Italy cable car: 3 arrested, investigators say brakes tampered with Three people – identified as the owner, director and chief of operators of the company that managed the cable car – have been arrested in Italy over the cable car disaster on Sunday. The cable car disaster saw the cable car plunge 20ft into the side of the Mottarone mountain – 14 people were killed including two children. There is one survivor, a child, who…
The Daily Mirror’s front page is dedicated to the Dominic Cummings allegations and picks up on the comment ‘tens of thousands of people died who didn’t need to’ comment from the PM’s former adviser. Online, the Mirror reports three men have been arrested for the Italy cable car disaster that killed 14 people as investigators say the car had been tampered with. Other news reported in the Mirror today includes Prince William’s Scotland visit and…
The front page of the Metro claims ‘DOMSHELL’ saying Cummings “savaged” his former boss but saved his harshest words for health secretary Matt Hancock. Online the paper reports no human remains have been found in the cafe dug up by the police as they search for Mary Bastholm who went missing in 1968 at age 15. They believe Mary was a victim of serial killer Fred West. The paper reports on lockdown 4 for Victoria,…
The Guardian’s front page picks up on the claims that ‘tens of thousands of people died needlessly due to the government’s poor handling of the pandemic – claims made by Dominic Cummings. The paper says Cummings painted a picture of a prime minister ‘obsessed with media’ and constantly making ‘U-turns’. Online, the Guardian reports on football star Marcus Rashford’s claims he’s been subjected to ‘at least 70 racial slurs’ online following Manchester United’s Europa League…
The Daily Express makes its position on the Cummings evidence, clear as the front page says “Yes, mistakes were made but this is pure revenge.” The paper and its online edition report on Matt Hancock’s ‘blasting’ of the claims as the paper says Cummings has been branded “vengeful and embittered.” Online, the Express reports on the latest traffic updates after a ‘horrific’ pileup on the M62. The paper covers the latest celebrity news including Graham…
The Times leads with Dominic Cummings and the ‘fire’ he unleashed on No 10. The paper speaks to an unnamed cabinet minister who said Cummings was just after “revenge.” Online, the paper covers the Friends reunion, giving it a less-than-favourable review. Also on the Times Online, the heavy coverage of Dominic Cummings accusations continues as ministers come to PM Boris Johnson’s defence and questions rise around Dominic Cummings claims that the PM’s fiancee Carrie Symonds…
The Daily Telegraph’s front page is dominated by the explosive claims made by former PM adviser Dominic Cummings during his committee meeting on the government’s handling of the pandemic. Sharing the front page is the news that France is toughening its travel rules on British tourists over fears of spreading the variant first identified in India. Online, the coverage of Dominic Cummings’ 7 -hour committee meeting dominates. The Telegraph Online looks into the contradictions the…
California Mass shooting: Gunman kills 8 plus himself in San Jose shooting Sam Cassidy, 57, has been identified by police as the shooter who opened fire at a California light-rail maintenance facility Wednesday, before turning the gun on himself. Cassidy worked at the Valley Transportation Authority facility in San Jose. Police confirmed he took his own life as police closed in on him. No motive for the shooting or information of the type of gun…
At least 46 politicians murdered by Mexican gangs Authorities are recording record levels of violence against candidates as gangs push to control more territory, making the June 6 election campaign one of Mexico’s bloodiest in recent history. The most recent murder was of mayoral candidate Alma Barragan – who was shot dead on Tuesday, bringing the total number of candidates murdered nationwide to 34. Mexico has a dark history of election violence, but the campaigning…
Australia: 7-day Victoria lockdown ordered, amid fresh Covid-19 outbreak and slow vaccine rollout Australia’s second-most populous state Victoria will see nearly seven million people start a snap lockdown on Thursday night as a fresh outbreak doubled overnight. Officials are blaming the slow vaccine rollout and hotel quarantine failures for the outbreak and emergency measures. The snap lockdown will be in place for seven days, and people are only allowed to leave their homes for essential…
Hamas won’t touch aid for Gaza, after US pledge $40m Hamas has promised not to touch “a single cent” of international aid to help rebuild the Gaza Strip after the 11-day bombardment on the region for 11 days – one of the worst outbreaks of violence between Israel and Hamas in many years. The head of the group’s political wing in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar, promised the “transparent and impartial” distribution of aid. “We welcome any…
French Open: World No 2 Naomi Osaka on press junkets impact on mental health Four-times grand slam champion Naomi Osaka has said she will not be speaking to the press at this year’s French Open, saying the press conferences put an unfair burden on mental health. “I’m writing this to say I’m not going to do any press during Roland Garros,” she tweeted on Wednesday. “I’ve often felt that people have no regard for athletes’…
Matt Hancock to face MPs after Dominic Cummings committee meeting Health Secretary Matt Hancock will face MPs today, after former PM aide Dominic Cummings unleashed a fierce attack during his committee meeting to discuss the governments handling of the pandemic. Cummings described Hancock as “completely incapable of doing the job” and said he “should have been fired” for lying. He also criticised Hancock over PPE shortages and “stupid” testing targets. A spokesman for Mr Hancock…
Dominic Cummings: 10 key claims so far In the highly-anticipated Dominic Cummings committee meeting, the former chief adviser to the PM has made a whole load of explosive claims about how the government handled the pandemic. Here are 10 key points so far from Cummings’s evidence. ‘I’m sorry’ Dominic Cummings kicked off the (so far) 6-hour committee meeting with an apology. “The truth is that senior ministers, senior officials, senior advisers like me fell disastrously…
Dominic Cummings on the infamous Barnard Castle trip Barnard Castle Dominic Cummings opened up in his committee meeting about the “infamous trip” to Barnard Castle and the Rose Garden press conference. Cummings said the whole Barnard Castle episode was a major disaster for the government and for policy. He says in the autumn of 2019 he had to move out because his family were facing security threats. “On 28 February when I was dealing with…
Dominic Cummings committee: Matt Hancock should be sacked for 15-20 things including lying The explosive Dominic Cummings committee meeting is in full swing, with the prime minister’s former aide saying Matt Hancock should have been sacked for lying to the public and fellow ministers. During his exposing of a litany of government “failures” to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, he has singled out Hancock, saying he should have been fired for “at least 15 to 20…
The Mirror’s front page is dedicated to Boris Johnson’s reported backing of the failed European Super League (ESL). NO 10 has denied the claims. Online, the Mirror reports heavily on the Dominic Cummings committee meeting and the bombshell comments he has made. In celebrity news, the Mirror Online says Jennifer Aniston has ‘gushed’ over ex-husband Brad Pitt and reports Louise Redknapp was shocked over Jamie’s baby news. Out of touch, out of control: Boris backed…
The Daily Mail leads with its second front-page story on jobs lost at firms targeted ‘by sharks’. The front page also reports on Dominic Cummings committee meeting today, the front page says Cummings will say PM wanted to be infected with Covid on live TV’. The Duchess of Cambridge is pictured on the front page as her and her husband Prince William tour Scotland. The Mail Online continues its coverage of Dominic Cummings, live reporting…
The Times’s front page is full of positivity. The paper reports that vaccines are now available for everyone aged 30. The paper features a picture of the prime minister out jogging with his dog. Other front-page news includes UCAS plans to drive more teenagers towards apprenticeships and the government considering tougher sentences for dognappers. Online, the Times is heavily covering the Dominic Cummings committee meeting, as the PM’s former chief spills the shocking government secrets…
The Guardian front page features a picture of George Floyd’s family at the White House on the first anniversary of George Floyd’s death. The front page calls the change on travel restrictions a climbdown caused by anger. The paper says many were left confused as to whether or not they should cancel bookings. The front page also covered Dominic Cummings attack on the Prime Minister on the eve of the committee meeting. Online, the Guardian…
The i newspaper leads with the government ‘u-turn’ on its ‘accidental lockdowns’. Online, the i is heavily focused on Dominic Cummings committee meeting today, the paper says Cummings could have secret audio recordings and that he has been given a warning over the Offical Secrets Act. The i reports the vaccination rollout has now opened up to ages 30 and 31, telling the age group to expect a text or letter from the NHS within…
The Daily Telegraph leads with the government ‘forced into retreat’ over the plans for new lockdowns ‘unravel’. The paper reports on Tim Parker quitting his role as National Trust chief and an update on London’s BLM activist Sasha Johnson, who was shot in the head on Sunday. Online, the headlines are heavily dominated by the highly-anticipated Dominic Cummings committee meeting, in which he is expected to ‘spill’ secrets as he is summoned to answer questions…
Iraq: 1 Iraqi protester killed, dozens injured at Baghdad rally A protester at a Baghdad rally was shot dead whilst dozens of others were injured at a rally where thousands marched demanding accountability for the murder of prominent Iraqi activists and protesters. Tuesday morning started with a hopeful wave of peaceful protesting in Tahrir Square but as the day went on, tensions grew and violence between protesters and security forces erupted by early evening. Footage…
UK and America arrive in Israel, $40m in aid to Gaza, pleas to end cycle of violence Britain’s foreign minister Dominic Raab has arrived in Israel and called for the cycle of violence between Israelis and Palestinians to end. Raab’s arrival followed the worst outbreak of violence between the two sides in years. “I will meet with both senior leaders here and in the Occupied Palestinian Territories on how to make the recent ceasefire lasts,”…
Italy celebrates, Mafia boss Rocco Morabito caught after 30 year hunt After nearly 30 years of dodging justice, Rocco Morabito has been arrested in northeast Brazil, delighting Italian prosecutors and police. Morabito is number two on the Italian interior ministry’s most dangerous fugitives list, he was arrested Monday, almost two years after his escape from a prison in Uruguay, where he was awaiting extradition to Italy. The “the king of cocaine”, has been wanted since…
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