Explainers
Clear guides to the stories shaping Britain — what's happening, why it matters, and what comes next.
Norway's historic World Cup win over Brazil: explained
Norway reached their first World Cup quarter-final by beating Brazil 2-1, with Erling Haaland scoring twice.
Thomas Tuchel's England World Cup run: explained
Explains Thomas Tuchel's England World Cup run, his contract, and the FA's stance.
England's World Cup 2026 path: explained
England's World Cup 2026 path after beating Mexico, their quarter-final vs Norway, and what's next.
England's World Cup five-mini-games approach: explained
How England's five-mini-games tactic helped beat Mexico at the World Cup, explained.
Folarin Balogun red card controversy: what happened and why it matters - explained
A look at the controversy over FIFA overturning Folarin Balogun's ban after US president Donald Trump's intervention.
England's World Cup 2026 route: explained
England's World Cup 2026 route and quarter-final against Norway, explained.
Jordan Henderson's wrist injury: what happened and why it matters
Jordan Henderson's wrist injury while celebrating England's World Cup win explained
World Cup fan parks: how the UK brings the tournament home – explained
Explains what World Cup fan parks are, why UK fans use them, and the experience of watching big matches together.
England's World Cup 2026 victory over Mexico: explained
England's dramatic 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico in 2026, explained.
What is the World Cup red card suspension rule? The Balogun case explained
The red card suspension system explained, after political intervention lifted Folarin Balogun's ban.
England fans pull all-nighter for Mexico thriller: why late-night World Cup matches are a British tradition, explained
England fans pulled all-nighters for a thrilling World Cup win over Mexico – why late-night matches are a British tradition.
MPs' financial interests: the rules explained
An explainer on the parliamentary rules for MPs declaring gifts and benefits, using the Nigel Farage case.
What is the National Three Peaks Challenge? Kate Middleton's feat explained
The Princess of Wales completed the National Three Peaks Challenge; here's what it involves and why it matters.
Harry Kane and the Wonderwall tradition: England's World Cup phenomenon explained
Why Harry Kane's post-match singing of 'Wonderwall' has become a World Cup tradition and what it means for England.
What the ITV-Sky deal means for UK television: explained
A look at the £1.6bn sale of ITV's broadcast arm to Sky and what it means for viewers.
Jordan Henderson's freak injury: how footballers get hurt celebrating
Jordan Henderson's freak wrist injury while celebrating England's World Cup win, explained.
Skydiving accident in the UK: explained
A 22-year-old experienced skydiver died in a fall at Langar Airfield; what we know about skydiving accident investigations in the UK.
Prince Harry's UK security row: explained
Prince Harry's ongoing security dispute with the UK government prevents family reunions.
What happens when a missing person's car is involved? The case of William Hutchinson and Stuart Tallis explained
Explains the case of two missing men found dead in a hidden car and how police handle such searches in the UK.
EasyJet takeover: what a Castlelake deal means for UK travellers
Explains the proposed Castlelake takeover of easyJet, the regulatory hurdles, and what it means for UK travellers.
Norway's World Cup breakthrough: explained
Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 2026, driven by Erling Haaland.
England vs Mexico 2026: a historic World Cup win explained
England's 3-2 win over Mexico at the Azteca in 2026 World Cup round of 16 is analysed.
England's World Cup path: explained
England's World Cup path after beating Mexico: quarter-final vs Norway, possible semi vs Argentina.
Folarin Balogun red card controversy: explained
Fifa's suspension of Folarin Balogun's red card ban after Trump's lobbying, explained.
Brazil's World Cup exit: what went wrong and what's next?
Why Brazil crashed out to Norway in the 2026 World Cup last 16 and what it means for the team's future.
How England reached the World Cup quarter-finals: explained
England beat Mexico 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Jude Bellingham scored twice, and they face Norway next.
Erling Haaland: World Cup quarter-final threat explained
Why Erling Haaland is the striker England fear most in the World Cup quarter-final, with key stats and context.
What is a red card in football? Explained
Explains red card rules in football using Quansah's World Cup red card as an example.
England vs Mexico at World Cup 2026: the high-altitude challenge explained
Why England's World Cup clash with Mexico is a unique test of altitude and endurance.
What are FIFA's rules on gifts and weather delays?
FIFA's gift rules and weather contingency plans explained, using Mexico's watch return and England match storm risks.