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The Daily Mirror’s front slash features a picture of 8 “care home Covid victims” as it reports families are demanding an urgent inquiry following accusations Matt Hancock lied. Online, the Daily Mirror reports that travellers to the US could be allowed back in ‘within weeks’ and the paper continues its extensive coverage of Prince Harry. 

The Guardian’s front splash reports Matt Hancock faced pressure “to explain why the government had failed to protect care home residents”. The paper says China is furious with the United States over its plans to expand its investigation into the origin of the pandemic. 

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The Sun leads with the story of footballer Jesse Lingard and the news his watch was stolen whilst he played a match. Also featured on the front page are the revelations from the Friends Reunion show about two stars who almost got together in real life.  

The Times leads with the highly anticipated restrictions easing, saying the June 21 lift is now in doubt over the rising case of the Indian variant. The front page also reports on the PM giving his full support to Matt Hancock after the Dominic Cummings explosive claims. 

Black Lives Matter co-founder to step down amid criticism Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors has announced she is stepping down as executive director of the BLM foundation.  Cullors decried what called a smear campaign from a far-right group but said neither that nor criticism from Black organisers have influenced her departure.  She said she is leaving to focus on other projects, including a second book and a TV development deal. There have been calls from activists and critics to investigate whether Cullors has used the foundation’s money to enrich herself. It came after news of her buying a $1.4…

US ‘outraged’, condemns violent crackdown on Iraqi protesters The US has said it is “outraged” that peaceful Iraqi protesters who are demanding reform are being met with threats and “brutal violence,” spokesman Ned Price has said.  Just two days ago a protester was shot dead and many others left injured at a rally in Baghdad. The protesters had gathered in their thousands to demand accountability from PM Mustafa al-Kadhimi for the murders of prominent Iraqi activists and protesters.  Aljazeera – US condemns violent security crackdown on Iraqi protesters WTX News – Iraqi protester killed, dozens injured at Baghdad rally ………………………

UN Gaza appeal to raise $95m for urgent aid The UN has launched an emergency appeal to raise $95 million for urgent humanitarian aid for the people of Gaza along with repairs to key infrastructure damaged by Israeli attacks this month.  The 11-day heavy bombardment has left 800,000 Palestinians without access to clean water. More than 1,000 housing units were destroyed as well as 58 schools and a further 285 other buildings.  Arab News – UN launches $95m urgent aid appeal for Gaza repairs …………………… FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND SHARE WTX NEWS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY: Facebook…

UAE Covid-19 cases rise to highest in one month UAE Covid-19 cases have risen to their highest level in one month, with health officials confirm 2,167 new infections overnight. Only a few days ago, the UAE reported lows of about 1,200 cases.  UAE cases have not risen above the 2,000 level since April 27 when 2,094 cases were confirmed. The highest number of daily cases was reported on January 28 with 3,966 Covid-19 cases.  The UAE remains amongst the leading countries when it comes to testing and vaccination rollout.  Arab News – UAE’s coronavirus cases rise to highest in one…

Italy cable car crash: 5-year-old survivor to be moved out of intensive care The five-year-old boy who survived Sunday’s cable car crash in Italy is awake and will soon be moved out of intensive care, hospital officials said Thursday.  Eitan Biran has been in critical condition since Sunday after the cable care fell to the ground on the Mottatrone mountain, 14 people were killed including his parents, younger brother and great-grandparents.  The Guardian – Italy cable car crash: five-year-old survivor to be moved out of intensive care WTX News – Italy cable car: 3 arrested, investigators say brakes were ‘tampered’…