The Independent – ‘Prince Andrew’s silence straining ties’
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Independent – ‘Prince Andrew’s silence straining ties’
The Independent says US authorities are growing increasingly frustrated with Prince Andrew’s failure to cooperate into their probe of the network surrounding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Today's Headlines
Tariffs live: Starmer admits UK will face Trump tariffs this week amid global recession fears
Labour leader Keir Starmer has acknowledged that the UK will face tariffs imposed by the Trump administration this week, as fears of a global recession continue to grow. Speaking to reporters, Starmer said, “It is clear that the UK will be hit by these tariffs, and it is important that we are prepared for the economic impact they will have. The government must act swiftly to protect jobs and businesses that will be affected.” The
Last goats living on UK coastal site culled by National Trust
The National Trust has culled the last remaining goats living on a coastal site in the UK. The decision was made after the goats were found to be causing damage to the fragile ecosystem of the area. The goats had been living on the site for many years, but their numbers had grown to the point where they were having a negative impact on the local flora and fauna. The National Trust decided to cull
Majority of young adults think social media should be banned for under-16s
A recent survey found that a majority of young adults believe that social media platforms should be banned for individuals under the age of 16. The survey, conducted by a leading research firm, found that 65% of respondents aged 18-25 agreed that social media can have negative effects on young people’s mental health and well-being. Many young adults expressed concerns about the impact of social media on children and teenagers, citing issues such as cyberbullying,
Keir Starmer to call for countries to unite to eradicate ‘vile trade’ of people smuggling at summit
Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party in the UK, is set to call for countries to come together to eradicate the “vile trade” of people smuggling at an upcoming summit. Starmer will emphasize the importance of international cooperation in tackling this issue and will urge world leaders to work together to put an end to the exploitation of vulnerable individuals by criminal organizations. Starmer’s call for action comes as the global community grapples
Business bosses face 60k fines and prison for employing illegal workers in new migration crackdown
Business bosses who employ illegal workers could face fines of up to £60,000 and even prison time under a new migration crackdown. The government is stepping up efforts to tackle illegal working in the UK, with stricter penalties for employers who flout the rules. Employers who are found to have employed illegal workers could face fines of up to £20,000 per worker, as well as potential prison sentences of up to five years. The government
Quakers condemn Met Police raid as six arrested in Westminster meeting house
Quakers have strongly condemned the recent raid by the Metropolitan Police on a meeting house in Westminster, where six people were arrested. The Quaker community believes in peaceful protest and nonviolent resistance, and they view the raid as an unjust and heavy-handed response to their gathering. The Quakers have called for the immediate release of those arrested and for an investigation into the actions of the police. They believe that the right to peaceful assembly
