Kanye West suspended from Twitter for inciting violence Controversial rapper, Kanye West has been banned from Twitter again and has been accused of “inciting violence” over offensive tweets – just a month after his account was reinstated. West – who now goes by Ye – posted a series of erratic tweets, one of which appeared to show a symbol combining a swastika and a Jewish star. Twitter’s new boss Elon Musk tweeted that West had…
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Other Western officials have, however, warned that such a move would further escalate tensions and result in a “tremendous backlash”.
Zelensky aide reveals up to 13,000 Ukrainian war dead Mykhailo Podolyak, a senior official and adviser to President Zelensky, has said up to 13,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed since the start of Russia’s invasion. At present, neither Ukraine nor Russia tend to release figures for casualties and Mr Podolyak’s comments have not been confirmed by the Ukrainian military. In June he said between 100 and 200 Ukrainian soldiers were dying daily. Last month, US…
Tim Jeurninck and his partner Marco Scatena were ‘bullied for months on end’ at the London eatery.
Man jailed for 1982 murder after case became podcast-famous Chris Dawson, 74, has been jailed for 24 years for his wife’s murder, ending decades of speculation about Lynette Dawson’s 1982 disappearance. Dawson’s case became the subject of a popular crime podcast. A judge ruled the Australian man had killed his wife so he could continue his relationship with his teenage lover and babysitter. Mrs Dawson was just 33 when she vanished from her Sydney home,…
Florida woman sues Kraft mac and cheese over preparation time A Florida woman has sued the makers of Velveeta Shells and Cheese, claiming the food takes too long to make. The microwavable cup says its “ready in 3.5 minutes” but Amanda Ramirez says it takes longer. The $5m lawsuit claims the time advertised does not include how long it takes to prepare the meal – opening the lid and sauce pouch, before adding water and…
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SNP’s Ian Blackford to stand down as leader at Westminster The SNP’s Ian Blackford has announced he will stand down as leader of the SNP group at Westminster. He said he believed, after five years in the job, it was time for “fresh leadership.” Blackford said he would formally stand down at the group’s annual general meeting next week. In a statement, he confirmed he will continue his role as MP for Ross, Skye and…
The Independent – Home Office ignored warnings on diphtheria Summary of the front page The government failed to act on a warning that asylum seekers in reception centres should be vaccinated against diphtheria, weeks before a man held at the overrun Manston site died, The Independent reveals. A major refugee charity has called for an independent inquiry into the facility, as the home secretary was accused of “putting anti-asylum rhetoric above safety” while Labour slammed…
Metro – So where are you really from? Summary of the front page The Metro leads with the royal racism row, which involves remarks made by Prince William’s godmother. The paper says the royal aide – Lady Susan Hussey repeatedly asked Ms Fulani where she was ‘really’ from. The chief executive of Sistah Space, a charity which offers specialist support for women of African and Caribbean heritage, did not fully name the royal official, the…
The Guardian – 70% of England’s water firms are in foreign hands Summary of the front page The Guardian reports that 70% of England’s water firms are owned by foreign investment firms, private equity, pension funds and businesses lodged in tax havens. The article comes as the public and some politicians call for the water industry to be held to account for sewage dumping, leaks and water shortages, the paper says. The front page features…
Daily Express – Prince William condemns godmother in palace race row Summary of the front page Prince William’s godmother has resigned from her role as a royal aide after repeatedly asking a black British charity boss where she was “really” from – that’s on the front of the Daily Express. The Prince of Wales described Lady Hussey’s remarks as ‘unacceptable’, while the paper says the incident overshadowed the prince’s arrival in the US. The front…
The Sun – I am the one and only 3 Lions mascot Summary of the front page Pop star Chesney Hawkes says England has adopted him as their mascot at the World Cup – that’s on the front of The Sun. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
Daily Mirror – Prince William’s godmother quits in race row Summary of the front page The Queen’s confidante of 60 years “interrogated” a black woman over her heritage in what has become a palace racism row, the Daily Mirror reports. 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 front pages lead with the resignation of Lady Susan Hussey. The senior member of the Royal household made comments to a black charity boss asking her what part of Africa she was from amongst other offensive remarks. Hussey is Prince William’s godmother and chief lady-in-waiting to the late Queen. She has since apologised and resigned from her voluntary role. Royal race row The royal-loving Daily Mail…
China signals ease in Covid policy after mass protests Dozens of districts in China appear to have shifted their stance on Covid as restrictions are eased despite high daily case numbers. Dozens of districts in Shanghai and Guangzhou – two cities with rising cases, were released from lockdown measures on Thursday. The move comes after an unprecedented weekend of violence in China, as citizens took to the street to protest the country’s zero-Covid policy. The…
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Deadly landslide sweeps section of motorway in Brazil A deadly Brazilian landslide on a motorway has killed two people and left dozens missing. A torrent of mud fell on the BR-376 highway in the state of Parana, hitting at least 16 vehicles, authorities say. The search and rescue teams are having a difficult time due to the bad weather and remote location. It is understood that between 30 and 50 people could be missing, and…