offenders could be among up to 6,000 criminals released early in a few months' time, reports have suggested. Charlie Taylor, the chief inspector of prisons, said the extra capacity could help governors focus more on rehabilitation, but warned institutions were still failing to provide the education, training and risk-reduction programmes needed to support their release. "This is an area we've been worried about for many years," he said. "A lot of prisoners are going to be going out from jails in September, October, November, and we will watch very closely what the effect of that is in terms of reoffending rates and risk to the public." Prisoners locked up for some violent or sexual offences will become eligible for release halfway through their sentences under the changes, rather than serving the current tariff of two-thirds. Burglars and thieves are among the prisoners who will be considered for release a third of the way through their sentences, down from the current 40%. The first 700 offenders are to be released in September, the Telegraph has reported. Read more from Sky News:Farage reacts to Sky News question on his financesCharlie Kirk's widow faces his alleged killer in court Victims have started to receive letters from the government telling them their abusers or attackers are set to be freed under the scheme. Former Home Office minister Jess Phillips said last week "there should be more exemptions within the release scheme", including to keep adults who rape children in jail for longer. Meanwhile, The Sunday Times reported that Andy Burnham, widely expected to be the next prime minister, is looking at ways to tighten the early prison release scheme to stop child sex offenders walking free. A Ministry of Justice spokesperson said: "This government is fixing the prison crisis it inherited - building 14,000 more prison places and reforming sentencing so we can always lock up dangerous criminals. "Without this decisive action, prisons will run out of space entirely as early as November and we will be unable to lock up serious offenders at all." A spokesperson for Mr Burnham has been contacted.

Fery fed off a buoyant Centre Court crowd and produced another outstanding performance in sweltering conditions to win 6-4 7-6 (7-4) 6-0 to become only the fifth British player to make the last four of the men's singles in the Open era after Andy Murray, Tim Henman, Cameron Norrie and Roger Taylor. The 23-year-old will next face Germany's Alexander Zverev, who beat USA's Taylor Fritz 6-4 6-4 6-2, with Jannik Sinner against Novak Djokovic in the other semi-final on Friday. Latest Wimbledon scores and results 🎾Men's singles draw I Women's singles draw I Order of Play📝Download Sky Sports app for analysis, news and videoNot got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract "It seems to get better and better every match. I can't believe it. It's incredible playing on Centre Court for my second time, second win," said Fery, who is just the second wild-card after Goran Ivanisevic in 2001 to reach this stage of Wimbledon. "I played Flavio earlier this year and beat him in Australia so I knew I could do it. It gave me a boost of confidence. Kept going, very nervous beforehand but kept going until the finish line. "That last game I felt emotions that I haven't felt before in my life. It's unbelievable to share it with those guys [as he looks to his corner]. It makes me so happy." How Fery swept aside Cobolli Fery showed no signs of nerves or of feeling the effects of two five-set matches as he pushed Cobolli back in the baseline rallies and comfortably held serve throughout the first set. Cobolli had the first break-point chance in the seventh game but was unable to take it, and instead Fery broke the Italian in the 10th game to snatch the opening set. Cobolli came out of the blocks flying at the start of the second set to break Fery but the Briton broke back to make it 2-2 as he rediscovered his rhythm. Neither player was able to generate a further break-point chance so a crucial tie-break was required - and Fery came out on top, with some aggressive shot-making and an early mini-break proving decisive. Cobolli looked stunned physically and mentally, Fery taking full advantage by breaking his opponent at the start of the third set and then saving crucial break points in the second game. He consolidated that with a double break, Cobolli showing his frustration with the home support, and played with increasing freedom on his way to a set bagel and an incredible victory. "I've never been in this position before. I've been doing a great job over the past 10 days, so I'll see where that takes me," concluded Fery. Earlier on Wednesday, Czechia's Linda Noskova made her first Grand Slam semi-final with a 6-3 7-5 victory over Belgium's Elise Mertens. Noskova will face Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk after she comfortably beat Italy's Jasmine Paolini 6-3 6-2. Both women's semi-finals will take place on Thursday, with Coco Gauff taking on Karolina Muchova.

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma is thought to have fled to Zimbabwe two days before his wife and daughters were found dead. Police forced entry into their house in Great Denham, Bedfordshire, after Nothabo Zandile Tshuma, 42, Natalie, 15, and Nala, five, hadn't been seen for several days. The suspect, who goes by the name Mark, is from Bedford and is a British citizen of Zimbabwean heritage. Officers believe the 45-year-old flew from London Heathrow to Zimbabwe on Saturday. Detective Inspector Lee Martin appealed directly to the suspect to hand himself in. "Unthinkable harm has been caused to those around you," he said. "Three innocent people have lost their lives in the worst possible circumstances, leaving your relatives and friends devastated." "We are throwing the full weight of the law behind this investigation. Criminal investigations know no borders," DI Martin added. "We are actively working with national and intentional agencies to pursue every available line of inquiry to track you down - and we will find you. "So please do the right thing. Come forward and hand yourself in to local authorities." Nala's school, Pilgrims Pre Prep in Bedford, called her "a much-loved member of our school community who brought joy to those around her every day". "Many of our staff had known her since she was just seven months old and had the privilege of watching her grow," said head teacher Jo Webster. "She was a little ray of sunshine, known for her inquisitive and bubbly nature, her positivity, happiness and her wonderful sense of humour." Read more from Sky News:Neo-Nazi plot foiled in car parkStaff at charities 'threatened' Tshuma is now believed to be in Zimbabwe, but the African country does not appear on a list of the UK's extradition treaty partners. He owns and runs a property business called Nexus Trove Holdings from his address in Great Denham, according to Companies House. Most recent filings show that the business had just over £1m in assets at the end of 2024, with the firm, of which he is the sole director, making £48,277 profit that year. According to Rightmove, the property was bought for £1,270,000 in May 2024, and has a swimming pool, four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

After months of speculation, Sky is buying ITV's media and entertainment business in a deal worth £1.6 billion. So what does it mean for viewers? For now, probably not very much. The takeover still needs regulatory approval, and Ofcom will take a close look at its impact on competition and media plurality. But if it gets the green light, it could reshape the British television industry for decades to come. Read more: Why a Sky-ITV deal makes sense The deal comes at a challenging moment for broadcasters. Production costs are rising, advertising growth has slowed, and traditional television companies are facing fierce competition from global streaming giants like Netflix, Amazon, Disney and Apple. Sky and ITV argue that joining forces is the best way to compete. For viewers, both companies are keen to stress that the essentials won't change. ITV's channels and ITVX will remain free-to-air, while all of ITV's public service broadcasting obligations - including regional news and programming - will continue in full. Flagship shows such as Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Love Island and I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! aren't heading behind a paywall. ITV is legally required to remain a free-to-air broadcaster until 2034. In a briefing to press, Carolyn McCall, CEO of ITV, has also said Sky has made a commitment that from 6pm to 9:30pm, ITV's evening content must be original programming. Sky is also promising greater investment in ITV and says the deal will bring more sport to free-to-air television than ever before. Meanwhile, ITV News and Sky News insist they'll remain separate editorial voices. The logic behind the deal is simple - scale. The UK television market is no longer competing with itself. It's competing in a global media economy. See more from Sky News:UK set for highs of 34C this week Buckingham Palace denies Harry will stay Being bigger means having more money to spend on programmes and streaming technology, whilst also being able to spread costs across a much larger business. That's why supporters see this as one of the most significant media deals in British broadcasting history. At a time when many traditional broadcasters are under pressure, Sky believes it is securing ITV's future rather than changing its identity. And for viewers? The message is: don't expect less ITV - expect more investment, more sport and more of the shows you love.

Speaking on the Electoral Dysfunction podcast, Harriet Harman said that although Mr Burnham has "got a strong team of women around him and he's got a good record in Manchester of always including women and not having a boys' club", the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party (PLP) "are not prepared to take it on trust any more". Politics Hub: Follow the latest Baroness Harman added that the number of women in Mr Burnham's cabinet is going to be a "central issue because the women are going to make it so". Mr Burnham is currently the only declared candidate in the upcoming Labour leadership contest, with no other candidate expected to run against him. He will likely become prime minister on 20 July if he remains the only candidate. Baroness Harman said there would be "no more playing nice by the women in the Parliamentary Labour Party", following accusations of a boys' club and misogyny in Downing Street under Sir Keir Starmer. "They really want to see their place on equal terms now," she added. Put to her by Sky's political editor Beth Rigby that, as deputy Labour leader under Gordon Brown she was denied the post of deputy prime minister, alongside reports that Mr Burnham could appoint both Miliband brothers to senior roles in his cabinet, Baroness Harman said there is "scar tissue here". The Women's PLP has drafted a letter to Mr Burnham demanding he ensures at least 50% of ministerial jobs, and jobs in Number 10, go to women, our political reporter Faye Brown has reported. Mr Burnham attended a meeting of the Women's PLP on Tuesday, with multiple sources present telling Sky News that he was receptive to the jobs idea. 👉 Click here to listen to Electoral Dysfunction on your podcast app 👈 'Regretful' the next leader likely be another man Baroness Harman added that while there has "been a very big welcome for Andy Burnham", female Labour MPs were also "regretful that once again, the Labour Party has got their next male leader". Labour have never had a female leader, although they have had two female acting leaders, including Baroness Harman. The party has had four female deputy leaders, including the incumbent, Lucy Powell. Some female Labour MPs have told Sky News that the demands made of Mr Burnham over jobs will make it more likely that a woman succeeds him when the time comes. "There are many talented women in the PLP. The chances of them succeeding [Burnham] are more likely if you've held high office," one MP said.

The agreement is broken up into a guaranteed £48m payment plus £2m in add-ons. Chelsea will also retain a 10 per cent sell-on clause. Santos is now preparing to undergo a medical with Man Utd. The Brazil international joined Chelsea from Vasco da Gama and has since played on loan at Nottingham Forest and at Chelsea's sister club Starsbourg. Santos featured in 43 matches for Chelsea in all competitions last season, scoring three goals and contributing four assists. Manchester United are also expected to complete a move for Brazil midfielder Ederson, who looks set to move to Old Trafford from Serie A side Atalanta. Strengthening the midfield has been a priority for United this summer after the departure of Casemiro following the expiry of his contract and the long-term injury sustained by Manuel Ugarte while playing for Uruguay at the World Cup. What other positions are Man Utd targeting? Crysencio Summerville remains the number one target on the left wing, despite the club prioritising midfield this summer. United have held initial, exploratory talks with West Ham over a deal for the Netherlands international but they are not the only Premier League club interested. His future is expected to be clarified in the coming weeks after Netherlands were knocked out of the World Cup by Morocco. United ideally want to sign him using funds from the sale of Marcus Rashford, who is set to return to Old Trafford once his post-World Cup break is finished. Depending on how far England go into the tournament, that could be well into August. Tottenham are also in the running for Summerville and United are very aware they could lose out to Spurs on another priority target if they don't move quickly. There is also still a chance Rashford stays as a squad player under Carrick. The pursuit of Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall is on hold until they have recruited more midfielders.