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Thursday’s headlines continue their coverage of the prime minister’s defiance over the upcoming benefits cuts bill. The PM says he’ll push ahead with the vote, expected next Tuesday, despite the mounting rebellion, which could seriously damage his premiership. There have been reports that the prime minister has told Labour MPs that if they vote down the bill, they won’t be considered for promotion. Other reports suggest No. 10 is drafting a watered-down bill to appease the critics.

The UK has seen a surge in Chinese imports as businesses seek to avoid the 55% tariff slapped on them by the United States. Economists say it could help the UK ease inflation, but domestic industries warn of being undercut by cheap goods.

A 37-year-old man, who brutally murdered a boy on his walk to school last year, has been found guilty of murder and three counts of attempted murder. Marcus Monzo went on a rampage in North London last year, killing 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin with a samurai sword and injuring three others. The judge says he would face a life term when he returns to court for sentencing on Friday.

In happier news, the UK is set for its second heatwave of the month, with temperatures hitting 30C this weekend, just in time for Glastonbury! If you’re heading out and about this weekend, don’t forget your sunblock and shades!!

The UK is enduring its second heatwave in June, with temperatures expected to reach 30–34 °C, making it hotter than Ibiza, according to the Met Office.

In May, Chinese exports to the UK surged by 16.1% compared with the previous year, marking the highest monthly level since February 2022.

Over 120 Labour MPs, including select committee chairs and former loyalists, have rebelled against the government’s welfare reform bill, expressing deep concern that proposed cuts.

Weight loss and diabetes jabs taken by more than a million people in the UK have been linked to a potential serious side effect, with some deaths, according to data from the UK medicines regulator.

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Donato Iwule, a survivor of the Hainault samurai sword attack, recounted the moment he was confronted by Marcus Arduini Monzo, who threatened, “I’m going to kill you.”

Sir Keir Starmer confirmed the vote on welfare reforms will proceed next week, despite anticipated dissent from over 100 Labour MPs.

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Residents of Chadwick Street in St Helens, Merseyside, were evacuated following the discovery of several unexploded ordnance items during a police investigation into a man’s non-suspicious death.