Author: News Desk

Let’s make history The back page of the Daily Mirror reports on Marcus Rashford’s loan move to Aston Villa from boyhood club Manchester United. Chelsea’s 2-1 win over West Ham in last night’s Premier League match also features on the back page.

Growth? Voters aren’t buying it A majority of Brits now have little confidence in Rachel Reeves’ plan to generate economic growth despite a renewed push from the Chancellor to kickstart Britain’s ailing economy, exclusive polling for City AM has found. The front page also reports questions are swirling over a major contract at HS2 Euston after a failed bidder alleged foul play during the procurement process.

As anticipated, the Financial Times highlights the aftermath of President Donald Trump’s decision to halt sweeping tariffs on Mexico just hours before they were set to take effect. The move left markets in turmoil, with investors and businesses scrambling to make sense of the flurry of policy announcements coming from the White House. The paper describes the situation as a “whipsaw” effect, underscoring the uncertainty gripping global markets.  

PM won’t back EU in trade war The Times reports that Sir Keir Starmer has made it clear that Britain will not side with the EU in a potential trade war with the US. Starmer emphasised that avoiding conflict with the UK’s most important allies is in the nation’s “vital interests.” However, the looming threat of tariffs has cast a shadow over his efforts to reset relations with Brussels. NHS is withholding the Nottingham report to protect the killer’s privacy.

Rayner to set rules on Islam and free speech The Daily Telegraph leads with Labour’s Angela Rayner announcing the creation of a council on Islamophobia, with former Tory attorney general Dominic Grieve poised to lead it. The council will advise on an official definition of anti-Muslim discrimination and provide guidance to ministers on addressing the issue. Trump halts Mexico tariffs as nations bow to Trump’s ‘strongman diplomacy’ reports the paper.

What a time to be crawling back to the EU! The Daily Mail accuses Sir Keir of “crawling back to the EU,” noting that despite Trump’s threats of a trade war, the Prime Minister was seen seeking closer ties with Brussels at a palace banquet. The paper suggests a growing tension between maintaining strong US relations and rekindling European partnerships post-Brexit. The Lucy Letby case makes the front page.

Dangerous fool who put lives at risk The Metro’s headline, “Dangerous fool who put lives at risk,” refers to former soldier Daniel Khalife, who has been jailed for 14 years for spying for Iran and escaping prison. Judge Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb condemned Khalife for exposing special forces personnel to “serious risk” out of a “selfish desire to show off.” Reports from the Grammys make the front page.

World Cancer Day: Kate: Get back to nurture The Daily Mirror front page features a touching photo of the Princess of Wales, taken by her son Louis, released to mark World Cancer Day. A celebrity story sits at the top of the page, whilst a report on a 15-year-old boy being stabbed to death at school also makes the front page.

Cancer Day Tribute: Say Trees Mummy! The Sun’s headline, “Say trees mummy,” captures Kate standing atop a fallen tree trunk, while the Mirror’s “Kate: Get back to nurture” highlights her advice on coping with cancer.   The front page also reports on the Kanye West stunt at the Grammys.

Several papers look at the reaction to the Trump tariffs after the US president agreed to delay tariffs against Canada and Mexico for one month.

The business newspapers assess the state of the markets following the tariffs pause, as well as discussions about what sort of tariffs could be introduced to the EU.

The UK’s relationship with the bloc is assessed on several front pages, with clear politically motivated headlines. Several right-leaning papers suggest the prime minister is dragging Britain back into the EU and dissecting Brexit.

The tabloids feature images of Princess Kate, who marked World Cancer Day with a newly released picture taken by her son Prince Louis.

Crime in the UK, The Grammys and football also feature. The back pages report on last night’s Premier League match.