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CITY AM – Banks must adapt in tech battle CITY AM SAYS Ex-Barclays boss Antony Jenkins has warned established banks that they could be in a “world of very slow decline” if they failed to adapt to new technologies. Speaking to City A.M., Jenkins said “this industry is really on the brink of having to undergo radical transformation if it’s going to remain relevant to its customers.” Jenkins highlighted how the explosion of user-friendly fintech firms had transformed the banking landscape. He also predicted that the entry of big tech firms into the market, such as Apple and Amazon, would…

The Guardian – Senior Tories tell Johnson to ‘shut up and go away’ Summary of the front page The Guardian leads on the ongoing turmoil within the Conservative Party – reporting that senior Tories have told Boris Johnson to “shut up and go away”. The report comes as the privileges committee prepares to sign off what is expected to be a “damning” report into his conduct. The front page features an image of Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic on the red clay of Roland Garros after the 36-year-old achieved what once seemed impossible when he eclipsed his great rivals with…

Financial Times – UBS draws line for Credit Suisse staff amid fears of ‘cultural contamination’ Summary of the front page Swiss bank UBS will impose tight restrictions on Credit Suisse staff amid fears of “cultural contamination”, the Financial Times reports. The front page also reports on Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP. The paper says the party is compounded by problems on issues ranging from island ferries to recycling rules, and the problems have put the party on the “back foot” as it prepares for a UK general election next year. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK…

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Metro – Brits on hols boat inferno Summary of the front page Metro leads on the three British tourists who are missing after a huge fire swept through their boat during a diving trip in Egypt. The paper says the blaze is said to have started in the engine room after an electrical short circuit as tourists were briefed about a dive on Sunday morning. Nicola Sturgeon’s arrest also makes the front page. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous image Next image

The Sun – Nic Nicked Summary of the front page “Nic Nicked” reads the front page of The Sun. The paper reports that Ms Sturgeon was quizzed by police for seven hours after she was arrested in relation to the SNP finances investigation. The paper says it came on the day the SNP told Labour they were “willing to do a coalition deal”. The front page continues coverage of Man City’s treble win as well as the three missing Britons, who are presumed dead after their diving boat caught fire. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK…

Daily Mirror – 3 Brits missing in boat blaze Summary of the front page The Daily Mirror reports on the three British divers missing after their boat burst into flames in Egypt. It’s understood that an electrical malfunction led to the fire. The paper shows an image of the boat being engulfed by the blaze in the Red Sea off Egypt. Twelve other passengers, all Brits, were rescued along with the crew, it adds. The front page continues coverage of Man City’s treble win as well as the ongoing SNP probe. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment…

Daily Express – Sturgeon arrested in SNP fraud probe Summary of the front page The Daily Express leads with former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon’s arrest in relation to a police investigation into party funds. The paper says the former Scottish first minister, who denies all wrongdoing, was held in custody and questioned for more than seven hours on Sunday before being released without charge pending further inquiries. The front page reports on calls for Rishi Sunak to end the Tory infighting, the scorching heat and upcoming storms and the three missing Britons – whose tourist boat caught on fire. Today’s…

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