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Italy’s cabinet on Tuesday announced a state of emergency on immigration following a “sharp rise” in flows across the Mediterranean, a statement said, in a move aimed at better management of migrant arrivals and repatriation facilities.

Fears and warnings swirl, but how dangerous is AI technology? AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not a new concept, it’s been around since the mid-20th century and can be traced back even further to early Greek myths and the development of mechanical devices designed to automate tasks in the industrial revolution. But fears over AI have once again amplified in recent months, following the launch of ChatGPT (and others like it) – an AI language model that many say threatens white-collar jobs, and some predict it could, if not truly understood, end the human race. Elon Musk, a man you wouldn’t…

The Guardian – Police launch investigation into sexual misconduct claims at CBI Summary of the front page The Guardian says police have started an investigation into claims of sexual misconduct at the CBI. The paper was the first to report on sexual misconduct claims at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). The inquiry was announced after the organisation’s boss, Tony Danker, was sacked over separate allegations. Mr Danker has said he was “shocked” at being dismissed instead of being asked to give his version of events. The paper says Britain’s most prominent business group is now battling to secure its…

Daily Mirror – Nurse murder trial: ‘Poisoner’ on the baby ward Summary of the front page The FT reports that Ernst & Young has scrapped plans to split up its audit and consulting businesses. An image of yesterday’s junior doctors’ strike kicking off in England sits atop the paper, but the business paper’s main focus is the news that Big Four firm EY has scrapped plans to break up its audit and consulting businesses after “months of internal disagreement”. Elsewhere there is the claim that the Confederation of British Industry is “fighting for its reputation” following the sacking of its boss…

Metro – Gone in 360 seconds Summary of the front page The Metro says a mobile phone is stolen – on average – every six minutes in London, with 91,000 reports of phone theft in the last year. “Gone in 360 seconds” is the main headline which refers to new data showing the rate at which mobile phones are being stolen in London. “A shocking 91,000 reports of phone theft were made last year – equivalent to 248 a day, or one every 360 seconds,” the paper reports, adding just 2% of cases ended with the recovery of a device. Today’s…

Daily Express – Wimbledon has handed Putin a ‘win’ Summary of the front page The Daily Express says Ukraine’s foreign minister believes Wimbledon has “handed Putin a victory” by allowing Russian players to compete this year.He accuses tennis chiefs at the All England Club of “lacking courage” by allowing Russian and Belarusian players at this year’s tournament, after what he calls last year’s “noble” decision to implement a ban. The paper warns that the Princess of Wales – as patron of the club – could be put in the “awkward position” of handing a winner’s trophy to a competitor from…

Daily Mirror – Coronation chaos fear Summary of the front page The Mirror says coronation plans are in “turmoil” due to late problems such as whether Prince Harry will attend and an overrunning rehearsal. The paper also gives a top spot to the news that suspected pipe bombs were found at a cemetery near the city of Londonderry yesterday, hours before US President Joe Biden arrived in Belfast – 70 miles (112km) away – to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next

The Sun – I found world’s biggest spider in my bananas Summary of the front page The Sun gives over its front page to a story about a shopper who got more than they bargained for when they bought a bunch of bananas. The front page notes on the engagement of Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next

Why is there no PMQs today? There is no Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) today as the House of Commons remains on its Easter recess. Most Wednesdays see PM Rishi Sunak face off against Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, but whilst the House is in recess, PMQs is cancelled. When is PMQs back? Parliament returns from its Easter break on Monday 17 April, so the next PMQs will be on Wednesday 19 April, at its usual time of midday. The session – like always – will be live-streamed on the UK Parliament YouTube channel, and airs live on BBC News and…

England 0-2 Australia: Lionesses weaknesses exposed – is this a wake-up call? BBC News says There were no celebrations this time as England suffered the unfamiliar feeling of defeat – but with a World Cup looming was this just an untimely defeat or time to be concerned? The end to the Lionesses’ stunning 30-game unbeaten run felt heavy as Australia ran out as comfortable 2-0 winners on Tuesday. “We’re obviously gutted,” said England striker Alessia Russo. “We don’t like losing. I wouldn’t say I would ever want to lose a football game to learn from it, but I think it…