The Princess held a five-year-old girl on her lap and the kid gave her a drawing that read ‘Kate, I love you’. The Princess held a five-year-old girl on her lap and the kid gave her a drawing that read ‘Kate, I love you’.
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Students at the University of Stirling voted for the move to address climate and ecological emergencies. Students at the University of Stirling voted for the move to address climate and ecological emergencies.
Jeremy Hunt unveils Autumn statement – ‘tax the rich’ The Chancellor announces the Autumn Statement today – as the wealthy are expected to be taxed heavily in order to plug the multi-billion pound hole. Jeremy Hunt is set to unveil the “biggest package of tax rises and spending cuts for more than a decade.”
LIVE: Rishi Sunak gives statement to the House of Commons after G20 Summit Prime Minister Rishi Sunak addresses the House of Commons to update MPs and the public on the events of the G20 summit and the shocking accidental missile attack on Poland. The Chancellor is set to announce the Autumn Statement later today – as the wealthy are expected to be taxed heavily in order to plug the multi-billion pound hole. Jeremy Hunt is set to unveil the “biggest package of tax rises and spending cuts for more than a decade.”
The Independent – Bank hits out at ministers over damaged economy Summary of the front page The Independent leads with the Bank of England’s criticism of the mini-budget and the poor economic growth since Covid – just ahead of Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement. The Bank’s governor said Britain’s damaged reputation had worsened the crisis and highlighted the difference between its post-pandemic recovery and those of the US and Eurozone. The front page features an image of former US president Donald Trump – who announced his plans to run for the presidency again in 2024. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave…
This visit follows another one that Kate made alongside Prince William in March at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in London. This visit follows another one that Kate made alongside Prince William in March at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in London.
The Guardian – Millions face rise in energy bills as Hunt lifts price cap Summary of the front page Millions will pay more for their household energy from next April under plans to scrap the gas and electricity support scheme, reports the Guardian. The paper expects the chancellor to use the Autumn Statement to say that given the need to save money and reduce state borrowing, the household energy price cap will rise “from £2,500 to an expected £3,000-£3,100”. Bills are currently set to rise sharply in five months’ time when the government’s energy price guarantee ends. The front page…
Daily Express – Hunt’s fair and honest plan to fix future Summary of the front page The country should expect a “fair and honest” Budget, says the Express, which describes the Chancellor’s statement as “D-Day” for the UK. The front page features an image of the chancellor, along with separate stories on MI5 and Black Friday events. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
Daily Mirror – Spies foil Iran plots to murder Brits Summary of the front page Security services uncovered at least ten plots by Iranian intelligence agencies to kidnap or kill Britons on UK soil, reveals the Mirror. The front page also features a World Cup sweepstake and a story on Matt Hancock’s partner flying to Australia – whilst the former health secretary continues his stint in the jungle. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
2022 World cup opening game Qatar v EcuadorGROUP A Qatar 16:00 GMT Ecuador Al Bayt Stadium Where to watch Qatar v Ecuador The first game of the 2022 World cup between Qatar v Ecuador will be televised live on BBC 1 and BBC Iplayer. Qatar v Ecuador – FIFA World Cup 2022 Gary Lineker introduces live coverage of the opening game of this year’s Fifa World Cup, with hosts Qatar taking on Ecuador in the first of 64 matches over the next month. The commentary is by Steve Bower and Dion Dublin.
The Sun – Toney charged over 232 bets Summary of the front page The FA investigation into alleged sports betting rule-breaking by Brentford striker Ivan Toney, leads the Sun. The paper says the premier league footballer was charged by the Football Association with 232 alleged breaches of betting rules. The front page also reports on the TV show I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here! Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Most of Thursday’s papers lead on the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement which will be announced today. Several papers use an image of PM Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden sitting at a table surrounded by other world leaders as news of a missile hitting Poland reached. The leaders, who were at the G20 summit, were discussing the missile amid fears of a major escalation in the war. Chancellor’s Autumn Statement – ‘target the wealthy’ The Times says the mini-budget will “target the wealthy” with the “biggest package of tax rises and spending cuts for…
Billionaire launches $25bn fund for Ukraine reconstruction Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest has launched an investment fund that is hoped will be worth at least $25bn to help rebuild war-torn Ukraine. Mr Forrest and his wife have committed $500m to the fund, which its organisers say could eventually grow to $100bn. The Ukraine Green Growth Initiative plans to invest in primary infrastructures such as energy and telecoms networks. President Zelensky has welcomed the move. “We will take advantage of the fact that what the Russians have destroyed can readily be replaced with the latest, most modern green and digital infrastructure,” Mr…
Ukraine war: Kyiv not to blame for Poland missile – Zelensky Ukraine’s president Zelensky has said he had “no doubts” that his country was not to blame for the missile strike that killed two people in Poland on Tuesday. He said he had received assurances from his top commanders that “it wasn’t our missile” and has called for Ukrainian officials to be allowed to access the blast site and to be part of the investigation. Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg said Kyiv’s air defence missiles were “most likely” to blame. US President Joe Biden has also doubted Mr Zelensky’s statement that…
Xi accuses Trudeau of leaks to media about China-Canada relations China’s Xi Jinping has been filmed by journalists accusing Canada’s prime minister Justin Trudeau of leaking meeting details. Via a translator, President Xi told Trudeau that it was inappropriate and accused him of lacking “sincerity.” It’s believed he was referring to reports that Mr Trudeau discussed alleged Chinese espionage and interference in Canadian elections. In the footage, the two leaders were seen standing close to each other and conversing via a translator. The pair were attending the G20 summit in Bali along with other world leaders. “Everything we discussed has…
US midterms 2022: Republicans narrowly win the House The Republican party has secured the 218 seats needed for the majority in the House of Representatives – a week after the midterm elections, CBS News projects. The GOP was expected to win back the lower chamber of Congress, but it was expected they would win with a much bigger margin. The party’s margin in the House may be razor-thin but it’s still enough to stall President Joe Biden’s agenda for the next two years. Whilst the Republicans have taken back control of the House, the Democrats will keep control of the…
The former President’s bid for the White House Putin ‘would not have invaded Ukraine if Trump was President, ex-POTUS’ advisor says GB News host Dan Wootton was speaking to former senior advisor to Donald Trump and entrepreneur Amy Anzel about the former President’s bid for the White House in 2024. If Trump was President Vladimir Putin “would not” have invaded Ukraine if Donald Trump was still US President, according to a GB News guest. Jason Miller, a former senior advisor to the ex-President told Dan Wootton that Ukrainians should welcome a potential second Trump term in the White House.…
World Cup 2022: What happens on opening day – a guide to Day 1 Intro The World Cup 2022 is just around the corner, and as the teams start flying into Qatar, we’re looking ahead at how day 1 is looking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnqtMxWee5g Analysis World Cup 2022: What happens on opening day – a guide to Day 1 The World Cup 2022 is just around the corner, and as the teams start flying into Qatar, we’re looking ahead at how day 1 may play out. Here’s what you need to know about the opening day of football’s biggest tournament. When does…
England has the most valuable World Cup squad at €1.26 billion Facts England has the most valuable World Cup squad at €1.26 billion Brazil and France are the other two nations who break the €1 billion markJude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka and Harry Kane are the most expensive in the England squadEngland take on Iran, USA and Wales in the Group stagesBrazil are still tipped to win the tournament Previous Next Analysis England has the most valuable World Cup squad at €1.26 billion England’s World Cup squad is worth a staggering €1.26 billion – the highest of any other team in…
PMQs – ‘I rebut and refute any bullying claims made’ says Dominic Raab ‘It’s anti-buylling week, will he apologise’ – Rayner Rayner now mentions the formal complaints that have been made against Dominic Raab. ‘In anti-bullying week, will he apologise?, she asks. Raab responds by saying he’s “confident that I behaved professionally throughout” his time as minister. Rayner responds by saying Raab had to demand an investigation into himself because the PM is “too weak to get a grip.” “The deputy prime minister knows his behaviour was unacceptable, so what’s he still doing here?” she asks. Raab responds by saying:…
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PMQs Live – Dominic Raab stands in for PM as inflation soars This week’s PMQs will be dominated by the economy as inflation has risen to 11.1%. Dominic Raab will be standing in for the prime minister who is attending the G20 summit in Bali. How to watch PMQs today PMQs will start at its usual time of midday in the House of Commons. You can watch online here What should we expect from PMQs? Labour’s Angela Rayner is likely to question Dominic Raab over the economy, with Thursday’s Autumn statement looming, amid rising inflation and a cost of living…
The Independent – Russia accused of missile strike on Nato country Summary of the front page The Independent’s front page reports Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian missiles hit Nato member Poland on Tuesday in what he called a “significant escalation” of the conflict as dozens more caused destruction and power outages across Ukraine. US and other western officials were investigating explosions at a grain store in Przewodow, Lublin, in which two people were killed. Polish prime minister Mateusz Morawiecki called an urgent meeting of the country’s security and defence councils. The front page features a large picture of the toddler who died…
The Guardian – Russian barrage strikes Ukraine amid claims missiles hit Poland Summary of the front page The Guardian reports on global fears after the missiles landed in Poland. The heartbreaking story of the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak who died after being exposed to mould in his Rochdale flat. The coroner called it a “defining moment” for the UK’s housing sector. The front page features a picture of the youngster. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
Metro – Russian missiles hit Poland Summary of the front page The stark news that suspected Russian missiles have killed two people in NATO member Poland fills the Metro’s front page. “Putin’s war escalates,” it says. The paper notes that Polish authorities are due to hold an urgent security meeting to discuss the possible Russian attack on a Nato member. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next