Tinubu wins Nigeria presidential election Nigeria’s recent presidential election has been won by Bola Tinubu, the candidate from the ruling party. According to official results, the veteran politician received 37% of the vote, while his main opponent Atiku Abubakar polled 29% and Peter Obi from the Labour party received 25%. The poll was disputed by the opposition parties, who demanded a rerun. Tinubu calls for politicians to work together Tinubu, who is known as one…
‘This is brand-washing.’
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a bill formally suspending the 2010 New START treaty on Tuesday.
‘They grabbed them by the arm and threw them in the sea.’
‘He was alive and that was all that mattered.’
Handelsblatt – Brussels and London – the love comeback of the decade? Handelsblatt, a German newspaper likened it to the process of ex-partners reconciling after a period of hurt, blame, and teasing, ultimately finding a new way of relating to each other. The paper says It’s like so many breakups: after a period of hurt, blame and teasing, there comes a point when two ex-partners get closer again – and find a new way of…
The i – Rishi Sunak faces anxious wait to see if DUP and Tory Brexiteers will back his new Northern Ireland deal The i says Rishi Sunak faces an anxious wait for the verdict of Brexit hardliners and Northern Ireland unionists after striking an agreement to rewrite the deal which took Britain out of the EU. The Prime Minister and the head of the European Commission unveiled the “Windsor Framework” after months of talks on…
Despite major EU concessions, protocol deal is not what Rishi Sunak has claimed Sam McBride of the Belfast Telegraph, in his column, is critical of the deal, saying that the reality is that the Irish Sea border will remain in place. He writes Few people watching Rishi Sunak’s carefully-crafted lines in Windsor, or even reading the Government’s eight ‘explainer’ documents will grasp the full significance of Monday’s UK-EU deal. Read on
Le Monte – New agreement on Northern Ireland: UK and EU are banking on new peaceful relations Le Monte says It was a pivotal day for Northern Ireland and UK-European Union (EU) relations, enshrined under the unusual auspices of British royalty. Monday, February 27, from the town hall of Windsor (in Berkshire), a stone’s throw from the venerable royal castle, the British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von…
How the UK, Irish and European newspapers reacted to Northern Ireland deal British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hails a ‘new chapter’ in relations with the EU after a Northern Ireland Brexit deal guarantees the free flow of goods, an emergency brake on new EU laws and the removal of trade barriers across the Irish Sea. This saga has been going on since 2016, with various prime ministers at the helm and specialist negotiations teams battling…
Metro – You can put the oven on Summary of the front page The Brexit trade agreement with the EU has been delivered three years after Boris Johnson claimed he had an “oven-ready deal”, Metro says. Referencing Johnson’s claim – made more than three years ago – that his own deal with the EU was “oven ready”, the headline in the Metro reads: “You can put the oven on”. The entire front page is dedicated…
The Guardian – PM hails new chapter in relations with EU after Northern Ireland deal Summary of the front page The Guardian reports that the agreement, which will reduce checks on goods moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, has been called a “decisive breakthrough” by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The paper adds that it came after four months of “intense negotiations”. The front page features a…
The Sun – Broadchurch star dumps Downton star for better co-star Summary of the front page The Sun leads with news of a TV love triangle. Broadchurch star Andrew Buchan has left his wife, Downton Abbey’s Amy Nuttall, and is believed to be living with Leila Farzad, his co-star in BBC series Better, according to the Sun. A source tells the paper that Nuttall has been left “devastated” by Buchan’s departure. The front page leaves…
Daily Mirror – Evil’s end Summary of the front page The Mirror reports that the ashes of Peter Sutcliffe, the serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper, have been scattered at a beauty spot near the Cumbrian village of Arnside, which he visited as a child. The front page bids farewell to Betty Boothroyd – the first female Speaker of the Commons – who died at the age of 93. Today’s top stories Like this…
Daily Express – PM: My Brexit deal ‘now takes back control’ Summary of the front page The Daily Express says the new Brexit deal “now takes back control” – that’s the prime minister’s claim. The front page reports on last night’s spectacular Northern lights display – that was seen across the UK as well as the death of Betty Boothroyd – the first female Commons Speaker who died at the age of 93. Today’s top stories…
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Tuesday’s front pages are dominated by news of a deal reached between the UK and the European Union to amend the Northern Ireland protocol. Prime minister Rishi Sunak hails a ‘new chapter’ in relations with EU after a Northern Ireland Brexit deal guarantees the free flow of goods, an emergency brake on new EU laws and the removal of trade barriers across the Irish Sea. The Times headline reads…
We felt we had no other option because people have seemingly forgotten about our situation.
Urgent search for baby as Constance Marten and Mark Gordon arrested Police are currently focusing their search efforts on a missing baby after a couple, Constance Marten and Mark Gordon, were arrested in Brighton, according to authorities. The newborn was believed to be only a few days old when the couple disappeared in January. Marten and Gordon remain in custody and are being interrogated, as per the Metropolitan Police, who have requested that local residents…
No sun-soaked beaches this week!
‘Comedy is fun and engaging – but it’s also about being OK with being vulnerable.’
Ukraine war: Frontline city situation worsening – Zelensky Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, has described the situation in the eastern city of Bakhmut as increasingly difficult, with Russian forces attempting to capture the city for over six months. He stated that the enemy was continuously destroying protective measures, making it harder to defend their positions. This follows some of the most intense fightings since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over a year ago. Recently, Russian forces have…
Stunning.
US citizen killed in West Bank as unrest intensifies Retaliatory violence has escalated in the occupied West Bank, resulting in the shooting and killing of a 26-year-old Israeli American named Elan Ganeles. The attack took place on a highway close to Jericho, following an incident where Israeli settlers burned dozens of cars and houses in Palestinian villages in the West Bank on Sunday night. This was in response to the killing of two settlers from…
Ron DeSantis tightens his control over Disney theme parks At a bill signing ceremony near Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis warned people to “buckle up” as he signed a bill that grants the state control over Disney’s sprawling Orlando theme parks, stripping power that Disney has held uniquely for over 50 years. This move will enable more oversight by Mr DeSantis’ Republican-led legislature and is widely viewed as retaliation…
Pulkovo Airport in St Petersburg (Credits: Getty)
Russia has closed its airspace after an ‘unknown’ object was spotted floating over St Petersburg.
All flights at Pulkovo Airport, located 14 miles south of the city centre, have been temporarily suspended today.
Reports on social media have identified the object as a drone, but this is yet to be confirmed.
Authorities said on their official Telegram channel that all flights flights have been halted until midday local time.
It did not provide a reason for the suspension.
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