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There is a lot at stake in next week's election in Israel, not least the political future of Benjamin Netanyahu. For 30 years, he has been at the top of Israeli politics, but after three years of war, that could all be about to change. We've taken a look at how likely he is to lose, who his main opponents are, and how the result could affect the entire Middle East.

Manchester City are in big trouble, that much is clear. But how bad is the collateral damage for the Premier League? It has been just over a week since the Premier League confirmed that the club had been found guilty of massive breaches of the league's financial rules. It coincides with a period when City rose to be the dominant force in English football. The club maintain their innocence, and are...

For the past 25 years, Wales has radically reshaped its education system, taking a radically different path from England. But it remains far ehind every other home nation in performance in reading, maths and science, according to a new report. So what's behind these poor scores? It launched a play-based curriculum for young children, abolished school league tables, and scrapped tests like SATs tra...

Germany’s far-right, anti-immigration AfD party is on course for a major victory in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, potentially marking the first time a far-right party has led a government in Germany since World War II. With a campaign fronted by TikTok star Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD has surged in popularity, but it’s not without controversy. A win would likely send shockwaves through German politics...

This year's 'Godzilla El Niño' is on track to be the biggest we've ever seen. It's predicted to trigger flooding and drought that could affect the price of shopping in the UK. El Niño happens every few years when the Pacific Ocean warms up in a specific pattern near the equator. Trade winds weaken or even reverse and, as a result, warm water flows back east across the Pacific, taking the rain with...

Nigel Farage will compete with a record 33 other candidates in the Clacton by-election, despite several political parties refusing to stand. The Reform UK leader triggered the by-election in what he called a "people versus the establishment” contest, protesting against media and parliamentary scrutiny of his finances. Labour, the Conservatives, the Liberal Democrats and the Green Party have all bo...

Wildfires burning in France and Spain, heatwaves hitting the whole of Europe, and "coolcations" on the rise. For decades, Brits have travelled to Southern Europe to get away for the summer, but could climate change be about to change that forever? Is the traditional European summer holiday as we know it a thing of the past? In this explainer, we look at what is causing the wildfires this summer, t...

Thousands of young people from India’s Gen Z have taken to the streets of New Delhi as part of the viral Cockroach Janta Party movement, clashing with police and demanding political change. The party, which started as an online joke has rapidly grown into a nationwide campaign, and become a rare public challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, with many calling for Education Minister...

Argentina v England is one of the bitterest rivalries in football - and the two sides are preparing to meet in a World Cup semi final. But where did it all begin. Its actually not with the controversial 'Hand of God' goal, scored by Diego Maradona in 1986, nor with the Falklands conflict of 1982. These two sides first engaged in a bitter clash during the 1966 World Cup. We'll explain what happened...

Gianni Infantino is the most powerful man in world football, but he never seems to be far from controversy. From rescinding red cards to sky-high ticket prices, we look at how the former Swiss lawyer climbed his way to the top of FIFA, how he's managed to hold onto power so successfully, and what the might future hold for him.

The UK is in the middle of its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures climbing into the mid-30s in parts of the country. So how hot could it get? How long will it last? And how many heatwaves could we see this summer? In this video, we'll explain what causes heatwaves, why heat in the UK can feel more intense than in many other countries, and the events already being disrupted by soaring te...

England fans have turned their attention to Mexico after the Three Lions reached the last 16 of the World Cup, thanks to two late goals from Harry Kane. The side will face Mexico at Estadio Azteca, which sits more than 7,300ft above sea level, at 1am BST on Monday. At Estadio Azteca's height, oxygen intake can fall by more than 7% until the body has time to acclimatise. That can reduce stamina and...

Continental Europe is in the grip of a deadly heatwave that has claimed hundreds of lives, including three children in France, as temperatures soared above 40C. France and Spain were among the worst affected as the continent sweltered under a heat dome, a vast area of stagnant high pressure. In Spain, 212 people have died due to the extreme heat over the past week, according to data from the count...

Tomorrow, voters in the Makerfield constituency head to the polls for one of the most unusual and consequential by-elections in modern history. That is because Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham is standing for Labour, and is expected to launch a direct challenge to the Prime Minister should he win. But will he win? Makerfield by-election polls suggest a tight two-horse race between Reform U...

Trump, ticket prices, and thunderstorms… The 2026 World Cup is about to kick off, but it could be a bumpy ride. We’ve already seen one of the referees banned from entering the United States, Iran’s team being forced to move their training base to Mexico, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino telling everyone to ‘chill’. So here are the biggest problems the tournament could face.

In this ITV News explainer, we examine why tensions between the United States and Cuba are escalating, how Donald Trump’s approach to foreign policy has fuelled speculation about Cuba’s future, and what options could be on the table for Washington. Presented by ITV News reporter Will Tullis, this video explores the historical roots of US-Cuba hostility, the impact of decades of sanctions and embar...

Average annual energy bills are set to go up by more than £200 a year from July, after energy regulator Ofgem announced a 13% rise in the energy price cap. It's largely down to the impact of the Iran War, but with the UK generating more electricity from renewable sources than ever before, why aren't we feeling the benefits in our bills? The answer is more complicated than you might think, and it a...

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda was declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organisation. Ebola is a highly contagious virus that can be contracted via bodily fluids such as vomit, blood, or semen. The disease it causes is rare, but can be severe and often fatal. In a post on X, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said the outbreak does not me...

China has vowed for decades to bring Taiwan under its control, but under President Xi Jinping, pressure on the self-governing island has intensified dramatically. With the US committed to defending Taiwan, there are fears that the world could be edging closer to a conflict between two nuclear superpowers. ITV News Asia Correspondent Debi Edward examines why Taiwan matters so much to Beijing, how C...

Labour and the Conservatives have dominated British politics for more than 100 years. But local and devolved elections being held across the UK could be about to change that forever, and potentially mark the end for Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. ITV News' election expert Professor Jane Green has been given access to YouGov polling data that suggests that we might be at a tipping point, where cha...

The King and Queen will meet with US President Donald Trump in person five times over four days as they try to patch up the strained relations between the US and UK amid the conflict in Iran. And everyone involved in the visit admits it is the most risky diplomatic trip of King Charles’ reign so far. Trump has said Starmer is "no Winston Churchill", he picked on his voice, shared social media post...

The appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK's ambassador to Washington has led to a series of scandals and resignations, after revelations about the extent of his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein came to light. Lord Mandelson was sacked as ambassador in 2025, after information was published by the US government as part of the Epstein files. Despite admitting to being aware o...

Kim Ju Ae could be the most powerful teenage girl in the world. Not only is she the daughter of the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un – one of the most feared dictators in the world. She could also end up becoming the next Supreme Leader of the country. Recently, she’s been seen at official events more and more alongside her father. But could the patriarchal totalitarian regime in North Korea ever a...

On the 7th of May, the United Kingdom will go to the polls to vote in local and national elections across the country. And they are more important than you might think. National elections in Scotland and Wales could set a path for the breakup of the UK, England's council elections could decimate Labour and the Conservatives. The Greens and Reform are projected to make big gains, and the results ac...

For the first time in more than 50 years, a half-million-mile return journey looping around the lunar surface. Artemis II will be full of firsts but also fraught with danger. So what are the 6 things that could go wrong on NASA’s moon mission?