The UK government seized control of British Steel on Wednesday to ensure steel supply for vital industries. This follows financial strain and fears it could fail. The World Health Organisation now warns that measles cases are surging worldwide, fueling concerns about a public health crisis. Meanwhile, England’s 2026 World Cup hopes ended after a semi-final defeat to Argentina. The UK economy expanded slightly in May, yet Devon farmers said that dry conditions worsened even after some rain. In another development, the US broadened airstrikes into northern Iran after Iran attacked Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.