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Cliff Notes – Powerplay podcast West Indies look to bounce back in English summer Afy Fletcher reflects on her extensive career and the distinct hurdles faced by cricketers in the Caribbean, highlighting the need for resilience and adaptability. The West Indies team aims to learn from their World Cup Qualifying setbacks, focusing on strategic improvements during their upcoming tour of England. Fletcher emphasises the importance of unity and mental fortitude as the team prepares to tackle the challenges of the English summer. Powerplay podcast: West Indies look to bounce back in English summer Afy Fletcher, the West Indies legspinner, talks…

Robbie Williams has expressed interest in performing at Glastonbury, stating he would “slaughter” a set and that the festival redefines artist perception.

The FT reports the EU plans to levy a flat fee of €2 on billions of small packages entering the bloc, mainly from China, in a fresh blow to low-cost online retailers such as Temu and Shein.

Britain accuses Israel of ‘cruel and monstrous extremism’ in siege of Gaza The i newspaper reports that the UK has accused Israel of “cruel and monstrous extremism”. David Lammy is also heavily featured as he signals a “dark new phase in this conflict.”  The front page previews tonight’s all-English Europa League final where £100 million is on the line.

Pensioners hit by triple whammy savings Daily Express front page says “Reeves slammed as frozen thresholds drag 1m OAPs into paying 40% tax”. The paper says one million pensioners face “unprecedented tax demands” after Reeves’s decision to maintain the freeze on income tax bands. Princess Kate is featured on the front page as she attends a garden party.

Boris: Starmer’s Britain is turning into police state Daily Mail reports former Tory Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that “Britain is turning into a police state”. The former leader’s comments came in relation to the news that a judge refused to reduce the sentence of a mother locked up for a “hateful” tweet following the Southport murders.  A showbiz exclusive makes the front page.

UK ready to sanction top Israelis over Gaza The Times says “leaders warn against breaching international law” as the UK is ready to sanction “top Israelis”. The paper says the government is drawing up plans with other countries to impose sanctions on Israel’s finance minister and defence minister among others.  Donald Trump is pushing Britain to spend more on defence and a survivor of the Southport attacks is pictured on the front page.

Cliff Notes – Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid fight Arsenal for Nico Williams Real Madrid is considering a move for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who has a €58 million release clause, potentially complicating Arsenal’s pursuit. Barcelona have prioritised Liverpool’s Luis Díaz as they seek a versatile left winger, but financial constraints may hinder their ability to meet the €85 million asking price. Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid fight Arsenal for Nico Williams Real Madrid are seriously considering a move for Nico Williams, while Barcelona have made Luis Díaz their top priority. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors…

Israel’s Gaza rhetoric ‘repellent and monstrous’, says Lammy The Guardian reports on David Lammy’s comments calling Israel’s Gaza rhetoric “repellent and monstrous”. The paper says that UK-Israel relations are at their worst state in decades, as Lammy suspends trade talks.  UK travellers could start using e-gates again but not until 2026, in the latest update from the Brexit reset. Thames Water bonuses from expected for top bosses (and taken out of a loan) have been withdrawn.

Cliff Notes Vladimir Putin’s visit to Kursk marks his first since Ukrainian forces were reportedly ejected from the region, which was the largest territorial incursion into Russia since WWII. During his visit, Putin engaged with volunteer organisations and inspected a local nuclear power plant while also addressing the recent drone activity in Russian airspace. The backdrop of Putin’s visit includes a deadly missile attack on a Ukrainian training camp, prompting discussions about ceasefire negotiations, though recent talks with US President Trump have reportedly been ineffective. Putin visits Kursk region for first time since Ukrainian troops ejected | World News .…