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Summary A pilot in Australia successfully landed a plane with no working landing equipment after a mechanical failure. The twin-turboprop Beechcraft Super King Air plane flew for almost three hours until fuel ran out, with no passengers needing treatment after the incident. Emergency crews were on the scene to ensure a safe landing. The 53-year-old pilot from Queensland executed a “textbook” wheels-up landing at Newcastle airport, north of Sydney. NSW Police praised the pilot for his skill in safely landing the plane and ensuring the safety of all on board. The incident highlights the importance of pilot training and emergency…

The UK is supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine some may say indirectly, but does it really matter? Doesn’t it seem somewhat duplicitous! Whilst Vladimir Zelenskiy was addressing parliament to a standing ovation, the British government was arranging for Russian oil shipments to come via Turkey and India. Russia has been at war with Ukraine and its allies for over two years now. Alone against the superpower of NATO supporting Ukraine with funding, weapons and special tactical units deployed on the ground. Obfuscation – the War in Ukraine in numbers According to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, so far…

Front page summary The Observer – Terrified families flee Rafah as Israel set to open all-out assault Tens of thousands of Palestinians have fled Rafah ahead of an expected Israeli assault on the southern Gazan city, The Observer reports. The front page shows an image shows women and children fleeing the region on a tricycle loaded with belongings. Elsewhere, the paper speaks to senior Conservatives who tell the paper that Natalie Elphicke defected to Labour because she was never made a minister. An unnamed cabinet source claims the former Conservative MP had become bitter about being passed over for a…

Front page summary Sunday Express – Labour’s £225 council tax bombshell The Sunday Express leads with a new think tank report which suggests that Labour’s plan to improve trade union rights could add £225-a-year to the average council tax bill. The paper carries an exclusive about Angela Rayner’s reported plan to “strengthen the hand of unions within the first 100 days” of her party winning power. The paper cites a “report” as warning the proposal could “cost the average household an extra £225 a year in council tax”. Camilla is pictured on the front page. Sunday Express – Keir Starmer:…

Front page summary Sunday Mirror – Helen: My psychotic hell Helen Flanagan is the focus of the Sunday Mirror, with the former Coronation Street actress telling the paper about the aftermath of her split from “long-term love” Scott Sinclar – a Bristol Rovers footballer. The front page is dedicated to the story. Sunday Mirror – Special investigation: Despicable  By WTX NewsApril 28, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Have your say Newspaper Stand

Summary Crews are set to conduct a controlled demolition of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland, allowing the Dali container ship to be re-floated and guided back into the Port of Baltimore. The bridge collapsed after the ship lost power and crashed into a support column, killing six Latino immigrant workers. The demolition will use precision cuts to remove the steel structure safely, with the goal of reopening the port’s main channel by the end of May. The Dali crew, mostly from India and one from Sri Lanka, have been assisting investigators since the disaster, which is under…

Front page summary The Independent – More Tory MPs want to defect says Labour as panic grips party Wes Streeting has spoken to Conservative MPs who are contemplating a defection to the Labour Party because of the “division and incompetence” in Rishi Sunak’s government, he has told The Independent. But the shadow health secretary insisted that Labour will not take just any Tory MP. Referencing Mr Sunak’s predecessor’s short term in office, he noted: “If Liz Truss were to want to cross the floor, and I don’t imagine she would, I would rather take the lettuce.” The front page features…

Front page summary The Guardian – ‘Fear and Trepidation’ as 100,000 flee Rafah bombardment The Guardian leads its front page with the latest developments in Gaza, where 100,000 people have reportedly fled Rafah after an intensification of Israeli strikes. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows his country will “‘fight with our fingernails’ in defiance of US warnings not to proceed with a ground invasion in Rafah. The front page also leads on UK politics reporting Sir Keir Starmer has pledge to rip up the Rwanda scheme if Labour is elected to No 10 in the upcoming general election. The Guardian –…

Front page summary Metro – Five Babies Die As Coughing Bug Spikes The Metro says five babies in England have died after being diagnosed with whooping cough, also known as the ‘100-day cough’, so far this year. There were 2,793 confirmed cases of whooping cough cases in England between January and March, according to health officials. This is more than triple the amount recorded last year, with 858 cases. The front page also reports on the latest arts and entertainment news. Metro – Hear’s to you Opal By WTX NewsMay 9, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t…

Front page summary Daily Express – Who’ll win the tug of war over interest rates? “Who will win the tug of war over interest rates?” the Daily Express asks on its front page, as it reports that Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has urged the Bank of England not to cut rates until he is sure inflation is under control. The front page also features a picture of Prince William. Daily Express – Has there ever been a more shameless betrayal? By WTX NewsMay 9, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click…

Front page summary Daily Mirror – Five Babies Die: Whooping Cough Warning The Daily Mirror says five babies have died amid a surge in the number of cases of whooping cough. More than 2,700 cases of whooping cough – also known as pertussis – have been reported across England so far in 2024. That’s more than three times the amount recorded in the whole of last year. The worrying new figures released by the UK Heath Security Agency (UKHSA) show there were 2,793 cases reported to the end of March. This is compared with the 858 cases for the whole…

Front page summary The Sun – I’m Baby Reindeer Martha … but I’m no stalker The Sun says a woman who claims the character Martha from the Netflix hit Baby Reindeer is based on her has taken part in an interview with Piers Morgan in which she has denied being a stalker. Law graduate Fiona Harvey, 58 — said to have inspired the Netflix drama — accused Richard Gadd of being a “psychotic misogynist” whose hit series is “completely untrue”. The weekend heatwave also makes the front page. The Sun – Diana family backs Harry By WTX NewsMay 9, 2024…

While domestic travel thrives, international arrivals continue to lag behind. Foreigners entering China are currently at only 30% of the levels seen in 2019.

The UN and the Western powers are worried that a full-scale invasion could lead to mass civilian casualties and a humanitarian catastrophe.

US President Joe Biden has repeatedly warned Israel about the operation in Rafah. But Netanyahu has dismissed the American warning and said his country can fight on without their support. 

Pasco bread is a household staple in Japan, commonly found in supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide. “We deeply apologise for the inconvenience caused to our customers, business partners, and all concerned parties,” it said.

Hector Daher, one of the leading figures in the workers’ unions, described the 24-hour strike as a message to President Javier Milei. Daher urged Milei to reconsider some of the reductions in subsidies and social programs.

WhatsApp will no longer let you get away with ignoring people’s texts WhatsApp is rolling out a new update where users can see which one of their friends were recently on the app, a move it says will encourage people to chat more.  According to beta testing seen by WABetaInfo, the update will show a list of people who have recently been online. The aim is to help start new conversations by showing users other people in their contact list they have not yet messaged.  The update has been found in the pre-release versions of both the Android and the…

Front page summary The Independent – Another Tory MP defects as Sunak is ambushed at PMQs The Independent leads on the defection of Tory MP Natalie Elphicke to Labour. The front page reports that Sir Keir Starmer faces left-wing backlash over the defection. Rishi Sunak was rocked by more political drama ahead of the general election, it adds. The front page features an image of Elphicke sitting on the Labour benches at PMQs following the dramatic switching. The Independent – Rafah faces fire of hell as Israeli tanks close in By WTX NewsMay 8, 2024 The main stories Like this…

Front page summary The Guardian – Scientists despair amid forecast of at least 2.5C temperature rise An image of Sir Keir and Ms Elphicke features on the front of the Guardian, which also reports that the Labour leader is facing anger from within his party after welcoming Ms Elphicke. Meanwhile, the paper headlines on a survey it has carried out which found that hundreds of the world’s leading scientists expect global temperatures to rise to at least 2.5C (4.5F) above pre-industrial levels this century, with “catastrophic” consequences for humanity. The Guardian – Garrick Club members vote to lift 193-year ban…

Front page summary Metro – Hear’s to you Opal A girl born completely deaf can now hear after having world-leading gene therapy in an NHS trial, the Metro reports. An 18-month-old girl can hear for the first time thanks to a groundbreaking gene therapy for deafness. Opal underwent a gene therapy infusion in her right ear during surgery in September after her parents heard about CHORD gene therapy from an ear, nose throat (ENT) surgeon at their local hospital. Elsewhere, the front page reports on Eurovision. The Metro – King Charles too busy to see Harry: ‘Sorry son, I’m a…

Front page summary The Sun – Diana family backs Harry The Sun newspaper leads on Prince Harry’s return to the UK for a charity event. The prince was supported by Princess Diana’s family at the event. His father King Charles was attending another event in London at the same time. The front page asks if Daytime TV has died after viewing figures have dropped. The Sun – Who can blame the King? By WTX NewsMay 8, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Have your say…

Front page summary Daily Express – Has there ever been a more shameless betrayal? “Tory turncoat” Natalie Elphicke and Sir Keir Starmer “faced outrage from both sides of the House” over their “shameless political pact”, the Daily Express reports. The front page features an image of King Charles. Daily Express – ‘Myth migrants boost economy must be busted’  By WTX NewsMay 8, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Have your say Newspaper Stand

Front page summary Daily Mirror – No Royal Reunion: World’s Apart … Prince Harry and his father the King were two miles apart in London on Tuesday but did not meet, the Daily Mirror reports. The Mirror says the pair are “worlds apart”. The front page features an interview with Lorraine Kelly – who’s going to be a grandmother for the first time. Daily Mirror – EURO 2024: Extra time in the pub By WTX NewsMay 8, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Have your…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said there have been at least 44 cholera cases in Kenya’s Tana River county, as flooding raises the risk of the spread of water-borne diseases.