Reeves ‘to wage war on waste’ and ‘Nine-jobs Nigel’
There is a vast mix of stories across the front pages of the Sunday papers. The Sunday Telegraph leads on the news that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is “launching a war on waste” by seeking the advice of private experts to find savings across government. This comes, the paper reports, “amid growing disquiet” from the party […]
Give your body grace, says rugby star
Reuters Ilona Maher signed a three-month deal with the Bristol Bears in December Rugby player Ilona Maher has won fans and admirers with her sporting talent. But it’s her message of body positivity that’s attracted millions of followers on social media. The US-born athlete, 28, regularly jumps on TikTok and Instagram to talk about body […]
‘Meta reins in fact-checking’ and A&E ‘flu crisis’
The decision by tech giant Meta – which owns Facebook and Instagram – to end its use of independent fact checkers leads many of the papers. The Financial Times says the company will instead rely on users to flag misinformation and quotes a statement saying the move is intended to “allow more speech”. The paper […]
PM attacks those ‘spreading lies’ on grooming gangs as he hits back at Musk
PM criticises those “spreading lies and misinformation” over grooming gangs The prime minister has attacked politicians and activists “spreading lies and misinformation” over grooming gangs. It comes after multi-billionaire Elon Musk accused Sir Keir Starmer of being “complicit in the rape of Britain” during his tenure as director of public prosecutions (DPP) between 2008 and […]
UK should consider letting IS members return, terror watchdog says
The government should consider repatriating British members of the Islamic State group (IS) who are being held in Syrian detention camps, the government’s independent terrorism legislation reviewer Jonathan Hall KC has said. Mr Hall’s comments come after Donald Trump’s incoming counter-terrorism chief, Sebastian Gorka, said that if the UK wanted to be seen as a […]
Wayne Osmond, singer with The Osmonds, dies at 73
Getty Images Wayne Osmond was the fourth oldest of the Osmond singing family Wayne Osmond, a founding member of family band The Osmonds, who had a string of hits in the 1970s, has died at the age of 73. Wayne was a singer and guitarist, and co-wrote many of their biggest hits, including Crazy Horses, […]
40 of the most exciting books to read in 2025
Gallery Books, Alfred A. Knopf, Penguin Press (Credit: Gallery Books, Alfred A. Knopf, Penguin Press) From the most anticipated literary debuts to the return of heavyweights like Stephen King and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, there’s plenty to add to your TBR pile this year. Canongate Books, Knopf, Pamela Dorman Books (Credit: Canongate Books, Knopf, Pamela Dorman […]
UK security officials monitor Elon Musk’s social media posts
UK officials are monitoring social media posts by Elon Musk and others as a possible security risk. The monitoring is being carried out by a team in the Home Office’s Homeland Security group, which is responsible for reducing national security risks and, according to a government website, “focuses on the highest harm risks to the […]
Manchester City Women 0-1 Real Madrid Femenino: Hosts fail to qualify for Women’s Champions League
Manchester City boss Gareth Taylor says his side’s failure to reach the Women’s Champions League group stage will “fuel” their desire for domestic success this season. City were beaten 2-1 on aggregate by Real Madrid in the second round of qualifying after a 1-0 home defeat on Wednesday. It was a disappointing outcome for City, […]
‘You would thank your lucky stars if Jess Phillips helped you’
Emma Ambler Emma Ambler and Nour Norris have worked with Jess Phillips many times since their relatives were murdered The twin sister of a woman who was shot dead by her partner has said Jess Phillips was “the most helpful and passionate public figure” she had met. It comes after tech billionaire Elon Musk called […]