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Starmer hails Brexit reset as ‘new era’ in EU relations The Times calls the deal, unveiled by the prime minister on Tuesday, a “new era” saying…
An illegal immigrant who was involved in smuggling more than 3,000 others into Europe has been sentenced to 25 years in jail.
EU deal puts Britain back on the world stage, says Starmer The Guardian says the prime minister’s pledge that the new “EU deal puts Britain back…
Starmer’s Surrender: The Day Brexit Dream Died The Daily Mail takes a negative stance on the deal highlighting the backlash and labelling it “Starmer’s surrender.” The…
Keir’s abject surrender is betrayal of Brexit Britain The Daily Express says when the good people of Dudley – and millions across the country –…
Brexit battle 2 begins Metro says “Brexit battle 2 begins” reporting Brexiteers are taking aim at the prime minister in a “bruising new battle” with accusations…
Done up like a kipper The Sun sees the deal with the EU as a “bow down to EU judges” and suggests it will “throw open…
Nicole Kidman described herself as a ‘character actor’ in a recent interview, sparking speculation that her comments were aimed at ex-husband Tom Cruise, who has been labelled ‘the last movie star.’
A roundup of the news dominating the UK every day.
Tuesday’s newspaper front pages cover the landmark EU deal that, according to the prime minister, puts the UK back on the global stage. The paper’s political leanings are as clear as ever in this morning’s headlines with the left-leaning press celebrating the UK rebuilding its relations with the EU – and highlighting the economic benefits that will come with it. The right-leaning press sees it as a betrayal of Brexit – even though many of the papers have acknowledged that Brexit in its current form does not work.
Both Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are experiencing historically poor seasons, sitting in 16th and 17th place in the Premier League, yet one will qualify for the Champions League by winning the Europa League.
Cliff Notes Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with arson related to three fires linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including one…
Good morning! Grab a coffee and let’s dive into today’s headlines.
In a significant development, the UK, France, and Canada have jointly warned Israel of “concrete actions” if it continues its military operations in Gaza and restricts humanitarian aid.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has secured a landmark “Brexit reset” deal with the EU, aiming to revitalise UK-EU relations. The agreement includes easing trade barriers, reintroducing the UK into the Erasmus programme, and establishing a new defence partnership. While the deal promises economic benefits, it has faced criticism over concessions like extended EU fishing access to UK waters.
On the trade front, the UK is actively pursuing a free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, comprising six Gulf nations. Recent discussions between UK officials and Gulf leaders indicate progress towards strengthening economic ties in the region.
Internationally, tensions remain high as global leaders respond to the escalating situation in Gaza, with calls for ceasefires and increased humanitarian assistance.
Donald Trump has said Russia and Ukraine will “immediately” start negotiating towards a ceasefire and an end to the war – after a two-hour phone call with Putin.
Israel has permitted five UN lorries carrying food, including baby supplies, into Gaza — the first aid delivery in 11 weeks. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the decision followed pressure from US senators concerned about a looming famine.
Will Young, the Pop Idol winner, is contemplating a career shift to become a school counsellor to support young people in need.
The UK and European Union have announced a comprehensive agreement aimed at resetting relations post-Brexit. Key elements include a commitment to work towards a common sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) area, and aligning UK rules with EU standards on plant and animal health.
Donald Trump’s recent two-hour phone call with President Putin has not led to any significant progress in Ukraine peace negotiations, raising questions about his commitment to the role of peace broker.
The UK, France, and Canada have warned Israel they may take “concrete actions” if it continues to escalate military operations in Gaza. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian PM Mark Carney, issued a joint statement urging Israel to halt its offensive and allow immediate humanitarian aid into the territory.
Nicusor Dan, an unexpected winner, claimed the Romanian presidency with approximately 54% of the vote, marking a rejection of far-right candidate George Simion, who received 46%.
In a dramatic turnaround at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, Max Verstappen showcased Red Bull’s superiority over McLaren, finishing first while Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri struggled to match his pace.
Port-au-Prince is predominantly under gang control, with an estimated 90% of the area occupied, leaving residents vulnerable to violence and displacement.
Portugal’s centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition retains power with nearly a third of the vote, amidst a significant rise of the far-right Chega party, now joint second with the Socialists.
The Nampo agricultural fair in Bothaville, South Africa, hosted thousands of farmers, including Afrikaners, ahead of a meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and U.S. President Donald Trump, where refugee status for Afrikaners was a key issue.