On Sunday, the newly appointed U.K. Defense Secretary praised President Donald Trump for shaking Europe from its slumber. He asserted that the continent would eventually express gratitude toward Trump for galvanizing NATO allies, prompting them to take a more active role in safeguarding their own security.

In an appearance on Sky News, Wes Streeting suggested that the United Kingdom is poised to adjust its transatlantic relations under the leadership of new Prime Minister Andy Burnham. However, he made it clear that Britain remains steadfast in its refusal to support any U.S. offensive military actions against Iran.

Streeting conveyed his thoughts to Sky News presenter Trevor Phillips by emphasizing the importance of standing firm and not simply agreeing with everything. “The first thing you do is you don’t suck up,” he said, adding that his impression is that President Trump and his administration aren’t interested in flattery.

“President Trump is known for his straightforwardness,” Streeting remarked. “He is a person who speaks his mind and stands by his words.”

“I don’t know him, but I do trust the United States,” he added.

Streeting took charge of the U.K. Ministry of Defence on July 20, the same day Burnham became prime minister.

“I’ve not even been in the job a week. I’ve always been aware that the alliance between the U.S. and the U.K. is unlike any in the world, and of course, that’s historic, it’s cultural, it’s political,” Streeting said. “It’s driven by self-interest as well as mutual shared interests.”

During his first week in office, Streeting also had a call with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to discuss maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and broader NATO commitments.

“But just in my first week as defense secretary, I have had a unique insight into just how close and integral that relationship is when it comes to defense and security,” Streeting explained.

“And it’s one of the reasons why I was very keen and pleased in the first week to meet with my U.S. counterpart, Pete Hegseth, where I was clear that we’ve not supported offensive action in Iran, and we won’t support offensive action in Iran,” he continued. “But there are plenty of things that we can and should do together when it comes to securing the Strait of Hormuz, in making sure that Iran doesn’t develop nuclear weapons, in terms of investing in our capability and NATO’s capability.”

Trump has long criticized European NATO members for failing to spend enough on defense, arguing they should shoulder a greater share of the alliance’s security burden.

At July’s NATO summit in Turkey, Trump pressed allies to follow through on their commitments to increase defense spending.

“And one of the things I’d say about President Trump specifically: we don’t always like what he says, we don’t always like his methods,” Streeting said. “But I genuinely think when this period of history is written, Europe will thank President Trump for shaking us out of our complacency and forcing us to stand on our own two feet and end the period of overreliance on the United States for defense because what he said about Europe isn’t unique to President Trump, the MAGA movement or the Republican Party.”

“This has been a longstanding grain of U.S. frustration with Europe under Democratic and Republican presidents, and in the world we live in, it is right that we can act to secure ourselves,” he added.

Streeting also said the U.K. could “act with our allies here in Europe and, of course, work with the United States without being overly dependent to the extent that NATO and Europe has been.”

News Media has reached out to 10 Downing Street for further comment.

Throw a fit over today’s style

Renowned for outfitting men with sophistication, Joseph Abboud embarked on a fashion journey that began decades ago. But what inspired his path into the world of men’s style?

“I was a Boston boy,” Joseph shared. “Enchanted by the glamour of classic films starring icons like Errol Flynn and Gary Cooper, I was drawn to the allure of Hollywood fashion, which eventually led me to join Ralph Lauren.”

Abboud pondered the evolution of style, lamenting its current state. “When did the sense of style erode? Imagine, shorts in an office setting! The pandemic played its part, pushing many men to work remotely clad in their pajamas. The culture of dressing up for occasions has faded—be it visiting the theater or heading to the office. Once upon a time, New York embodied America’s fashion prowess with its elegance and allure, but that grandeur has waned. Now, theaters see patrons in T-shirts, carrying takeaway bags. In the past, enthusiasts eagerly awaited the September issues of GQ and Esquire for the latest fall trends.”

Abboud went on to say, “Every man ought to invest in a classic navy blazer and gray suit for those special moments—a wedding, a funeral, or meeting the girlfriend’s parents. Once, a stroll to admire the window displays at Saks, Bergdorf’s, or Barney’s was a comforting celebration of style. Nowadays, the city has lost some of its sparkle, influenced by current political climates.”

Worse for wear

Cindy chimed in, noting a shift in women’s street-style as well. “Women today parade city streets in shorts and revealing outfits. Where are we headed?”

Joseph: “COVID was disastrous for young men understanding what’s appropriate. Listen, we knew Bill Blass, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren — the greatest icons in American fashion. Giants like Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld. I had the privilege of knowing these people. A man needs a suit. For a wedding. Job interview. We need to figure out what to do in New York City. Half the shops are closed. People sleeping in the hallways. You’re afraid for your safety. New York City, greatest city in the world, should be ashamed of itself.

“I’m going back into archives and picking out pieces I loved 20 years ago. I’ll style it differently. Maybe take that suit jacket and wear it with a cargo pant and cashmere turtleneck. Not buy less, but buy better. Our European counterparts do that very well, especially the European women. They know to tie a scarf or to wear a jacket they’ve had 10 years. I’d made maybe 7 million suits here in the United States and am proud of that.

“But today, when someone will have a bikini for $800, I say to myself, how can a bikini that’s made of a quarter of a yard of fabric be $800? Or a handbag be $25,000? How can that be? Point is you don’t need five or six suits. Buy one nice suit. Listen, when I launched in 1987, there were 100-plus great department stores in America — probably four or five left.”

Tell me if you had a lousy person you ever dressed. Didn’t you ever have a pain in the ass?

Joseph: “Yeah. I did the Olympics with NBC and CBS. Occasionally, some were appreciative. I want to dress the American man, but I am unthrilled with their long hair and tattoos up the behind.”

City Yves-dropping

Wait. More stuff. Saint Laurent dressed Claudia Cardinale, Catherine Deneuve and Capucine. So Metrograph downtown is doing this one now through the end of August. It’s a series of flicks and flacks, “Dressed by Yves Saint Laurent.” It’s seven movies in all. Go. Tell me about it.

Meanwhile, everybody else not in a theater is rushing to that whatsisname zillionaire who is heading for Mars every Thursday. I can understand that. They want to get on line. Neither Elon nor whatever our vice president’s name is — not everyone can make another baby every week.

Only in space, kids, only in space.

Revealing an unexpected twist in her love story, the wife of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield shared how a simple internet search nearly derailed their budding romance.

Emily Wilkinson, who has stood by the former top draft pick for seven years now as his spouse, confessed that her first Google inquiry into Mayfield before their initial date left her quite unsettled.

During Netflix’s series ‘Quarterback’, Wilkinson reflected on how their mutual friend Patrick played matchmaker back in late 2017, assuring her that Mayfield was a really easygoing guy.

Yet, Wilkinson’s online search didn’t exactly showcase his sports achievements. Instead, it unearthed a slew of personal and professional controversies surrounding him.

“I also knew nothing about Baker,” Wilkinson candidly admitted. “Patrick, who set us up, suggested just Googling him, expecting I’d come across his Heisman success and learn about his admirable character.”

Instead, Wilkinson was immediately greeted by reports of Mayfield’s February 2017 arrest in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he faced misdemeanor charges of public intoxication, disorderly conduct, fleeing and resisting arrest. 

‘When I Googled him, I saw that he got arrested in Arkansas,’ Wilkinson added. ‘I saw that he did some very profane things on the sideline of the Kansas game. [And] He stuck the flag in the middle of Ohio State. The top five headlines were not favorable.’ 

The ‘profane’ incident occurred during Oklahoma’s November 2017 clash against Kansas, where Mayfield grabbed his crotch and shouted obscenities toward the Jayhawks sideline after players refused to shake his hand before the game began. 

Months earlier, Mayfield had also sparked outrage by planting an Oklahoma Sooners flag in the middle of Ohio State’s turf following a marquee victory in Columbus. 

Despite the far-from-ideal first impression, Wilkinson decided to give the quarterback a chance and the pair began dating in December 2017 – just days after Mayfield went on to win the Heisman Trophy. 

The couple tied the knot in July 2019 and now share two children together: daughter Kova Jade, born in April 2024, and son Maverick Thorne, born in April 2026.

Wilkinson’s comments come amid a standoff between Mayfield and Tampa Bay. 

Mayfield is currently in the final year of his contract with the Buccaneers, the team with which he experienced a career resurgence after rough stints with the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Rams.

While the Buccaneers are in ‘no rush’ to extend Mayfield, according to NBC Sports, the quarterback has set a deadline to get a deal put together before the start of training camp.

If the two sides are unable to reach an agreement, and the Buccaneers choose not to franchise tag Mayfield, NBC’s Mike Florio reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers ‘should be ready to make a move.’

Pittsburgh will be looking for a new quarterback in 2027 after Aaron Rodgers is set to retire from the sport.

Mayfield may not be the worst option for them, considering he was top-10 in the league in passing yards and passing touchdowns in 2025.

Tragedy struck a massive party in rural California on Saturday night, resulting in one fatality and injuring six others as gunfire rang out, causing hundreds of partygoers to flee in terror, authorities reported.

The shooting took place just after 10 p.m. in Morgan Hill, located approximately 25 miles from San Jose, according to information provided by the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office.

Officials confirmed that the event was an unauthorized party, widely advertised on social media, which attracted a crowd of over 300 people.

Initially, deputies were dispatched due to reports of intoxicated individuals on the roadway and complaints of bottles being thrown at passing cars. However, upon arrival, they found themselves amidst the chaos ensuing from the unexpected gun violence, the sheriff’s office stated.

Responding deputies provided lifesaving aid until emergency medical personnel arrived, but one person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officials said multiple others suffered gunshot wounds and were rushed to local hospitals.

Preliminary information indicates the suspect used a handgun, though no suspects have been publicly identified.

Homicide detectives said they believe the shooting was an isolated incident and noted the investigation is expected to be “lengthy and complex.”

“This tragic and senseless violence is entirely unacceptable,” Santa Clara County Sheriff Robert Jonsen said in a statement. “Our hearts go out to the victim’s family, those recovering from their injuries and everyone in our community affected by this traumatic event.”

“We will work tirelessly until those responsible for this horrific act are identified, apprehended, and held fully accountable,” Jonsen added.

Officials said multiple agencies responded to the scene, including the Morgan Hill Police Department, Gilroy Police Department, California Highway Patrol and San Jose Police Department.

News Media reached out to the Morgan Hill Police Department, Gilroy Police Department, California Highway Patrol and San Jose Police Department for more information.