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- Afghan boxer accused of killing British charity worker in Athens
- People-smuggling networks use speedboats to transport migrants from Ceuta
- Trump criticises Iran leadership as new peace talks announced for next week
- N.S. Liberal leadership candidates aim to rebuild party in campaign
- Cornyn and Tillis endorse Blanche for attorney general after fund agreement
- Two British women arrested following hotel brawl in Ibiza
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The i - Smart motorways ban: pressure grows to scrap entire network across Britian
Summary of the front page
The i reports on the growing pressure to scrap smart motorways amid rising deaths linked to the roads and concerns over their cost.
For a second day running, the i newspaper’s lead story is about the reported ban on new smart motorways, and the mounting pressure to scrap the entire network across Britain amid safety concerns. The paper reported on Thursday that none of the planned new roads would go ahead.
Its Good Friday edition turns its attention to the families of some of those who have died on the roads. “It’s the existing smart motorways that are killing us,” a widow of a man who died on the M1 tells the paper.
Today's top stories
Afghan boxer accused of killing British charity worker in Athens
August 3, 2026
11:00 pm
Sharif Ahmadzai, 26, has been charged with manslaughter following the death of British charity worker Elisabeth Jane Ross, 38, in Athens.
People-smuggling networks use speedboats to transport migrants from Ceuta
August 3, 2026
10:00 pm
People-smuggling networks are reportedly using speedboats and jet skis to transport migrants from Ceuta, Spain, to the mainland. Recent landings near Algeciras involved young Moroccan nationals, prompting Spanish authorities to enhance security and surveillance in the Strait of Gibraltar to combat these activities.
Trump criticises Iran leadership as new peace talks announced for next week
August 3, 2026
9:02 pm
What’s going on?
Donald Trump has announced new tensions over Iran, labelling its leadership as “extremely duplicitous” following Tehran’s denial of upcoming peace talks. This comes amid escalating rhetoric regarding negotiations between the US and Iran. Trump’s statement highlights ongoing diplomatic conflicts in the region.
NBC News emphasises Trump’s characterisation of Iranian leaders, stating, “Trump calls Iranian leadership ‘extremely duplicitous’ after Tehran denies new talks will start Monday.” In contrast, Fox News frames the situation with a focus on upcoming negotiations, stating, “Trump claims Iran deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz is ‘imminent’.” This difference in emphasis shows NBC News concentrating on the immediate backlash against Iran, while Fox News suggests potential future agreements.
Coverage analysed: NBC News | Fox News
N.S. Liberal leadership candidates aim to rebuild party in campaign
August 3, 2026
7:00 pm
The two candidates vying for leadership seek to become the first permanent leader of the Liberal Party since its decline to two seats in the 2024 election. The contest underscores significant challenges facing the party as it aims to rebuild its presence.
Cornyn and Tillis endorse Blanche for attorney general after fund agreement
August 3, 2026
5:00 pm
GOP Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis have expressed their support for Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general, following an agreement to terminate the “anti-weaponization” fund. This resolution addresses senators’ concerns about the associated tax immunity provisions. The Senate Judiciary Committee will now advance Blanche’s nomination.
Two British women arrested following hotel brawl in Ibiza
August 3, 2026
4:00 pm
Two British women, aged 27 and 28, have been arrested for mutual assault at a hotel in Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, following a violent brawl.
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