Cliff Notes Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy have met prior to Pope Francis’s funeral, with plans for further discussions afterwards. The meeting follows recent talks between Trump’s peace negotiator and Vladimir Putin regarding a potential resumption of direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. Trump has asserted that a peace deal is "very close" and has encouraged Zelenskyy to expedite the process. Trump met with Zelenskyy ahead of Pope’s funeral | World News . Donald Trump…
Cliff Notes World leaders, including Sir Keir Starmer, Donald Trump, and Emmanuel Macron, have gathered in Rome ahead of Pope Francis’s funeral, with 200,000 attendees expected at the ceremony. Over the past three days, approximately 250,000 people have paid respects to the late pontiff as he lay in state at St Peter’s Basilica, with a million anticipated for the procession. The funeral will be an open-air service in St Peter’s Square, with meticulous seating arrangements…
Cliff Notes – LGBTQ+ pride celebration have been canceled The Kennedy Center has cancelled a series of events planned for LGBTQ+ rights as part of the World Pride festival in Washington, D.C., due to changing priorities and recent leadership changes Following the cancellations, the Capital Pride Alliance has distanced itself from the Kennedy Center, expressing disappointment but emphasising the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community in finding alternative avenues for celebration The cancellations coincide with significant…
Cliff Notes – Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine should now meet Donald Trump claims that Russia and Ukraine are “very close to a deal,” urging high-level officials from both sides to meet and finalise the agreement. Criticising both parties for their failure to reach a peace deal, Trump emphasises the urgency in stopping the ongoing violence, citing significant casualties. Recent discussions included US envoy Steve Witkoff meeting Vladimir Putin, which Trump described as a…
Cliff Notes Virginia Giuffre, renowned for accusing Prince Andrew of sexual assault, has died by suicide at 41, as confirmed by her family. Giuffre was an advocate for victims of sexual abuse and trafficking, and was involved in a high-profile legal case against Prince Andrew, leading to an out-of-court settlement in 2022. Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault, has died, her family says | World News . Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince…
Cliff Notes Judge Hannah Dugan of Milwaukee has been arrested for allegedly assisting Eduardo Flores-Ruiz to evade immigration authorities by escorting him and his lawyer out through a jury door during court proceedings. Dugan faces charges of concealing an individual to obstruct justice, with her next court appearance scheduled for 15 May. The incident raises tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary over immigration enforcement. FBI arrests US judge accused of helping man evade…
Cliff Notes The Kremlin has directly accused Ukraine of a car bomb attack that killed Lieutenant General Yaroslav Moskalik, marking the second assassination of a senior Russian military figure in four months. Dmitry Peskov, a Kremlin spokesperson, labelled the incident a terrorist act without offering evidence, while the nature of the bombing raises questions about its implications for ongoing peace talks. The blast coincided with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff’s meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow…
Cliff Notes The Greens assert unity on trans rights amid concerns over co-leader Adrian Ramsay’s ambiguous stance, with Carla Denyer reaffirming the party’s pro-trans policy. Local elections are approaching in Kent, where the Greens aim to increase their presence despite currently having only five seats on the county council. Denyer emphasises the party’s grassroots approach, contrasting it with the celebrity-driven strategies of rivals like Nigel Farage, as they seek to galvanise support ahead of the…
Cliff Notes A militant attack in Kashmir resulted in the deaths of at least 26 individuals, primarily Indian tourists, leading to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, who are blaming each other for involvement in the incident. The militant group claiming responsibility, the Kashmir Resistance, is considered a splinter of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, with India accusing Pakistan of supporting terrorism in the region and threatening significant repercussions. Both nations have implemented punitive measures against each other;…
Cliff Notes Anthony John Felton, a headteacher, was jailed for 28 months after attacking his deputy with a wrench due to "overwhelming sexual jealousy." The assault occurred at St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Comprehensive School, where Felton ambushed Richard Pyke, believing he was involved with another teacher. Felton’s actions, described as unprecedented by the judge, led to minor injuries for Mr Pyke and resulted in a restraining order against Felton. Headteacher jailed for attacking his deputy…
Cliff Notes A pack of suitors, including Endless and Hilco Capital, are expected to submit takeover offers for Poundland, which is struggling financially. Poundland’s owner, Pepco Group, is pursuing a sale amid rising losses and operational challenges, with Teneo advising on the auction process. The retailer experienced a 7.3% decline in like-for-like sales during the Christmas trading period, exacerbated by increased operating costs and recent tax hikes. Struggling discounter Poundland gets bids from Hilco and…
On Saturday 25 April 2025, the world will say their farewells to Pope Francis, a pontiff who will be remembered for all his work with the poor, for modernising the Catholic Church and for bringing people of all faiths together. Pope Francis’s funeral will get underway tomorrow in Rome, in breaking with tradition he will have a much simpler affair than many of his predecessors.
Three men have been sentenced to a combined total of 99 years in prison for their conspiracy to murder Paul Allen, a member of the notorious Securitas heist gang.
As April concludes, the UK’s political landscape looks as tentative as it was during the second Brexit vote, with global uncertainty about the US president, who has single handedly put the world into a recession. Additionally, it’s been a big week for the new UK and Syrian alliance. Not to be out done by the Emirates who have managed to fiddle with the weather, there’s an incredible scientific story which essentially means the UK may…
Renewed data indicates a significant decline in consumer confidence and business health in the UK, with GfK’s confidence barometer suffering a drop to -23 amidst rising economic worries.
The latest from Ukraine makes several front pages of the UK newspapers this morning with ongoing discussions over the US-proposed deal that would see Ukraine concede Crimea to Russia – something the UK Prime Minister says he won’t support.
There is coverage of Donald Trump’s rare rebuke of Putin – as the US President called the Russian President out for its latest savage attack on Kyiv.
Ofcom has announced new online safety rules aimed at keeping young people safe online. The regulator, which now also oversees online safety, has published more than 40 measures that tech firms and online platforms (aimed at kids) must follow. Failure to do this could see the firms/ platforms face a fine of up to £18 million – or ten per cent of their qualifying worldwide revenue.
Over 1,000 litres of urine collected from female participants at the London Marathon will be recycled into liquid fertiliser for wheat, supporting sustainability efforts.
Friday’s headlines feature a real variety of domestic and international stories, from the ongoing Ukraine peace talks to the online safety bill.
The sun is out here in the capital, and the weekend is just around the corner, so grab yourself a coffee and let’s have a quick look at this morning’s bulletins.
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