Jemma Mitchell: Killer who decapitated friend must serve 34 years Jemma Mitchell has been sentenced to serve at least 34 years for the murder and decapitation of her friend. Mitchell was found guilty of murdering 67-year-old Mee Kuen Chong at her London home in June 2021. She put the body in a suitcase before dumping her. Aggravating factors included that the killing was carried out for gain, and the manner in which she treated Ms…
The Independent – Mental Health patients reveal ‘systemic abuse’ Summary of the front page Children say they were “treated like animals” and left traumatised as part of a decade of “systemic abuse” by a group of mental health hospitals, an investigation by The Independent and Sky News has found. The front page features an image of the prime minister along with the headline: “Sunak to skip Cop27 climate summit.” Today’s top stories Like this article?…
The Guardian – No way back Summary of the front page The Guardian says as Shell reports a round of bumper profits, the UN says there is now “no credible way” to keep to a target of limiting global warming to 1.5C. The front page features a striking image of firefighters tackling wildfires. The paper also reports that home secretary Suella Braverman is facing fresh questions about alleged “security breaches”. Sources told the paper Ms…
Daily Express – Join crusade to save pension triple lock Summary of the front page The Express is launching a campaign to save the pensions triple-lock amid concerns it may be altered. Currently, it means the state pension must rise by whichever of the following is highest: average earnings, inflation, or 2.5%. With inflation so high, the next increase is set to be particularly costly for the government. The front page reports on poppy day, Prince…
Daily Mirror – Ghislaine Maxwell … enjoying a jog in the sun Summary of the front page Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, who was jailed for sex trafficking girls, is pictured in the Mirror going for a prison jog. The front page also leaves space to discuss Prince Harry’s memoir – which was revealed yesterday to have the title SPARE and will be released in January. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a…
The Sun – Prince William not going to Qatar Summary of the front page The Sun says Prince William won’t go to the World Cup amid controversy over Qatar’s human rights record, such as its approach to gay people and the treatment of migrant workers who helped build the stadiums. The paper says sources close to the future king have claimed his schedule is too full. The front page also reveals the lineup for this…
Metro – Royals in De-Spare Summary of the front page The Royal Family is bracing for its “saddest family secrets” to be revealed in Prince Harry’s upcoming book, says Metro. The front page also leaves room for another Harry – pop megastar Harry Styles, who released his latest music video for the hit single “Music For a Sushi Restaurant.” Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next
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The move applies until March 2023, but could be further extended. The move applies until March 2023, but could be further extended.
Motorists urged to ‘not panic’ when they see emergency services on the road Motorists urged to ‘not panic’ when they see emergency services on the road
Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver. Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver.
Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver. Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver.
Elon Musk confirms he has bought Twitter The Metro says Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has confirmed his on-again, off-again deal to buy Twitter has gone through. The billionaire boss of SpaceX and Tesla has been visiting Twitter this week ahead of the deadline for the $44 billion (£39 billion) deal to close tomorrow. The CEO then sent a tweet to advertisers this morning, confirming the buyout. ‘Dear Twitter Advertisers, I wanted to reach…
Elon Musk news – live: Twitter is ‘freed’ after takeover, billionaire claims The Independent says The Elon Musk era at Twitter seems to have officially begun. Top executives including CEO Parag Agrawal, CFO Ned Segal, and legal chief Vijaya Gadde have all reportedly been fired. Mr Musk tweeted that “the bird is freed”. This after the billionaire bizarrely arrived on Wednesday at Twitter’s San Francisco headquarters carrying a kitchen sink ahead of closing his $44bn…
Elon Musk reportedly plans to become Twitter’s interim chief executive after buying platform The Guardian says Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, wants to lead Twitter as chief executive, at least in the interim, Bloomberg is reporting. Elon Musk plans to assume the role of chief executive at the social media group after completing his $44bn acquisition, on top of leading the electric carmaker Tesla and the spacecraft manufacturer SpaceX. Musk intends to replace Parag…
Rough gas storage facility in North Sea operational again as energy suppliers try to meet demand The UK’s biggest gas storage site has been brought back online in time for what could be one of the tightest winters for years for energy suppliers trying to meet demand. Centrica said it had brought the Rough gas storage facility in the North Sea back to 20% of its previous capacity. Even at only one-fifth capacity, it will…
The pair have 439 previous convictions between them. The pair have 439 previous convictions between them.
Thérèse Coffey blames parties for failure to form executive, but DUP says Westminster protocol delay at fault • UK politics live – latest news updates A Northern Ireland assembly election will “definitely happen” after a deadline to restore devolved government at Stormont was missed, a cabinet minister has said. The environment secretary, Thérèse Coffey said “clearly” there was not “sufficient agreement” between Stormont parties to avoid a fresh election. Continue reading… Thérèse Coffey blames parties…
Bank says there has been some slowdown in customers trying to get new mortgages in recent weeks Pre-tax profits at NatWest Group remained flat between July and September at £1.1bn, amid a worsening economic outlook and a cost of living squeeze on its customers, as the bank predicted UK house prices would fall by 7% next year. Its profits, boosted by higher interest rates increasing its margin between what it charged for loans and paid…
Environment secretary defends Rishi Sunak’s decision not to go to conference in Sharm el-Sheikh • UK politics live – latest news updates King Charles is free to decide whether or not he should attend the Cop27 climate summit, the new environment secretary, Thérèse Coffey, has said as she defended the decision of the prime minister, Rishi Sunak, not to go. Sunak, the third British prime minister in seven weeks, has come under scrutiny from opposition…
Disgraced socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been spotted pounding the pavement at the US prison where she will likely spend the next 20 years. Disgraced socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been spotted pounding the pavement at the US prison where she will likely spend the next 20 years.
Six decades ago a politically struggling John F. Kennedy had an era-defining decision to make, one that would alter the history of the world. Six decades ago a politically struggling John F. Kennedy had an era-defining decision to make, one that would alter the history of the world.
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Friday’s front pages feature a variety of stories – including the latest from UK politics, royal news and the upcoming world cup. Tax increases and spending cuts The FT leads with the government’s consideration of £50bn worth of tax increases and spending cuts “to fill a gaping hole in the public finances.” The paper says ministers hope the measures won’t have to be implemented in full. Sources describe the…
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A royal commentator has said the Duke of Sussex will “publish or perish”. A royal commentator has said the Duke of Sussex will “publish or perish”.
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