Daily Mail – Could we be free on July 5?
Summary of Today's Paper
Could we be free on July 5?
The Daily Mail says it has been told by a government source that lockdown could end two weeks early, on 5 July, if the data on coronavirus continues to improve. According to the paper, it comes amid growing evidence that the “assumptions used by government scientists to justify delaying Freedom Day were too pessimistic”. It says although cases of the Indian variant are still rising, the rate of growth has fallen in recent days. Ministers believe a 19 July reopening remains most likely though the paper adds.
Today's Headlines
Pope Leo XIV poses challenge for Italy’s Giorgia Meloni
The newly elected Pope Leo XIV’s progressive views on immigration, environmentalism, and LGBTQ+ rights are already challenging Italy’s conservative Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
India–Pakistan Border Fire, Gaza Strikes, Xi Joins Putin – World News Briefing
🌍 World News Briefing – 7 May 2025 It’s a moody start to the week in Europe with chilly winds sweeping the continent, while in Asia, dry heat stokes cross-border flames — quite literally. Explosions along the India–Pakistan border fire marks one of the most serious escalations in months, in what global leaders worry will erupt into nuclear war. In Gaza, Israeli strikes have left 26 dead overnight as ceasefire efforts collapse. ⚡ Tensions mount
Who is at the Pope’s funeral and who isn’t
Cliff Notes The funeral of Pope Francis is taking place at St Peter’s Basilica, attended by numerous world leaders, including Prince William and US President Donald Trump. Leaders from various nations, such as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron, are present, reflecting the Pope’s global influence. Notable absentees include Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu due to ongoing diplomatic tensions. Who is at the Pope’s funeral – and
Pope Francis funeral – What you need to know
On Saturday 25 April 2025, the world will say their farewells to Pope Francis, a pontiff who will be remembered for all his work with the poor, for modernising the Catholic Church and for bringing people of all faiths together. Pope Francis’s funeral will get underway tomorrow in Rome, in breaking with tradition he will have a much simpler affair than many of his predecessors.
Pope dies latest: Vatican releases images of Pope Francis in open casket as cardinals to select funeral date
The potential candidates to succeed Pope Francis include Pietro Parolin, Matteo Zuppi, and Jose Tolentino de Mendonca, reflecting varying levels of experience and progressive views within the Vatican.
How and where will Pope Francis be buried?
Pope Francis has chosen to be buried at Saint Mary Major Basilica, deviating from the tradition of burial in St. Peter’s Basilica, marking a break in nearly 150 years of precedent.