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- Nigel Farage resigns as MP amid scrutiny over undeclared donations before by-election
- Conestoga College among institutions that did not seek government efficiency funding
- Stevens and El-Sayed clash over Israel and campaign finance in Michigan debate
- M23 near Gatwick Airport closed following fatal incident involving highways worker
- Suspect in Monaco explosion that injured Ukrainian billionaire found dead
- Donald Trump revives annexation claims over Greenland island
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Daily Express - You’re paying price of rise in fat cat salaries
Summary of the front page
Thousands of council chiefs pocketed salaries of more than £100,000 last year, according to the Daily Express, which also points out it is amid increases to council tax.
The front page also reports on the upcoming coronation, Ronnie Wood and claims only 44% of children visit the dentist.
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Nigel Farage resigns as MP amid scrutiny over undeclared donations before by-election
July 8, 2026
2:00 pm
Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton amid allegations of undeclared donations totalling millions, triggering a by-election. The ruling Labour Party and opposition parties have stated they will not contest, accusing Farage of manipulating the process amid ongoing parliamentary investigations into his funding.
Conestoga College among institutions that did not seek government efficiency funding
July 8, 2026
12:00 pm
Conestoga College has recently come under increased financial scrutiny, resulting in the appointment of a government supervisor. The institution’s revenue is significantly dependent on international students, highlighting a critical reliance amid ongoing financial challenges.
Stevens and El-Sayed clash over Israel and campaign finance in Michigan debate
July 8, 2026
10:00 am
Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed debated key issues, including support for Israel and the Democratic Party’s future, on Tuesday. The debate followed Sen. Mallory McMorrow’s campaign suspension, intensifying the primary ahead of the August 4 vote. The winner will face GOP candidate Mike Rogers in November.
M23 near Gatwick Airport closed following fatal incident involving highways worker
July 8, 2026
9:00 am
A section of the M23 near Gatwick Airport remains closed following a fatal collision early this morning, which resulted in the death of a 65-year-old highways worker. A 38-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous and drink driving, as investigations continue. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes amid severe traffic delays.
Suspect in Monaco explosion that injured Ukrainian billionaire found dead
July 8, 2026
8:00 am
The suspect in the explosion that left Ukrainian oligarch Vadim Ermolaev critically injured has been found dead in Kyiv, reportedly shot, as investigations continue.
Donald Trump revives annexation claims over Greenland island
July 8, 2026
7:00 am
US President Donald Trump has revived annexationist rhetoric regarding Greenland, prompting renewed scrutiny. In Brussels, ambassadors express disagreement over strategies for Serbia, while a controversial letter concerning FIFA gains traction in the European Parliament, highlighting ongoing tensions within EU governance.
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