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Cliff Notes – Carlo Ancelotti after Real Madrid exit sealed: Bond is ‘eternal’ Carlo Ancelotti confirmed his departure from Real Madrid, expressing emotional sentiments about his time at the club and wishing successor Xabi Alonso luck. Ancelotti’s tenure ended without major trophies this season, marking a significant shift after leading the club to 15 titles over six seasons. He will take charge of the Brazil national team this summer, reflecting on the evolution of football and his personal growth as a coach during his career. Carlo Ancelotti after Real Madrid exit sealed: Bond is ‘eternal’ Alex KirklandRodrigo FaezMay 23, 2025,…

Cliff Notes President Trump’s threat of 50% tariffs on EU exports signals a return to aggressive trade negotiations via social media, raising potential retaliation concerns. This tactic interrupts a temporary calm in global trade, following recent negotiations that had begun to reduce US-China tariff tensions. European stocks, particularly in the automotive sector, have reacted negatively, marking a decline following Trump’s announcements on tariffs. Trump’s latest phone negotiation tactic on tariffs likely to heighten EU retaliation threat | Money News . President Trump’s Friday flurry of pronouncements marks the return of negotiation by smartphone and may trigger another period of profound…

Cliff Notes Dave Shapiro, co-founder of Sound Talent Group, was among six presumed dead in a private jet crash in San Diego, attributed to foggy conditions. The crash damaged multiple homes and vehicles in a military neighborhood, leading to evacuations and injuries from smoke inhalation. The aircraft was identified as a Cessna Citation II jet, which had recently completed a fuelling stop in Wichita, Kansas, before heading to San Diego. Dave Shapiro: US music agency co-founder killed in San Diego plane crash | US News . US music agent Dave Shapiro is among those killed after a small plane crashed…

Cliff Notes – Brad Pitt, 61, officially aging backwards with bold new haircut Brad Pitt has debuted a shaved head, reminiscent of his iconic character Tyler Durden from Fight Club, marking a significant departure from his signature tousled blonde locks. The actor’s new look mirrors that of his son Knox, and he has previously sported similar hairstyles for various film roles, including Mr & Mrs Smith and Fury. Rumours suggest Pitt may reprise his role as Cliff Booth in a sequel to Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, which is reportedly being developed for Netflix. Brad Pitt, 61, officially aging…

Cliff Notes – Arne Slot reveals Trent Alexander-Arnold advice challenges Liverpool Arne Slot emphasises the need for Liverpool players to develop a "serial winner" mentality to compete for the Premier League title again next season. The coach expressed concerns about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s training consistency, urging him to showcase his defensive capabilities more consistently. Arne Slot reveals Trent Alexander-Arnold advice, challenges Liverpool Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has called on his players to show they can become “serial winners” by challenging for the Premier League trophy again next season.Slot’s side clinched the title with four games to spare this term and…

Cliff Notes – Labuschagne faces vital outing in search for form Marnus Labuschagne’s performance against Middlesex is crucial for his selection in Australia’s World Test Championship final, following two poor outings against Northamptonshire. Cameron Green’s strong form increases his chances of selection, leaving Labuschagne and Sam Konstas vying for the opening partner role alongside Usman Khawaja. Labuschagne faces vital outing in search for form Andrew McGlashanMay 22, 2025, 01:46 AMCloseDeputy Editor Andrew arrived at ESPNcricinfo via Manchester and Cape Town, after finding the assistant editor at a weak moment as he watched England’s batting collapse in the Newlands Test. Andrew…

Starmer’s Chagos Islands cave-in The Metro is another paper reacting to the news that the prime minister has signed a deal to hand over the Chagos Islands – the Metro calls it a “cave-in” noting the UK will pay £101 million a year to lease the UK-US military base there. American actress Dakota Johnson is pictured on the front page – the paper says shes blazing a trail for “strong women.”

£30bn cost of Chagos surrender The Daily Telegraph claims that Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been accused of misleading the public with ‘dodgy accounting’ in Mauritius deal. The overall deal could cost the tax-payer £30bn. Angela Rayner is trying to strip middle-class families of child benefits, according to the paper which also reports that tax rises are on the way after offering public sector workers pay rises. Princess Kate is pictured on the front splash.

Starmer hands over Chagos to Mauritius: Late injunction fails to stop £100m-a-year deal The Daily Telegraph leads with the news the prime minister has signed a deal handing over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, noting a late injunction failed to stop the £101 million a year deal – and despite Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch being opposed to the deal – America’s Trump was in support of it. Doctors are threatening a strike after slamming the government’s pay rise as ‘inadequate’. Princess Kate is pictured on the front.

Cliff Notes Donald Trump has threatened to implement 50% tariffs on the EU due to stalled trade talks, labelling the bloc as anti-US. He warned that Apple will face a 25% tariff on iPhones unless manufacturing is relocated entirely to the US from other countries. Following Trump’s announcement, Apple shares fell by over 2% amid plans to expand its production chain in India. Trump threatens EU with 50% tariffs – as Apple faces 25% unless iPhones are made in US | US News . Donald Trump has threatened to impose 50% tariffs on the EU, starting from next month, after…