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France eases travel restrictions for UK travellers. The previously imposed strict COVID rules for arrivals from the United Kingdom have been relaxed from today. France has today eased strict COVID travel restrictions for arrivals from the United Kingdom. It means vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to self-isolate upon arrival as France eases travel for UK residents. Follow WTX News EU for the latest news from the travel ban in France. TRAVEL NEWS –…

A well-known musicians wrongful arrest – returned to his home country of Kyrgyzstan on Monday after authorities in neighbouring Kazakhstan wrongly accused him of taking part in last week’s anti-government protests that roiled the ex-Soviet nation. But for jazz pianist Vikram Ruzakhunov’s colleagues and activists, his release only highlights the plight of dozens of lesser-known Kyrgyz nationals detained in Kazakhstan as the country’s leadership attempts to pin the blame for the unrest on outside actors.…

The Guardian says The House select committee investigating the Capitol attack formally asked the Republican House minority leader.

The Independent says Virginia Giuffre is not interested in a “purely financial settlement” in her lawsuit against Prince Andrew, her lawyer has said.

The Metro says Ethan Crumbley, the 15-year-old suspected of opening gunfire at Oxford High School, pleaded not guilty to killing four of his classmates.

The Guardian says France faces one of its biggest education strikes in decades on Thursday.

The Metro says A devastating house fire that killed 12 people – including nine children – was started when a Christmas tree was ignited by a lighter

The Guardian says Ronnie Spector, the singer who defined the sound of mid-century girl groups as the frontwoman of the Ronettes, has died aged 78.

Thursday’s front pages heavily cover the prime minister’s apology for attending a Downing Street garden party during lockdown.

BBC News says Boris Johnson is facing calls from senior Tories to stand down as prime minister after he admitted attending a drinks party during lockdown.

The Guardian says An inquiry into Downing Street parties that could determine the fate of Boris Johnson’s premiership should be given greater independence from No 10.

The Metro says Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are engaged, with the actress sharing an emotional video of her fiance popping the question.

France24 says France’s Senate voted early Thursday morning to pass an amended version of a bill that would transform the country’s health pass into a stricter “vaccine pass”.

The Independent says India has again reported a sharp rise in Covid-19 deaths amid an emerging third wave in the country and the global spread of Omicron.

TRT World says the US has criticised China’s decision to cancel a growing number of flights from the US to China over Covid and has warned of action.

Breaking News – Prince Andrew hearing to go to Trial. HRH Prince Andrew will have to answer accusations that he sexually abused Virginia Roberts Giuffre aged 17 after a judge denied his attempt to have the lawsuit dismissed. Prince Andrew, 61, has strongly denied the allegations, and claims Ms Giuffre is seeking a “payday at his expense”. Follow WTX News on Twitter for the latest football news – Get involved if you fancy a chance…

The Guardian says Longtime Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre’s sexual abuse lawsuit against him can move forward.

The Independent says A suspect has been arrested in connection with the murders of three members of a British family and French cyclist in a gun attack ten years ago.

The Metro says A nurse has been arrested in Italy, accused of offering fake vaccinations to help people defraud the country’s health pass system.

The Guardian says The government’s operation of a “VIP lane” for suppliers of personal protective equipment during the coronavirus pandemic was illegal.

The Independent says Expectations are building that France may imminently announce it is lifting the blanket ban on British travellers.

The Metro says Prime Minister Boris Johnson has failed to win over the nation with his apology for attending a party during the lockdown.

Expectations are building that France may imminently announce it is lifting the blanket ban on British travellers.

Boris Johnson has admitted he attended a drinks party at No 10 during the first lockdown, saying he was there for 25 minutes.

Arsenal loan striker Balogun to Championship side. The England Under-21 striker Folarin Balogun is loaned to Middlesbrough until the end of the season. Balogun to Middlesbrough The 20-year-old, who joined the Gunners academy in 2012, has scored two goals in 10 first-team games for Arsenal. He made his debut against Dundalk in the Europa League in October 2020, and his first goal came against Molde in the same competition that December. Follow WTX News on Twitter…