As the summer of 2025 unfolds, music fans and news followers alike have plenty to anticipate. From the government’s unveiling of a pivotal 10-Year Health Plan to the much-anticipated reunion tour of Britpop legends Oasis, the week ahead promises a blend of cultural milestones, political developments, and sporting spectacles.
First, the political and economic landscape is set to be busy starting Monday, June 30, with the release of the UK GDP National Accounts coinciding with the Wimbledon tennis championships kicking off. This day also marks the beginning of a significant trial in Sheffield, where a teenager faces charges related to the killing of Harvey Willgoose. Meanwhile, financial circles will be abuzz as Jonathan Reynolds addresses the City Week financial services forum, and the Premier League PSR accounts deadline looms. Across the globe, jury deliberations are expected to start in a high-profile Australian trial concerning a deadly mushroom lunch.
Tuesday, July 1, brings further political activity with MPs scheduled to vote on a new welfare reform bill, despite potential rebellion within the Labour ranks. Central bankers Jerome Powell and Andrew Bailey will appear at the European Central Bank Forum on Central Banking, while Royal Week celebrations commence in Scotland. Local governance will be in focus as ministers speak at the Local Government Association conference. Notably, energy price cap changes come into effect, and the Foreign Interference Registration Scheme is introduced, signaling heightened vigilance against external meddling. France also expands its ban on smoking in public spaces, reflecting ongoing public health efforts.
Midweek, Wednesday, July 2, ushers in the UEFA Women’s European Championships, a major event spotlighting women’s football across Europe. Shabana Mahmood will address the Annual Judges Dinner, and Matt Hancock is scheduled to appear at a Covid inquiry hearing focusing on the care sector. Environmental policy takes center stage as the European Commission is expected to unveil its ambitious 2040 climate target proposal. The entertainment and sports worlds intersect with a hearing in the Harvey Weinstein retrial and England’s cricket team facing India in the second Test match in Birmingham.
Thursday, July 3, highlights include the court appearance of ‘Tommy Robinson’ on harassment charges and the Ofsted chief inspector’s address at the Festival of Education. Urban planning debates continue with the London Assembly plenary considering proposals for Oxford Street pedestrianisation, while the French foreign minister speaks at the Aix-en-Provence Economic Forum, emphasizing international economic cooperation.
Friday, July 4, marks a significant cultural moment as Oasis’s reunion tour kicks off at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. This event is especially poignant for fans who remember the band’s dramatic split in 2009, when sibling rivalry between Noel and Liam Gallagher brought their era-defining run to an abrupt end. The band will perform two shows in Cardiff before moving on to a series of dates at Heaton Park, where thousands of fans are expected to relive the magic of their music. The day also commemorates the anniversary of Labour’s landslide general election win, while the Club World Cup quarterfinals begin. In the United States, the target date for the budget reconciliation bill to reach former President Donald Trump approaches, and Joey Chestnut returns to the famous July 4 Hot Dog Eating competition.
Saturday, July 5, offers a rich sporting lineup with the Tour de France starting, England and Wales playing their first Euros matches, and the annual Pride in London parade celebrating diversity and inclusion. Music history will be made as Ozzy Osbourne performs his final gig with Black Sabbath, while the Diamond League Eugene athletics meeting showcases elite track and field competition. This day also marks 80 years since the pivotal 1945 UK general election.
Sunday, July 6, sees Brazil hosting the BRICS Summit without China’s President Xi Jinping, highlighting shifting global alliances. Eight OPEC+ countries convene to discuss energy policies, and motorsport fans will be glued to the British Grand Prix. The Annual Orange Order service in Drumcree and the CONCACAF Gold Cup final round out the day’s events.
Amid these diverse happenings, Oasis’s reunion tour stands out as a cultural touchstone. The band’s last performance together was on August 22, 2009, at the now-defunct V Festival at Weston Park, Staffordshire. A fan who attended that final show recalls being just 15 years old, experiencing one of their first festival moments shadowed by tension and sibling strife. The setlist included hits like "Cigarettes & Alcohol," "Half The World Away," and an acoustic version of "Wonderwall," but the performance was marred by the palpable discord between the Gallagher brothers. Shortly after, Noel Gallagher quit the band, citing that he “simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer.”
Now, as Oasis Live ’25 prepares to launch, fans hold their breath for a drama-free series of concerts that celebrate the band’s enduring legacy. The author of the fan’s account appeals to Noel and Liam to “put sibling feuds and rock star egos to one side” to honor the millions whose lives their music has touched. After all, these shows belong to the fans who have waited a lifetime to witness the band’s iconic songs performed live once more.
Beyond the concerts, the week ahead is packed with key statistical releases, including the UK economic accounts, CBI growth indicators, Bank of England reports, and international trade statistics. Climate data from the Met Office and European inflation figures will inform economic and environmental discussions. Reports on child exploitation investigations and forced marriage statistics underscore ongoing social challenges.
In the realm of education and urban life, the Festival of Education and London Assembly’s debates on pedestrianisation reflect efforts to shape future generations and cityscapes. Meanwhile, international forums and summits, such as the Aix-en-Provence Economic Forum and the BRICS Summit, highlight the interconnected nature of today’s global challenges.
As the world watches these developments unfold, from political reforms and economic data to sporting events and cultural reunions, the coming week promises a vivid tapestry of stories that will shape public discourse and collective memory.
