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- Paraglider rescued after becoming ensnared on tower crane in Sichuan, China
- European Council head António Costa engages in secret talks with Russia
- SPSA operations vice-president Steve Roberts to step down after wildfire review
- Trump donor’s firm awarded $1.7 million no-bid contract for Reflecting Pool repair
- Thurmaston Shopping Centre roof collapses as fire causes extensive damage
- One dead after two freight trains collide and derail from bridge in Munich
- Bank of England Reports Brexit Has Reduced UK Economy by 6%
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Daily Express - Reasons to be cheerful! Economy on the mend
Summary of the front page
The Daily Express says Britain’s economy is on the mend. Britain’s economy is showing signs of a quicker recovery. The paper reports that analysts have seen business confidence soar, while inflation falls.
The front page also reports millions in the UK are suffering with hay fever and news on the upcoming coronation.
Today's top stories
Paraglider rescued after becoming ensnared on tower crane in Sichuan, China
June 20, 2026
11:00 pm
A paraglider became stranded nearly 60 metres above Nanchong, Sichuan province, after their parachute became entangled in a construction tower crane; they were safely rescued.
European Council head António Costa engages in secret talks with Russia
June 20, 2026
10:00 pm
French President Emmanuel Macron successfully orchestrated a G7 summit, culminating in a joint declaration supporting Ukraine and facilitating dialogue between the US and Iran. Macron described the event as a pivotal moment for Europe, showcasing unity and strategic engagement amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
SPSA operations vice-president Steve Roberts to step down after wildfire review
June 20, 2026
7:00 pm
Steve Roberts will depart from the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency at the end of June, following the release of a report that highlighted substantial deficiencies in the province’s response to wildfires in 2025. The report details various areas needing improvement in emergency management.
Trump donor’s firm awarded $1.7 million no-bid contract for Reflecting Pool repair
June 20, 2026
5:00 pm
The U.S. government has awarded a $1.7 million no-bid contract to Green Water Solutions, owned by Trump donor John J. Cafaro, to install a filtration system at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This contract was justified under rules for projects of “unusual and compelling urgency.”
Thurmaston Shopping Centre roof collapses as fire causes extensive damage
June 20, 2026
4:00 pm
A significant fire erupted at Thurmaston Shopping Centre in Barkby Thorpe Lane, Leicestershire, early this morning, resulting in a complete roof collapse. Leicestershire Fire Service deployed eight fire engines and over 40 firefighters to the scene, advising local residents to keep windows and doors closed due to the smoke.
One dead after two freight trains collide and derail from bridge in Munich
June 20, 2026
3:00 pm
One person has died following a collision between two freight trains on a bridge in Munich, Germany, with recovery efforts expected to continue into the weekend.
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