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Sixty-five fatalities and over 1,200 injuries have been reported following a powerful explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaei container port, which also caused extensive property damage.

The conclave to elect Pope Francis’s successor will commence on 7 May, with 135 cardinal electors participating in the voting process.

The mother of a victim from a fatal crash criticises the government for inaction on young driver fatalities, advocating for the implementation of Graduated Driving Licences (GDLs) to improve road safety.

Liverpool have clinched the Premier League title in spectacular fashion, delighting fans across the city and beyond. Meanwhile, the UK is bracing for an intense heatwave this week, with temperatures expected to soar well above seasonal averages. In politics, the upcoming local elections could see notable gains for Reform UK, as dissatisfaction with the main parties fuels growing support for smaller challengers.

The upcoming Canadian election is heavily influenced by the “Trump effect,” with increased nationalism shaping voter preferences, particularly against conservative opposition closely aligned with Trump.

A US airstrike on a prison in Yemen reportedly killed at least 68 people, primarily African migrants, and left 47 others wounded, according to Houthi claims.

One of the biggest stories dominating the UK newspapers this morning – front and back pages – is of course Liverpool’s record-equalling title. They now are equal on 20 titles with Manchester United. 

Monday’s front pages feature a real variety of stories – mostly domestic. There’s a little bit of coverage of the Vancouver car attack, which was largely overshadowed in print media by the funeral of Pope Francis. Online, the story dominates most international broadcasters. 

Closer to home, there are several political stories on the front pages this morning including the latest polling ahead of England’s local elections later this week.

The government received pay rise recommendations from the independent review body, suggesting increases of nearly 4% for teachers and 3% for NHS workers, exceeding the current 2.8% offer.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has named Hussein al-Sheikh as the new vice president of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), positioning him as a potential successor to the 89-year-old leader.