The Independent says European leaders have urged Donald Trump to stand up to the “bully” Vladimir Putin.
Author: David Pike
The Guardian leads on Joe Biden’s speech in which he promised a peaceful transition of power.
The Church of England covered up the sexual abuse of at least 130 children and young men according to a review.
The Sun leads on Prince William’s comments that it has been “the hardest year of his life” after the health battles of his wife and father.
Prince William has opened up about his wife and father’s health issues while on his trip to South Africa, the Daily Express says.
The Daily Mirror leads with Prince William revealing he is “so proud” of the King and the Princess of Wales after their cancer diagnoses.
Much of Friday’s tabloid coverage regards recent comments made by Prince William – who spoke candidly about the difficult year his family have faced following his wife’s cancer diagnosis.
The broadsheets continue political coverage on their front pages with the latest analysis from the US election as well as some domestic political news creeping back onto the front splashes.
Met chief hits out at social media speculation around Chris Kaba shooting as 67 gang linked to 11 gun attacks The Metropolitan Police commissioner has hit out at “dangerous narratives” over the police shooting of Chris Kaba by a firearms officer who was cleared of murder, revealing that Kaba’s gang has been linked to 11 shootings in the past year. Sir Mark Rowley said online commentary, often largely focussed on Kaba’s ethnicity, risked undermining justice…
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75% – but mortgages still set to rise Interest rates have been cut for the second time this year, by a quarter of a percentage poi, but mortgage rates are still set to rise in a blow to homeowners. The Bank of England reduced the base rate from 5 per cent to 4.75 per cent on Thursday, following a 0.25 percentage-point cut in August, which was the first…
Royal news – live: William laments ‘brutal’ 2024 calling it hardest year of his life after King and Kate’s cancer battles Prince William has spoken candidly about the most difficult year of his life after his father and wife both went through their battles with cancer. Asked by reporters how his year has been ahead of the Earthshot prize in Cape Town, the Prince of Wales replied: “Honestly? “It’s been dreadful. It’s probably been the…
Tax unhealthy foods to tackle obesity, say campaigners Health and children’s groups urge UK ministers to impose levies on products containing too much salt or sugar. Dozens of health and children’s groups have urged ministers to tackle obesity by imposing taxes on foods containing too much salt or sugar. New levies based on the sugar tax on soft drinks would make it easier for consumers to eat more healthily by forcing food manufacturers to reformulate…
28 fun things to do in London this weekend Now that Halloween and Bonfire Night are out of the way, surely we’re in socially acceptable territory to start celebrating Christmas? Well, Pret teased its Christmas menu this week, and other restaurants and lunch spots will be gearing up to do the same. So we’re here to let you know what we won’t judge you if you’ve already watched your first Christmas film of the year…
M6 still closed after man in his 50s killed in lorry crash | UK News The M6 remains closed after a lorry driver was killed and others seriously injured when his truck crashed through the central reservation in Lancashire. A man in his 50s, the lorry driver, was pronounced dead at the scene and two other people – a driver in his 40s and another motorist in her 40s – suffered serious injuries. The HGV, which…
Six millennials offer their best advice for anyone renting in their 20s Living in a rental is a rite of passage for many people in their 20s. It’s widely regarded as the step before the first rung of the property ladder. But the reality is that a considerable number of people are renting in the UK today – sometimes, for a lot longer than expected. According to data from the London Assembly, less than a…
Single woman’s extremely mundane dating tip is revolutionary in 2024 Dating in London: there aren’t enough adjectives to convey the crushing hopelessness with which singles describe this gruelling experience. The endless ghosting after mediocre first dates, exhausting swiping on apps that promise love but are rarely ever fruitful, not to mention the utter audacity of some people… It’s dull, tiresome, and many in their 20s and 30s are simply done with it. Jess Hobbs is…
Labour MP Chris Webb mugged by masked gang of phone snatchers | UK News A Labour MP has described being attacked by a masked gang who snatched his phone while he walked home from Parliament last night. Chris Webb, the 38-year-old MP for Blackpool South, said he was chatting to his wife during the walk back to his flat in the capital when he stopped off at a shop in Lambeth, south london, shortly before 10pm. Within seconds of leaving…
Farage claims he will ‘break down barriers’ between Labour and Trump | News Nigel Farage claims it is in the “national interest” for him to “help break down barriers” between the Labour government and Donald Trump’s new top team. Mr Farage, a close friend of President-elect Trump, said he has a role to play in smoothing over relations following previous comments made about the Republican by senior Labour figures. Speaking on GB News on Wednesday…
Interest rates live updates: Bank of England overwhelmingly expected to slash rates UK borrowing costs are set to be cut for the second time this year, despite tax changes. Most economists think policymakers at the Bank of England will opt to reduce interest rates to 4.75 per cent today. Rates currently sit at 5 per cent after being cut by 0.25 percentage points in August, the first reduction since 2020. They were then kept the…
UK politics live: Ex-Trump aide warns Starmer that president-elect won’t forget Lammy’s ‘Neo-Nazi’ jibe Donald Trump’s former press secretary has warned that David Lammy’s past comments on the newly-elected US president will not have been forgotten. The UK’s foreign secretary called Mr Trump a “neo-Nazi sympathising sociopath” in an article written when he was a backbench MP in 2018. The comments formed part of an article written before Mr Trump’s first official visit to the…
CPS to consider charging ex-BBC DJ Tim Westwood over sexual misconduct allegations Former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood could be facing charges over allegations of historic sexual abuse, with the Metropolitan Police submitting a “file of evidence” regarding the claims. Westwood, 67, has vehemently denied all allegations of inappropriate behaviour and all accusations of wrongdoing. He has been interviewed several times under caution by police since multiple allegations of sexual misconduct against him were…
Royal news – live: Prince William and Harry’s childhood home could have surprising future as royal funeral plans upgraded Prince William and Harry’s childhood Highgrove House could have a surprising future, a royal author has revealed. The 18th century countryside estate near Tetbury, Gloucestershire, serves as the private home of Charles and his wife Camilla, representing a sanctuary for the King. With William and Harry “not showing great interest” in their childhood home, a royal source suggested…
Average UK house price hits record high in October The average UK house price hit a new high in October, according to a latest index. House prices increased by 0.2% in October, the fourth monthly increase in a row, Halifax reported. The average house price was £293,999, surpassing a previous peak in June 2022. Property values increased by 3.9% annually, slowing from a 4.6% increase in September. Amanda Bryden, head of mortgages, Halifax, said: “Average…
Much of the UK news is dominated by reactions, analysis and opinion pieces on the results of the US presidential election.
One of the most popular discussion points looks at what will happen to the global markets if Trump goes through with his tariff plans.
The latest from the Champions League find space on the news sites – and on social media – as sports fans react to Arsenal 1-0 loss to Inter Milan.
Most areas will have another rather cloudy day with some hill fog and the odd patch of drizzle. Some sunshine across northern Scotland and locally elsewhere in the north and west, where also breezy. Mild where the sun breaks through. Tonight: Staying mostly cloudy and mild, with hill fog and some drizzle in places. Cloud breaking locally in the north and west to give clear intervals, and here turning rather chilly. Source: Met Office
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk If you are someone who reads every perspective of a story, here is a news summary of all of today’s front pages from today’s newspapers; summarised in a 2-minute read