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Cliff Notes The UK Economy contracted by 0.1% in May, following a 0.3% contraction in April, surprising economists who anticipated a 0.1% growth. Manufacturing and construction faced declines, primarily due to reduced car production and lower oil and gas extraction, despite positive growth in the services sector. The Chancellor expressed disappointment while noting a revised growth figure of 0.4% for March, indicating potential recovery and prompting expectations of an interest rate cut. UK economy unexpectedly shrinks for second month in a row | Money News . The UK economy unexpectedly shrank in May, even after the worst of Donald Trump’s…

Friday is heating up across the UK, with a new heatwave in full swing, temperatures are set to creep into the 30s this weekend. Health alerts have been issued for many parts of the country, with the sweltering conditions expected to linger into the start of next week.

The week ends with a big political win for the prime minister after getting his migrant deal with France over the line. The one in, one out deal, though criticised by the opposition parties, will reduce illegal crossings to the UK. The deal is set to come into effect within weeks, and is a nice distraction for Starmer after weeks of chaos over policy.


In some tough news for the chancellor, the UK economy shrank unexpectedly in May, according to the latest official figures, contracting for the second month in a row. It’s a blow for Chancellor Rachel Reeves, with the government having made boosting economic growth its key priority.

Wimbledon and the Lionesses dominate the sports pages, with all Brits out of the Championship and the Lionesses set to face Wales in a must-win match on Sunday!

England is facing its third official heatwave of the summer, with a yellow heat-health alert extended across all regions.

Civilians, many queuing for nutritional supplements and medical care at a clinic in Deir al-Balah, were struck by an Israeli airstrike.

Cliff Notes Donald Trump announced a proposed 35% tariff on goods imported from Canada, citing fentanyl smuggling as a major concern. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney affirmed his government’s commitment to defending Canadian workers and addressing the opioid crisis in collaboration with the US. In addition to Canada, Trump indicated plans for blanket tariffs of 15-20% on most other countries, with the increased rates set to take effect on 1 August. Donald Trump plans to hit Canada with new tariff – while warning of blanket hike for other countries | US News . Donald Trump has said he plans to…

Britain and France unveiled a pilot “one in, one out” scheme under which migrants arriving via small boats to the UK will be detained, returned to France and, in exchange, an equivalent number of asylum seekers with UK family ties will be admitted each week, potentially limited to around 50 people.

Tottenham are pursuing Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, with a transfer fee expected to exceed £60m, following their £55m deal for Mohammed Kudus.

Young protesters in Kenya, driven by anger over police brutality and government failures, participate in rallies despite fear of violence and arrest, with multiple casualties reported.

Cliff Notes – Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 review Birdman forever The remake retains the classic gameplay mechanics and controls of the original games, enhancing the experience with modern polish and new content. Changes to the music playlist may disappoint purists, but the new levels and tighter goal structure improve overall gameplay consistency. The absence of the H-O-R-S-E mode in multiplayer is a notable omission, yet the game remains a technically adept homage to its predecessors. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 review – Birdman forever Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 – don’t hold out…

Vietnam’s National Assembly last month approved plans to hike taxes on alcohol from 65% to 90% by 2031, a major step in the government’s efforts to curb harmful consumption habits.