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The story that is dominating every news site – in print and online – today is, of course, the ongoing chaos facing the global stock markets following Donald Trump’s latest US tariffs.

Global stock markets experienced significant declines following President Trump‘s announcement of sweeping tariffs, including a 10% tax on imports from the UK.

Both US and European markets reported their worst one-day losses since the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about a potential recession and international retaliation.

Several newspapers lead with the latest from Prince Harry’s ongoing charity row. The Charity Commission has said it will launch a probe into Harry’s charity Sentebale following claims made by its head, Sophie Chandauka. 

The prince, who started the charity more than 20 years ago, has said he hopes the watchdog will “unveil the truth” after the head accused the prince of bullying and harassment, amongst other claims about the charity itself.

Cliff Notes Birmingham’s Small Heath area is facing a public health crisis as rubbish piles up due to an ongoing bin strike, attracting numerous rats…

Friday’s UK headlines are similar to headlines from around the world: the fallout from Donald Trump’s tariffs after “trillions” have been wiped off the global stock markets. 

On Wednesday, Trump announced a baseline tariff on almost every country in the world of at least 10% – whilst some countries face much higher levies, with the EU being hit with 20%. 

Since the announcement, global markets have experienced significant declines, with both the US and European markets reporting their worst one-day losses since the COVID-19 pandemic and raising concerns about a potential recession and international retaliation. Economists are warning of a ‘spiral of doom’, suggesting that retaliatory measures could lead to further economic destabilisation. 

Elsewhere, a probe into the bitter dispute surrounding Prince Harry’s charity Sentebale. The Charity Commission said it had opened a case to examine “concerns raised” about Sentebale, following claims made by its head, Sophie Chandauka. Prince Harry has said he hopes the watchdog will “unveil the truth”.

The last operational blast furnaces in Britain face imminent closure as Jingye, the owner of British Steel, has halted future orders of essential materials required for production.

The UK faces potential implications from a new list of goods, including American items like jeans and whiskey, subject to reciprocal tariffs amid ongoing trade tensions.

Two men, Marcus Laidley-Sobers and Nicky Robertson, appeared in court as part of a police investigation into a gang feud in Edinburgh, facing charges related to threatening behaviour and vehicle-related offences.

Senator Cory Booker delivered the longest speech in US Senate history, lasting 25 hours and four minutes, to protest against the Trump administration’s actions.

England head coach Sarina Wiegman expressed enthusiasm for the UK’s potential hosting of the 2035 Women’s World Cup, highlighting its ability to further elevate women’s football.

Donald Trump has moved “Liberation Day” to 2 April to avoid association with April Fool’s Day, prompting global governments to prepare for impending tariff announcements.

Chelsea vs Spurs – the Premier League is back in action today – the final weekday match following the international break.

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Great Britain’s Billie Jean King Cup squad to prioritise her physical health after a busy tournament schedule.

The UK is amongst some countries facing a baseline tariff of 10%

Stock markets in London, Paris, and Berlin fell on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The UK has been hit with a baseline 10% while the EU has been hit with 20%.

Donald Trump has implemented a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with many trading partners facing significantly higher rates, prompting widespread global concern and backlash.

Trump announces fresh wave of US tariffs – Almost all of Thursday’s headlines are dissecting the tariffs announced by the US president yesterday. The UK was hit with a baseline 10% tariff, whilst the EU (who are preparing to retaliate) were hit with a 20% levy – some countries fared even worse with fees as high as 40%.

The UK newspapers generally express relief that the tariffs were not as bad for the UK as expected, with right-leaning media highlighting Brexit’s role in saving Britain from the 20% levy for the EU. The tariffs are set to come into effect on Saturday, with some headlines reporting there is still wiggle room for a deal to be carved out between the UK and US before the tax comes into effect.

Thursday’s headlines are, of course, dominated by yesterday’s news that the US will introduce a baseline 10% tariff on the world, including the UK and other countries, and are facing far higher tariffs, including the EU being hit with a 20% levy. 

The headlines are in general agreement that the UK being hit with the baseline tariff is far less severe than what was expected, and there could be some wiggle room as the tariffs don’t come into effect on Saturday.

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Sorcha Eastwood, an MP, reported online harassment from Andrew and Tristan Tate following her comments about violence against women during a Commons debate.

Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds acknowledged the US as “our closest ally” while emphasising that “nothing is off the table” in response to President Trump’s 10% tariffs on UK imports.

Residents in Highgate, Birmingham, are dealing with an overwhelming stench due to bin strikes causing overflowing rubbish bins, attracting pests like rats and foxes.

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