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Chancellor rejects poverty fears – Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected claims that her welfare strategy will push children and families into poverty. It comes after analysis has started on her Spring Statement – and what it means for both the poorest and wealthiest in Britain.

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. The palace has said it is a minor setback and nothing to worry about.

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. 

Dame Harriet Harman suggests that government whips may be overestimating the number of Labour MPs rebelling against welfare cuts as a tactic for “expectation management”.

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s ban on transgender military personnel, citing potential “irreparable harm” to service members.

Cliff Notes – US revoked around 300 visas in crackdown on students — Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio…

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.

Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government, conducted his first bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting a shift in diplomatic relations following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Diego Maradona experienced significant suffering for at least 12 hours before his death, with forensic experts asserting that any doctor should have recognised his deteriorating condition days prior.

Pat McFadden, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, acknowledges Donald Trump’s significant role in altering the global security landscape, particularly since the war in Ukraine began.