‘If it does happen it will be a serious situation.’
Author: WTX News Editor
Metro – Harry and Meghan paparazzi chase Summary of the front page The Metro leads on Harry and Meghan’s recent claims to have been involved in a “near catastrophic” car chase with the paparazzi in New York City. The couple’s spokesperson said the paps followed the couple for nearly two hours. Most of the front page is dedicated to the news, but a little space is left for Eddie Izzard. Today’s top stories Like this…
The Guardian – PM accused of being out of touch over cost of living Summary of the front page The Guardian says the prime minister has been accused of being “out of touch with ordinary families” after claiming the economy was improving. The front page also reports on Harry and Meghan’s NYC car chase. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous image Next image
Daily Mirror – Hospital horror Summary of the front page The Daily Mirror leads on the news that 19 people are being investigated by police after hundreds died while on opioid drugs at Gosport War Memorial Hospital in Hampshire. The front page also carries an exclusive interview with the son of Lee Rigby, a British soldier who was attacked and killed by terrorists in 2013. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK…
Daily Express – Rishi raises hope of tax cuts before elections Summary of the front page The Daily Express says the prime minister has hinted that tax cuts could be on the way before the next general election. The paper says Rishi Sunak has dismissed “doom-mongers” who claim the UK’s economic recovery has stalled. The front pages also reports on Harry and Meghan’s NYC car chase. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment…
Rishi Sunak talking to EU over threat to UK electric cars Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is talking to the EU regarding a Brexit rule change that would impact the UK’s electric car ambitions. Carmakers in the UK and EU have requested a postponement of the rule change, as they the current deadline poses a threat to the UK industry. Carmaking giant Stellantis has expressed concern about the future of its UK factories. The company had…
Russia launches ninth wave of missile attacks on Kyiv this month A ninth attack on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv this month has been launched by Russia. Authorities in Kyiv reported that the incoming missiles had been destroyed but falling debris caused damage in two districts. One person was killed and two wounded in a missile strike on the Black Sea port of Odesa. Blasts were also heard in Vinnytsia, Khmelnytsky, and Zhytomyr. The latest attack saw…
Deadly floods devastate Italy and F1 cancelled Italy is experiencing heavy rains in the Emilia-Romagna region which have caused devastating flooding, resulting in nine deaths with several others still missing. Approximately 10,000 people have been evacuated, with some requiring helicopter rescues from rooftops. So far, the flooding has affected 23 towns as 14 rivers overflowed, causing significant damage. The upcoming Emilia-Romagna F1 Grand Prix has been cancelled as a result of the flooding. The mayor…
TikTok’s ‘Iron Knee’ challenge will help you assess your clicky joints The ‘Iron knee’ challenge has taken over TikTok recently, designed to assess the condition of your knees. Sitting for long hours at a desk can take a toll on our bodies, resulting in stiffness. The Iron Knee challenge revolves around a series of squats, designed to assess your knee mobility, balance and overall lower body strength. In a video by Dr Dan, he explains…
Financial Times -ChatGPT chief sees AI manipulation of US elections as ‘significant’ concern Summary of the front page The Financial Times leads with concerns that artificial intelligence could manipulate the US presidential election next year. Sam Altman, whose company created Chat GPT, told US lawmakers independent audits on AI technology and warnings similar to nutritional labels were “a great idea”. The front page also leads on the University of Oxford voting to remove the Sackler…
Metro – 2.5m too sick to work Summary of the front page The Metro reports some 2.5 million people are not working due to long-term illness. The Office of National Statistic released its latest sickness figures, pointing out that it coincides with the UK’s unemployment rate “unexpectedly” rising by 0.1% to 3.9%. The Princess of Wales’s escapades at a charity event in Bath also make the front page, with the royal pictured smiling in a…
The Guardian – Alarm as ministers target housing standards to cut asylum hotels bill Summary of the front page The Guardian says ministers are going to remove basic housing protections from asylum seekers in an attempt to move thousands of people out of hotels and into privately rented accommodation. The shake-up, “designed to move tens of thousands out of hotels and into the private rented sector”, would exempt landlords from meeting minimum safety regulations in…
The Times – Starmer: I’ll allow more homes on green belt Summary of the front page The Times reports that Sir Keir Starmer has promised to allow more houses to be built on the green belt. In an interview with the newspaper, the Labour leader says that, if his party are elected, he will relax planning restrictions to pave the way for more housebuilding. Sir Keir accuses the Conservatives of “killing the aspiration of home…
Daily Express – PM: You must let us deport illegal immigrants Summary of the front page The Daily Express says the prime minister has told European judges they must let the UK fly illegal migrants to Rwanda. Rishi Sunak reportedly told lawmakers in Strasbourg they needed to be “fair and transparent” after “secret late-night court rulings” meant deportation flights were grounded in the UK The front page reports on the ONS figures concerning a record…
Daily Mirror – Can’t afford a sandwich? Hard cheese Summary of the front page The Daily Mirror leads with a claim from former Tory minister Ann Widdecombe, who says nobody has a right to cheap food. The paper brands her “another out-of-touch politician” after she remarked that struggling families should stop making cheese sandwiches to cut back on rising food costs. One expert told the paper that “ordinary people are sick of being told how…
Nicolas Sarkozy to wear tag after losing corruption appeal Nicolas Sarkozy has lost his appeal against a corruption conviction, but the Paris appeals court has ruled the former French president could serve his sentence at home with an electronic tag instead of going to jail. Sarkozy was sentenced in 2021 to three years in prison, with two suspended, for attempting to influence a judge in a separate case. The corruption conviction is one among several…
Primary school children suffer “life-changing” injuries in Melbourne bus crash A group of primary school children in Melbourne, Australia has been involved in a devastating bus crash, resulting in traumatic and life-changing injuries. The crash occurred when a truck rear-ended the bus, causing it to roll over on Tuesday afternoon. There were 45 students on board, and 18 of them, aged 5-11, were rushed to the hospital , many to undergo emergency surgeries. The collision…
Loafers Lodge: New Zealand Police launch homicide investigation into hostel fire A homicide investigation has been launched by authorities in New Zealand following the devastating fire that engulfed the Loafers Lodge hostel in Wellington on Monday. At least six people have died in the fire, and around 20 people still remain unaccounted for. The full extent of the damage has hindered investigators from accessing the building until Wednesday. Firefighters found six bodies on Tuesday, they…
Cabinet rift as Braverman told to ‘stick to job’ amid fears she’s pushing to replace PM The Independent says A cabinet rift has opened up over the direction of Rishi Sunak’s government after Suella Braverman sparked fears she is pitching to be prime minister by setting out her hardline, right-wing vision of conservatism. Levelling up secretary Michael Gove rejected “strident” culture war attacks and warned the Tories that focusing on economic competence was the only…
Suella Braverman hints at leadership ambitions with unusually personal pitch to Tory right Sky News says Given Suella Braverman is a senior government minister, her speech at the National Conservatism conference was heavy on the Suella stuff and light on the government stuff. After being interrupted by two protesters (“write a letter” came the shout from the crowd), the home secretary opened with a lengthy explanation of her own backstory and how her family initially…
Suella Braverman’s ‘vision for conservatism’ is a psychodrama of self-interest The Independent says The Tory Party knows it is sinking. You can tell not only because so many of them have already got their eye on the soon to be vacant captain’s job, but also because they reckon they can get it by driving into the iceberg again, but this time even harder. For some reason, the Conservative Party is having not one but two…
Ben Jennings on Suella Braverman’s dreams of being in No 10 — cartoon The Guardian’s take on Suella Braverman’s aims for No 10. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2023/may/16/ben-jennings-on-suella-bravermans-dreams-of-being-in-no-10-cartoon
Express Sport – ‘Alas for Smith it’s Jones’ A Mel Smith-Griff Rhys Jones inspired headline for the Daily Express today to reflect Liverpool’s victory and Leicester’s woes. The paper also follows the stories of Manchester United’s and Arsenal’s transfer plans this summer.
The Guardian – Tory MPs tell Braverman: quit the PM pitch and stick to the day job Summary of the front page The Guardian reports that Home Secretary Suella Braverman has been accused of undermining the prime minister on immigration after her speech on Monday, with several Tory MPs reportedly suggesting Mr Sunak should warn Ms Braverman to stick to her role as home secretary. The front page marks Zelensky’s trip to the UK. Today’s…
Financial Times – Erdogan on course to retain power as Turkey election heads for run-off Summary of the front page Turkey’s elections are likely to go to a second round, after none of the candidates passed the 50% threshold – that’s on the front of the Financial Times. The paper reports that current leader Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is “on course to retain power”, extending his rule into a third decade. The front page also marks…