Drone hits Moscow tower block housing Russian government offices.
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Margaret Ferrier will face a by-election after breaking Covid rules (Picture: PA) Scotland is to have its first recall byelection, after more than 10% of voters in Rutherglen and Hamilton West signed a petition to force a contest in the seat held by Covid rule-breaking MP Margaret Ferrier. A total of 11,896 voters in the constituency signed the petition, meaning there will be a fresh contest there. The date of the ballot is still to be determined, but it comes after Ms Ferrier, who was elected as an SNP MP but now sits as an independent, was suspended from the…
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Journalists at France’s sole dedicated Sunday newspaper announced on Tuesday they were halting one of the longest strikes in the recent history of French media, on the day a controversial editor aligned with the far right took up his post as editor in chief.
They look so good together!
We’d love to see this.
The first-of-its-kind trial looks promising.
There’s a cake for every err… milestone, it seems.
Australian Federal Police (AFP) Assistant Commissioner Justine Gough described the allegations as ‘unfathomable’ and ‘chilling’.
A lawyer for Elon Musk’s X Corp. threatened independent researchers who have studied disinformation and hate speech on Twitter.
Subway has a nice ring to it.
An additional legislative layer with an oversight role made up of ordinary individuals from all walks of life with no political ambition could well be the panacea to Israel’s constitutional conundrum, Joshua Hantman writes.
Netherlands 7-0 Vietnam: Dutch win sees them top Group E The Netherlands showed their dominance in Group E of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, securing a fantastic 7-0 victory against Vietnam, making them group toppers ahead of the former champions the United States. Esmee Brugts stole the show with two brilliant long-range curling goals, one before the break and another after. Jill Roord also scored twice, and Lieke Martens, Katja Snoeijs, and Danielle van de Donk joined in the scoring spree. With this impressive win, the 2019 runners-up have booked their spot in the last 16, where they’ll face the…
The Guardian – Dismay as PM vows to max out UK fossil fuel reserves Summary of the front page The Guardian reports that environmental groups have said the PM’s plans for UK fossil fuel reserves will send a “wrecking ball” through climate commitments. The paper also reflects on a series of school strikes being called off after four unions agreed a 6.5% pay rise and also touches on Nigel Farage’s claims Coutts has offered to re-open his bank accounts. A grinning Stuart Broad is photographed on the front of the paper. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment…
Metro – Oil be back Summary of the front page The prime minister has given permission for more than 100 new North Sea oil and gas drilling licences, Metro reports. The paper reflects on Rishi Sunak’s trip to Aberdeen and says he “gambled” on giving out 100 new North Sea oil and gas licences. The front page of the paper is dominated by photos of England’s cricket team who marked the end of the Ashes with a win at the Oval, levelling a memorable Ashes series at 2-2. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers
Daily Mirror – Just stop Sunak Summary of the front page Daily Mirror says the PM has given the green light for “greedy energy giants” to drill in the North Sea. The paper hits out at the Prime Minister who announced his oil and gas policy in Scotland on Monday. The front page also reports on Stuart Broad – who’s pictured smiling on the front page as he bows out of cricket. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers
Daily Express – Banks warned: You can’t rip off savers anymore Summary of the front page The Daily Express says “greedy high street banks” will be forced to pass interest rate rises on to savers. The front page is declaring the summer weather will return – after much of the UK saw a rainy July. On the other side of the masthead, the tabloid shows David Hunter, freed after killing his terminally ill wife Janice. A triumphant Stuart Broad is also splashed on the paper. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers
The Sun – Give us a break Summary of the front page The Sun leads with its campaign to protect motorists from “expensive net zero policies” such as low traffic zones. It says drivers are being treated like “cash cows” amid the push to reduce emissions. The front page reports the end on Stuart Broad’s glittering cricket career. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers
The island’s viewership needs a lot-a TLC.
Ukraine war: Same Moscow skyscraper hit in new drone attack A Moscow skyscraper – which had already been attacked by a drone – has been hit for a second time in two days, mayor Sergei Sobyanin has said. He said several drones were shot down overnight but “one flew into the same tower at the Moskva City complex” that was targeted on Sunday. The building’s glass facade was damaged but no injuries have been reported. Russia blamed Ukraine for the latest attack, whilst Kyiv has not commented. In a brief statement, Mr Sobyanin said that “glazing was destroyed over 150…
Lebanon clashes: Thousands flee violence at Palestinian refugee camp More than 2,000 people have fled violence between rival fractions at a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, the UN said. The clashes between Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas’ Fatah movement and Islamist groups left 11 people dead, the UN says. A ceasefire has been agreed although gunfire was still being heard on Monday. The Ein el-Hilweh camp – the largest in Lebanon – houses more than 63,000 registered refugees according to the UN. It sits just outside the jurisdiction of the Lebanese security forces. It is left up to rival factions…
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Tuesday’s front pages are dominated by pictures of Stuart Broad – who brought an end to his cricket career at the fifth and final Test of the Ashes. The papers react to England’s victory in the final Ashes Test. Stuart Broad bows out The Mail says Broad helped England earn a “rightful” draw in the series. His unique achievement of hitting his last ball in Test cricket for six and taking a wicket on his final delivery is praised in the Daily Telegraph. Coutts scandal The ongoing Coutts account scandal makes the front page…
Brazil’s Jose Paulino Gomes, believed to have been born on August 4, 1895, ‘always liked to have a little drink.’
Taxes on draught pints will not change, an additional measure designed to support pubs.
From ‘miserable misalignment’ to walking on air.