April
01.04.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Tariff Liberation Loomed As Virginia Clarified

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Trump's imminent "Liberation Day" tariffs dominated coverage throughout April 1st, with UK promising a "calm" response while the EU prepared "strong" retaliation. Morning reports warned of potential $1.4 trillion global economic damage, with afternoon coverage revealing at least 25,000 UK jobs at risk despite earlier optimism about securing exemptions.

Myanmar earthquake coverage continued with the death toll exceeding 2,000 and the military junta accused of blocking aid while continuing airstrikes. BBC described Mandalay, once the "city of gold," as now reeking "of death."

Virginia Giuffre's health claims generated confusion until she clarified in the afternoon that she had "mistakenly" posted about having "four days to live" following what Australian police called a "minor crash with no injuries."

Domestic news focused on "Awful April" bill increases affecting millions, alongside a fatal police shooting of a man reportedly carrying a firearm at a railway station.
02.04.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Trump Liberation Tariffs Landed As Kilmer Departed

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Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs dominated coverage, culminating in his evening announcement of 10% tariffs on UK imports, 20% on EU goods, and 25% on all foreign automobiles. Media reported these measures could cost Britain 25,000 jobs, with markets described as a "sea of red." Starmer insisted the UK was "prepared for all eventualities" while "ruling nothing out," though reports suggested he would not immediately retaliate.

Hollywood actor Val Kilmer's death at 65 from pneumonia received extensive morning coverage, with outlets highlighting his "haunting last post" and iconic roles in Top Gun and Batman.

Other developments included Elon Musk's reported withdrawal from his White House advisory role amid "private doubts" from Trump, reports of a funeral director charged with 64 offences after 35 bodies were removed from a funeral home, and the continuing search for an 11-year-old girl who fell into the Thames.
03.04.2025
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Thursday
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Day Trump Tariffs Crashed Markets As World Prepared Retaliation

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Trump's tariff announcement dominated coverage, with Asian markets tumbling overnight following his "Liberation Day" policy implementing a 10% baseline tariff on all countries including the UK, 20% on EU, and potentially up to 50% on others. By morning, Prime Minister Starmer acknowledged these would "clearly hit UK economy" as markets plunged.

By midday, the UK revealed a 400-page list of US products for potential retaliatory tariffs, with Starmer saying "nothing is off the table." As US markets opened, Wall Street experienced its steepest drop since 2020, with reports of "trillions wiped off" despite Trump claiming "markets are going to boom."

The EU, China, and Canada all vowed countermeasures, with Germany's Chancellor calling it an "attack on the global trade order." Media also covered a tourist arrested for leaving a Coke can with an isolated tribe, and reports questioning Lucy Letby's murder convictions.
04.04.2025
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Friday
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Day Markets Tumbled as China Retaliated

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Markets continued their nosedive for a second day, with the FTSE 100 suffering its biggest drop since the pandemic. Morning reports showed Asian markets extending losses while Trump falsely claimed Starmer was "happy" with UK tariffs, prompting ministerial rebuke.

By mid-morning, China announced 34% retaliatory tariffs on US goods effective April 10, triggering further market plunges. Trump doubled down, saying China "played it wrong" and insisting his "policies will never change," despite the $2.5 trillion already wiped from Wall Street. The US Federal Reserve warned of higher inflation and slower growth.

Meanwhile, Russell Brand was charged with rape and sexual assaults against four women over a six-year period, breaking his silence in the afternoon to claim he was "a sex addict but never a rapist." Evening reports detailed he was charged by post while in Florida but would return to face allegations.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was also unanimously removed from office following impeachment.
05.04.2025
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Saturday
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Day Global Markets Trembled Under Trump's Tariffs

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Trump's 10% tariffs on UK and other nations came into effect, prompting Jaguar Land Rover to halt US shipments by early afternoon. Morning reports highlighted global market turmoil, with US stocks experiencing their worst week since Covid. China's retaliatory tariffs raised fears of a widening trade war.

The Grand National horse race provided a brief distraction, with 33/1 outsider Nick Rockett winning the £1 million prize in a father-son triumph for Willie and Patrick Mullins.

Security concerns intensified with a former MI6 boss warning Britain must prepare for war against Russia, while evening reports revealed intelligence warnings that Putin is plotting to sabotage UK gas pipelines, recommending Britons prepare 72-hour "survival kits."

Anti-Trump "Hands Off" protests spread across US cities, with over 1,000 demonstrations by late evening. A significant political scandal emerged as Labour MP Dan Norris was arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences.
06.04.2025
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Sunday
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Day Fifty Nations Sought Tariff Negotiations

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Trump's tariffs ignited a new diplomatic rush with over 50 countries contacting the US to negotiate terms, marking a significant shift in the global trade landscape. Prime Minister Starmer declared "the world as we knew it has gone" and promised to shield UK businesses from tariff impacts, later announcing "bold changes" to electric vehicle regulations.

Israel admitted mistakes in killing 15 Gaza medics while denying entry to Labour MPs, triggering a diplomatic row with Foreign Secretary Badenoch criticized for her "disgraceful" response. Anti-Trump protests intensified with tens of thousands rallying in Washington DC as part of nationwide "Hands Off" demonstrations across all 50 states.

National security concerns persisted with reports that Putin is plotting to sabotage UK gas pipelines, prompting recommendations for Britons to prepare 72-hour survival kits. Meanwhile, Labour MP Dan Norris's arrest on suspicion of rape and child sex offences continued to reverberate through political circles.
07.04.2025
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Monday
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Day Markets Plummeted Under Trump's "Medicine"

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Global markets experienced severe turmoil as Trump's tariff "medicine" took effect. Asian markets opened with steep declines, setting the tone for a day of financial panic. By morning, European markets followed suit with the FTSE 100 plunging 6% to a one-year low.

Trump remained defiant throughout the day, dismissing calls for a tariff pause while threatening China with an additional 50% tariff if Beijing didn't withdraw its 34% retaliatory levies. BlackRock's CEO stated the US was "probably in recession" while Goldman Sachs raised recession chances to 45%.

Prime Minister Starmer characterized the tariffs as a "huge challenge" as his government prepared a response to protect British interests. Meanwhile, France warned the EU could take "extremely aggressive" actions against US tariffs, while the EU offered a "zero-for-zero tariff" arrangement on industrial goods.

By day's end, most US markets closed down after a rollercoaster trading session, with growing fears of an "economic nuclear winter."
08.04.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Markets Rebounded As China Vowed To Fight

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Markets rebounded despite escalating US-China trade tensions, with Asian markets rallying and European exchanges opening higher after days of losses. China vowed to "fight to the end" against Trump's tariffs, describing US actions as "economic bullying" while the EU pleaded with Beijing not to escalate.

By midday, Chancellor Reeves stated "nothing off the table" in US trade talks as she sought to limit damage from potential tariffs on British industries. Trump's treasury secretary called the China tariff escalation a "big mistake," revealing internal MAGA divisions further exposed when Elon Musk publicly attacked Trump's trade adviser as "dumber than a sack of bricks."

By evening, the White House confirmed implementation of 104% tariffs on Chinese goods as Trump praised the "explosive" duties, despite waning hopes for tariff delays causing Wall Street to slump again. International tensions increased with reports claiming Chinese soldiers had been captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine.
09.04.2025
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Wednesday
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Day China Escalated While Trump Partially Retreated

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Trump's 104% tariffs on China and levies on 60 countries took effect at midnight, immediately causing Asian markets to fall. By morning, China accused the US of "bullying" while Trump claimed countries were "kissing my a**" for trade deals.

By midday, Beijing retaliated with 84% tariffs on US goods, accelerating the trade war. The EU simultaneously voted for its own retaliatory measures against Washington.

The afternoon saw UK stocks drop to a 13-month low amid warnings of intensified economic uncertainty. Then came a dramatic shift: Trump announced a 90-day pause on higher tariffs for most countries, setting a "baseline" of 10% - but increased China's rate to 125%, citing Beijing's "lack of respect."

Markets soared on this partial retreat, with Trump explaining countries were getting "yippy" and "afraid." The White House later confirmed Trump remains open to negotiations despite the China escalation.
10.04.2025
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Thursday
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Day China Faced 145% Tariffs While The World Received Respite

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The morning opened with markets rallying worldwide in response to Trump's tariff reversal from the previous evening. While most countries received a 90-day pause with a 10% baseline tariff, China faced intensified isolation as Beijing's 84% retaliatory tariffs took effect.

By midday, the EU announced it would suspend its counter-tariffs for 90 days, mirroring Trump's timeline for negotiations. The White House clarified that US tariffs on China had reached 145%, significantly higher than the previously reported 125%.

Despite global market rallies, US markets opened lower, with Trump's former Treasury Secretary calling the tariffs "the worst self-inflicted wound" on a successful economy. Trump acknowledged "transition difficulty" but promised "everything will be beautiful in the end."

The evening news shifted to a helicopter crash in New York's Hudson River, which killed six people including three children after the aircraft's blades detached mid-air.
11.04.2025
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Friday
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Day China Raised Tariffs While Parliament Recalled For Steel

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China escalated the trade war by raising tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, with President Xi urging the EU to resist Trump's "bullying." Markets remained volatile despite Trump's insistence the US was "doing really well" and White House claims of "great optimism."

The tragic helicopter crash in New York's Hudson River that killed a Siemens executive, his wife and three children continued to receive extensive coverage, with reports the family was celebrating one of the children's birthdays.

By afternoon, domestic politics took center stage as Parliament was recalled to pass emergency legislation to save British Steel and potentially nationalise the company, with PM Starmer warning national security was "on the line."

Prince Harry claimed his police protection was withdrawn as a deliberate plot to prevent him and Meghan from leaving the Royal Family, generating significant media attention.
12.04.2025
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Saturday
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Parliament Takes Control of British Steel Plant

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Parliament was recalled from Easter holidays for an emergency session to debate the nationalization of British Steel's Scunthorpe plant. The bill passed through both Houses and received Royal Assent by evening, after Chinese owners reportedly attempted to access key areas of the site.

The international trade war continued to develop, with Trump exempting smartphones and computers from his Chinese tariffs - a significant reversal that analysts called a victory for China and Apple. Despite this concession, Trump continued claiming his tariff policy was "doing really well" despite mounting recession fears.

A Trump envoy meeting with Putin proposed dividing Ukraine like post-war Berlin as part of peace negotiations, while NATO warned Russia may be planning to deploy nuclear weapons in space.

The Manchester Arena bomber's brother attacked three prison guards with hot cooking oil and makeshift weapons, leaving one with life-threatening injuries.
13.04.2025
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Sunday
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Day Russian Missiles Killed Dozens While McIlroy Won Masters

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Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Sumy city dominated news coverage, with the death toll steadily increasing throughout the day from 20 to 34, including children. Trump's envoy to Ukraine condemned the attack as crossing "any lines of decency," highlighting the ongoing conflict despite peace talk rumors reported in previous days.

Celebrity news featured prominently with Mickey Rourke's removal from Celebrity Big Brother after threatening behavior toward Chris Hughes, with footage of the confrontation released by evening.

The ongoing British Steel crisis continued from previous days, with the Business Secretary indicating nationalization was "perhaps the likely option" while rejecting Chinese involvement - a significant development following Parliament's emergency session on Saturday to take control of the Scunthorpe plant.

By late evening, attention shifted to Rory McIlroy's dramatic Masters victory in a sudden-death playoff against Justin Rose, completing his career Grand Slam after nearly throwing away a substantial lead.
14.04.2025
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Monday
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Day Chinese Sabotage Claims Fueled Steel Crisis While Trump Blamed Three Leaders

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British Steel dominated headlines with allegations of Chinese "sabotage" at the Scunthorpe plant following the emergency nationalization. Government ministers expressed confidence in securing raw materials for the furnaces amid a diplomatic row with China, which issued its first statement on the situation.

Trump made controversial statements blaming Putin, Biden and Zelensky for "millions" of deaths in Ukraine, while Zelensky urged Trump to visit Ukraine before making any deal with Russia. This followed Sunday's deadly Russian missile attack on Sumy that Trump called "a mistake."

Katy Perry's historic space journey with an all-female crew aboard Blue Origin's rocket generated extensive coverage throughout the day, with media focusing on her emotional reaction upon return.

Former Conservative MP Craig Williams was among 15 people charged with gambling offenses related to betting on the 2024 election date. The inquest into Warwick Davis's wife's death revealed she died from post-surgery complications.
15.04.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Harvard Lost $2 Billion While Vance Extended Trade Olive Branch

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Trump froze $2 billion in Harvard funding after the university rejected his demands, later threatening its tax-exempt status. Obama and Yale faculty voiced support for Harvard's stance.

JD Vance dominated morning coverage by suggesting a "good chance" of a US-UK trade deal citing "cultural affinity" between nations - a notable development in the ongoing trade tensions following China's harsh response to Trump's tariffs, describing Americans as "peasants wailing in front of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization."

The Sudan crisis received significant attention as BBC revealed they had smuggled phones into el-Fasher to document "hunger and fear" in what's described as "the world's largest humanitarian crisis after two years of civil war."

By evening, focus shifted to Prince William and George attending Aston Villa's Champions League match against PSG, which ended in disappointment for the royals as Villa lost by one goal.
16.04.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Supreme Court Defined Woman Based On Biology

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The UK Supreme Court's landmark ruling defining "woman" based on biological sex dominated coverage, with progressive and conservative outlets offering sharply contrasting framing throughout the day. The ruling, potentially affecting transgender access to single-sex spaces, triggered reactions from JK Rowling celebrating a "victory for women" while Stonewall called it "worrying."

The ongoing China-US trade tensions continued as Beijing warned about Trump's 145% tariffs despite reporting 5.4% economic growth. The Guardian revealed UK officials had labeled trade documents "secret" to shield them from US eyes amid fears of retaliation.

Arsenal's Champions League success against Real Madrid (2-1) provided evening distraction, while scientific news emerged late with claims of potential alien life detection 120 light years from Earth.

Celebrity coverage included Gene Hackman's home conditions after his death and Louis Tomlinson's new relationship with Zara McDermott.
17.04.2025
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Thursday
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Day Alien Life Signs Found While Supreme Court Ruling Echoed

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Scientists claimed "99.7% certainty" of detecting biosignatures on a waterworld 120 light years away, potentially the strongest evidence yet of extraterrestrial life. Coverage intensified throughout morning, with reports suggesting the planet could be "teeming with life."

The Supreme Court ruling defining "woman" based on biological sex continued generating reactions, with reports that trans women may be barred from female bathrooms and sports facilities. JK Rowling was photographed celebrating with a cigar on her yacht in the Bahamas, while the equality watchdog warned it would pursue the NHS if gender policies on single-sex wards weren't updated.

Trump met with Italian PM Meloni, who expressed hope to "make the West great again." Trump promised "100%" certainty of a US-EU trade deal, representing a shift from his previous trade stance.

Evening coverage turned to a tragic Italian cable car accident killing four tourists, including two British citizens.
18.04.2025
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Friday
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Day Trump Threatened Ukraine Deal Walkout

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Trump's administration dominated headlines with escalating threats to abandon Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations without immediate progress. Initially conveyed through Marco Rubio warning the US would "move on" within days, by mid-afternoon Trump personally stated he would "take a pass" if the process became "too difficult."

The Italian cable car tragedy that killed four tourists including two British citizens continued receiving coverage, with details emerging about the victims and circumstances of the accident.

The Supreme Court's gender ruling fallout persisted as trans activists vowed to defy the biological definition of "woman," while Mumsnet's founder revealed being blacklisted by companies for supporting women's single-sex spaces.

Celebrity news focused heavily on Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson's relationship, with multiple outlets publishing photos of them kissing in Malibu, while Prince Harry and Meghan reportedly faced a "new threat" amid their "battle for survival."
19.04.2025
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Saturday
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Day Putin's Easter Truce Crumbled Before Sunset

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Putin's announcement of a 30-hour "Easter truce" in Ukraine dominated the day's coverage, with initial reports emerging around 2pm. By 5pm, Ukrainian sources reported Russian forces were already violating the ceasefire, and by evening, Zelensky formally declared the truce broken, saying "Russian attacks continue." This development came directly after Trump's threats yesterday to abandon Ukraine peace talks without progress.

Coverage of the Italian cable car accident that killed two British tourists expanded with victims being named and details of their retirement travels emerging. The aftermath of the UK Supreme Court's gender ruling continued with trans activists defacing a suffragette statue during protests, while Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan publicly challenged JK Rowling over her support of the ruling.

Reports on drug issues included "monkey dust" devastating a UK city and a parent's testimony about ketamine's fatal impact on their son.
20.04.2025
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Sunday
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Day Putin's Easter Truce Collapsed While Prince Andrew Reappeared

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Putin's announced Easter ceasefire dominated the news cycle, with coverage evolving from initial reports to full dismissal. By morning, Zelenskyy accused Russia of continuing attacks despite the truce, calling it merely "PR" while both sides exchanged blame for violations. The phrase "impression of a ceasefire" featured prominently across outlets.

Following yesterday's statue defacement protests, gender ruling tensions continued with Supreme Court judges reportedly receiving death threats over their biological definition of "woman."

Prince Andrew made a rare public appearance at the Easter Sunday service alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla, his first royal appearance in 12 months. Reports claimed William "has no time for him" while speculation emerged about a potential return to royal duties.

Other developments included the IDF admitting "professional failures" in Gaza aid worker killings, and reports of the UK seeking to reduce dependence on US weapons parts with increased domestic production.
21.04.2025
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Monday
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Day Pope Francis Died As Russia Resumed Attacks

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Russia resumed drone attacks immediately after Putin's Easter truce expired, with air raid alerts across Ukraine dominating early morning coverage. This development confirmed Ukrainian skepticism about the ceasefire expressed over the weekend.

By 8am, news broke of Pope Francis's death at 88, becoming the day's central story. Coverage evolved from initial announcements to increasingly detailed reports about his final hours, revealing he died of stroke and heart failure rather than pneumonia. By evening, the Vatican released his final testament showing his wishes for a simple burial, while speculation about potential successors emerged.

Other significant stories included a British man being lynched in Ecuador after murder accusations, and Pete Hegseth, US Defense Secretary, facing scrutiny for sharing Yemen attack details in a second Signal chat, with Trump publicly supporting him despite the controversy.

Late evening saw US stocks plunging after Trump attacked Fed chair Powell.
22.04.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Starmer Reversed Trans Stance As Pope's Funeral Prepared

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Coverage of Pope Francis's death continued, with the Vatican releasing open casket images of the pontiff and announcing his funeral for Saturday. Cardinals gathered to plan the ceremony, with Prince William set to represent King Charles.

The day's central political development was Prime Minister Keir Starmer's explicit reversal on transgender issues, with Downing Street confirming he no longer believes trans women are women. This shift follows the Supreme Court ruling that biologically defined "woman" in recent days, prompting JK Rowling to criticize politicians who had previously sided against her.

The IMF warned that Trump's proposed tariffs will significantly impact global economies, with the UK projected to suffer harder hits than European counterparts and US growth forecast to be hit hardest. This followed yesterday's market turbulence after Trump called Federal Reserve chair Powell "a major loser."

Late evening reports emerged of a terrorist attack killing at least 26 tourists at a resort during JD Vance's international tour.
23.04.2025
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Wednesday
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Day US Ultimatum Disrupted Ukraine Peace Talks As Pope Lay In State

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Pope Francis's body was moved to St Peter's Basilica for public viewing, with over 20,000 mourners gathering to pay respects. The display will continue for three days before Saturday's funeral.

The planned London peace talks for Ukraine faced a significant setback as Trump's envoys withdrew. By midday, Vice President JD Vance issued an ultimatum that the US would "walk away" unless Ukraine and Russia accepted their peace proposal. Trump later claimed a deal was "very close" while criticizing Zelensky for refusing to concede Crimea, stating the Ukrainian president had "no cards to play" and was jeopardizing peace.

In other developments, an unqualified paddleboard instructor was jailed for over 10 years for the deaths of four people in Britain's worst paddleboarding tragedy, while Prince Louis's seventh birthday was marked with a photo shared by Kate and William showing his missing front teeth.
24.04.2025
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Thursday
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Day Trump Commanded Putin To Stop Kyiv Bloodshed

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Russia launched its deadliest attack on Kyiv in months, killing at least 12 people. President Zelensky cut short his South Africa trip in response. Early coverage highlighted Trump's criticism of Zelensky for blocking peace talks and refusing territorial concessions.

By midday, Trump dramatically shifted tone with a direct command to Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!" This unusual rebuke came as the Kremlin echoed Trump's earlier criticism of Zelensky. Trump later claimed Russia had made a "pretty big concession" by not seizing all of Ukraine while insisting he was "putting pressure" on both sides.

Meanwhile, tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan escalated, with India ordering all Pakistani nationals to leave the country amid fears of potential conflict following a massacre in Kashmir.

Domestic coverage included Andrew Flintoff's first public comments about his Top Gear crash and allegations against a famous comedian for sexual misconduct.
25.04.2025
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Friday
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Day Russian General Assassinated During Peace Talks

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A Russian general was assassinated by car bomb in Moscow while Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff met with Putin for Ukraine peace talks. The assassination - described in dramatic footage across media outlets - threatened to derail diplomatic efforts following Trump's "Vladimir, STOP!" directive from the previous day.

Morning headlines captured Moscow claiming readiness for peace while continuing attacks on Ukraine. By midday, Kyiv Mayor Klitschko suggested Ukraine might need to cede territory - contradicting Zelensky, who later reaffirmed Ukraine's claim to Crimea after Trump declared it "will stay with Russia."

The Kremlin described the Putin-Witkoff meeting as "constructive," focusing on potential direct Russia-Ukraine talks. Meanwhile, Pakistan-India tensions escalated with exchange of fire over Kashmir.

Domestic stories included Chancellor Reeves stating EU trade relations were more important than US ones, Farage promising a Ministry for Deportations, and M&S suffering a cyber attack.
26.04.2025
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Saturday
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Funeral Grounds Diplomatic Pivot

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Virginia Giuffre, prominent Epstein victim and Prince Andrew accuser, died by suicide at 41, with family stating "the toll of abuse was too heavy." Media coverage rapidly shifted to Pope Francis's funeral, where 400,000 mourners gathered alongside world leaders.

The funeral became an unexpected diplomatic venue when Trump and Zelensky held a 15-minute "very productive" meeting in St. Peter's Basilica. Following this encounter, Trump dramatically pivoted his stance on Putin, now questioning Russia's desire for peace after months of supporting Moscow's position. Some outlets framed this shift as Pope Francis's "final miracle."

During the ceremony, a cardinal appeared to rebuke Trump by repeating Francis's call to "build bridges, not walls." Media scrutinized funeral protocol violations, with Trump accused of chewing gum and using his phone while dignitaries took photos of the Pope's coffin.

The evening concluded with Chris Eubank Jr defeating Conor Benn in a boxing match that settled their fathers' 32-year rivalry.
27.04.2025
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Sunday
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Vancouver Festival Massacre Shadows Sports Victories

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A car ramming attack at Vancouver's Lapu Lapu street festival dominated headlines as the death toll rose from multiple casualties to nine and finally eleven victims aged 5-65. Canadian PM Carney described the nation as "heartbroken," while police ruled out terrorism. Eyewitnesses reported "bodies everywhere" after a 30-year-old suspect drove his vehicle through crowds.

Sports news competed for attention as Chris Eubank Jr defeated Conor Benn in their historic grudge match, though Eubank was hospitalized with a suspected broken jaw. Later, Liverpool won the Premier League with four games remaining, equaling Manchester United's record of 20 titles.

Trump's diplomatic shift continued following his Vatican meeting with Zelensky, with the former president now criticizing Putin and expressing doubts about Russia's willingness to end the Ukraine war - a dramatic reversal from his previous stance supporting Moscow's position.
28.04.2025
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Monday
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Day Blackout Devoured Iberian Peninsula

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The Vancouver car-ramming suspect was charged with eight counts of second-degree murder as the death toll rose to 11, including a 5-year-old girl. This story soon faded as an unprecedented power outage struck Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, affecting up to 50 million people.

Initially suspected as a Russian cyberattack, officials later attributed the blackout to a "rare atmospheric phenomenon" or "extreme temperature changes." The outage paralyzed transportation, communications, and commerce, with varying reports on restoration timeframes ranging from hours to a week.

Spain declared a state of emergency, deploying 30,000 police as panic buying emptied shelves and created gridlock. By late evening, power began returning to parts of the Iberian peninsula.

Meanwhile, Canadians voted amid Trump's controversial suggestion that Canada become the 51st US state, while Putin announced a new three-day ceasefire in Ukraine after alleged violations of the previous truce.
29.04.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Carney Defied Trump After Iberian Blackout Ended

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Mark 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.
30.04.2025
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Wednesday
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Day US Economy Contracted As Trump Hailed Tariffs

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Trump's Michigan rally celebrating his first 100 days dominated morning headlines, with his defiant "nothing will stop me" rhetoric echoing across multiple outlets. Meanwhile, Tony Blair triggered Labour divisions by criticizing net zero policies, later executing a conspicuous U-turn.

Mid-day reports revealed the US economy contracted 0.3% - its worst performance in three years amid Trump's tariff policies. Despite this, Trump praised tariffs during a Cabinet meeting, claiming they had saved the economy $8 trillion.

King Charles provided a candid update on his "frightening" cancer battle, mentioning inspiration from Dame Deborah James. By evening, the US-Ukraine minerals deal finally materialized after months of negotiations following Trump and Zelensky's contentious White House meeting. News outlets characterized this as a potential game-changer for Ukraine's war effort, representing continued American commitment despite previous tensions.
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