Front page summary The Sun – Deadly ops on sale at UK hotelsThe Sun says people are being pressured into signing up to potentially deadly overseas cosmetic surgery at “medical” roadshows being held at UK hotels. The tabloid found medics from Turkey were exploiting loopholes to offer consultations for discounted surgeries. A barrister told the paper their investigation found “serious clinical misconduct”.The weekend’s Premier League action makes the front splash alongside celebrity gossip. The Sun…
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Monday’s front pages feature a variety of topics, with the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, and the war in Ukraine featured on several papers.
Most papers carry photographs of the British man who has completed his epic challenge to run the entire length of Africa.
Domestic topics such as the Post Office scandal, the NHS and the latest from the Premier League are also splashed on the front pages.
Most papers suggest Liverpool threw away two precious points as they only managed a draw against Man Utd. Other papers are excited at what has been dubbed the best-ever Premier League title race, with only a point separating the top three teams.
Vet Giant CVS Group Suffers Cyber Attack, Faces Operational Disruption A major vet company, CVS Group, has reported significant operational disruption following a cyber incident that occurred over the past week. The company, which operates around 500 veterinary practices globally, stated that the attack resulted in “unauthorised external access” to a limited number of its IT systems. In response to the breach, CVS Group took its IT systems offline temporarily to prevent further unauthorized access.…
The UK Government Faces Pressure to Publish Legal Advice on Israel’s Offensive in Gaza Amid mounting pressure to suspend arms sales to Israel and disclose legal advice on the ongoing offensive in Gaza, the UK Government remains steadfast in its support for Israel while emphasizing that support is not unconditional. Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride defended the Government’s decision to keep legal advice confidential, citing a “long-standing convention.” He stressed that Israel abides by…
Patients in the Gwent area of Wales are facing the longest waits for hospital treatments compared to other regions in the country, according to recent data released by the Welsh government.
As the UK continues to recover from the aftermath of Storm Kathleen, another weather system is set to hit just days after the destructive storm. The new weather system is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country, posing a potential threat to already vulnerable areas. Meteorologists are closely monitoring the situation and advising residents to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The combination of recent storm damage and…
Abseiling accident survivor praises RNLI volunteers for saving her life Louise Houghton, a young woman from Scotland, recently shared her harrowing experience of surviving an abseiling accident thanks to the quick actions of Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers. On the first day of her trip, Ms Houghton and her friends had planned to visit the Old Man Of Hoy, but due to poor weather, they decided to go abseiling instead on Yesnaby cliffs. During…
Sunday’s newspapers – front and inside pages – lead on the war in Gaza on the sixth month anniversary of the start of the conflict.
First picture of boy, 17, stabbed to death as family pays tribute A 17-year-old boy who died after he was stabbed in Manchester has been named and pictured. Prince Walker-Ayeni was rushed into hospital with life-threatening injuries after the attack on Thursday in the Moss Side area of the city. His sister Kacee has said the family have been left ‘so heartbroken’ following his death. She told Manchester Evening News she ‘already misses talking’ to…
Motorway closed in both directions after lorry bursts into flames A motorway has shut after a lorry burst into flames this morning. The A1M in South Yorkshire closed in both directions after a lorry caught on fire. The closure is between J34 Blyth and J35 Wadworth J35 near Tickhill around 20 miles outside Sheffield. Drivers should expect delays until 12.15pm, National Highways warned.
Britain to ‘hold Israel to account’ for killing of aid workers in Gaza Foreign Secretary David Cameron has pledged to ‘hold Israel to account’ over the killing of three British aid workers in Gaza- but refuses to stop selling them weapons. Britons James Henderson, James Kirby and John Chapman were among the seven World Central Kitchen (WCK) volunteers killed by a drone strike on Monday while trying to deliver food to Palestinians in a clearly…
Map reveals where Storm Kathleen will hit with 70mph winds and snow Parts of the UK are expected to be battered by winds and even snow due to Storm Kathleen this weekend – while others enjoy freak temperatures of 20°C. Weather agency Met Office said the mixed conditions approaching the UK were a ‘smorgasbord of weather types’. It comes after the forecaster issued a yellow weather warning for unseasonably strong winds, rain, snow, and warm…
Front page summary Daily Mirror – Justice in the name of Sharon The mastermind of an armed robbery that ended in PC Sharon Beshenivsky being shot dead in 2005 has been found guilty of her murder, the Daily Mirror reports. Piran Ditta Khan, 75, was the last of seven men involved in the killing of PC Sharon Beshenivsky in Bradford on 18 November 2005 to face trial.“After 19 years, finally” – that’s the headline. Elsewhere, the paper…
Snow, rain and wind to batter UK this weekend with weather warnings issued We may now officially be in British Summer Time according to the clocks, but the weather apparently still has a bit of catching up to do. Yellow warnings for snow, rain and wind have been issued for various parts of the UK on Friday and Saturday, with Scotland, Northern Ireland and the west coast most affected. Tomorrow, a large swathe of central…
Could a new letter change the UK’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war? A new letter signed by hundreds of legal professionals has put further pressure on the government to change its stance on Israel. The letter calls for a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the UK’s supply of arms to Israel. It’s significant because it’s signed by retired senior judges, who don’t usually get involved with politically sensitive issues. The letter comes as…
Soldier, 25, found trapped under boat with ropes around body suffered ‘violent or unnatural’ death A soldier, 25, found dead in a Kent river had his body bound by ropes and suffered a ‘violent or unnatural’ death, an inquest has heard. Charlie Saywell was discovered by passersby near Main Gate Road in the River Medway in Chatham at around 10:50am on March 5. How Charlie, described by friends as a ‘true role model’, ended up…
Murder investigation launched after human remains found in London park Detectives have launched a murder investigation after human bones were discovered in a London park. A policing team, paired with detectives and specialist units, identified the bones as human in Rowdown Fields, Croydon. DI Martin Thorpe said: ‘We are not going to give specific details on our search of the area, but I can confirm that since yesterday we have recovered further remains. ‘After consultation…
Many of Thursday’s front pages lead on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East amid calls for the UK to ban arms sales to Israel – following the death of aid workers, including three British ex-servicemen.
Several domestic stories make the front pages including the UK’s Rwanda scheme and the upcoming UK general election.
The latest from the Premier League makes the front pages, as Arsenal are back on top of the table and Liverpool and City in joint second (only one point behind the Gunners).
More than 600 legal experts, including three former Supreme Court justices, are urging the UK government to halt arms sales to Israel, citing concerns over potential violations of international law.
Iranian journalist ‘targeted by Tehran’ posts update after stabbing outside London home An Iranian journalist who was stabbed outside his home by suspected Tehranian agents has posted an update from hospital. Pouria Zeraati was ambushed by knife-wielding assailants on Friday, who ‘laughed’ as they left the scene and entered a nearby car, according to an eyewitness. Mr Zeraati works for Iran International, a London-based dissident channel which aims to provide independent coverage of Iran and…
Conwoman left NHS worker jobless and homeless after promising new life in Dubai A conwoman who left an NHS worker homeless after she promised him a new life in Dubai has been spared jail. Sian White, 26, pretended to be a wealthy medical lawyer to convince a man the job and accommodation he was offered in the Emirates was legit. But the ‘exciting opportunity’ never existed, and the flights and hotel he forked out for…
Grandad, 86, killed in e-bike crash as police arrest man, 18 The family of an 86-year-old grandad have paid tribute to him after he was killed by an e-bike. Bart O’Hare died in hospital after being struck by an e-bike while walking on Accrington Road in Burnley. His family have now paid loving tribute to the much-loved grandad, saying: ‘Bart was such a kind and loveable dad, brother and grandad who has been taken away…
Human bones found on popular UK beach Bones found on a popular beach in the north east have been confirmed to be human remains. Remains were discovered on Seaburn beach near Queen’s Parade in Sunderland on Good Friday, the start of the Easter long weekend. The previous month, on February 13, more suspected human remains were found on Marine Walk, near Roker Beach. A spokesperson for Northumbria Police told ITV: ‘We have received reports of…
Many of Wednesday’s front pages report on the Israeli air strike that killed seven foreign aid workers in Gaza. Amongst the dead were three British men – who worked as security for the World Central Kitchen (WCK) kitchen charity. Following the deaths of the aid workers, the charity has now suspended their operations in Gaza. It comes as the strip is on the brink of famine, and news of the food charity suspending operations adds to heightened fears of mass starvation.
Rishi awkwardly laughs off election date question in radio grilling Rishi Sunak has been criticised for laughing off a question about when a general election will be held. The prime minister embarked on a media blitz of radio stations in the North East of the country this morning, ahead of next month’s local elections. But during an interview with presenter Amy Oakden on BBC Radio Tees, the PM was pressed on when he plans to…