Images from yesterday’s farmer’s protest in London dominate much of the UK media – online and in print – amid warnings that the protests are just the start.
The prime minister assures the public that the inheritance tax rule will affect only a small amount of farmers. Around 13,000 farmers protested outside Westminster yesterday and were joined by Jeremy Clarkson and Nigel Farage.
Higher energy rates have pushed up UK inflation the latest figures show. The rate is at its highest in six months. The latest figures come after the government revealed that around 50,000 pensioners will be living in relative poverty next year due to the winter fuel allowance cuts.
The UK cold snap has arrived and more weather warnings have been issued across the country as the wintery weather causes travel disruptions and school closures.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year extension to his contract, keeping him in the Premier League for a little longer.
Away from domestic news, much of the UK media – in print and online – also looks at the latest developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
US President Joe Biden permitted Ukraine to use US-made weapons to strike Russia – which they did yesterday.
Russia’s Putin has called it a major escalation of war and has, in response, lowered the threshold for a nuclear strike on the West. It’s led to fears a nuclear war may be on the horizon.
The rising tensions between Russia and the West, following Ukraine’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory for the first time, are splashed on the front pages this morning.
The papers suggest the policy shift from the US president has escalated the situation in the West, and in response, Russian President Vladimir Putin has lowered the threshold for a nuclear strike. Many of the front pages fear a potential nuclear war on the horizon.
Striking images of yesterday’s farmers’ protests in London find space on the front pages as do reports on the effects of the chancellor’s October Budget.
Showbiz, the cold snap and sports make up the rest of the stories on the front pages today.
The back pages lead with the news Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year extension to his contract.
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President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon, co-founder of WWE and a long-time ally, as his nominee for education secretary. McMahon previously served as head of the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first presidency and is known for her significant financial support of his campaigns.
The US front pages cover a wide variety of mostly American news. The arrival of the next president Donald Trump – who will take office in January – also continues to make the front pages, as his cabinet choices continue to be scrutinised.
Publications also look ahead at what the next Trump term could look like.
There’s speculation over Trump’s economic plans for the country with experts warning that it could lead to higher inflation and interest rates.
Several front pages report on Donald Trump’s promise to mass deport illegal immigrants using the American military, and that he will declare a national emergency to help force millions out of the United States.
Monday’s main European headlines report on a variety of political stories from across the bloc. The biggest stories cover the severed undersea cable between Germany and Finland – believed to be intentional.
The latest from the war in Ukraine as the US permits them to use American weapons to strike inside Russia. It leads to many of the European nations pondering if Germany – Europe’s largest economy – will follow suit.
Many of the UK media already report the UK is set to follow Washignton’s lead and allow Ukraine to use British weapons.
Coverage of the EU vote on whether to suspend Israel talks over Gaza and the bloc’s plans to increase defence spending are two other huge stories dominating the European news this morning.
The French newspapers continue coverage of the horrific rape trial that has not only caught the country’s attention – but the world’s.
Spain continues coverage of the devastating floods earlier in the month and the devastation left behind.
The German press reports on the severed undersea cables calling it an act of sabotage and a “hybrid action”, without knowing who is to blame.
The G20 summit in Brazil also finds space across Europe’s biggest news media.
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The ongoing dispute between farmers and the chancellor over her plans to impose inheritance tax on farms valued over £1 million continues to make the headlines.
Tuesday’s front pages also lend space to the latest in Ukraine as the papers suggest the UK is expected to join the US in letting Ukraine use its missiles to attack Russia.
Several front pages leave room to report on the incoming snow and wet weather barrelling into Britain today, with many people being warned of disruptions to travel.
There are reports on a major IT glitch that affected dozens of British Airways flights on Monday night and reports PM Keir Starmer could clash with Donald Trump over Britain’s new respectful approach to China.
Elsewhere, other domestic stories fill the front pages, whilst the back pages are dominated by English football.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed plans to use the military to carry out mass deportations of undocumented migrants, marking one of the most ambitious immigration initiatives in U.S. history. On his Truth Social platform, Trump endorsed claims that he would declare a national emergency to mobilise military resources, including the National Guard, to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the effort.
G20 leaders meeting in Rio urged cooperation on climate change, poverty, and tax reform, while addressing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. A narrow consensus highlighted…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is to meet with China’s President XI at this year’s G20 summit. Many newspapers – online and in print – highlight Starmer’s meeting marks the first time a British prime minister has met with a Chinese leader in more than half a decade.
Monday’s US front pages – like many others around the world – lead with news the US president has given Ukraine the green light to use American-made missiles in Russia.
Away from the policy shift, many of the major American newspapers continue their coverage of domestic politics as Donald Trump’s picks for cabinet continues to be scrutinised – as does the role of Elon Musk.
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Much of Monday’s front pages cover international news with Joe Biden’s green light for strikes in Russia using American weapons a lead story for many of the newspapers. The move by the US president could open the door for the UK and other European nations to follow suit.
A dash of domestic politics makes the splashes as the prime minister is set to build better relations with China at this week’s G20 summit. There are several reports that the prime minister will be looking to move the UK closer to the EU after being urged by business bosses following the economic damage from Brexit.
Donald Trump attending a UFC match with Elon Musk is pictured on several of the broadsheets, whilst the tabloids lead with showbiz stories and images from England’s 5-0 win over Ireland.
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Various stories lead the Sunday front pages, but domestic news mostly dominates the splashes. The back pages continue coverage of England’s international November camp, as the three lions face Ireland next. There’s also coverage of English rugby following their latest loss.
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Politics continues to dominate the headlines this morning, as American commentators react to incoming president Donald Trump’s choice for health secretary. Robert F. Kennedy Jr, a known vaccine sceptic, has received the nod from the president-elect and it has led to some strong reactions on the front pages.
Elsewhere, there is also reaction from Trump’s other picks, including the controversial choice of Matt Gaetz for attorney general.
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The chancellor delivered her first Mansion House speech on Thursday as she urged the City regulators to allow financial service providers to take greater risks, saying that the rules introduced after the 2008 financial crash had “gone too far” and were harming growth.
The speech is an annual address to the City of London by the sitting chancellor. In her first address, she attempted to reassure the City that she had a growth strategy. Much of her speech is highlighted across print media and online this morning.
The Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey also gave a speech yesterday at the event in which said the UK must improve its relationship with Europe saying the “consequences of Brexit” were damaging the economy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her first Mansion House speech yesterday – an annual address to the City of London by the sitting chancellor. Her speech made the headlines this morning.
Elsewhere, reports on several ongoing investigations into non-crime hate incidents (NCHI) feature on the front pages.
The controversial legislation, introduced by the Act Party, seeks to legally define the treaty’s principles, which have been incorporated into laws addressing historic injustices against Māori. Act argues the changes would ensure fairness, claiming the current approach divides the nation by race.
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