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Trump trade war distorts US economy as banks win and consumer mood dims The US economy contracted by an annualised 0.3 per cent over the first quarter, as companies in the world’s largest economy responded to Donald Trump’s trade war by rushing to import goods. The fall in the GDP reading — the first since 2022 — was worse than economists’ most recent forecasts and compared with the 2.4 per cent rise for the fourth quarter. It was largely the result of companies’ rush to buy goods from abroad ahead of the US president’s sweeping tariffs, with imports rising at…

King’s gratitude for community of care defying cancer In his most personal message since he was diagnosed with cancer last February, the King has said that “the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion”. Charles, 76, has said that his own experience with the disease has given him a greater appreciation of the work that organisations and individuals do for those the 390,000 people who are diagnosed with cancer in the UK each year. The front page of the Daily Express this morning – 01-05-2025: King Charles speaks of cancer’s ‘darkest moments’ in new deeply personal…

King’s cancer message of hope King Charles has said his cancer experience, as ‘frightening’ as it is, has brought into ‘sharp focus the very best of humanity’. The monarch, 76, was diagnosed with the disease less than 18 months after beginning his reign. He receives weekly treatment. Charles and palace officials alike have said, time and time again, that the king is on the road to recovery – and probably working a tad too much, Queen Camilla has joked. The front page of the Metro this morning – 01-05-2025: King Charles says having cancer is ‘daunting and frightening’

Take risks love deeply is the King’s message of hope to cancer patients The King has spoken of the “daunting and at times frightening experience” of receiving a cancer diagnosis, in the most personal reflection of his own battle with the disease. Ahead of hosting a special reception for cancer charities at Buckingham Palace this evening, in a written message Charles told of his appreciation for the “profound impact of human connection”, observing how “the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion”. The front page of the Daily Mirror this morning – 01-05-2025: King Charles cancer…

Charles’ cancer message – King: My rebellious hope KING Charles says cancer diagnosis is “daunting and at times frightening” but the “darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion” as he hails health heroes. Charles, who has been treated for cancer every week for more than a year, penned an optimistic message saying “cancer diagnosis need never mean facing the future without hope and support”. The front page of The Sun this morning 01-05-2025: Cancer is daunting and frightening, says King Charles as he opens up on health battle and quotes Dame Debs Major shortage of one…

US and Ukraine sign minerals deal after intense talks Ukraine’s deputy prime minister has revealed key details of the ‘historic’ minerals deal which was reached on Wednesday, following months of sometimes fraught negotiations. Yulia Svyrydenko, who signed the agreement alongside US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington, says the agreement would have knock-on effects for Ukraine. This morning’s front page of The Independent today 01-05-2025: Kyiv minister reveals key details in ‘historic’ Trump mineral deal King Charles opens up about ‘daunting and frightening’ experience of cancer in personal message Tony Blair backs down on criticism of Government’s net-zero policy

US downturn amid Trump tariffs triggers fears of global slowdown The US economy shrank in the first three months of the year, according to official data, triggering fears of an American recession and a global economic slowdown. Donald Trump, who returned to the White House promising to “make America great again”, sought to blame Joe Biden for the figure. However, economists said it was largely driven by an unprecedented surge in imports, as consumers and companies braced for the president to impose his controversial wave of tariffs. The front page of The Guardian this morning 01-0-2025: US economy shrinks in first…

Cliff Notes – English FA to ban trans players from women’s football next season The English Football Association will implement a ban on transgender players from women’s football starting June 1, 2025, following a Supreme Court ruling defining women biologically. The decision has sparked concern among trans supporters but has been welcomed by the government for providing clarity on the issue. The Scottish FA has also announced a similar ban, reflecting a broader shift in policy regarding transgender participation in women’s sports. English FA to ban trans players from women’s football next season The English Football Association (FA) has said…

The Football Association will ban transgender women from participating in women’s football in England starting from June 1, 2025, following a UK Supreme Court ruling defining women based on biological sex.

US and Ukraine sign mineral deal and the US economy shrinks – two of the international stories you’ll find on the UK newspaper front pages this morning – and you may be wondering why, especially when we have our own local elections taking place.

US political news always has an impact globally but the England local elections won’t be on the front pages of the newspapers today due to rules around media print before election polls open – don’t worry the results will be plastered all over the front pages tomorrow morning until then let’s look at what US political stories are making the UK front pages.