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ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar ‘recovering at home’ after hospital treatment
The ITV News International Affairs Editor became unwell while presenting the News At Ten programme on Friday.
‘There’s going to be a fire if I speak’ – Mohamed Salah after Jurgen Klopp row
Salah was dropped to the bench after Wednesday’s defeat at Everton.
In Pictures: Tweed Run brings a touch of old-fashioned style to London’s streets
The annual event sees cyclists in period costumes travel through the streets of London.
British boots could be put on ground in Gaza as part of aid efforts – report
No decision has been made and the proposal has not yet reached the Prime Minister, it is understood.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
Dzhumokhon Kurbonov, a citizen of Tajikistan, is accused of providing the attackers with means of communication and financing.
Mo Salah left on the bench as Liverpool’s title hopes hit further at West Ham
The Egyptian came on late in the game.
Judd Trump would not ‘get out of bed’ for rival tour after rejecting offer
Trump says he has no interest in the prospective LIV-style breakaway.
Revellers dress in orange to celebrate Dutch king’s birthday
King Willem-Alexander celebrated his 57th birthday with his family in the northeastern city of Emmen.
‘Poor choice’ for Greens to back no confidence motion in me – Yousaf
The First Minister’s comments came as the Alba Party held an emergency meeting to discuss the way forward.
We have to look after ourselves – Mikel Arteta not concerned by Arsenal’s rivals
The Gunners go into Sunday’s north London derby at Tottenham top of the Premier League table.
‘Unacceptable harassment’ of Rees-Mogg criticised after protesters hound the MP
Demonstrators were filmed chasing and shouting abuse at the Tory former Cabinet minister after he spoke at Cardiff University.
Riders donning their best tweed cycle along London streets for annual event
The sold-out Tweed Run event saw participants sporting different tweed outfits, from blazers to skirts and hats.
Khan calls for end to ‘everyday extortion’ of unfair charges for leaseholders
The London mayor is urging ministers to give leaseholders stronger rights in law, upping the pressure on Housing Secretary Michael Gove.
Richarlison eyes start after injury setback as Tottenham host north London derby
Ange Postecoglou confirmed Ben Davies would start on Sunday and Richarlison is pushing to do the same.
US student anti-war protesters vow to continue demonstrations
Several faculties condemned university presidents who have called in police to remove protesters.
Humza Yousaf seeks ‘common ground’ with opponents ahead of crunch vote
The First Minister is attempting to build bridges with other Scottish parties as he fights for his political future.
TV cosmetic doctor struck off for giving free botox in return for sex
Dr Tijion Esho has featured on ITV’s This Morning, BBC’s Morning Live and E4’s Body Fixers.
Man dies and four arrested after ‘unusually strong’ heroin circulates in Devon
A further eight people have been treated in hospital after police became aware the drug was circulating locally on Friday.
Hamas reviewing Israeli ceasefire proposal as possible Rafah offensive looms
Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said the Palestinian militant group was evaluating Israel’s proposal.
Russia renews attacks on Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches more drones
Ukraine’s air force said on Saturday that Russia had launched 34 missiles against Ukraine overnight.
British tourist in ‘intensive care’ after shark attack off Caribbean Island
He sustained injuries to his left hand, left thigh, and stomach following the attack involving a bull shark.
Former rival Kate Forbes backs Yousaf’s leadership as FM seeks way forward
The First Minister has said he is not resigning and is writing to other parties in the Scottish Parliament.
Pep Guardiola in dreamland as Manchester City chase fourth straight title
Victory over Brighton left City a point off the top with a game in hand.
Blinken ends latest trip to China with visit to Beijing record store
He bought albums by Taylor Swift and Chinese rocker Dou Wei in a symbolic nod to cross-cultural exchanges.
Four Vietnamese nationals held in Facebook people smugglers probe
The joint UK-French investigation alleges the group shared posts charged migrants thousands of pounds to make the crossing.
Beachcomber, 13, finds ‘holy grail’ Lego octopus washed ashore from 1997 spill
Nearly five million pieces of Lego spilled into the sea in 1997 when a cargo ship encountered a storm.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs files motion to dismiss some claims in sexual assault lawsuit
The motion claims Combs cannot be sued because certain laws did not exist when Joi Dickerson-Deal made the allegations against him in 1991.
A sporting chance to boost tourism industry
THE World Indoor Bowls Championships is the sort of event Guernsey needs to invest in to boost tourism, the chairwoman of the Tourism Management Board has said.
https://www.guernseypress.com/news/2024/04/27/a-sporting-chance-to-boost-tourism-industry/
Clipper on summer detour to Ireland in ferry route change
COMMODORE Clipper is being pulled from some local routes to run a route between France and Ireland for Brittany Ferries over the summer – because of Brexit.
Bowlers’ long journeys take them to the rink
COMPETITORS from Africa and Asia at the World Indoor Bowls Championships had to cope with the extra challenge of lost luggage in their long journeys to Guernsey.
https://www.guernseypress.com/news/2024/04/27/bowlers-long-journeys-take-them-to-the-rink/
On this day in 2006: Wales name Gareth Jenkins as Mike Ruddock’s successor
Ruddock had stepped down less than a year after leading Wales to a Grand Slam.
Train derailment and fire forces road closure near Arizona-New Mexico state line
No injuries were reported in the midday train wreck near Lupton, Arizona.
Tornadoes flatten homes in Nebraska and leave trails of damage in Iowa
Some injuries were reported but there were no immediate reports that anyone was killed.
ITV News presenter ‘receiving medical care’ after becoming ‘unwell’ live on-air
The broadcaster appeared to struggle to read the news bulletins while presenting ITV News At Ten on Friday.
What the papers say – April 27
Images of a smiling King and Queen adorn most of Saturday’s front pages.
https://www.guernseypress.com/news/uk-news/2024/04/27/what-the-papers-say--april-27/
Wellwishers welcome King’s return to public-facing royal duties
Charles has been receiving care as an outpatient since early February.
BME women ‘twice as likely to be on zero-hours contracts as white men’
Research suggests BME workers are ‘significantly overrepresented’ on zero-hours contracts compared with white workers.
Failure to reinstate UNWRA funding is negation of duty, SNP MP tells Sunak
Brendan O’Hara has urged the UK Government to reinstate funding after a report ruled on the neutrality of the aid organisation.
UN investigators probe 14 UNRWA aid staff Israel accused over Hamas attack
The UN was informed in January of Israeli allegations that 12 employees of the agency known as UNRWA had taken part in the October 7 attack.
Grant Shapps: Not the time or place for Tory leadership battle
The Cabinet minister warned restive Conservative MPs off moving against Rishi Sunak before an election.
Luke Littler coasts into second round of Austrian Darts Open
The 17-year-old will face much stiffer competition in second-seed Damon Heta in the second round.
Erik ten Hag expresses ‘a lot of sympathy’ for misfiring Marcus Rashford
The 26-year-old produced a career-high 30 goals last season.
Arsenal ‘demise’ not motivating Ange Postecoglou as Spurs chase own achievements
A victory for Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium would help them move a step closer to a first title since 2004.
I enjoy it – Mauricio Pochettino happy with life at Chelsea despite poor results
The Argentinian saw his side thumped 5-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.
5 key players that inspired Leicester to immediate return to Premier League
It has been a brilliant season for the Foxes under Enzo Maresca.
Sadiq Khan tells young Londoners to vote or ‘wake up shocked’ to Tory victory
The Labour politician warned that the May 2 mayoral election ‘is on a knife-edge’.
‘Hundreds of thousands’ expected at pro-Palestinian march in London on Saturday
Protesters will assemble at Parliament Square at midday before marching to Hyde Park.
Liverpool reach verbal agreement with Arne Slot to take over as manager
The club made their move for the Dutchman to become Jurgen Klopp’s successor earlier this week.
Reform UK deputy leader Habib ‘saddened by split within political unionism’
Ben Habib was speaking at an event in Co Down alongside Ann Widdecombe and Baroness Hoey.
British tourist in hospital after shark attack as Tobago closes several beaches
The closure included beaches along the north-western coast of the island of Tobago.
Ben Duckett shines for Nottinghamshire while wickets tumble at Kia Oval
Duckett scored an unbeaten 197 against Warwickshire.
Reading terror attack: Police facing more offenders with ‘mental health needs’
The Assistant Chief Constable was speaking after the conclusion of the Reading terror attack inquest.
Teaching assistants ‘increasingly leading lessons amid teacher shortage’ – union
Unison’s report, Teaching on the Cheap?, is based on a survey of almost 6,000 teaching assistants in England and Wales.
Green MSP bursts into tears on BBC radio at Yousaf ending Bute House agreement
Gillian Mackay, MSP for Central Scotland said Mr Yousaf’s decision is ‘one of the worst pieces of political judgment’ she has ever witnessed.
Reading terror attack families ‘disgusted’ by catastrophic state failures
Judge Coroner Sir Adrian Fulford concluded the deaths of James Furlong, Dr David Wails and Joseph Ritchie-Bennett were ‘probably avoidable’.
Pope to bring call for ethical AI to G7 summit in June
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Francis would be the first pontiff to attend a G7 summit.
Paris organisers receive Olympic flame at Greek venue of first modern Games
The Olympic flame will be housed overnight in the French embassy, to leave Athens’ port of Piraeus on Saturday.
US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of £4.8bn aid package
The missiles will be used to replenish previously supplied Patriot air defence systems.
Ken Doherty urges snooker chiefs to keep World Championship at ‘sacred’ Crucible
The deal to play the tournament at the Sheffield venue expires in 2027.
Tech CEOs Pichai, Altman, Nadella and others join US government AI safety board
Not included were social media companies such as Meta Platforms and X.
King to resume public duties after positive cancer treatment
Charles has been receiving care as an outpatient since early February.
Luke Littler keen to emulate Eric Bristow after Premier League win in Liverpool
It was Littler’s first visit to the M&S Bank Arena since he went as a fan to watch in 2018 on the night Bristow died of a heart attack.
Two males appear in court over Channel crossing deaths tragedy
At Folkestone Youth Court on Friday, district judge William Nelson said there was ‘real doubt’ over the defendants’ ages.
Reading terror attack: Deaths of three men ‘probably avoidable’ after failings
Khairi Saadallah fatally stabbed friends James Furlong, 36, Dr David Wails, 49, and Joseph Ritchie-Bennett, 39, on June 20 2020.
Joe Biden says he is ‘happy to debate’ Donald Trump
Chris LaCivita, Trump campaign senior adviser, quickly responded to Mr Biden’s remarks on social media, saying: ‘OK let’s set it up!’
Donald Trump’s lawyers seek to discredit evidence of prosecution’s first witness
David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, returned to the witness box for a fourth day.
Teachers ‘cannot comprehend’ school stabbing incident
Fiona Elias and Liz Hopkin were stabbed during an incident at Amman Valley School in Ammanford, Carmarthenshire on Wednesday.
Injured military horses ‘continue to be cared for and closely observed’ – Army
The Army named four of the animals who broke loose on Wednesday as Vida, Trojan, Quaker and Tennyson.
Ex-Post Office executive denies ‘bullying’ and ‘intimidating’ subpostmistress
Angela van den Bogerd gave evidence for a second day at the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry in central London on Friday.
UVF victims’ families accuse Government of ‘disgraceful’ attempt to stop justice
A coroner said that he had been ‘prevented’ from delivering a summary of intelligence information around the deaths of four people killed in 1992.
Royal Navy ship joins international effort to build pier for Gaza aid
The RFA Cardigan Bay is to serve as a floating dormitory for US military personnel building the pier.
Bill to make it easier for Irish people to get British citizenship progresses
Interim DUP leader Gavin Robinson’s Bill would allow Irish people to acquire British citizenship by registration after five years’ residence.
Father wins legal battle against police watchdog over son’s fatal shooting
Glenn Skelton challenged a decision by a police watchdog not to re-investigate the actions of an armed officer who had fatally shot Lewis Skelton.
Regan sets out demands in exchange for backing Yousaf in no confidence vote
The Alba MSP said she will put three key aims to the First Minister – independence, gender reforms and Grangemouth.
Paris crowns new king of the crusty baguette in annual bread-baking prize
Xavier Netry, a baker for 25 years, is the 31st winner of Paris’s annual Grand Prix de la baguette prize.
Coroner ‘prevented’ from delivering ruling on UVF deaths by Government challenge
The inquest into the McKearney and Fox killings began last January after a lengthy campaign by the families.
Campaign Against Antisemitism cancels ‘walk together’ event amid safety concerns
The CAA said it had received ‘numerous threats’ and identified ‘hostile actors’ who pose a risk to its safety.
Humza Yousaf remains First Minister of Scotland
Mr Yousaf has said he will fight a vote of no confidence.
Romanian court orders trial can begin in case of influencer Andrew Tate
The Bucharest Tribunal ruled that prosecutors’ case file against Tate met the legal criteria, but did not set a date for the trial to begin.
Unseen work by The Snowman creator Raymond Briggs goes on display
Ditchling Museum of Art and Craft reveals personal insights into Briggs’s life, including 100 original artworks from his 60-year career.
Lord Cameron joins language lesson and pets horses during Mongolia visit
The Foreign Secretary was in Central Asia as part of a bid to bolster trade, security and environmental ties.
Jury retires in trial of football agent accused of sending threatening email
Saif Alrubie, 45, has pleaded not guilty to sending an electronic communication with intent to cause distress or anxiety to a former Chelsea director.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal need to ‘put rivalry aside’ against Tottenham
Arteta wants to remove the emotion of derby day and focus on the job at hand.
Premier League chief says Manchester City case will be resolved ‘in near future’
The champions were referred to an independent commission in February last year over alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules.
Nuno Espirito Santo says referees ‘not taking their own decisions’ due to VAR
Forest are in the middle of a storm following their heavy-handed statement questioning the officiating in their 2-0 defeat at Everton.
Harvie: Yousaf cannot unite Parliament and SNP must consider replacement
The Scottish Green co-leader said there is now a ‘lack of trust’ towards the First Minister after he ended a powersharing deal.
Arne Slot will take ‘best job in the world’ if he joins Liverpool – Jurgen Klopp
The Feyenoord manager is the favourite to succeed Klopp at Anfield.
Inquiry launched into BBC World Service funding
The service is chiefly funded by the UK licence fee.
Nine in court charged in connection with teenagers’ fatal stabbing
Mason Rist, 15, and Max Dixon, 16, died after an incident in Bristol in January.
Firefighters are offered 4% pay rise
FBU members are being recommended to accept the offer.
https://www.guernseypress.com/news/uk-news/2024/04/26/firefighters-are-offered-4-pay-rise/
A closer look at Adrian Newey, the brains behind 13 F1 drivers’ titles
Red Bull’s chief technical officer is set for talks over his future after reportedly requesting to leave the all-conquering team.
Briton accused of orchestrating London arson attacks on behalf of Wagner Group
Dylan Earl was charged under the National Security Act 2023 – the first case to involve offences under the new laws.
Yousaf accuses rivals of ‘game playing’ as he fights for his political future
The Scottish Tories have put forward a motion of no confidence in the First Minister, while Labour has put one forward on the Government.
Normandy veterans share ‘bit of living history’ ahead of D-Day anniversary
Nine men, aged between 98 and 103, gathered at the Union Jack Club on Friday.
Too early to say if Ireland is experiencing impact of Rwanda plan, No 10 says
Downing Street rebuffed suggestions from Irish deputy premier Micheal Martin that asylum seekers were now fearful of staying in the UK.
Primary school teacher admits murder of partner found buried in garden
Fiona Beal had initially pleaded guilty to the lesser offence of manslaughter by reason of of a loss of control.
Party animal Mark Allen happy he has the right balance at World Championship
The Antrim cueman faces John Higgins in a high-profile second-round clash at the Crucible.
Ex-Parliamentary researcher ordered not to contact MPs after China spy charges
Christopher Cash is accused of an offence under the Official Secrets Act.
US set to provide six billion dollars in long-term military aid for Ukraine
The new funding will include a wide array of munitions for air defence as US officials described dire battlefield conditions in Ukraine.
Son Heung-min eager for ‘inexperienced’ Spurs to test themselves against Arsenal
Spurs enter this pivotal north London derby on the back of a 4-0 defeat at Newcastle two weeks ago.