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Deadly end to Mexico campaign as local candidate shot The leading candidates in Mexico’s presidential election have concluded their final campaign rallies ahead of Sunday’s vote. The campaign has been marked by violence, including the recent assassination of a mayoral candidate in Guerrero state. Nationally, either Claudia Sheinbaum, an ally of the left-wing incumbent President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, or Xóchitl Gálvez, a former senator from the main centre-right party, is poised to become Mexico’s first female president. Sheinbaum, the frontrunner, addressed supporters in Mexico City’s central Zócalo Square, praising the positive changes since President Obrador’s election in 2018. She…

Israel extends control of Gaza’s entire land border The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced that they have taken control of the Philadelphi Corridor, a strategically important buffer zone along the Gaza-Egypt border. This move means Israel now controls Gaza’s entire land border. An IDF spokesman claims that about 20 tunnels used by Hamas for weapon smuggling have been discovered within the zone. However, Egyptian sources have denied this claim, suggesting Israel is attempting to justify its military operations in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Tensions with Egypt have increased following this announcement. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, an IDF…

Gaza war could go on for rest of 2024, says Israel PM’s aide A senior Israeli official has said that the conflict with Hamas in Gaza is expected to last for at least the remainder of the year. Tzachi Hanegbi, the prime minister’s national security adviser, told Israel’s Kan public radio that the fighting in Gaza will continue for at least another seven months. Hanegbi also mentioned that Israel’s military has taken control of 75% of the buffer zone along the Gaza-Egypt border and is continuing its assault on the southern city of Rafah. Residents of Rafah reported increased Israeli…

Power cuts could last for days in storm-hit Texas Authorities in Texas have warned of prolonged power outages following severe weather that left hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without electricity. Texas was previously hit by deadly storms and tornadoes over the Memorial Day weekend, resulting in at least 24 fatalities across several states. The region remains at risk for hail, damaging winds, and flash flooding, with similar conditions expected in Kansas and eastern Colorado, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Additionally, extreme heat is affecting southern Texas and southern Florida, with temperatures expected to rise in the…

Counting under way in South Africa’s crucial election Votes are being counted in South Africa’s most closely contested election since the African National Congress (ANC) came to power 30 years ago. Long lines formed outside polling stations nationwide, reminiscent of the historic 1994 election. Despite polls officially closing at 2100 local time (1900 GMT), the electoral commission assured that everyone still in line would be allowed to vote. Initial results are expected to begin arriving Thursday morning, with final results anticipated over the weekend. The ANC has seen a decline in support due to widespread dissatisfaction with corruption, crime, and…

Tax Battle Rage Over Pensions: Locking Horns  The front page of The Metro on May 29, 2024 leads on domestic politics.  Other Stories Read a roundup of the UK’s front pages here Latest articles from The Metro

Rayner off the hook: police drop council house investigation  The front page of The Independent on May 29, 2024, leads mostly on domestic political news. The front page features the following main stories: Read a roundup of the UK’s front pages here Latest articles from The Independent

The Guardian – Israeli spy chief threatened ICC official over war crimes inquiry The front page of The Guardian on May 29, 2024, is one of a few UK papers to lead on international news. The ongoing war in Gaza and the UK general election are the Guardian’s main stories: Other Stories Read a roundup of the UK’s front pages here Latest articles from The Guardian

The National – MP Murray Makes Thousands As AIRBNB Host The National’s front page on May 29th, 2024, highlights several political stories, reflecting its pro-independence stance: Read a roundup of the UK’s front pages here Latest articles from The National (Scotland)

The Herald Scotland – Warning Gas Power Station Plan Will Hit Net Zero Target The front page of The Herald Scotland for today, May 29th, 2024, is dominated by environmental concerns: The main picture on the front page of The Herald is that of displaced Palestinians amid the wreckage of their tents, destroyed by Israel’s bombardment west of Rafah city in the Gaza Strip yesterday. (Picture: Jehad Alshrafi/AP) Read a roundup of the UK’s front pages here Other Stories Murdo Fraser Op-Ed: Scottish Conservative politician Murdo Fraser contributes an opinion piece urging the government to reconsider the potential impact of…

As expected, Wednesday’s front pages are heavily dominated by the latest developments from the general election campaign trail. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer have been on the road trying to shore up support ahead of the 4 July snap election. 

The right-leaning newspapers bulk up support for Sunak’s national service plans and take aim at ‘mickey-mouse’ degrees, saying the PM will ban such degrees. 

The left-leaning newspapers report on the probe against Angela Rayner being dropped by police, they rip apart the prime ministers ‘triple lock’ policy, calling it a gimmick, and pick up on Labour’s promise to clear NHS waiting lists within 5 years. 

The back pages report on the latest from the Premier League – the season may be over, but hiring continues.

Zelensky urges Biden to attend Ukraine peace summit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged US President Joe Biden to attend a peace summit scheduled for mid-June in Switzerland. Zelensky emphasised that Biden’s absence would be a significant setback, potentially encouraging Russian President Vladimir Putin. Reports indicate that both President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are likely to miss the summit, although some US representation is expected. The summit, planned for months, is set to take place at the luxury Bürgenstock hotel overlooking Lake Lucerne. The initiative for this event came from Zelensky’s suggestion to former Swiss President Alain Berset.…

Pope apologises over reported homophobic slur Pope Francis has issued an apology following reports that he used derogatory language towards gay men. According to a statement from the Vatican, the Pope did not intend to offend anyone and expressed regret to those who were “hurt by the use of a word.” During a private meeting at the Italian Bishops’ Conference, the Pope reportedly stated that gay men should not be allowed to train for the priesthood, using the term “frociaggine,” a highly offensive slur. The comments, initially reported by the Italian tabloid website Dagospia, were later confirmed by other Italian…

North Korea drops trash balloons on the South North Korea has released at least 150 balloons carrying waste into South Korea, prompting authorities to advise residents to stay indoors. South Korea’s military warned the public against touching the white balloons and attached plastic bags, which contain “filthy waste and trash.” These balloons have been discovered in eight out of nine South Korean provinces and are currently under analysis. The incident follows North Korea’s recent threat to retaliate against South Korean activists’ use of balloons for propaganda. North Korea’s vice minister of defence, Kim Kang Il, indicated that similar waste would…

Israel’s operation in Rafah doesn’t cross US red lines – White House The US does not believe Israel has launched a full-scale invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza, according to White House spokesman John Kirby. This statement followed reports of Israeli forces reaching the city’s centre and seizing a strategically important hill near the Egyptian border. President Joe Biden had previously indicated he would limit weapons supplies to Israel if it entered Rafah’s densely populated areas, where many civilians are sheltering. John Kirby also addressed concerns regarding an Israeli strike that killed at least 45 Palestinians at a camp for…

Front page summary The Independent – Now it gets personal: Voters like and trust Keir more than Rishi The front page of The Independent leads on the upcoming general election. The paper’s exclusive reports that the general election is turning into a ‘presidential’ style contest between Sunak and Starmer and polling suggests the Labour leader will win easily with voters. Elsewhere, the front page features a large image of a boy standing amid the rubble yesterday after a deadly missile attack that killed mostly women and children. The paper says the Israeli missile attack on the refugee camp has been internationally condemned.Israel…

Front page summary The Guardian – Global outrage over dozens killed in Israeli airstrike on Rafah campThe front page of The Guardian reports that an Israeli airstrike that caused a huge blaze at a tented area for displaced people in Rafah has killed 45 people, medics have said, with images of charred and dismembered children prompting an outcry from global leaders and putting ceasefire talks in jeopardy.Elsewhere, the front page reports on Tory MPs defecting to Reform. The paper says Sunak has struggled to keep control of his fractured party on a chaotic fifth day of the Tory election campaign,…

Front page summary The Metro – Keir Starmer: My Rocky Start In LifeThe front page of the Metro newspaper leads on Sir Keir Starmer’s speech yesterday which laid out his working-class background and ‘rocky’ start to life. Starmer says ‘you can trust me’ as both Sunak and Starmer’s general election campaigning is in full swing. Elsewhere, the front page looks ahead at the Love Island lineup.  General Election Day 1: Rishi’s bumpy take offBy WTX NewsMay 24, 2024 The main stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Have your say Newspaper…

Front page summary The National – Horror as Israel kills 45 in refugee camp strike: ‘Burned alive’ The front page of The National leads on a large image of the destruction following an Israeli airstrike on a refugee camp in the southern city of Rafah. 45 innocent people, including women and children, were killed in the strike. The paper picks up on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s comments that the strike on the camp was a ‘tragic mistake.’ Scotland’s FM John Swinney has written to PM Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer demanding the UK recognise the Palestinian state. Elsewhere, the front…

Front page summary The Herald (Scotland) – Heat Pumps: Myths, truths and costsFor The Herald’s fifth special series this year, Heat Pumps: Myths, Truths and Costs, the paper decided to look beyond the political debate, dig into the research, talk to the experts, and track down stories of people who have installed and lived with heat pumps.The entire front page is dedicated to the exclusive deep dive. The paper says a revolution in how we heat our homes in Scotland has started.  We are beginning to disconnect our homes from the gas that has warmed many of the country’s buildings since…

Front page summary Western Mail – Four stunning Welsh villages named among Britain’s greatest The front page of today’s Western Mail highlights four Welsh villages being recognised among Britain’s most stunning, a feature detailed on page 3. This accolade emphasises the scenic beauty and cultural significance of these locations within the UK.Another prominent story involves Michael Heseltine’s sharp criticism of the current election campaign, labelling it the “most dishonest” due to Brexit’s enduring impacts. Heseltine, a former Deputy Prime Minister, argues that key issues like the economy, defence, and immigration are being misleadingly addressed in isolation from Brexit’s consequences. This critique…

Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people Pope Francis reportedly used highly derogatory language in a private meeting at the Italian Bishops’ Conference when asked if gay men should be allowed to train for the priesthood if they remained celibate. He stated they should not be permitted and allegedly used an offensive slur in Italian, which has shocked many given his previous public statements advocating respect towards gay people. It is said that the Pope, speaking in Italian, said that there was, in the Church, already too much of an air of frociaggine, which translates as a highly offensive…

Papua New Guinea landslide: 2,000 feared buried and thousands more remain at risk Papua New Guinea authorities report that nearly 7,900 people near the site of a deadly landslide are “at risk” as rock and debris continue to move down the hillside. An evacuation alert has been issued, with a provincial official indicating that the mountain remains “very active.” Rescuers believe it is increasingly unlikely that victims will be found alive in the rubble. The country’s disaster agency fears that about 2,000 people were buried when the mountainside collapsed last Friday, a figure significantly higher than the UN’s estimate of…

Dozens reported killed in Israeli strike on Rafah At least 45 people, including women and children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons camp in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Videos from the Tal al-Sultan area on Sunday night depicted a large explosion and intense fires. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that two “senior Hamas terrorists” were targeted in the strike and stated they are “investigating the circumstances of the civilian deaths.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu referred to the incident as a “tragedy.” Earlier, Hamas had launched eight…

Netanyahu vows to continue war amid air strike condemnation Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to continue the military campaign against Hamas despite international condemnation of an airstrike that killed at least 45 Palestinians in Rafah on Sunday. The Hamas-run health ministry reported that hundreds more were treated for severe burns, fractures, and shrapnel wounds. Netanyahu described the strike as a “tragic mishap” but emphasised that the war would not end until all objectives were achieved. Netanyahu said Israel is taking “every precaution possible” to protect civilians, insisting that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are making their “best efforts…