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Mis-Teeq reunite for Wembley show marking 25 years of debut album
The UK garage-era trio will play London’s Wembley Arena in September, with Alesha Dixon saying the comeback began in the group chat
John Healey resigns as defence secretary over spending plan
In a letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Healey said the government’s defence investment plan does not meet the demands facing the UK
West Ham faces ownership test after Sullivan steps down
David Sullivan denies allegations about his private life, but the football regulator’s request for urgent information has deepened uncertainty around the relegated club
Mandelson files leave gaps over messages, vetting and Epstein
More than 1,500 pages have been released on Lord Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, but key records and answers remain undisclosed
How viral dance routines became part of pop’s rollout
Choreographers behind routines for PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson say the dances that travel fastest often feel simple, communal and unforced
Boy George receives lifetime achievement honour at LGBT Awards
Jean Paul Gaultier surprised the Culture Club singer with the award at a central London ceremony, where Boy George also won music artist of the year
Ousted BP Chair Albert Manifold Rejects ‘Lies’ About His Conduct
Manifold said he accepted BP’s decision to remove him but denied crossing a line, while the company said it stood by its statement on governance and conduct concerns
Serena Williams in talks over Queen’s doubles return
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has completed the required drug-testing period, but no deal has been finalised for the London grass-court event
Second batch of Mandelson papers delayed until after recess
Darren Jones told MPs the documents will be released after Parliament returns, amid questions over withheld files and new redaction grounds
Mandelson appointment papers are being withheld, intelligence watchdog says
The Intelligence and Security Committee says ministers should seek MPs’ approval before holding back some material tied to Lord Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US