Day: 25 April 2025
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The latest from Ukraine makes several front pages of the UK newspapers this morning with ongoing discussions over the US-proposed deal that would see Ukraine concede Crimea to Russia – something the UK Prime Minister says he won’t support.
There is coverage of Donald Trump’s rare rebuke of Putin – as the US President called the Russian President out for its latest savage attack on Kyiv.
Ofcom has announced new online safety rules aimed at keeping young people safe online. The regulator, which now also oversees online safety, has published more than 40 measures that tech firms and online platforms (aimed at kids) must follow. Failure to do this could see the firms/ platforms face a fine of up to £18 million – or ten per cent of their qualifying worldwide revenue.
Over 1,000 litres of urine collected from female participants at the London Marathon will be recycled into liquid fertiliser for wheat, supporting sustainability efforts.
Friday’s headlines feature a real variety of domestic and international stories, from the ongoing Ukraine peace talks to the online safety bill.
The sun is out here in the capital, and the weekend is just around the corner, so grab yourself a coffee and let’s have a quick look at this morning’s bulletins.
Andrew Johnston, a former contestant on Britain’s Got Talent, is on trial for allegedly raping two women, with the prosecution detailing instances of non-consensual sexual activity.
The Supreme Court ruling clarifies that “woman” and “sex” under the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological definitions, allowing some single-sex services to exclude trans women.
Following a recent earthquake in Istanbul, over 150 people suffered injuries, mainly from jumping from buildings, but no fatalities have been reported.
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Houthi rebels in Yemen have successfully shot down seven U.S. Reaper drones over a period of less than six weeks, amounting to a financial loss exceeding $200 million for the Pentagon.
Hamas has expressed a willingness to transfer governance of Gaza to another Palestinian entity, potentially the Palestinian Authority, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations led by Egypt and Qatar.
The FIA, Formula 1, and team representatives convened in Geneva to refine the technical framework for the upcoming 2026 engine regulations, aiming to mitigate significant performance disparities among manufacturers.
Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade policies are prompting global economic policymakers to reassess their strategies while highlighting concerns about trade imbalances and reliance on a single economic partner, particularly China.
JoJo Siwa revealed on Celebrity Big Brother that she received a bomb in the mail from a stalker when she was just 12 years old, which led to the perpetrator being imprisoned for five years.
Carlo Ancelotti remains the leading candidate for Brazil’s coaching position following the dismissal of Dorival Júnior, with the CBF keen on his appointment.
Max Holden has gained recognition for his impressive performances, including a standout 184 against Lancashire and a 107 against Glamorgan, leading to mentions on the Sky Sports cricket podcast.
Social media companies may face fines of up to £60,000 for not removing knife crime-related posts within 48 hours of a police warning, aimed at protecting children from harmful content.