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.
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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. …
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…
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…
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.
Activists and human rights campaigners have previously slammed the Home Office plans out of concern for conditions aboard.
The polls also show almost half of voters think Labour is ready to govern, with favour toward Sunak running low.
‘Our family are extremely grateful for the searches and effort undertaken by all of the agencies involved in the searches to find Gareth since Saturday evening.’
Vienna has retained its crown as the world’s most liveable city, according to Economist’s annual index. But other European cities have not fared well.
‘I look at him, and he’s not offering to pay’.
The Sun – Now get a move on Rishi Summary of the front page Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has ordered a review of low-traffic neighbourhoods but campaigners have urged him to do much more to end the war on motorists, writes The Sun. The paper says there are calls by campaigners for him to do more to “end the war on motorists”, including pushing back the 2030 deadline for new petrol and diesel engines. “Now…
Daily Mirror – Don’t let my son’s death be for nothing Summary of the front page The father of a boy killed by a dog has backed the Daily Mirror’s campaign to crack down on dangerous pets with a change in the law. Billy MacRitchie, whose son Frankie was nine when he was killed by a dog, tells the paper: “Our hope is that his tragic death wasn’t for nothing.” Today’s top stories Like this…
Daily Express – End this farce: Three hours on hold for tax office Summary of the front page The Daily Express claims the tax office was the worst offender in its call-handling probe, with a caller left on hold for almost three hours before they were able to speak to a staff member at HMRC. The front page features an image of Prince William serving vegan burgers as well as President Zelenksy’s warning that war…
Portugal has doubled its 2030 goals for solar and green hydrogen capacity. It’s also helping people to live and travel more sustainably.
The Independent – Tory plan to save NHS this winter could kill thousands Summary of the front page The UK’s most senior A&E doctor has criticised government plans to prepare the NHS for winter, saying they are wholly insufficient and inadequate provision could see thousands of people die needlessly, according to The Independent. The front page features a large image from the Ashes – as the Australian cricket team paid tribute to retiring England bowler…
Metro – Putin peace bombshell Summary of the front page Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has hinted at peace talks in the Ukraine war – as Kyiv’s drones hit Moscow, reports Metro. The paper leads on what it says are “bombshell” remarks made by Russian President Vladimir Putin after he said he does not reject the idea of peace talks with Ukraine. It also reports on Sunday’s Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow, saying the tables have…