You might as well get used to it – the sun is out and it’s here to stay (for at least a week). As the sun rolls out across the UK today, it’s already clear blue skies across the capital. So, let’s grab a coffee and have a run-through of today’s news bulletins.
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Tuesday’s headlines are a sombre affair with most global coverage – online and in print – paying tribute to Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday morning after suffering with poor health in recent months including double pneumonia. It has since been confirmed that Pope Francis died from a stroke and heart failure.
Despite the sadness of the pope’s death – which is being felt around the world. There is a sense of celebration as well, with many reports emerging of the pope’s kindness – including calling Gaza’s only church everyday since the Israeli ground invasion, his role in bringing Muslims and Christian’s together across Africa and shunning much of the privileges that come with being the pope. He attempted to make the Catholic Church more inclusive and less judgemental.
Online, many headlines are discussing funeral plans, noting his refusal for any of the pomp and ceremony associated with a pope’s death, and there is speculation over who might be in line to become the next pope.
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This week kicks off with politics – as Britain braces for Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement. We’ve be told to prepare for cuts to public spending – leading to concerns of more Tory austerity.
The chancellor is set to axe 10,000 civil service jobs and ministers have told departments to be prepared to trim the fat. Department’s such as education are worried that it could be the worst cuts in a generation!!
Reeves will dish all on Wednesday, when she officially delivered her Spring Statement.
Monday’s headlines are heavily dominated by politics with planned changes to the UK’s welfare system expected to be unveiled later this week.
Many publications offer their assessment of the planned changes as Labour’s left prepares to mount a rebellion, and Conservative and Tory-supporting media praise the Labour government’s move. The exact details of the changes will be set out by Work and Pensions Secretary Liz on Tuesday.
Newcastle’s emphatic 2-1 win over Liverpool leads much of the English news as the Toons see their first silverware in 70 years and Eddie Howe becomes the first English manager to win an English cup since 2008.
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Ukraine has said it is ready to accept an immediate 30-day ceasefire offer to Russia proposed by the US, after a day of US-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he would present the offer to Russia and that “the ball is in their court” – Moscow is yet to publicly comment on the issue. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was now up to the US to convince Russia…
Cliff notes Premier League title race over? Arsenal draw sees Liverpool go 15 points clear at the top The Premier League title race dominates much of the UK news this morning, as Arsenal drew 1-1 with Manchester United last night. Much of the punditry criticises Arsenal, as the draw could be seen as them dropping crucial points in the race to win the Premier League. United are struggling down in 14th place, and Arsenal could…
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Monday’s front pages continue the weekend trend of no clear lead story, and instead, a variety of topics dominate the headlines.
Kyiv and Washington set for talks this week in Saudi Arabia, report a handful of broadsheets whilst several tabloids focus on Covid 5 years on – and how the UK marked the event.
Benefit cuts, prison reforms, growing crime in the UK and the sunny weather Britain has enjoyed – all make up the domestic coverage on the front pages. The back pages lead on last night’s Man Utd vs Arsenal, which ended in a 1-1 draw. The sports editors suggest that Arsenal’s failure to win has handed Liverpool the Premier League title.
Eurostar trains cancelled for the rest of the day after an unexploded WWII bomb found Eurostar trains from London to Paris have been cancelled for the rest of the day after an unexploded WW2 bomb was found on the tracks. The bomb was found in the Saint-Denis area of Paris during overnight works last night at 4 am. The disruptions aren’t just on the London to Paris line, but further disruptions including the services to…
Typhoons may help to keep peace in Ukraine The Times reports that British typhoons may play a peacekeeping role in Ukraine. The article differs from the rest of the UK reporting, suggesting that the UK will not send troops on the ground but instead play a role in policing the skies. The paper says it’s only possible if Russia drops its objections – something it looks unlikely to do. The paper continues its war against…
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Justin Welby announced his resignation as archbishop following the release of a report which highlighted his failure to report allegations of abuse made against a prolific child abuser associated with the Church of England. The damning report found that Welby “could and should” have reported John Smyth’s abuse of boys and young men to police in 2013.
13 children dead after lightning hits Uganda refugee camp A lightning strike at Palabek Refugee Settlement in north-western Uganda has claimed the lives of 13 children and one adult, police have reported. The victims were attending a church service on Saturday evening when the lightning hit, also leaving 34 others injured. The region has been experiencing heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. Uganda Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke confirmed the adult victim was 21 years old but…
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