What You Need To Know

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 embargoes, and the growing economic crisis facing ordinary Cubans.
We look at whether increased pressure on Havana could lead to regime change, a “friendly takeover”, further economic isolation, or a worsening humanitarian situation.
Featuring expert analysis from ITV News US Correspondent Dan Rivers and Lillian Guerra, professor of Cuban and Caribbean history at the University of Florida, the video breaks down the political, military and economic factors shaping the relationship between Washington and Havana.

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 all comes down to how energy prices are set in the UK...

We explain what's going on, why renewables haven't made your bills cheaper, and if drilling in the North Sea might be the answer.

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 meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency, like Covid-19, and advised against the closure of international borders.
ITV News explains what you need to know about the Ebola outbreak so far.

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 China could attempt to take the island, and what the consequences could mean for the global economy and international security.
This explainer explores the history behind China’s claim to Taiwan, the rise of Taiwanese identity, and the growing military, economic and political pressure being exerted by Beijing. It also looks at the possible scenarios experts believe are most likely — from a Chinese naval blockade and cyber attacks to the prospect of a full-scale invasion.
With Taiwan producing many of the world’s most advanced semiconductors, any conflict in the region could have global consequences far beyond Asia. The video also examines the role of the United States, President Donald Trump’s position on Taiwan, and whether America would intervene in a war with China.
As tensions rise across the Taiwan Strait, this is what you need to know about one of the most consequential geopolitical disputes in the world today.
Contributor:
Ben Bland - Director, Asia-Pacific Programme, Chatham House