Arsenal is heading to Old Trafford to face Manchester United in Thursday night’s Premier League matchup. The match kicks off at 8.15 pm.
Daily Mirror – ‘Boris Johnson no apology, no shame’
The Daily Mirror has a follow-up to Wednesday’s story about parties being held at Number 10 in the run-up to Christmas last year.
Daily Express – ‘Omicron cases are MILD’
Data from some countries affected by Omicron has suggested cases are mild, raising hopes the variant won’t be as dangerous as first thought, the Daily Express reports.
Man accidentally buys two identical lottery tickets but ends up winning with BOTH
The Daily Mirror says A man has won big after accidentally purchasing two identical tickets for the same lottery drawing and ending up winning two prizes.
The Sun – ‘Corrie Simon caught smuggling vaseline’
The Sun leads with the latest from the popular TV show I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.
Michigan shooting: Faces of tragic of teens killed by school shooter who used dad’s gun
The Daily Mirror says The three tragic teenagers who were shot dead by a fellow student at their high school on Tuesday have been named and pictured.
The Independent – ‘Omicron could be largest spike yet’
The Independent’s main story is a warning from advisers that Omicron could be the largest spike yet.
The Metro – ‘Let it flow’
Health Secretary Sajid Javid’s request to take lateral flow tests before Christmas socialising leads the front of the Metro.
The Guardian – ‘GPs may stop monitoring millions of patients due to jab drive’
GPs could be allowed to stop monitoring patients with underlying health problems in a bid to free them up for the booster jab drive, The Guardian reports.
Germany to announce nationwide Covid lockdown for unvaccinated population
The Daily Express says GERMANY will announce a nationwide lockdown for the unvaccinated amid soaring COVID-19 cases and Omicron variant fears.
Joe Biden delays UK trade deal in fury over Northern Ireland Brexit row
The Daily Express says JOE BIDEN has snubbed Brexit Britain after he pushed back on a trade deal between London and Washington due to tense talks.
Thousands of struggling Americans can apply for $500 stimulus checks before Christmas – here’s how to get yours
The Sun says THOUSANDS of cash-strapped Americans can apply for stimulus checks worth up to $500 just days before Christmas.
Clarence and Jacqueline Avant’s terrified neighbors fear ‘out of control’ crime wave after music mogul’s wife shot dead
The Sun says Clarence and Jacqueline Avant’s terrified neighbors fear ‘out of control’ crime wave after music mogul’s wife shot dead
Matt Hancock admits he ‘blew up every part of his life’ when CCTV showed him kissing aide
The Independent says Matt Hancock has admitted he had “blown up every part” of his life when he resigned from the cabinet.
Michigan school massacre suspect’s mother wrote open letter to Trump praising his support for gun rights
The Independent says More details are emerging about Ethan Crumbley, the 15-year-old charged with murder and terrorism for allegedly shooting and killing four students and wounding seven at a Michigan high school on Tuesday.
Brian Laundrie’s parents put ‘for sale’ sign on Florida home after learning he shot himself in the head
The Metro says Brian Laundrie’s parents are selling their Florida home after it was revealed that the cause of their son’s death was suicide.
Britney Spears can’t stop smiling as she heads off on holiday with fiancé Sam Asghari following 40th birthday celebrations
The Metro says Britney Spears is finally able to enjoy her freedom following the end of her 13-year-long conservatorship.
Ralf Rangnick to take charge of first Manchester United match on Sunday
The Guardian says Ralf Rangnick will take charge of his first match as Manchester United’s interim manager when Crystal Palace visit on Sunday.
China hits back at WTA boycott as IOC talks again to Peng Shuai
The Guardian says China has attacked the Women’s Tennis Association’s boycott in response to the treatment of Peng Shuai.
Omicron variant fuelling ‘exponential’ rise in Covid cases, say South Africa officials
The Guardian says The Omicron variant has fuelled a “worrying” surge in coronavirus cases in South Africa and is rapidly becoming the dominant strain.
Lewis Hamilton hits back at claims he’s ‘cheating’ in F1 title battle
The Independent says Lewis Hamilton hits back at claims he’s ‘cheating’ in F1 title battle
New Covid drug that works against Omicron and cuts risk of death by 79% is approved in UK
The Metro says A new Covid-19 treatment has been approved by UK regulators, in what could be a major boost for the NHS ahead of a difficult winter.
Oxford High School ‘shooter’ Ethan Crumbley, 15, charged with TERRORISM and murder after ‘killing 4 with dad’s gun’
The Sun says A 15-YEAR-old student has been charged with terrorism and murder after allegedly killing four of his classmates with his father's gun.
Mum vows not to return to McDonald’s after ‘homeless man left in tears’
The Daily Express says A DISGUSTED mum has vowed to boycott McDonald's as she claims staff refused to let her buy a hot drink and food for a homeless person.
Pub chef’s undercooked shepherd’s pie kills woman, 92, and leaves 31 others ill
The Daily Mirror says A 92-year-old parishioner died and 31 other pub diners fell ill after they were struck down by food poisoning at a harvest super.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s touching tribute to murdered schoolgirl Ava White
The Daily Mirror says Trent Alexander-Arnold dedicated Liverpool's 4-1 victory against Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday evening to schoolgirl Ava White.
UK economy set for record growth but Brits will be £1,700 a year worse off, research finds
The Sun says THE UK will enjoy the fastest growth of any advanced economy this year and next, international economists say.
Breaking: Meghan Markle wins court appeal over private leaked letter as judges back Sussexes
The Daily Express says MEGHAN MARKLE has triumphed in court as judges have ruled against sending her privacy case to trial.
Matt Hancock urged to ‘set record straight’ over pub landlord’s NHS Covid contract
The Independent says Matt Hancock urged to ‘set record straight’ over pub landlord’s NHS Covid contract.
Minister says ‘no snogging under the mistletoe at Christmas parties’
The Metro says Brits have been urged not to do any ‘snogging under the mistletoe’ at Christmas parties this year.
Mohamed Salah’s anger after Liverpool thrash Everton at Goodison Park
The Daily Express says Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Mohamed Salah was "angry" in the dressing room after Liverpool's 4-1 win over Everton.
Watford 1 Chelsea 2: Hakim Ziyech winner keeps relieved Blues top of table after medical emergency sparks massive delay
The Sun says Watford 1 Chelsea 2: Hakim Ziyech winner keeps relieved Blues top of table after medical emergency sparks massive delay.
Peng Shuai missing: WTA chief announces decision to suspend tournaments in China
The Daily Mirror says The WTA has suspended all its tournaments in China over the handling of sexual assault allegations made by Peng Shuai and its failure to provide adequate proof of her safety.
Afghan boy, 11, goes missing in London weeks after arriving in the UK
The Guardian says A young boy from Afghanistan has gone missing less than a month after arriving in the UK.
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk
Most of Thursday’s front pages focus on Covid restrictions and government guidance over the Christmas period.