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Finland’s former conservative Prime Minister, Alexander Stubb, has won the presidential election held on Sunday, according to final results.

Stubb secured 51.6% of the vote, defeating his Green Party rival, Pekka Haavisto, the former foreign minister, who had 48.4%. Haavisto has conceded defeat.

This election marks Finland’s first since joining the NATO military alliance.

Israel rescued two male hostages in a raid in Rafah amid reports of Israeli airstrikes hit the southern Gazan city of Rafah. 

The Israeli military confirms the men are in “good medical condition.” The international community – including the UK –  had warned about Israel’s planned offensive in Rafah. 

Earlier, the Palestine Red Crescent Society said Rafah was under attack, with a number of deaths reported. 1.5 million people are sheltering in the southern city.

Elementor #584810February 11, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Observer – We’ve given up the fight, say Tories as poll defeats loomThe Observer reports that Conservative MPs have “predicted fresh attacks on Rishi Sunak’s leadership within days” in the run-up to by-elections in Wellingborough and Kingswood. The paper also reports that schools are having to “cut” teachers and support staff to save money.England’s fightback to beat Wales in the Six Nations also makes the front splash. England currently sit top of the table having won both their opening games. Today’s top stories Like this article?…

Elementor #584804February 11, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sunday Times – Gove warns that democracy is in danger if young can’t get housesThe front page of the Sunday Times carries a warning from the Housing Secretary Michael Gove that his party must urgently appeal to younger people, or risk them turning their backs on capitalism and democracy. Mr Gove says housing and the fact that young people struggle to get on the property ladder is a key issue.The paper quotes him as saying that a failure to address the housing crisis will make people feel they are…

Elementor #584798February 11, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sunday Telegraph – Army eases security checks in drive for diversityThe Sunday Telegraph leads with a report about the British Army wanting to “relax security checks” for overseas recruits in an attempt to “boost diversity and inclusion”.It also features a story about claims there are ongoing issues with the Post Office Horizon software, resulting in postmasters continuing to receive demands for thousands of pounds.Meanwhile, King Charles is the paper’s lead image – along with a story about the public’s support offering him ‘great comfort’ amid his cancer treatment.…

Elementor #584792February 11, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Sunday Mirror – King Charles: My Heartfelt thanks to youThe Sunday Mirror also carries the King’s first words since his diagnosis. The paper adds comments from Queen Camilla that the family has been “touched” by the public’s support.In other news, Sara Davies MBE is reported to have “begged” her Strictly Come Dancing co-star Amy Dowden to have chemotherapy for breast cancer. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Elementor #584786February 11, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sun On Sunday – Star Billie in love splitThe Sun leads with actress Billie Piper’s split with her partner of eight years, musician Johnny Lloyd. Like many other Sunday papers, the tabloid also features the King’s thanks to the public for its support following his cancer diagnosis.The front page is shared with King Charles’s thanks to the nation for their support during his cancer diagnosis. It’s the first time the king has spoken about his cancer. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share…

The upcoming by-elections are a hot topic in the news today, with reports that Conservative MPs have “predicted fresh attacks on Rishi Sunak’s leadership within days” in the run-up to by-elections in Wellingborough and Kingswood.

Elsewhere, several of the front pages feature comments from King Charles, who thanked the nation for their support since his cancer diagnosis.

Several front pages feature images of King Charles expressing gratitude to the nation for its support following his cancer diagnosis.

Away from royal news, the upcoming by-elections next week also make the front pages. There are reports on internal fears over the Tory party suffering a massive loss. The fears come amid a tough time for the prime minister, who’s been involved in two contentious stories last week.

The Women’s FA Cup is back in action this week (WSL returns next week) as teams head into the fifth round action.