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29.04.2025 โ€” Day Carney Defied Trump After Iberian Blackout Ended

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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 29.04.2025.

It displays 145 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

29.04.2025 โ‡ข Day Carney Defied Trump After Iberian Blackout Ended
โŒจMark Carney's Liberals secured a surprise victory in the Canadian election, with his defiant message that "Trump will never break Canada" dominating early morning headlines. Though initially reported as a majority, by afternoon CBC projected Carney would lead a minority government.

Power gradually returned across Spain and Portugal after yesterday's massive blackout affecting 50 million people. Spain ruled out cyber-attacks while opening a sabotage investigation, with The Sun reporting "unusual activity" in the UK grid. Spiked and Breitbart blamed reliance on solar energy and "Net Zero madness" for exacerbating the crisis.

Domestically, two men accused of felling Sycamore Gap tree appeared in court, allegedly filming themselves during the "moronic mission." Tony Blair publicly clashed with Ed Miliband over "irrational" net-zero policies, creating tension within Labour.

The day concluded with PSG defeating Arsenal 1-0 in their Champions League semi-final first leg.
29.04.2025
00:01
The Guardian

First polls have closed as Trump told to โ€˜stay out of our electionโ€™

00:01

00:19โ‡ขIberian Power Gradually Restored As Emergency Declared

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on a massive power outage affecting Spain and Portugal, with several sources noting that power is gradually returning (Sky News, The Independent, The Times). Spain has declared a state of emergency with 30,000 officers deployed (Daily Mail, The Times). The Daily Mail controversially questions whether "Net Zero" green energy policies exacerbated the crisis. Meanwhile, Canada's election concludes with first polls closing, as candidates urge unity against Trump's tariff threats (BBC News, The Guardian). Other stories include immigration protests in Ireland (Spiked) and BBC's failure to address "unacceptable" staff behavior in the Huw Edwards case (The Sun).
00:25
The Guardian

Power begins to return to Spain and Portugal after unprecedented blackout

00:25
00:33
The Guardian

First polls have closed as Trump told to โ€˜stay out of our electionโ€™

00:33
00:41
BBC

First results projected as Canada chooses PM to take on Trump

Mark Carney's Liberal Party, which has been in power for a decade, and the Conservatives led by Pierre Poilievre are clear front-runners.
00:41
01:38
BBC

First results suggest tight race in pivotal Canadian election

The Liberal Party's Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre of the Conservatives are clear front-runners to be the country's next PM.
01:38
01:38
The Guardian

Canada election 2025 live: first results come in as Trump told to โ€˜stay out of our electionโ€™

01:38
01:54
BBC

Early results suggest tight race in pivotal Canadian election

Polls have closed in most of the country, with the Liberal Party's Mark Carney and Conservative Pierre Poilievre clear front-runners to be PM.
01:54
02:27
BBC

Liberals projected to win Canada election - CBC

Polls have closed around the country, with Mark Carney's Liberal Party projected to form a government.
02:27
02:35
02:35
The Guardian

Canada election 2025 live: Mark Carneyโ€™s Liberal party projected to win after running on anti-Trump platform

02:35
02:44
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05:04
05:13
The Guardian

Canada election 2025 live: Pierre Poilievre congratulates Mark Carney after Liberal party wins

05:13

05:32โ‡ขCarney's Liberals Secure Surprise Canadian Victory

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on two major international stories. First, Mark Carney's Liberal Party has won the Canadian election in what multiple sources describe as a stunning comeback or turnaround against Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives (The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News, The Times). Second, Spain and Portugal continue to struggle with a massive power outage, with Spain declaring a national emergency as millions remain without electricity (BBC News, Metro). Meanwhile, The Spectator questions what Putin might have given North Korea in exchange for its help in Ukraine, while Spiked raises concerns about free speech restrictions in Britain and Europe.
05:47
The Guardian

Canada election 2025 live: Mark Carney says โ€˜Trump is trying to break usโ€™ after Liberal win

05:47
05:47
HuffPost UK
Tories Accused Of 'Gifting' Crunch By-Election To Reform UK
05:47
05:47
05:56
BBC

Power begins to return after mass blackouts hit Spain and Portugal

Power has been restored to about 90% of mainland Spain, but a state of emergency remains in place.
05:56
06:04
The Guardian

Mark Carney says โ€˜Trump is trying to break usโ€™ after Liberal win

06:04
06:22
06:30
BBC

Power returning to Spain and Portugal as authorities work to establish cause of mass outages

Power has been restored to more than 99% of mainland Spain, but a state of emergency remains in place.
06:30
06:30
06:38
BBC

Power returning to Spain and Portugal as officials work to establish cause of mass outages

Power has been restored to more than 99% of mainland Spain, but a state of emergency remains in place.
06:38

06:50โ‡ขCarney's Defiant Victory Rebukes Trump

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on two major international stories. First, Mark Carney's Liberal Party has secured a historic win in Canada's election, with multiple sources highlighting his defiant message that "Trump will never break Canada" (The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News, The Spectator, The Times). Second, power has been mostly restored across Spain and Portugal following massive outages, though a state of emergency remains (BBC News, The Mirror). In domestic politics, the Conservatives are accused of "gifting" a by-election to Reform UK (HuffPost UK), while royal watchers note Meghan Markle allegedly risks breaking her "Megxit" agreement (The Sun).
07:21
07:46
09:03
BBC

'We slept on the floor like dogs': Travel chaos in Spain, as officials try to find power cut cause

Passengers spent the night in train stations and sports halls, as power outages caused travel chaos in Spain and Portugal.
09:03
09:03
09:20
The Guardian

Carney clinches victory and says โ€˜Trump is trying to break usโ€™ as Conservative leader Poilievre loses seat

09:20
09:28
09:28
The Guardian

Carney clinches victory and says โ€˜Trump is trying to break usโ€™ as Conservative leader Poilievre set to lose seat

09:28
10:28
BBC

Spain rules out cyber-attack as cause of major power cuts, as travel chaos continues

Portugal's prime minister also says there is no indication of a cyber-attack, as officials investigate what caused the power cuts.
10:28

10:29โ‡ขCarney Vows Canadian Resistance To Trump

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on Mark Carney's victory in Canada's election, with his defiant statement that "Trump will never break us" (The Guardian, The Independent, The Times). Spain and Portugal continue addressing major power outages, with both countries ruling out cyber-attacks as the cause of disruptions (BBC News, Metro). In France, Jordan Bardella confirms he will run for president if Marine Le Pen's court ban is upheld (Breitbart London). Domestically, a court heard that suspects accused of felling the iconic Sycamore Gap tree sent video evidence of their act (Daily Mail), while the New Statesman characterizes Trump's first 100 days as "autocracy."
11:02
BBC

Donald Trump hits 100-day milestone in second term as US president

In three whirlwind months, he has reshaped the US government, while upending diplomatic and economic relationships around the world.
11:02
11:02
11:11
BBC

Trump's first 100 days - in numbers

We measure this US presidency so far on polling, actions, economy and immigration.
11:11
11:29
12:04
12:46
BBC

Carney celebrates historic win in Canada, with Conservative rival Poilievre projected to lose seat

The Liberal Party wins the election - but it's still too close to call whether the centre-left party will get a majority in parliament.
12:46
13:12
The Guardian

โ€˜Trump wanted to break usโ€™, says Carney as Liberals triumph in Canadian election

13:12
13:12

13:14โ‡ขCarney's Victory Celebrated As Sycamore Fellers Face Court

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on Mark Carney's historic Liberal Party victory in Canada's election, with headlines highlighting his defiant stance against Trump (BBC News, The Guardian, The Independent). In domestic news, the trial of two men accused of felling the iconic Sycamore Gap tree continues, with multiple sources reporting they allegedly filmed themselves during what prosecutors called a "moronic mission" (Metro, The Mirror, Daily Mail, The Times). Other stories include Rachel Reeves' childhood frugality foreshadowing her role as Chancellor (HuffPost UK), concerns about UK power grid "unusual activity" amid Spanish blackout investigations (The Sun), and ongoing gender politics debates involving PM Starmer and Ian Hislop (Spiked, The Spectator).
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14:03

15:19โ‡ขKate Debuts New Look On Royal Anniversary Trip

โŒจThe newspapers report on two main topics. First, royal news dominates tabloids with the Prince and Princess of Wales making an anniversary trip to the Isle of Mull, with multiple sources highlighting Kate's new "honey brown" hairstyle and jewelry on their 14th wedding anniversary (Daily Mail, The Mirror, The Sun). Second, energy policy debates continue with reports on Spain's blackout potentially linked to solar energy failures (Breitbart London), while domestically Tony Blair and Ed Miliband reportedly clash over net zero policies (The Independent). The trial of those accused of felling the iconic Sycamore Gap tree continues (The Times, Metro).
15:26
16:09
BBC

Canada-US partnership will be 'on our terms, not theirs', Carney tells BBC after election win

Canadian PM Mark Carney says he will only visit Washington when there's a "serious discussion to be had" that respects Canada's sovereignty.
16:09
16:09
16:18
BBC

Carney celebrates Canadian election win as Poilievre loses seat

In an interview with the BBC, Mark Carney says he will only visit Washington when there's a "serious discussion to be had" that respects Canada's sovereignty.
16:18
16:18
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16:35
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17:52

19:11โ‡ขCarney Pledges Canadian Independence From Trump

โŒจThe newspapers report on Trump's first 100 days as president, with coverage highlighting tensions with Canada as PM Carney states he'll deal with Trump "on our terms" (BBC News, HuffPost UK). Trump's White House redecoration featuring gold decor (The Mirror) and his call with Bezos over Amazon tariffs (Sky News) capture media attention. Domestically, Tony Blair's criticism of "irrational" net-zero policies creates conflict with Ed Miliband (The Times, The Independent), while a Channel 4 poll shows voters preferring "none of the above" as leader. In sports, PSG leads Arsenal 1-0 in Champions League (The Sun).
19:25
19:33
20:07
BBC

Carneyโ€™s Liberal Party falls short of winning majority in election, public broadcaster projects

Carney's victory is a remarkable turnaround for Canada's centre-left Liberal Party, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre loses his seat.
20:07
20:15
BBC

Carney's Liberal Party projected to form minority government, falling short of majority - CBC

The Liberals' minority victory means they will have to work with smaller parties to govern after defeating Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives.
20:15
20:23
BBC

Carney's Liberal Party projected to form minority government in Canada, falling short of majority - CBC

The Liberals' minority victory means they will have to work with smaller parties to govern after defeating Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives.
20:23
21:05
BBC

Trump to address rally in Michigan as he marks 100 days in office

The president's speech comes after he signed an order easing the impact of his tariffs on US car makers.
21:05

21:07โ‡ขBlair Calls Net-Zero Policies "Doomed To Fail"

โŒจThe newspapers report on three key themes. First, Trump's first 100 days in office remains prominent, with coverage of his Michigan rally (BBC News), joking about his "number one choice" for Pope, and resolving tensions with Amazon's Bezos (Sky News). Second, UK election coverage intensifies with Channel 4's debate revealing voter frustration over taxes, housing and public services. Third, energy policy debates continue as Tony Blair publicly clashes with Labour over "irrational" net-zero policies, calling attempts to phase out fossil fuels "doomed to fail" (The Times, The Independent).
22:11
BBC

Trump addressing rally in Michigan as he marks 100 days in office

The president's speech comes after he signed an order easing the impact of his tariffs on US car makers.
22:11
22:46
23:29
The Guardian

Trump adjusts auto tariffs after claiming he โ€˜wanted to helpโ€™ US automakers

23:29