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The ongoing chaos in South Korea is dominating news globally as MPs have begun impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his shock move to impose martial law. The overnight chaos has come as a shock for many – not just in South Korea, but around the world.

In domestic news, convicted killer Lucy Letby has been interviewed by police in prison under caution as part of ongoing investigations into more baby deaths at two hospitals, Cheshire Constabulary has confirmed.

Pep Guardiola has hit back at claims from TV pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher that the City boss has fallen out with midfielder Kevin de Bruyne.

Scotland women’s national team missed out on a place at next year’s Euros after losing 2-0 to Finland. Wales booked their place – the first major tournament for the team – after beating Ireland 2-1 yesterday in Dublin. The Lionesses beat Switzerland 1-0 in a friendly which saw many of the young lionesses get a start.

‘Groping’ and ‘touching’: Fresh claims against Gregg Wallace MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace is facing fresh allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour after he stepped down from…

Letby interviewed in prison over more baby deaths Lucy Letby has been interviewed by police in prison under caution as part of ongoing investigations into…

DWP benefits news: December 2024 dates for Universal Credit and pensions Benefits going out as usual over Christmas with double payments if you have children…

Western Mail front page 04/12/2024 The front page of the Western Mail this morning leads on Wales’ women’s National Football team beating Ireland 2-1 to book…

The Irish News front page 04/12/2024 The front page of The Irish News this morning leads with news that veteran republican Marian Price is to sue…

The National 04/12/2024 The front page of The National this morning leads with an exclusive interview with the Palestinian ambassador to the UK. THE Palestinian ambassador to…

South Korea’s political crisis leads many papers this morning as President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law before the country’s parliament rejected the move. It caused a night of chaos and fear for South Korea and now the president is facing calls for his resignation and calls for impeachment.

The tabloids continue their coverage of the Gregg Wallace scandal as more allegations come to light. The papers report the latest allegations that Wallace groped contestants on MasterChef.

The October Budget has ongoing coverage as the papers speculate on a potential U-turn.

Pictures of the royal family – mostly Princess Kate, make many of the front pages as she returned to royal duties last night following her cancer treatment.

Claire Hanna abstained from last week’s Westminster vote on the assisted dying bill after her prior consideration of the issue “came to a dead heat”.The…

The mother of Malika Noor Al Katib will be with her daughter for one last time for a sacred Muslim cleansing ritual, which is due…

The Metro Front Page 4/12/2024The front page of the Metro this morning reports on Princess Kate’s return to public duties following her cancer treatment. The headline…

The Independent front page 4/12/2024 The front page of The Independent leads on the Chancellor backtracking on her pledge not to increase taxes on business.The…

The Guardian front page 4/12/2024  The front page of The Guardian reports on the turmoil in South Korea after the president declared martial law, before…

A grandmother looking for her lost cat apparently fell into a sinkhole that had recently opened above an abandoned western Pennsylvania coal mine and rescuers…

A grandmother looking for her lost cat apparently fell into a sinkhole that had recently opened above an abandoned western Pennsylvania coal mine and rescuers…

Cyber warfare is escalating across Europe with malicious cyber attacks combing with espionage, sabotage, acts of violence, and disinformation, the EU’s cyber agency has warned.ENISA…

The new cycle lane would go through Bank (Picture: Richard Baker/Getty) The plans for a new cycle lane through the City of london are set…

Actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, who made history on Strictly Come Dancing as the show’s first deaf contestant, is to receive a royal honour at Windsor Castle.The…

The BBC is under pressure to pull MasterChef off the air following the accusations against presenter Gregg Wallace. The BBC has so far rejected the calls. 

Greg Wallace is facing further backlash after his apology for recent comments that those who accused him of inappropriate behaviour were just ‘middle-class women of a certain age.’ The BBC is also under pressure to pull his hit show MasterChef amid the allegations.

The prime minister delivered a foreign policy speech on Monday saying the UK does not need to choose between the US and the EU and that keeping close relations with both was vital. The comments come ahead of Donald Trump’s return to the White House – which could be a tough time for the bloc as well as Canada and Mexico, as Trump threatens tariffs.

Stalking victims will get “peace of mind” by being told the identity of their abusers under new government proposals, the minister for safeguarding has said. Jess Phillips said the proposed “right to know” statutory guidance aims to tell victims the identity of their abuser at the earliest opportunity.

Tuesday will be dry, bright and cold across England and Wales. A dry and cold start further north too, but rain will arrive into Northern Ireland and northern Scotland around lunchtime, turning to snow across the hills in Scotland. Tonight: Rain will move into northern England for a time this evening, before fading away. Largely dry elsewhere with just a few showers in the north and west. Cold and frosty.

Tuesday’s tabloids continue coverage of the Gregg Wallace scandal – reporting that he has since apologised for his comments that his accusers are just “middle-class women of a certain age”. Several papers report MPs want a cultural change at the BBC, noting this is another in a string of allegations made against a BBC presenter, whilst other headlines reflect news that the BBC will continue to air his show MasterChef, despite the growing list of accusations.

The prime minister’s foreign policy speech at the Lord Mayor’s banquet on Monday has provoked contrasting reactions from the press.

International news also finds a place on the UK front pages this morning. Donald Trump has threatened to release and pardon January 6 rioters, in response to Joe Biden issuing a ‘full and unconditional’ pardon to his son Hunter Biden.

There are fears that the French government is about to collapse after the French prime minister pushed through his ‘austerity’ budget.

The latest Premier League gossip dominates the back pages.

“Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full-time. I am thrilled that he will now have that opportunity as the top diplomat, representing the USA to one of America’s most cherished and beloved allies,” Trump posted on his Truth Social social media platform. 

What really helps with hangovers? – podcast What if you could take a pill or a shot that could reduce your blood alcohol level and…

Fast forward in your mind to summer 2024, the Euros about to kick off and excitement building right across our shared islands. We all know…