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BBC announces review of editorial practice after Diana report  The BBC Board will review its corporation’s editorial and whistleblowing policies, the board announced. The announcement following the damning report from Lord Dyson into the 1995 Martin Bashir interview with Princess Diana.  It said it accepted the report, which found the BBC covered up “deceitful behaviour” used by journalist Martin Bashir to secure the infamous interview. The board reiterated its apology. BBC Board reviews editorial and whistleblowing policies The news comes after the damning Diana report  ITV and BBC urged to look into other Martin Bashir celebrity interviews  Bashir falsified documents…

The Times leads with the Culture Secretary’s calls for changes at the BBC following the Martin Bashir scandal. The paper also reports on calls for the BBC and ITV to look deeper into Martin Bashir’s big celebrity interviews after Lord Dyson ruled Martin Bashir had decided Princess Diana for the 1995 infamous interview. The paper also covers the Ryanair hijacking news and the results from the polls suggesting parents are opposed to extending the school hours. Other headlines include Princess Latifa ‘free’ as lawyers target Dubai Sheikh and an update on BLM Sasha Robinson shooting.  Culture secretary calls for changes…

The Sun leads with the news PM Boris Johnson is set to marry fiancee Carrie Symonds in July 2022. The paper says the PM and Symonds have already sent out save-the-date cards to family and friends. Sharing the front splash is the news Jamie Redknapp is to be a dad again at 47, after the paper reports his girlfriend is three months pregnant. Like many of the front pages, the news of Britain’s ‘brilliant’ vaccine rollout features on the front page – as Britain hits 60m jabs and lockdown easing is back on track. Boris to marry Carrie  Away from…

The Metro leads with the big news the UK has vaccinated a third of the population with both shots. The paper says it means Britain is back on track. The front page also covers the Eurovision scandal and the Belarus hijacking of the Ryanair plane. Online, the Metro covers Tommy Robinson being blasted by a prominent Jewish group after he attended a pro-Israel protest. And news on half-term holidays to Spain and how to avoid a fine. Third immunity – UK vaccinate third of population, rules easing on track The Metro’s lead story reports on the UK reaching the milestone…

I News leads with positive news, following the reports the final stage in the roadmap for easing restrictions is on track and ‘looking good’.  Online, the I reports on the lead singer from the Eurovision winning band being asked to take a drug test after it appeared he was caught on camera snorting cocaine. In other news, the I reports SNP MSP Ruth Maguire will step back from duties with immediate effect after being diagnosed with stage three cervical cancer.  June 21 Covid-19 freedom ‘looking good’  The i newspaper leads with some positive news. The paper reports the final…

The Daily Mail leads with the news some patients are facing delayed treatment, there’s a new Panorama fakery storm on the horizon and the British boy’s big payday! The Mail Online leads with the news Boris Johnson and fiancee Carrie are set to wed in 2022 and the shooting of the London BLM activist Sasha Johnson. Dentist appointments available in 3 years  The Daily Mail’s front splash leads with the story that dental patients are facing delayed treatment with some people forced to wait until 2024 for NHS appointments. Watchdogs say many people are turning to private care and some…

The Daily Telegraph leads with expert warnings that Britain could face a cancer crisis due to missed checks because of the pandemic.  The paper looks ahead at the easing of restrictions, suggesting Britain is still on track and the PM is expected to give an update in the coming days.  Dominic Cummings’ criticism of the government’s handling of the pandemic features on the front page, Cummings calling covid plan ‘utter chaos’.  MPs are set to summon BBC bosses in light of Lord Dyson’s inquiry into the Martin Bashir Princess Diana interview.  Cancer crisis  The Daily Telegraph leads with expert warnings…

George Floyd: Family holds rally on one-year anniversary  George Floyd’s family and others who lost loved ones to police brutality joined activists in Minneapolis for a march to mark the one-year anniversary of Floyd’s death. The Minneapolis march was one of several events planned across the US.  Hundreds gathered for the rally in front of the Minneapolis courthouse where the trial of former officer Derek Chauvin took place. Many in attendance held up pictures of George Floyd, Philando Castile and other Black men who died while in police custody.  “It has been a long year. It has been a painful…

More than 25,000 people displaced after DRC volcano eruption Officials have said at least 15 people have died and more than 500 homes have been destroyed after lava poured into villages after dark in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo with little warning.  The eruption of Mount Nyiragongo sent about 5,000 people fleeing to the border from the city of Goma across the nearby border into Rwanda, while another 25,000 others looked for refuge to the northwest in Sake, the UN children’s agency said on Sunday.  Fire and fumes rose from the molten rock as it swallowed up houses, flowing…

Japan: Osaka buckles under fourth COVID-19 wave In Osaka – Japan’s second-largest city- hospitals are crumbling under the fourth wave of coronavirus cases, hospitals are running out of beds and ventilators as exhausted medical teams warn of a “system collapse”. Doctors have urged Japan not to go ahead with the Olympics this summer.  The speed at which Osaka’s healthcare system has been overwhelmed highlights the challenges of holding a global sports event in two months’ time. Adding to the challenges is the fact that only about half of Japan’s medical staff have been completely vaccinated.  “Simply put, this is a…

Houthis news: The Houthis reject US sanctions The Houthis have threatened more drone and missile strikes on “unexpected” locations in the Arab coalition countries in response to the latest US sanctions on the Houthis leaders.  The president of the Houthi supreme revolutionary committee said his movement would escalate attacks on “aggressor countries” if America continued sanctioning political and military leaders. “Sanctions do not scare the mujahideen,” he tweeted. Just last week, the US imposed sanctions on two Houthi military leaders who are commanding the current offensive on the city of Marib despite international calls from the UN, the US and…

UK Black Lives Matter activist Sasha Johnson shot in the head in south London  London’s Black Lives Matter activist Sasha Johnson is in critical condition after being shot in the head in an incident in South London, her affiliated group, Taking the Initiative party, said on social media.  In a statement, the party said the incident happened in the early hours of Sunday, following “numerous death threats.” It is believed the shooting happened at a house party and police have said that whilst the investigation is at an early stage, there is nothing to suggest it was a targeted attack…

Ryanair Belarus: The West condemns ‘hijacking’ of Ryanair plane, Belarusian activist arrested Western countries are expressing outrage after a Ryanair plane carrying a Belarusian activist was forced to divert. EU leaders are due to discuss their response to the internal EU flight diversion after the EU’s executive called it a “hijacking” and the US called the events “a shocking act.”  The plane was bound for Lithuania but was forced by Belarus to land in Minsk – claiming there had been a bomb threat to the aircraft.  Belarusian authorities scrambled a fighter jet and diverted the plane to the country’s capital,…

Italy cable car disaster: 14 dead in Italy cable car tragedy At least 14 people have died after a cable car in northern Italy plunged to the ground.  Among the reported dead, five are reported to be Israelis. One child was seriously injured and is expected to be the only survivor.  The tragedy occurred when a cable car linking Italy’s Lake Maggiore with a nearby mountain fell to the ground, officials said.  https://twitter.com/tim_cattlin/status/1396561249555652609 The cable car was heading up the mountain when it fell some 20 metres to the ground and then rolled several times down the steep slopes before…

Italian Tragedy – Nine people are reported to have been killed after a cable car collapsed near Lake Maggiore (or Varbano as it is known in Italian ) in northern Italy.

The cable car broke and according to initial reports, it had 11 people on board, according to Italian media reports.

The papers are dominated by news Britain’s vaccines are “highly effective” against the variant first identified in India. Also featured is royal news – including the Queen’s return to royal duties.

The Sun on Sunday says if everyone gets their jabs there should be no need for any wobbling over the lifting of restrictions next month.

England covid cases 21st May 2021 Number of people with at least one positive COVID-19 test result New Cases 756 on 21-05-2021 England Total Cases 3,894,329 Rate per 100,000 – 6,918.7 Daily deaths with COVID-19 on the death certificate by date of death 07-05-2021 Total Deaths attributed to Covid 131,799 Deaths by Covid 8 Data based on official UK Government Covid briefings  ……………………………… Daily Telegraph says holiday guidance is causing chaos

Nigel Slater’s recipe for herbed potato salad, grilled prawns Here is Nigel Slater’s recipe:  The recipe Wipe 1 kg of new potatoes and cook them for approximately 15 minutes in boiling, salted water until they are tender. Drain the potatoes in a colander and set aside. Finely chop 3 thin spring onions, discarding the dark green tips. Finely chop 3 tbsp of coriander leaves, and 8 leaves of Thai basil. Put 5 heaped tbsp of good-quality mayonnaise into a mixing bowl and stir in the chopped onions, coriander and basil. Add 3 tsp of Thai green curry paste. Slice the…

BREAKING NEWS: Trump sued for $22m for ‘Wuhan virus’ comments Former US President Donald Trump is being sued by a Chinese American civil rights group over his use of terms such as “China virus”, “Wuhan virus”, “Wuhan flu” and “Kung Flu” to describe the coronavirus pandemic.  The civil rights group says the former president fueled anti-Asian hate crimes, according to a TMZ report.  ……………… FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND SHARE WTX NEWS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY: Facebook – Please like our page Twitter – Twitter updates available in English and Arabic. Please follow us and we would love…

Prince Harry turned to ‘drink and drugs’ as an adult over Diana’s death Prince Harry has accused the Royal Family of “total neglect” in a new docu-series about mental health – The Me You Can’t See.  Speaking to Oprah, Prince Harry said he turned to drink and drugs as an adult to cope with the death of his mother, Princess Diana.  Harry said he and Meghan were “followed, photographed, chased and harassed” within days of their relationship becoming public. He said they received little support as they were attacked on social media and in some newspapers.  “I felt completely helpless.…

The Guardian front page features a picture from the Princess Diana interview with  Martin Bashir. The front page also features the news of the Israel-Gaza ceasefire after 11 days.  ‘Deceitful and damaging’  The paper reports  ‘furious’ Prince William’s comments on the inquiry into how Martin Bashir secured an interview with his late mother, Princess Diana will only “deepen the crisis” at the BBC.  Israel approves ceasefire in Gaza bombardment  The paper says Israel’s cabinet has approved the ceasefire to stop the 11-day ‘bombardment of Gaza.’ The paper says the ceasefire came about after days of international pressure.  UK civil servants…

The Daily Mirror’s front page features a picture of Princess Diana with her young sons William and Harry and leads with William’s statement.  BBC lies destroyed our mum Diana  The Daily Mirror says Princes William and Harry “savaged” the BBC over its interview with their mother. The front page carries a picture of William and Harry as young children, cuddling their mother, the paper calls it “happy times.”  The BBC and Martin Bashir have apologised. Bashir said he remained “immensely proud” of the interview and that the faked bank statements had no bearing on Diana’s choice to take part in…

The Daily Mail leads heavily with royal family news, including William and Harry’s reaction to the BBC inquiry. As well as Prince Harry’s recent interviews to promote his new docu-series on mental health. William: BBC lies ruined my mother’s life  The Daily Mail’s front page is dedicated entirely to Prince William’s response to the publications of Lord Dyson’s report into Martin Bashir’s interview with Diana. The paper says her sons Princes William and Harry launched a “blistering attack” on the BBC, with Harry blaming the “ripple effect of the culture of exploitation and unethical practices” for “ultimately” taking her life.…

The Times, like most of Friday’s front pages, leads with Princess Diana and Martin Bashir interview findings.  “The BBC’s lies fuelled my mother’s paranoia”   The paper says an independent inquiry, led by Lord Dyson, found the BBC had fallen short of its “high standards of integrity and transparency” and that Martin Bashir had acted in a “deceitful” way and faked documents to obtain the 1995 interview. Diana’s eldest son Prince William is pictured on the paper’s front page during a broadcast of his response to the inquiry’s findings, in which the papers says he condemned the corporation for its “lies”…