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Cliff Notes Scotland is currently battling its fourth wildfire this week, primarily in Galloway, with helicopters deployed to control the flames that have spread across…

Cliff Notes Ed Sheeran performed an impromptu street gig outside King’s Cross station, showcasing new track "Azizam" and popular hits like "Perfect" and "Bad Habits".…

Cliff Notes – US tourist arrested for entering forbidden Indian island A 24-year-old American man was arrested for illegally entering North Sentinel Island, home to…

England’s Premier League is back in action this Saturday as Forest looks to close the gap with Arsenal – who are facing their own battle to close the gap with Liverpool.

Cliff Notes Donald Trump’s 10% baseline tariff on imports took effect, causing significant declines in global stock markets as fears of a trade war escalated.…

Cliff Notes A Salvadoran man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported, must be returned by the Trump administration due to prior legal protections against…

Cliff Notes Driving instructors report that bots dominate the DVSA driving test booking system, making it nearly impossible for humans to secure appointments on the…

Cliff Notes Global stock markets have experienced significant declines for two consecutive days, led by sharp drops in American indexes, with Wall Street recording the…

Cliff Notes Search teams are actively looking for a 16-year-old boy missing after difficulties in a lake at Beckenham Place Park, Lewisham. The Metropolitan Police…

Cliff Notes Prince Andrew’s reputation is deemed "irrecoverable" post-Newsnight interview, according to his former aide, Dominic Hampshire. Hampshire disclosed intelligence concerns regarding Chinese businessman Yang…

Cliff Notes Global financial markets reacted negatively to President Trump’s economic policies, leading to heightened recession fears not only in the US but globally. The…

Cliff Notes The UK government has confirmed that the implementation of the Hillsborough Law will be delayed past the upcoming anniversary of the disaster to…

Cliff Notes – Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault Russell Brand has been charged with rape and multiple counts of sexual assault involving…

There have been a few big announcements from China today – the latest outlines new restrictions on US companies.

BBC’s business editor Simon Jack was asked: Is this a stock market crash? Here’s what he has to say:

Amid all the chaos in the world, it’s important to remind yourself there are plenty of great things happening, too. This week we’re looking at the great efforts in Germany in turning sewage into shipping fuel.

A 64-year-old woman, Livia Tossici-Bolt, has received a two-year conditional discharge and must pay £20,000 in court costs for violating a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) outside a Bournemouth abortion clinic.

Stocks slump – China to impose 34% levy as retaliation – China files lawsuit | US tariffs LIVE

Where to watch England vs Belgium? – The Nations League is back in action today with the home nations all in action tonight. Northern Ireland are away to Romania (watch via BBC) whilst Scotland host Germany at home (BBC), Wales welcome Denmark (BBC) whilst England host Belgium (ITV).

Cliff Notes Israeli troops have advanced into northern Gaza, establishing what they call a "security zone," following plans to seize territories in the south. Civilians…

The story that is dominating every news site – in print and online – today is, of course, the ongoing chaos facing the global stock markets following Donald Trump’s latest US tariffs.

Global stock markets experienced significant declines following President Trump‘s announcement of sweeping tariffs, including a 10% tax on imports from the UK.

Both US and European markets reported their worst one-day losses since the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about a potential recession and international retaliation.

Several newspapers lead with the latest from Prince Harry’s ongoing charity row. The Charity Commission has said it will launch a probe into Harry’s charity Sentebale following claims made by its head, Sophie Chandauka. 

The prince, who started the charity more than 20 years ago, has said he hopes the watchdog will “unveil the truth” after the head accused the prince of bullying and harassment, amongst other claims about the charity itself.

Cliff Notes Birmingham’s Small Heath area is facing a public health crisis as rubbish piles up due to an ongoing bin strike, attracting numerous rats…

Friday’s UK headlines are similar to headlines from around the world: the fallout from Donald Trump’s tariffs after “trillions” have been wiped off the global stock markets. 

On Wednesday, Trump announced a baseline tariff on almost every country in the world of at least 10% – whilst some countries face much higher levies, with the EU being hit with 20%. 

Since the announcement, global markets have experienced significant declines, with both the US and European markets reporting their worst one-day losses since the COVID-19 pandemic and raising concerns about a potential recession and international retaliation. Economists are warning of a ‘spiral of doom’, suggesting that retaliatory measures could lead to further economic destabilisation. 

Elsewhere, a probe into the bitter dispute surrounding Prince Harry’s charity Sentebale. The Charity Commission said it had opened a case to examine “concerns raised” about Sentebale, following claims made by its head, Sophie Chandauka. Prince Harry has said he hopes the watchdog will “unveil the truth”.

US President Donald Trump has dismissed at least six National Security Council officials, including David Feith and Brian Walsh, following a meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer.