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Cliff Notes An extensive search is ongoing for an 11-year-old girl who reportedly fell into the River Thames near Barge House Causeway in east London around 1.15pm on Monday. The Metropolitan Police and emergency services are coordinating a large-scale response, with the girl’s next of kin being supported by officers. Extensive search under way for 11-year-old girl who fell into River Thames . An “extensive search” is under way to find an 11-year-old girl after…

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Cliff Notes An 84-year-old man, attacked by an XL bully dog in Warrington on 24 February, has died from his injuries after weeks of medical care. Cheshire Police destroyed the offending dog and another inside the property following the attack; armed officers fired 19 shots during the incident. A 30-year-old man has been charged with owning a dog dangerously out of control, and the Crown Prosecution Service is considering whether to upgrade the charges following…

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Cliff Notes Finnish President Alexander Stubb advocates for a complete ceasefire in Ukraine on 20 April, marking a deadline linked to Easter and Donald Trump’s three-month tenure. Stubb expressed his observations of Trump’s frustration with Russia’s slow progress in ceasefire negotiations, citing typical Russian tactics of changing conditions post-negotiation. The discussions contribute to a broader context of heightened security measures in Europe, following Finland’s and Sweden’s recent NATO memberships. Ukraine war latest: Kremlin responds to…

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Prince Harry has been accused of bullying and harassment by the chairperson of the charity Sentebale, which Harry co-founded. Dr Sophie Chandauka gave an interview over the weekend where she said since Harry’s Netflix deal interfered with a planned Sentebale fundraiser and an incident with Harry’s wife Meghan became a source of friction. Chandauka says Harry – and the board who all resigned – are trying to force her out.

The global stock markets have reacted to Trump’s comments over the weekend as he is set to announce a raft of new tariffs that will affect every country. Asian markets have fallen, and European markets opened down.


Expect much of this week’s news to be dominated by the US President as his new tariffs are set to hit this Wednesday, he’s announced he might consider a third term as president (despite US law only allowing for two) and he’s told Russian president Putin he has to agree to a ceasefire in a month or face more tariffs.

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Much of Monday’s headlines – in print and online – is dominated by the latest happenings in the Trump administration. As it has been since he took office, there are multiple stories about the US president, his team and what they are doing every day. 

One of the Trump-focused stories today looks at the president issuing a threat of more tariffs if Moscow does not agree to a peace deal in a month.

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Monday’s headlines reflect a variety of domestic and international stories, with Prince Harry’s charity scandal and the latest from Donald Trump’s administration dominating many news sites and newspapers. 

There is, of course, widespread coverage of the devastation across Myanmar as the United Nations appeals for more aid and the death toll tops 1,700. 

The sports papers cover the weekend’s FA Cup action, teenager Jakrub Mensik winning the Miami Open and West Ham WFC drawing with WSL leaders Chelsea.

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Cliff Notes Ravenswood, West Virginia, illustrates the stark contrast in the US aluminium industry, with a thriving Constellium factory next to the now-closed Kaiser Aluminium plant, highlighting the decline in primary production. President Trump’s proposed tariffs aim to support American manufacturing by addressing unfair competition from foreign aluminium sources, albeit with potential short-term disruptions to industries reliant on international supply chains. Local residents express mixed feelings about the tariffs, recognising the need for protectionism but…

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Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer will address a summit in London focused on illegal migration, urging nations to collaborate against people-smuggling networks akin to international cooperation on terrorism. The UK government plans to invest £33 million to disrupt people-smuggling operations and enhance legal actions against perpetrators, highlighting the severe implications of this global issue. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasised the critical need for unified international efforts to confront criminal gangs that facilitate illegal immigration, citing…

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Cliff Notes – Blackwall Tunnel charges – what you need to know Starting next week, drivers will be required to pay tolls for using London’s Blackwall Tunnel, coinciding with the opening of the new Silvertown Tunnel which aims to alleviate congestion. The cost for a return journey will be £8 for cars during peak times and £13 for large vans, with payment options available online or via phone, including an Auto Pay feature. The Silvertown…

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Cliff Notes Police are offering a £10,000 reward for information regarding the disappearance of Alexander Sloley, who went missing nearly 17 years ago at the age of 16 in Islington, north London. Despite extensive investigations, including public appeals and the use of milk cartons for awareness, there have been no confirmed sightings or use of his personal belongings since he vanished. The case remains active, with police urging anyone with potential information to come forward…

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