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What is the Pandora Papers leak?  The Pandora Papers is a leak of almost 12 million documents that reveal hidden secrets of world leaders, billionaires and politicians. The documents show hidden wealth, tax avoidance and money laundering. 

The 20-year-old is the first confirmed headliner for the festival, and the “youngest solo headliner” in Glastonbury history. “This feels like the perfect way for us to return and I cannot wait!”

USA warns China: The United States warns China of playing war games and Washington has issued a warning to the Chinese Government for playing war games in Taiwan.

Lars Vilks – a Swedish cartoonist who sketched the Prophet Muhammad’s head on a dog’s body has died in a horrible traffic accident, according to local media in Sweden.

Koci Selamaj, 36, has been remanded in custody accused of beating school teacher Sabina Nessa to death ‘in a premeditated and predatory attack’.

Wayne Couzens has been handed a whole-life prison sentence for murdering Sarah Everard. Wayne Couzens kidnapped, raped and killed the 33-year-old as she walked home on 3 March. 

Democratic leaders are in a battle with Republicans over funding the US government before it has to default on payments and ultimately have to shut the US government down.

The Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has announced his retirement from the sport of boxing to focus on his political career.

BBC News says a man has been charged with the murder of primary school teacher Sabina Nessa who was killed as she walked to meet a friend in south-east London.

Sky News says the army is on standby with soldiers at “increased preparedness” to help deliver fuel if necessary, the defence secretary has said.