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The Kenyan government warned that the water bodies “have filled up or are nearly filled up and may spill over any time, posing a high risk to persons living in their neighbourhood.”  

Turkey has halted all trade with Israel due to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The Turkish trade ministry stated that this measure will continue until Israel allows a sufficient flow of aid into Gaza. 

Front page summary The Independent – Tory mayor’s swipe at Sunak: they’ll vote for me – not for you The Independent says Exclusive: Tees Valley mayor’s extraordinary broadside against his own party as Tories brace for drubbing in local elections – and MPs plot no-confidence vote in event of Labour landslide. In an exclusive interview with The Independent, Lord Houchen warned that his potential defeat in this week’s local elections should be “a wake-up call” for Tory MPs. The front page has a large image of cops rounding up migrants for Rishi’s Rwanda flights. The Independent – Rwanda flight farce:…

Front page summary The Guardian – Labour faces criticism over loophole in plan to ban zero-hour contracts The Guardian reports that Labour is facing criticism over plans for a loophole that will allow the continuation of zero-hours contracts, despite previously pledging to ban them. Keir Starmer’s party is preparing to announce details of its promise to overhaul workers’ rights if it gets into power – a centrepiece of its early plans for government, but subject to fierce lobbying from businesses. Labour has repeatedly promised to ban zero-hours contracts, under which an employer is not obliged to provide any minimum number…

Front page summary Metro – Our fresh sorrow The Metro leads with the news 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who was killed in the Hainault sword attack yesterday, went to a school also attended by Nottingham attack victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar. Daniel was a pupil at private school Bancroft’s in Woodford Green, the same school in east London attended by Grace O’Malley-Kumar, a medical student who was murdered in a knife attack in Nottingham last summer. In a statement on its website, independent school Bancroft’s said: ‘We are devastated by the heartbreaking news of the death of Daniel Anjorin, who attended our school.…

Front page summary The Sun – Trent and Jude Law’s girl The Sun leads with a story claiming Liverpool and England star Trent Alexander-Arnold has been seen out with actor Jude Law’s daughter. SHE has a very famous mum and dad – Jude Law and Sadie Frost – and a high flying modelling career. So it’s no surprise that Iris Law, who was recently spotted with spotted with England footballer Trent Alexander-Arnold, has a jet setting lifestyle – with trips to Japan, America and exotic beaches. Tributes to Daniel Anjorin make the front page. The Sun – Boy, 14, never…

Front page summary Daily Mirror – Horror sword rampage: Our hearts are broken Tributes to teenager Daniel Anjorin, who was killed in the Hainault sword attack, make up the Daily Mirror’s front page. Friends told of shock at Daniel’s death. Cyan Thompson, 19, told the Independent: “I’m way older but Daniel was better than me at maths. I was planning on playing football with him later today, but that’s not going to happen. “He was like a prime Messi, he could get past me very easily. He was small but very jinky. He was a very determined guy. I support…

Front page summary Daily Express – Heartbroken family pay tribute to wonderful child The family of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin have paid tribute to the 14-year-old after he was killed in a sword attack in northeast London, the Daily Express reports. The teenager is the son of a science teacher at a Catholic school in Walthamstow. A message sent to parents at Holy Family Catholic School said: “It is with great sadness that I share with you the news of the death of the child of one of our staff members.” The entire front page is dedicated to the story. Daily…

Most of Thursday’s front pages lead with the first pictures of the 14-year-old boy who was killed in the London sword attack. A stranger stabbed Daniel Anjorin as he was en route to school. The attack is not suspected to be terrorism, and police confirm the schoolboy was not known to the attacker. It is not believed to have been a targeted attack. 

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 36, was charged with Daniel’s murder.

Many of the back pages report on Borussia Dortmund’s 1-0 win over PSG in the first leg of the semi-finals of the Champions League. Elsewhere, in the WSL, Chelsea’s title hopes have been dashed after a shock 4-3 Liverpool win. 

Nearly 100 schools in and around India’s capital, Delhi, had to evacuate thousands of students because they received fake bomb threats through emails.

Lawmakers in the Solomon Islands have picked a leader who is friendly with China as their prime minister. This suggests that the country will keep being close to Beijing.

Police officers, soldiers, and other government workers will see their pay go up, and it will be retroactive to January.

Anthony Blinken has told Israel and Hamas to seek deal that will bring about a ceasefire and free the remaining hostages held in Gaza.

Blinken Urges Israeli Leaders to Agree to Ceasefire in Gaza: “The Time is Now” US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel, pushing for a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Blinken met with Israeli leaders, including President Isaac Herzog, to discuss the urgent need for a ceasefire that would bring hostages home and suspend the nearly seven months of war. The US is desperate to get the Israelis to ceasefire. Blinken emphasized that Hamas would be to blame if a deal is not reached, and urged for no delays or excuses in…

Front page summary The Independent – Rwanda flight farce: Tories hunt for 3,500 missing migrants The Independent says Rishi Sunak is facing accusations his flagship Rwanda policy has become a “farce” after ministers promised to find thousands of missing asylum seekers earmarked for deportation. Police raids could be among a range of measures used to locate them, health secretary Victoria Atkins suggested. Elsewhere, a still image from a doorbell camera shows the moment the East London sword attack suspect was approached and Tasered by officers. The Independent – SNP leader jumps before he’s pushed By WTX NewsApril 30, 2024 The…

Front page summary Metro – Courage of sword cops The Metro says two police officers were injured as they attempted to tackle a man armed with a sword following a deadly attack in which a 14-year-old boy was killed. The Metropolitan Police confirmed a 36-year-old man remains in hospital after he was arrested 22 minutes following the first 999 call. He suffered injuries when his van collided with a building, meaning police have been unable to interview him so far, Assistant Commissioner Louisa Rolfe said. Elsewhere an image of King Charles also makes the paper, as he returns to public…

Front page summary The Guardian – 22 minutes of horror: boy killed in sword rampage The Guardian says police are searching for answers after a man with a sword went on a 22-minute rampage in northeast London, during which a 14-year-old boy was killed. Ch Supt Stuart Bell of the Met appealed for time to find answers. “I know the families of those involved, the local and wider community and many across London will want to know why this terrible incident occurred,” he said. “And it’s our job to find that out and we will. I’m committed to providing those…

Front page summary Daily Express – Boy, 14, killed in horror sword attack The Daily Express leads its front page with a report of a sword attack in northeast London in which a 14-year-old boy was killed. Four other people were also rushed to hospital, including two police officers called to the scene in Hainault. A 36-year-old man remains in custody after being Tasered by police. One eyewitness told how they saw a boy “knifed in the head”. James Fernando, 39, told Express.co.uk that he also saw a man stabbed in the neck. Another witness, Chris Bates, said: “He [the…

Front page summary Daily Mirror – Sword attack horror A witness spoke to the Daily Mirror, saying: “I can’t stop envisaging his face.” Under the headline “Sword attack horror”, the paper features a still from footage of the attacker being tasered. Met Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell said the individual was tasered at the scene and arrested 22 minutes after the force received the initial report. Providing updates on the conditions of the hospitalised victims, Mr Bell said that two members of the public sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Two of his officers sustained stab wounds considered “significant”, but “not life-threatening” at this…

Front page summary The Sun – Boy, 14, never stood a chance The Sun says cops screamed “Lock your doors!” at terrified residents when a sword maniac went on the rampage killing a boy of 14 and injuring four others  yesterday morning. The crazed man yelled “do you believe in God?” and lunged at targets during 21 minutes of bloody mayhem. They said the boy was not known to the attacker. Two officers were injured trying to restrain the man. One female officer almost had her hand severed. The front page also reports on Marcus Rashford’s date night, and the…

In Georgia, riot police have used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators protesting against a bill criticised by the opposition for its perceived threat to media freedoms.

The Garrick Club, a prestigious men-only club in London, is facing a potential exodus of high-profile members, including musicians Sting and Mark Knopfler, if a vote next Tuesday does not approve the admission of women. In a letter co-signed by leading theatre producers and actors, including Stephen Fry and Karl Sydow, the members expressed their concerns about the negative publicity surrounding the club’s men-only policy. The letter, addressed to the Garrick chair, Christopher Kirker, highlighted the impact of the club’s membership rules on their professional relationships with female artists and colleagues. The signatories, who are involved in numerous West End…

But now, a new trend is emerging in the world of fish and chips. The classic dish is getting a modern twist as chefs across the country are experimenting with unique and innovative ways to serve up this beloved meal. From gourmet fish and chip restaurants to food trucks and pop-up stalls, the traditional fish supper is being reinvented in exciting and unexpected ways. Chefs are using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative cooking techniques to elevate this humble dish to new heights. One popular variation is the use of different types of fish, such as haddock, cod, or even…

Israeli PM Netanyahu says Rafah attack will happen regardless of deal Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said his country will launch an invasion of Rafah regardless of truce talks with Hamas.  More than 1 million civilians are sheltering in the southern Gaza city of Rafah. The US and its allies have repeatedly warned against an invasion of Rafah due to fears of a high level of civilian deaths. The US has called on Israel to ensure civilians will be properly protected.  The prime minister’s comments come amid attempts to reach a ceasefire and a deal to see the hostages released. …

An attack in north-east London on Tuesday morning has been declared a critical incident after five people were stabbed.