Front page summary The Guardian – ‘Thousands of children unsure of gender identity let down by the NHS’The Guardian says thousands of vulnerable children have been let down by the NHS giving them unproven treatments like puberty blockers and by the “toxic” trans debate. Healthcare professionals are “afraid to openly discuss their views”, the report says. Elsewhere, the paper also reports on a government investment in facial recognition technology to crack down on shoplifting. The Guardian…
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Front page summary Metro – ‘Rats infest NHS ward’ The Metro says there have been 18,000 pest cases in English hospitals in the last three years. It reports 18,000 incidents relating to rats, cockroaches, wasps, lice and maggots were recorded in hospitals.The front page also leaves room for a review on the new Zendaya movie. Metro – Forever toxins in our fruit and vegBy WTX NewsApril 9, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t…
Front page summary The Sun – Royal Exclusive: Blue PeterIt’s a royal front page for the Sun, which reports Peter Phillips, son of the Princess Royal, has split with his girlfriend of three years. The paper’s front page notes that Peter was the late Queen’s favourite grandson. In sporting news, the paper also reports the two tied-up score lines in the first set of the Champions League quarter-finals. The Sun – Ricky and Claire hit it…
Front page summary Daily Express – ‘Bonkers ruling proves why UK should quit Euro court’ The Express lead on Tory MPs criticising a “bonkers” ruling by the European Court of Human Rights. Some Conservative MPs want the UK to bow out of the European Convention on Human Rights, criticising what they describe as a “bonkers” ruling by the court. The paper’s front page also teases a story on a boost in the popularity of the Princess of…
Front page summary Daily Mirror – ‘Mr Bates vs the thugs in suits’The latest in the Post Office inquiry leads the Daily Mirror. It reports on former sub-postmaster Alan Bates describing his war with the “thugs in suits” who ran the business.Elsewhere, celebrity gossip makes the front page. Daily Mirror – Labour’s £5bn pledge: We’ll punish tax dodgersBy WTX NewsApril 9, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy…
Many of Wednesday’s newspapers cover the newly published review by paediatrician Hilary Cass into NHS provision of gender care for children.
There’s also coverage of the ongoing Post Office scandal as Alan Bates gave evidence at the inquiry yesterday.
South Koreans are voting for a new parliament, which is widely regarded as a midterm evaluation of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s administration. Although Yoon still has three years remaining in his term, his People Power Party (PPP) has encountered difficulties in advancing its agenda due to the opposition dominance in the legislature, primarily by the Democratic Party (DPK).
Joe Biden has said he believes Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu is making a “mistake” in his handling of Gaza. “I think what he’s doing is a mistake. I don’t agree with his approach,” he said in an interview.
Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he has set a date for a military offensive into Rafah, despite concerns that it will lead to even more civilian deaths. The southern city of Rafah is currently home to more than a million Palestinians who are sheltering there after being forced to flee. Roughly 1.5 million civilians are sheltering in tents and overcrowded camps.
Penny Wong, Australia’s foreign minister, has suggested the country could recognise Palestinian statehood, to increase momentum towards peace. However, Hamas could have no role in its governance, Wong said.
Ireland, often touted as the food isle, is a major exporter of food and food produced here can feed up to 40 million people — we are the third largest exporter of butter globally and the fifth largest exporter of beef, staggering statistics for a small country. This might lead us to believe that as a nation we are self-sufficient and need not worry about food security, however, we are net importers of many of…
The attempt to silence one of the most prominent investigative reporters in Latin America, Gustavo Gorriti, has sparked international solidarity and outrage. Gorriti, known for his fearless reporting on corruption and human rights abuses, was recently targeted in a brazen attempt to muzzle his voice. The incident has sent shockwaves through the journalism community and beyond, with many expressing their support for Gorriti and condemning any efforts to suppress freedom of the press. In response…
Muslims around the world are gearing up to celebrate Eid al-Fitr this week, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. This year, a rare occurrence will see almost all Muslims united in their celebrations, with Saudi Arabia and several other countries announcing that Eid al-Fitr will fall on April 10th. Typically, differences in moon sightings have led to Sunni and Shia Muslims celebrating Eid on different days, with variations even among Sunni countries.…
Front page summary The Guardian – Starmer told to resurrect Sure Start to help poorest The Guardian says Labour grandees want Keir Starmer to put a new Sure Start-style programme at the heart of the party’s manifesto. It says new research has shown the scheme had a “transformational impact” on the academic success of children from poor backgrounds.The former prime minister, Gordon Brown, and three former education secretaries including David Blunkett are quoted. He tells the…
Front page summary Metro – Forever toxins in our fruit and vegMetro says toxins that take centuries to break down have been found in fruit, veg and spices in UK stores. The environmental department found residue on more than half of the samples it tested, so the report says, but the levels of chemicals in all were within the amount deemed safe by law.Celebrity news also makes the front page. Metro – Punishment isn’t working By…
Front page summary Daily Mirror – Labour’s £5bn pledge: We’ll punish tax dodgers The Daily Mirror says shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to crack down on tax evasion and use the money to fund the NHS if Labour gets into power. It says Reeves, has shown “imaginative thinking” to set a “realistic goal”; it describes the tax plan as a “winner”.Above, the paper features paparazzi snaps of boxer Ricky Hatton with his arm around Coronation…
Front page summary Daily Express – NHS must end long cruel journeys for cancer care The Daily Express says campaigners want to end the long journeys that some cancer patients have to take by funding more radiotherapy centres. It cites figures from a campaign group which highlighted that 7.4 million people would have to travel further than 45 minutes to reach treatment if they were diagnosed.The ongoing Post Office scandal and the new Amy Winehouse movie…
Front page summary The Sun – Ricky and Claire hit it off The Sun leads on celebrity gossip. Former boxer Ricky Hatton and actress Claire Sweeney have been dating, the front page says. The ex-world champ, 45, and Claire, 52, met on Dancing On Ice. The paper leads with exclusive photos showing the loved-up pair enjoying a night out at the weekend.They walked between bars in Manchester with Claire putting her arm around the ex-welterweight’s shoulder.Elsewhere,…
Three soldiers from a southern African military force have been killed in a mortar attack in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. All three soldiers were from Tanzania. Three others were hurt.
Nicaragua has asked the UN’s highest court to halt German weapons sales to Israel at the start of a landmark case. Germany faces accusations of breaching the UN genocide convention by sending military hardware to Israel and stopping funding of the UN’s aid agency.
As rivers swell, many citizens in the Russian city of Orenburg are bracing for widespread flooding. The seasonal floods have been far worse than usual, caused by melting snow from the Ural Mountains, triggering evacuations throughout the area.
Front page summary The Independent – Why Monday’s are the deadliest day to go to A&E The Independent says new data shows more people die at the start of the week as hospitals are stretched to the limit after failing to discharge patients at the weekend. Figures uncovered by The Independent show an average of 126 patients died every Monday between 2020-2023 – 25 per cent higher than any other day. On a Saturday, the average…
Front page summary Metro – Punishment isn’t working Thousands of criminals ordered to do unpaid work such as clean graffiti are getting away without finishing it, says Metro. “Punishment isn’t working” headlines the paper as it reports on 280,000 hours of community service being written off, according to the Labour Party. Also on the front is Russell Cook, nicknamed “Hardest Geezer”, pictured as he crosses the finish line in Tunisia after running the full length of Africa.…
Front page summary The Guardian – Carers taken to court over heartrending minor errors The Guardian reports thousands of people who claim a carer’s allowance for looking after relatives are being forced to repay “huge sums” after breaching rules by a few pounds a week. It says carers claiming £81.90 a week for carer’s allowance while working part-time are being forced to pay sums overpaid to them, in some cases running to more than £20,000.Russell Cook…
Front page summary Daily Mirror – Turkey vet and a nose job package The Daily Mirror reports that Turkish clinics are offering plastic surgery and pet care “package deals” that work out significantly cheaper than in the UK. It observes this comes as vet costs sore in the UK. One clinic offers cat care and a nose job for £4,500. Also pictured is TV personality Gemma Collins and her new fiance. She tells the paper she wants…