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Belfast rap trio Kneecap’s performance at the Eden Project has been cancelled following controversy over comments made by group members regarding MPs and political groups.

Asaad al Nsasrah, a paramedic detained for over five weeks after an Israeli attack on 23 March, has been released by Israel, as confirmed by the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS).

Mike Peters, frontman of Welsh band The Alarm, passed away at 66 following a battle with blood cancer and lymphoma diagnosis last year.

A gas explosion in Yate near Bristol has destroyed a house, leaving three individuals hospitalised, though their injuries are not life-threatening.

Tuesday’s newspaper front pages are heavily dominated by the Spain and Portugal power outages but there are some domestic stories too! Several papers report a milkshake tax looms as the PM tries to tackle UK obesity while a handful of headlines report that sex criminals will be banned from asylum in the UK. 

Calls for Kneecap to be dropped from an upcoming festival lead several of the Irish and Scottish front pages as the Belfast band faces backlash for chanting about killing MPs and supporting Hezbollah and Hamas.

A significant fire erupted at an electrical substation in Maida Vale, west London, with 100 firefighters battling the blaze since 5:30 am Tuesday.

Almost all of Tuesday’s front pages in the UK cover the Spain and Portugal blackouts – with some right-leaning publications blaming net zero and others looking at the chaos caused by the blackouts. Much of the power has since been restored – although that’s not reflected on the front pages as they had already gone to print.

You might as well get used to it – the sun is out and it’s here to stay (for at least a week). As the sun rolls out across the UK today, it’s already clear blue skies across the capital. So, let’s grab a coffee and have a run-through of today’s news bulletins. 

Mark Carney successfully framed himself as a strong opponent to Donald Trump’s policies, capturing Canadian trust amidst significant political challenges.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal party is projected to win Canada’s federal election, though a majority of 172 seats remains uncertain.

One hundred days ago, America presided over a world order it had crafted.

Amnesty International highlights increasing assaults on universal human rights, emphasising the risk posed by religious, patriarchal, and racist ideologies.

April 30, 1975 marked the fall of Saigon, effectively signifying the end of the Vietnam War and leading to a total surrender.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal party is projected to secure victory, currently leading with 133 of the needed 172 seats for a majority in Canada’s federal election.

The Brazil Football Federation anticipates Carlo Ancelotti will become the national team coach in time for World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay in June.

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won the Canadian election, but forming a majority government remains uncertain; projections suggest they may fall short.

The Local Government Association (LGA) calls for mandatory solar panel installation on new homes to cut household bills by £440 annually and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Foreign nationals added to the Sex Offenders’ Register will be ineligible for asylum under new UK government proposals aimed at enhancing border security.

The White House reports that UK-US trade talks are progressing positively, according to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, though specifics on negotiations are not disclosed.

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.