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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s daughter Lili christened in US Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s youngest child – Lilibet has been christened in a small ceremony at their home in Montecito, California.  People magazine confirmed the news, a spokesperson for Harry and Meghan said: “I can confirm that Princess Lilibet Diana was christened on Friday, March 3 by the Archbishop of Los Angeles, the Rev John Taylor.” “I can confirm that Princess Lilibet Diana was…

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Sunak says asylum backlog has been reduced PM Sunak says asylum backlog has been reduced – Sunak says there are now 6,000 fewer people in the asylum case backlog and that the UK is hiring more caseworkers. “Our position is clear, if you arrive here illegally you will not be able to claim asylum,” the PM says. Starmer is hiding behind the process, he adds. The Tories are the party of fairness, he [Starmer] represents the…

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Metro – Olivia trial: Mum, I’m scared Summary of the front page The Metro reports on the first day of the trial of a man accused of murdering Oliva Pratt-Korbel. Jury members were told that the nine-year-old was fatally shot after running downstairs to tell her mother she was scared after hearing a commotion downstairs, the paper reports. Thomas Cashman, who stands accused of shooting dead schoolgirl Olivia, denies being the gunman. The front page…

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Daily Mirror – Olivia murder trial: Mum, I’m scared Summary of the front page The Daily Mirror reports on the first day of the Olivia Pratt-Korbel murder trial. It leads with jury members being told how the nine-year-old told her mother she was scared moments before she was fatally shot. The front page also reports on strikes called off and Prince Andrew’s role in the King’s coronation. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment…

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The Guardian – Tories extinguishing right to seek refugee protection in UK says UN Summary of the front page The United Nations High Commission for Refugees has accused the Conservatives of “extinguishing the right to seek refugee protection in the UK” with its new laws aiming to clamp down on Channel migrant crossings, the Guardian reports. The front page reports more snow is on the way for the UK and China’s warning to the US. …

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Financial Times – Powell signals return of larger Fed rate rises amid battle to cool inflation Summary of the front page The head of the US Federal Reserve, Jay Powell, has warned that the country’s central banking system could return to higher interest rates in a bid to tackle inflation, the Financial Times reports. The paper says the comments led to 1% falls on both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq share indexes and traders…

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The i – Carry on sewage pumping: water firms are told to self-police their pollution Summary of the front page The Environment Agency is now relying on water firms to report their own polluting spills, according to the i. The paper says the watchdog has admitted it “no longer has a target for inspecting sewage” and that prosecutions of polluters have fallen from 768 a year to just 17. The front page also reports on…

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Daily Express – Rishi lays down law: We decide who comes here Summary of the front page Rishi Sunak has spoken to the Daily Express about the government’s plans to clampdown on Channel migrant crossings, telling the paper: “It’s this country and your government who decides who comes here, not criminal gangs.” The front page also reports on the first day of the Oliva Pratt-Korbel murder trial. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a…

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Celebrity weight loss drug semaglutide approved for NHS use The NHS in England has approved the use of a weight loss jab that has gained popularity in the US. The drug, semaglutide, will be marketed as Wegovy and has been deemed safe, effective, and affordable by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). The drug is administered through a weekly injection and helps people feel fuller which leads to the individual eating less. …

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Republicans slam Tucker Carlson over Capitol attack clips Fox News has faced criticism from Senate Republicans and Capitol police over one of its hosts, Tucker Carlson, who aired previously unseen clips of the riot at Congress two years ago, downplaying the violent disorder. Carlson argued that the footage “does not show an insurrection or a riot in progress,” but rather “mostly peaceful chaos.” Some Republicans accused Carlson of mischaracterising the attack on Congress. The Fox…

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Today’s news summary – Paper Talk The main focus of Wednesday’s newspapers is the government’s plans to ban asylum claims from those who arrive in the country illegally, in an effort to reduce Channel crossings. Channel migrant ban The i reports a “showdown” over the issue, while the Times states that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is prepared to battle judges through any legal challenges. The Sun’s editorial says that this is the only viable plan…

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Most affordable European city break destinations The most affordable European city break destinations for two have been revealed. Looking for a romantic escape that won’t break the bank? Look no further than Podgorica, the capital city of Montenegro, which has been named the cheapest European destination for a two-day break for two people, with an average cost of just £222. This includes return flights for two, two nights of accommodation, a three-course meal for two…

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Express Sport – ‘Kop a load of that’ The Express also leads with Erik ten Hag’s “furious” response to his Manchester United players’ capitulation at Liverpool, and features a story on Arsenal facing a Football Association charge over their celebrations following Reiss Nelson’s stoppage-time winner at home to Bournemouth on Saturday. The back page reports on Arsenal facing a new FA probe and Brentford’s win over Fulham.

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The Independent – Arise, Sir Dad? Summary of the front page The Independent reports on a backlash by senior Conservatives to claims that Boris Johnson has nominated his father, Stanley Johnson, for a knighthood in his resignation honours. The front page features a large image of Boris Johnson and his dad, the front splash also reports on Sarah Everard’s killer, as one of his victims says Everard’s life could have been saved if cops had acted…

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Guardian reports that there were more than 1,000 “super-emitter” sites that leaked methane gas into the global atmosphere last year. Some of the leaks from the sites – mostly oil and gas facilities – were deliberate, while some were accidental, the paper reports. The front page pictures the three young people in Wales who were killed in a car accident. The paper says there is anger over it taking the police 46 hours to find…

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Metro – Family’s double tragedy Summary of the front page The Metro reports on the death of three people following a crash in Wales. The family of one of the victims, 21-year-old Eve Smith, suffered another tragedy eight years ago when 19-year-old Xana Doyle was killed in a crash involving a drink and drug driver, the paper reports. The front page also leaves space for news Boris Johnson nominated his dad for a knighthood. Today’s…

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Daily Mirror – Sunak must stop this farce – No Honour Summary of the front page The story of Boris Johnson’s resignation honours also features on the front page of the Daily Mirror, which carries a quote from an unnamed MP accusing the former Prime Minister of “making a mockery” of the honours system. The front page leaves room for pictures of the three killed in the Wales car crash as well as David Attenborough’s new…

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Daily Express – Suella: Back law to stop boats … or betray Britain Summary of the front page Suella Braverman has urged people to back the government’s proposals to clamp down on Channel migrant crossings saying “we owe it to the British people” to deliver, the Daily Express reports. Sir David Attenborough’s new TV show, and a parent of one of the survivors of the Wales car crash speaks to the paper – also features…

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