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The Independent leads with Labour’s Sir Keir Starmer who will reportedly say he will relax the UK’s immigration laws after PM Rishi Sunak rebuffed the CBI. The Labour leader will deliver a speech later in which he will say he will be pragmatic on migrant workers with his strategy for growth. 

The front page features a large image of Jude Bellingham who scored his first England goal yesterday – “England hit six in World Cup rout” says the headline.  

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Number of overweight teens in England has soared by 50% since 2008

Number of overweight teens in England has soared by 50% since 2008

According to a study conducted by the Health and Social Care Information Centre, the number of overweight teens in England has increased by 50% since 2008. This rise in obesity rates among teenagers is a concerning trend that highlights the need for more effective strategies to promote healthy eating and physical activity among young people. The study also found that the prevalence of obesity among teenagers has more than doubled over the past decade, indicating

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Tariffs live: Trump makes major China tariffs concession as US-UK trade deal ‘only days away’

Tariffs live: Trump makes major China tariffs concession as US-UK trade deal ‘only days away’

President Trump has made a major concession on tariffs with China as the US-UK trade deal is said to be only days away. The US and China have been locked in a trade war for over a year, with both countries imposing tariffs on each other’s goods. However, Trump has now agreed to roll back some of the tariffs on Chinese imports, in a move that is seen as a sign of progress in the

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Cultural events and traditions to be protected in new UK heritage list

Cultural events and traditions to be protected in new UK heritage list

Notting Hill Carnival: This annual event in London celebrates Caribbean culture and has become a significant part of the city’s cultural landscape. Bonfire Night: Also known as Guy Fawkes Night, this tradition involves lighting bonfires and setting off fireworks to commemorate the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Highland Games: These traditional Scottish events feature athletic competitions, music, dancing, and other cultural activities. Morris dancing: A traditional English folk dance that has been performed for centuries

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Tariffs live: Trump insists policy ‘doing really well’ despite China hiking levies on American goods to 125%

Tariffs live: Trump insists policy ‘doing really well’ despite China hiking levies on American goods to 125%

President Trump continues to defend his administration’s tariff policy, despite China’s recent decision to increase levies on American goods to 125%. Trump insists that the tariffs are “doing really well” and are necessary to protect American industries and workers. The escalating trade war between the US and China has caused uncertainty and volatility in global markets, with both countries imposing tariffs on billions of dollars worth of each other’s goods. Critics of the tariffs argue

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UK to send hundreds of thousands of military drones to bolster Ukraine war effort

UK to send hundreds of thousands of military drones to bolster Ukraine war effort

The UK government has announced plans to send hundreds of thousands of military drones to bolster the war effort in Ukraine. The drones will be used for surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting enemy positions. The decision to send the drones comes as part of a broader effort to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. The UK has already provided military assistance to Ukraine, including weapons, ammunition, and training for Ukrainian forces. The drones are

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Trump tariffs live: Asian markets tumble after Trump admits concerns over ‘costs and problems’

Trump tariffs live: Asian markets tumble after Trump admits concerns over ‘costs and problems’

Asian markets tumbled on Thursday after US President Donald Trump admitted that he has concerns over the “costs and problems” of his trade tariffs. Trump’s comments came as the US and China continue to engage in a trade war, with both countries imposing tariffs on each other’s goods. The Nikkei in Japan fell 1.1%, the Hang Seng in Hong Kong dropped 1.5%, and the Shanghai Composite in China was down 1.3%. Investors are worried that

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