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King Charles in hospital – Military officials sent to Ukraine – Tax hikes to see pensioners targeted over rich

King Charles in hospital – Much of Friday’s headlines in the UK are reporting on the latest update in King Charles’s health. The 76-year-old has been admitted to the hospital due to side effects from his treatment.

There are ongoing discussions over Wednesday’s Spring Statement, with disability payments and potential future tax raids being two of the most popular talking points.

On the international front, there’s more coverage of Donald Trump and his administration as they continue to push to take over Greenland and the Germany’s reaction to the latest tariff announcements.

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UK Welfare Cuts: Why the Government Prioritises Foreign Aid Over Its Own People

This Weeks News Briefing Editorial looks at the real cost of political priorities. How can a modern economy cut welfare like 3rd world economy.

UK welfare cuts are increasingly out of touch with the needs of the public, especially against the backdrop of rising foreign aid to Ukraine and increased NATO spending. This has left many Brits asking: why is our health and well-being not being prioritised?

The answer may be simpler—and more strategic—than it seems. When people are struggling to pay their bills and put food on the table, they have less time to question the actions of those in power.

By keeping the public in a state of financial insecurity, politicians maintain control while diverting spending towards areas that benefit their financial backers. But where is all our tax money actually going, and why are we always told to tighten our belts while government spending skyrockets?

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Trumpism: Shifting US Power Dynamics, Global Influence, and the New World Order

The United States, traditionally isolationist and safely sheltered by two vast oceans, has always decided and declared itself as a ruler, but never before has it pressed its claim so dramatically.

Trumpism is here to stay and will outlive his presidency. The reason for that is that his policies have shifted the dynamics in US politics so severely that now Democrats will have to adapt.

King Charles in hospital due to cancer treatment side effects

King in hospital for cancer side effects

King in hospital for cancer side effects – King Charles was forced to pull out of his engagements and take a brief trip to the hospital on Thursday after suffering from some side effects from his cancer treatment. The 76-year-old has pulled out of his engagements on Friday as well.

King Charles III briefly hospitalised for observation following side effects from cancer treatment

King Charles III has cancelled engagements for Thursday and Friday due to health concerns, acting on medical advice. The palace confirmed that his diary programme will also be rescheduled as a precautionary measure.

Economic growth in doubt – OBR warning and Trump tariffs

Economic growth in doubt – Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement, several newspapers highlight the OBR’s warning that the Chancellor’s plans for economic growth could be wiped out by the global trade war as Donald Trump continues to issue further tariff threats.

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has

Spring Statement 2025 reaction - Global trade war - 'a return to austerity'

Spring Statement 2025 reaction – Global trade war – Economic growth slashed in half

Spring Statement 2025 reaction – Thursday’s headlines are reacting to yesterday’s Spring Statement delivered by the chancellor.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced significant measures to address the UK’s economic challenges. Key points include a £14 billion plan involving cuts to welfare payments (£4.8 billion) and departmental spending

President Trump announces 25% tariff on all imported cars

President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all imported cars, set to begin on 2 April, which he terms “liberation day.”

Raging wildfires kill at least 18

Wildfires in South Korea have resulted in at least 18 fatalities and prompted the government to raise the crisis alert to its highest level amid unprecedented damage.

“Worst ever” wildfires rage in South Korea, killing at least 18 people

South Korea is grappling with severe wildfires that have resulted in at least 18 fatalities and the evacuation of 27,000 residents, causing extensive damage across numerous areas.

Wildfires in South Korea turn deadly, prompt evacuations

Cliff Notes – Wildfires in South Korea turn deadly, prompt evacuations Wildfires in South Korea turn deadly and caused a major incident in disaster zones At least three firefighters and a public servant have died as over 20 wildfires continue to burn across South Korea, with one major fire in

Prince Harry in shock as he quits Sentebale charity set up in honour of Princess Diana

Prince Harry has resigned as patron of Sentebale, a charity he co-founded to support children in southern Africa, amid a governance dispute within the organisation.

Trump aides play down war plan leak after sloppy security triggers dismay

The FT attacks what it calls the “sheer amateurism” of the Trump White House in the use of the messaging app to discuss plans to bomb Yemen.

‘American idiot’ – Trump team play down war plan leak

There are continued reactions to the news that top Trump official Mike Walz accidentally added a journalist to a group chat where top US officials were discussing plans to bomb Yemen.

The journalist leaked the messages, with the content from those messages leading headlines around the

Secret group chat leak has US officials in hot water – JD blasts ‘pathetic’ Europe – Bombing Yemen plans – USMNT concerns

Most of the American headlines (and global) are reporting on the massive blunder from Trump’s team when a left-wing journalist was accidentally added to a group chat. The chat was leaked – as were some juicy details, which is leading many headlines in print and online. From plans to bomb

‘Pathetic European free-loading’: What was said in Trump officials’ group chat

A group chat involving high-ranking US officials, unintentionally including journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, revealed plans for airstrikes on Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and a critical perspective on European allies’ military contributions.

England 3-0 Latvia – Tuchel era off to positive start

Opinions on the England National Football team are being shared far and wide after their first two World Cup qualifier matches ended in two wins, two clean sheets and some debut performances.

England sit at the top of their group after a 2-0 win over Albania

England vs Albania on TV – Thomas Tuchel era begins – Team News, Predictions, Starting XI

England is in action against Albania this Friday evening, taking their first step towards qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Don't shift blame for failing economy - Spring Statement

Spring Statement today – ‘Don’t shift blame for failing economy’

Happy Wednesday – and most importantly, Happy Spring Statement Day! Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will set out her plans for the UK economy for the next year, presenting her budget plans to the Commons at 12:30.

The chancellor is set to introduce significant changes aimed at

Chancellor tries to buy off rebels ahead of Spring Statement cuts

The headlines this morning continue speculating over Wednesday’s Spring Statement. The chancellor has hinted at severe spending cuts and the left-wing backbenchers are eyeing up a rebellion – one No 1o is desperate to stamp out before it gets going. The papers suggest the chancellor is trying to buy off

‘Worst cuts in a generation’ – UK braces for Spring Statement

Most of the UK newspapers speculate, assess and give their verdict on what’s expected to be revealed in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement, which will be announced on Wednesday. ‘Worst cuts in a generation,’

Spring Statement – No more tax rises but austerity cuts on the way

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil her Spring Statement next week just a week after massive backlash to the government’s plans to overhaul the welfare system.

The papers have been given a preview of the Spring Statement and they report there will be no more tax rises

Heathrow fire backlash – Airport acted ‘prematurely’

Several of the UK newspapers pick up on an interview with the National Grid chief John Pettigrew who said that Heathrow had “enough power” from other substations and lack of power wasn’t the reason Europe’s biggest airport shut down.

Heathrow resumes flights and hopes for full day of service but passengers face further delays

Heathrow Airport is resuming operations following a significant power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation, which resulted in over 1,000 flight cancellations and major disruptions for approximately 290,000 passengers.

Canada calls snap election as new PM warns of Trump threat

Several of the UK newspaper front pages report on the new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for a snap general election – set for 28 April 2025.

The race for election is fully underway and amongst the key issues Canadians will have in mind as

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vows Donald Trump will not ‘break us’ as he calls snap election

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for 28 April amid escalating tensions with the US, particularly threats from President Donald Trump regarding Canada’s sovereignty and trade policies.

King suffers bump in road during cancer

Charles forced to cancel full day of visits

Charles hospital drama

Chancellor rejects child poverty fears

Rattled Reeves heading for new autumn tax raid

Fears Reeves may be forced into further tax increases

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Britain is in serious economic trouble and the Spring Statement does almost nothing to fix it.

Reece James hasn’t started for England for 3 years and still scored a goal before Foden 😭

Rachel Reeves has no credibility. She had a company credit card taken away because of misuse, she had her parliamentary credit card suspended because of misuse, she falsified her CV, and her recently published book was riddled with plagiarism. The chancellor is a fraudster.

Rachel Reeves helping herself to expensive freebie concert tickets whilst slashing benefits for millions of the poorest members of society is such a bad optic, only worsened by her pathetic ‘security’ excuse.

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What can we expect in the Spring Statement 2025? – UK inflation figures – Trump team backlash

What can we expect in the Spring Statement 2025? – Wednesday’s Spring Statement, set to be announced by the chancellor this afternoon, dominates much of the UK news this morning. There is continued speculation over how severe the chancellor’s cuts

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Ukraine-Russia air strikes – Spring Statement speculation – England 3-0 Latvia reaction

Tuesday’s headlines are heavily focused on what’s happening outside our little island, with heavy coverage of the latest airstrikes in Ukraine and the group chat blunder from top US officials.

A handful of headlines look ahead

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Cuts to come in Spring Statement – PM told not to appease Trump – Canada snap election

A lot is happening this Monday morning with news across the UK being dominated by both domestic politics and international stories. The chancellor is making the headlines ahead of Wednesday’s Spring Statement, with the newspaper front pages speculating on what

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King Charles in hospital due to cancer treatment side effects

OBR slash forecast, Global trade war

Wildfires in South Korea are 'worst ever'

Prince Harry steps down from charity he founded over internal dispute

Trump team leaks reveal extent of hate for Europe

England World Cup qualifiers - The Tuchel era begins

Spring Statement: UK braces for 'worst cuts in a generation'

Heathrow Fire latest - backlash over airport response

Canada calls snap election

King suffers bump in road during cancer

Charles forced to cancel full day of visits

Charles hospital drama

Chancellor rejects child poverty fears

Rattled Reeves heading for new autumn tax raid

Fears Reeves may be forced into further tax increases

The Great British Spring Clean swept the nation

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