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- Poll closing times for the 2026 midterm elections across the U.S.
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- Two men sentenced to nearly 30 years for botched hitman plot in Smethwick
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Adam Liaqat and Asad Khan have been sentenced to 15 and 13 years in prison, respectively, for their roles in a botched shooting on St Paul’s Road in Smethwick. Khan was injured when Liaqat accidentally discharged a firearm during their planned attack, leading to an investigation by West Midlands Police.
Lidl has launched its festive campaign, “Lidl Christmas Everybody,” featuring Shaun Williamson, known for his role as Barry Evans in EastEnders. The campaign includes a reimagined version of Slade’s “Merry Christmas Everybody,” with appearances by Chris Kamara, Kemi Rodgers, and Abi Clarke, alongside promoting its award-winning Christmas food range.
Two Hampshire police officers are under investigation for potential gross misconduct following the death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by Vickrum Digwa in December 2025. Footage shows officers handcuffed Nowak before realising he required urgent medical help. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is reviewing the case.
DWP benefits news: December 2024 dates for Universal Credit and pensions Benefits going out as…
The front page of CITY AM reports on the junk food ad ban set to be introduced amid warnings from the industry that it could impact the economy.
Western Mail front page 04/12/2024 The front page of the Western Mail this morning leads on…
The Irish News front page 04/12/2024 The front page of The Irish News this morning leads…
The National 04/12/2024 The front page of The National this morning leads with an exclusive interview…
South Korea’s political crisis leads many papers this morning as President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law before the country’s parliament rejected the move. It caused a night of chaos and fear for South Korea and now the president is facing calls for his resignation and calls for impeachment.
The tabloids continue their coverage of the Gregg Wallace scandal as more allegations come to light. The papers report the latest allegations that Wallace groped contestants on MasterChef.
The October Budget has ongoing coverage as the papers speculate on a potential U-turn.
Pictures of the royal family – mostly Princess Kate, make many of the front pages as she returned to royal duties last night following her cancer treatment.
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