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Starmer lacks moral courage on transgender stance, says Badenoch: The PM says the Supreme Court ruling brought clarity and now is the time to "lower the ...
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Starmer lacks moral courage on transgender stance, says Badenoch
Keir Starmer U-turns to say trans women are not women after Supreme Court ruling: Prime minister’s comments come after equalities minister said that trans women ...
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Key Facts: Modi Sends Global Message in Fight Against Terrorism
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke his tradition of speaking Hindi and switched to English to convey an international message against terrorism.

  • At a rally in Bihar, he declared that India would track down and hold accountable every terrorist and their supporters.
  • Today, on the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world — India will identify, trace, and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the Earth.— Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a rally in Bihar to send a global message in the fight against terrorism.
  • This statement followed the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 27 lives, attracting global attention.

  • By using English, Modi ensured that his message resonated not only in India but also in diplomatic and geopolitical circles worldwide.
England faces a ‘never-ending fight for our flag and values’, Starmer warns: The Prime Minister suggested those who took part in the Southport riots were among ...
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England faces a ‘never-ending fight for our flag and values’ ...
Keir Starmer does not believe trans women are women, No 10 says
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Keir Starmer does not believe trans women are women, No 10 says
Image from the original article. Source: Trump among over a dozen world leaders expected at Pope Francis burial: President Trump and First Lady Melania to attend the funeral at Saint Peter’s Square in ...
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Trump among over a dozen world leaders expected at Pope Francis burial
Key Facts: World Leaders Bid Farewell to Pope Francis
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
  • The funeral for Pope Francis is set for Saturday in St. Peter's Square, expected to draw hundreds of thousands, including numerous heads of state and Catholic dignitaries.

  • Confirmed attendees include prominent figures such as Prince William, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, all highlighting the Pope's significance.
  • "Humanity loses today a voice of respect and welcome for others."— Lula, the President of Brazil, stated following the death of Pope Francis.
  • US President Donald Trump and other political leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have also announced their attendance, honoring the Pope's impact on global issues.

  • Additionally, many other heads of state and royals will be present, including the President of Poland, the Prime Minister of Italy, and the UN Secretary-General.
UK and New Zealand strengthen defence ties: The United Kingdom and New Zealand have announced plans to deepen their defence, security, and economic partnerships.
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UK and New Zealand strengthen defence ties
Sir Keir Starmer unveils £2bn carbon capture deal creating 2,000 jobs: Sir Keir promised to make Britain’s energy a ‘source not of vulnerability but of strength’
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Sir Keir Starmer unveils £2bn carbon capture deal creating 2,000 jobs
Christopher Luxon appears to be hit by shell casing in UK: The Prime Minister can be seen stepping back as what looks like a shell casing flies towards him and ...
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Christopher Luxon appears to be hit by shell casing in UK
Image from the original article. Source: Pahalgam attack: India, Pakistan plan response amid tensions: Prime Minister Modi vowed to hunt down and punish the attackers who killed 26 civilians in Pahalgam ...
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Pahalgam attack: India, Pakistan plan response amid tensions
Key Facts: India Suspends Indus Waters Treaty Amid Tensions
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
  • India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan following militant attacks in Kashmir that killed 26 people.

  • The treaty, signed in 1960 with World Bank mediation, governs water use from the Indus river system.
  • "Any attempt to stop or divert the flow of water belonging to Pakistan as per the Indus Waters Treaty, and the usurpation of the rights of lower riparian will be considered as an Act of War and responded with full force."— A statement from Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's office.
  • This suspension could jeopardize Pakistan's agricultural system, as India will no longer share vital water release information.

  • Pakistan condemned the action as an act of war, highlighting potential adverse effects on its agriculture.
Image from the original article. Source: ‘A man of the people’: World reacts to the death of Pope Francis: World leaders hail legacy of compassion and humility as they mourn the Argentinian pontiff.
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‘A man of the people’: World reacts to the death of Pope Francis
Key Facts: Rome's Final Farewell to Pope Francis
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
  • Thousands gathered in Rome to pay their last respects to Pope Francis.

  • His body was transported in an open pope-mobile, marking a profound loss for many citizens.
  • Ciao Francesco. It'll be hard, but let's hope your successor will be as down to earth as you were.— Adolfo Pasquali, a taxi driver expressing grief for the deceased pope.
  • The burial outside the Vatican represents a departure from tradition, highlighting his deep connection to the city.

  • The community experienced an emotional farewell, hoping for a successor with similar simplicity.
Starmer welcomes ‘real clarity’ from Supreme Court on definition of a woman: The Prime Minister said the court’s judgment has offered ‘real clarity in an area ...
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Starmer welcomes ‘real clarity’ from Supreme Court on definition of a ...
Pakistan PM says 'prepared to defend sovereignty' amid rising tensions with India
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Pakistan PM says 'prepared to defend sovereignty' amid rising tensions ...
Starmer and von der Leyen Discuss defence ties: According to officials, topics included Ukraine, energy security, the global economy, and defence cooperation.
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Starmer and von der Leyen Discuss defence ties
PM Modi on Pahalgam terror attack: Attackers, conspirators will be punished beyond their imagination
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PM Modi on Pahalgam terror attack: Attackers, conspirators will be ...
UK chancellor says EU trade relations 'arguably' more important than US: A day after the meeting between the President of the European Commission ...
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UK chancellor says EU trade relations 'arguably' more important than US
Meloni receives Zelensky, PM: 'Russia shows willingness for peace': The Prime Minister received the Ukrainian president at Palazzo Chigi. Zelensky had previously ...
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Meloni receives Zelensky, PM: 'Russia shows willingness for peace'
New Zealand extends military assistance to Ukraine: The deployment of up to 100 New Zealand Defence Force staff is training Ukrainian soldiers.
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New Zealand extends military assistance to Ukraine
Russia sends terrifying WW3 threat to UK warning 'we will kill all British people'
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Russia sends terrifying WW3 threat to UK warning 'we will kill all British ...
Starmer finally welcomes Supreme Court ruling: Hurrah! The day has finally come: Prime Minister Keir Starmer has, after almost a week of deafening silence ...
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Starmer finally welcomes Supreme Court ruling
Russia expected London talks to collapse but allies showed unity, Zelensky says: "Russia does not like the alliance around Ukraine, because Ukraine ...
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Russia expected London talks to collapse but allies showed unity ...
Harry Potter author JK Rowling slams ‘shameless’ politicians in wake of Supreme Court ruling
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To stop Farage, both Badenoch and Starmer need to go: The looming local elections could prove a death knell for either, or at least the beginning of the end
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To stop Farage, both Badenoch and Starmer need to go
Image from the original article. Source: Who will attend Pope Francis’ funeral?: The funeral is set to start at 9am UK time in St Peter’s Square after a three-day-period of lying in state where the ...
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Who will attend Pope Francis’ funeral?
Key Facts: Pope Francis' Funeral Reflects Moral Imperatives
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
  • Pope Francis' funeral gathered 40,000 in St. Peter's Square and millions worldwide, highlighting the late pontiff's messages.

  • The homily emphasized Francis' calls for compassion towards refugees and the poor, and his opposition to war and climate change.
  • "Embrace humanity that seeks the truth with a sincere heart and holds high the torch of hope."— Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re closed the homily during the funeral ceremony for Pope Francis.
  • The relatively simple ceremony attended by 170 heads of state showcased Francis' modest lifestyle, as he requested a simple wooden casket.

  • While his death did not immediately resolve geopolitical issues, his legacy of hope and humanity was underscored in the closing remarks of the homily.
Starmer’s trade deal vote hypocrisy: Well, well, well. While Rachel Reeves enjoys a week in Washington DC at the International Monetary Fund spring talks ...
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Starmer’s trade deal vote hypocrisy
Brussels chief gushes over Starmer: Sir Keir Starmer may not be polling all that well with the British public but he’s managed to garner some overseas admiration ...
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Brussels chief gushes over Starmer
Image from the original article. Source: Ukraine, US, UK, France to meet in London on April 23 for peace talks, Zelensky says
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Ukraine, US, UK, France to meet in London on April 23 for peace talks ...
Key Facts: EU Rejects Crimea's Recognition as Russian Territory
Apr 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kyivindependent.com
  • The European Union will never recognize the Russian-occupied Crimea as legally Russian, stated top diplomat Kaja Kallas.

  • Kallas emphasized that not recognizing Crimea as Russian holds significant importance for those under occupation.
  • Crimea is Ukraine. It means a lot for the ones who are occupied that others don't recognize this as Russian.— Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, stated that the European Union will never recognize the Russian-occupied Crimean peninsula as legally Russian.
  • She criticized any potential acknowledgment of Crimea in a ceasefire agreement as rewarding Moscow's land grab and urged the U.S. to apply pressure on Russia.

  • President Zelensky also affirmed that there would be no discussions regarding Crimea's recognition as Russian, as it violates Ukraine's constitution.
Nigel Farage as likely to be next Prime Minister as Sir Keir Starmer, public believes
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Nigel Farage as likely to be next Prime Minister as Sir Keir Starmer ...
Ed Miliband updates plan for different energy bills depending where you live: People in different parts of the UK could pay more or less for gas and electricity ...
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Ed Miliband updates plan for different energy bills depending where you ...
‘I WON’: Trump’s ‘narcissistic’ boast before Pope’s funeral slammed: US President Donald Trump is among the world leaders and royalty in Rome ...
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‘I WON’: Trump’s ‘narcissistic’ boast before Pope’s funeral slammed
Keir Starmer’s choice: Fixing Brexit or fixing Trump: Starmer is facing competing global pressures pulling at his government.
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Keir Starmer’s choice: Fixing Brexit or fixing Trump
MPs and peers call for Trump to be blocked from addressing Parliament: The US president has suggested Buckingham Palace is ‘setting a date for September’ for him ...
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MPs and peers call for Trump to be blocked from addressing Parliament
Keir Starmer turns fire on Reform with six-word barb and accuses party of fawning over Putin
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Keir Starmer turns fire on Reform with six-word barb and accuses party of ...
Trump and Zelenskyy to sit apart at pope's funeral as organisers opt for French alphabetical order
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Trump and Zelenskyy to sit apart at pope's funeral as organisers opt for ...
PM Luxon meets King Charles: 'Great amount of time for NZ': The PM said the royal monarch was interested in how New Zealand was "handling things economically" ...
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PM Luxon meets King Charles: 'Great amount of time for NZ'
UK-US trade deal: can Keir Starmer trust Donald Trump?: White House insiders say an agreement is 'two weeks' away but can Britain believe it?
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UK-US trade deal: can Keir Starmer trust Donald Trump?
Mother given hospital order after killing six-year-old son with handsaw: 42 year old Karolina Zurawska admitted manslaughter of her son Alexander.
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Mother given hospital order after killing six-year-old son with handsaw
Tories push to ban recording of non-crime hate incidents: Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says the incidents waste police time and calls for them to be scrapped.
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Tories push to ban recording of non-crime hate incidents
Starmer close to post-Brexit defence deal with EU after concession on fishing rights
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Starmer close to post-Brexit defence deal with EU after concession on ...
Trump says 'nobody is asking' Ukraine to recognize Crimea as Russian: "Nobody is asking (President Volodymyr) Zelensky to recognize Crimea as ...
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Trump says 'nobody is asking' Ukraine to recognize Crimea as ...
Keir Starmer to face PMQs after Supreme Court ruling: Parliament is returning from Easter recess with the High Court judgment likely to be discussed.
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Keir Starmer to face PMQs after Supreme Court ruling
When flag-waving Rachel Reeves went to Maga-land, cap in hand: Appearing on Donald Trump’s favourite US cable news channel, the chancellor hadn’t looked so ...
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When flag-waving Rachel Reeves went to Maga-land, cap in hand
‘No friend anymore’: Days from a national election, Canadian voters focus on the US relationship
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‘No friend anymore’: Days from a national election, Canadian voters focus ...
Carney takes election campaign to British Columbia battleground: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, riding high in polls, looked for support on Wednesday in ...
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Carney takes election campaign to British Columbia battleground
Keir Starmer paid £54,718 in tax last year
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Keir Starmer paid £54,718 in tax last year
New Zealand warship to join British Carrier Strike Group: Royal New Zealand Navy frigate HMNZS Te Kaha will join the UK Carrier Strike Group — led by HMS Prince ...
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New Zealand warship to join British Carrier Strike Group
Ben-Gvir: US Republicans support bombing Gaza ‘food and aid depots’: Israeli national security minister claims he met with ‘senior Republican Party’ officials at ...
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Ben-Gvir: US Republicans support bombing Gaza ‘food and aid depots’
UK lifts sanctions on Syria’s defense ministry: Downing Street said the move would promote regional stability and “encourage the return of Syrian refugees.”
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UK lifts sanctions on Syria’s defense ministry
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Siddiq hit with arrest warrant by Bangladesh court
Key Facts: Bangladesh Issues Arrest Warrant for MP Tulip Siddiq
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: saudigazette.com.sa
  • Bangladeshi authorities have issued an arrest warrant for British MP Tulip Siddiq.

  • The allegations involve illegal land acquisitions linked to her aunt, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
  • The allegations are completely false and have been dealt with in writing by Siddiq's lawyers.— In a statement seen by the BBC, Siddiq's lawyers said that the allegations are unfounded and that the ACC has not responded to Siddiq or her lawyers.
  • Siddiq's lawyers assert that the charges are politically motivated and lack supporting evidence.

  • The ACC chairman stated that the allegations are based on documented corruption and urged Siddiq to defend herself in court.
Who will be attending Pope Francis' funeral? A list of world leaders: Following is a list of the main world leaders who have so far said they will attend Pope ...
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Who will be attending Pope Francis' funeral? A list of world leaders
UK: Board of Deputies of British Jews suspends vice-chair for Gaza protest letter
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UK: Board of Deputies of British Jews suspends vice-chair for Gaza protest ...
India and Pakistan near strategic standoff after Pahalgam attack in Kashmir: Tensions have escalated between the two nuclear powers following Tuesday’s attack on ...
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India and Pakistan near strategic standoff after Pahalgam attack in ...
Image from the original article. Source: UK confident of keeping British Steel going, China urges fairness: Britain expressed confidence on Monday that it could secure enough raw materials to keep the ...
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UK confident of keeping British Steel going, China urges fairness
Key Facts: British Steel's Future: Government Shows Confidence
Apr 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
  • The UK government has taken control of the Scunthorpe steelworks to secure 2,700 jobs and ensure a steady supply of raw materials.

  • Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner expressed optimism about British Steel's future and highlighted the need for private investment.
  • We're confident that the furnaces will continue to fire.— Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister, during her visit to the British Steel site in Scunthorpe.
  • Concerns remain about the long-term viability of the UK steel industry, especially regarding the use of blast furnaces versus electric arc furnaces.

  • The government faces calls for similar actions in Wales and Scotland, while the Chinese parent company Jingye has been urged to engage in fair negotiations.
UK politics live: Rachel Reeves ‘confident’ of trade deal with US: The chancellor has told a US broadcaster that policy disagreements should not get in the way ...
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UK politics live: Rachel Reeves ‘confident’ of trade deal with US
Larry Summers really worried about economy, fears 'Liz Truss moment': Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said the US was facing a situation "almost ...
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Larry Summers really worried about economy, fears 'Liz Truss moment'
No one needs Liz Truss’s ‘uncensorable’ social platform: Truss told a cryptocurrency conference, held in Bedford, that the platform would launch this summer ...
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No one needs Liz Truss’s ‘uncensorable’ social platform
Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health
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Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears ...
Charities warn of record high child poverty if two-child benefit cap not scrapped
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Charities warn of record high child poverty if two-child benefit cap not ...
Canadian ex-PM seeks to help Liberals match his 1993 landslide victory: Jean Chrétien, 91, appears keen to wield his influence to fight for a Liberal victory ...
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Canadian ex-PM seeks to help Liberals match his 1993 landslide victory
Starmer facing calls to adopt Trump-style media strategy and ‘not worry about mistakes’
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Starmer facing calls to adopt Trump-style media strategy and ‘not worry ...
Israel given new hope of blocking ICC arrest warrants : War crimes prosecutor in The Hague is seeking detention of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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Israel given new hope of blocking ICC arrest warrants
Macron to visit UK before Trump: French President Macron's upcoming UK state visit precedes Trump, marking his first visit amid efforts to strengthen European ...
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Macron to visit UK before Trump
Kiwi travellers blown away by chance meeting with NZ Prime Minister Chris Luxon: Christopher Luxon was attending a wreath-laying service in London's Hyde Park.
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Kiwi travellers blown away by chance meeting with NZ Prime Minister Chris ...