PM 'ambushed with cake' at No 10 birthday, minister claims

The Independent
Cardinal Angelo Sodano, powerful Vatican prelate, dies at 94
Cardinal Angelo Sodano, a once-powerful Italian prelate who long served as the Vatican's No. 2 official, has died
18 hours ago
Bournemouth Echo UK
Best Dorset afternoon teas according to TripAdvisor reviews ahead of Jubilee
What better way to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee than with a terribly British afternoon tea - here are the best places to get one according to Tripadvisor reviews.
a day ago
The Guardian
Marshall grabs Challenge Cup glory for Wigan to break Huddersfield hearts
Liam Marshall’s late try denied the Giants a memorable triumph and secured a 20th Challenge Cup for Wigan
15 hours ago
Evening Standard
What the papers say – May 29
A staunch defence of the PM features among the front pages.
3 hours ago
Reuters
Iran to take 'punitive action' against Greece over seizure of Iranian oil - Nour News
Iran has decided to take "punitive action" against Greece over the seizure of Iranian oil off the Greek coast, the semi-official Nour News reported on Friday. Nour News, which is close to a top Iranian state security body, did not say what kind of action Iran would take. Earlier on Friday, Iran summoned the envoy of Switzerland, which represents U.S. interests in Tehran, to protest against the U.S. seizure of Iranian oil from a Russian-operated ship near Greece, the foreign ministry said in a statement quoted by Iranian media.
2 days ago
Reuters
First steps in reforming global health emergency rules adopted at WHO meeting - U.S.
Countries around the world on Saturday adopted an initial U.S.-led reform of the rules around disease outbreaks, known as the International Health Regulations (IHR), the United States said. The amendments, adopted at the World Health Organization (WHO) assembly, were agreed at a meeting seen as a once-in-a-generation chance for the U.N. health agency to strengthen its role after some 15 million deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes sought by Washington, and backed by others such as Japan and the European Union, mark a first step in a broader reform of the IHR, which set out countries' legal obligations around disease outbreaks, expected to take up to two years.
11 hours ago
Reuters
U.N. rights chief says she urged China to review counter-terrorism policies
BEIJING (Reuters) -U.N. human rights chief Michelle Bachelet, whose rare visit to China was criticised by rights groups and Western countries, said she urged Beijing to review its counter-terrorism policies to ensure they comply with international human rights standards. Bachelet reiterated, however, that her six-day trip, which ended on Saturday and included a visit to the western region of Xinjiang, was not an investigation into China's human rights policies but an opportunity to engage with the government.
17 hours ago
Evening Standard
Johnson praises Queen saying ‘no monarch has served the country so well’
In a personal message ahead of the Platinum Jubilee, the Prime Minister praised the monarch’s leadership, wisdom and lifelong service.
9 hours ago
The Independent
Despite ample school security plan, Texas shooter found gaps
The shooting massacre at a Texas elementary has spurred renewed calls, especially from Republicans, for more investment in school security
2 days ago
Glasgow Times
Missing Barrhead man found 'safe and well'
A MAN who was reported missing from Barrhead has been found "safe and well".
17 hours ago
Herald Scotland
Tom Cruise feels the need for speed in high-flying sequel Top Gun: Maverick
TOP GUN: MAVERICK (12A)
17 hours ago
Evening Standard
How bank holidays are created and why we have them as call for extra Jubilee day to be made permanent
Business leaders are calling on the government to make the Jubilee bank holiday permanent
2 days ago
PA Media: UK News
Tens of thousands gather in Belfast to celebrate Northern Ireland centenary
People said the celebration, delayed by a year, was not overshadowed by the row over the Northern Ireland Protocol.
14 hours ago
The Guardian
Neil Basu to demand answers over failed bid to lead National Crime Agency
Met assistant commissioner will ask Home Office why he was overlooked for top job
8 hours ago
The Guardian
Columbine happened 23 years ago. How is America still no further forward?
There is no generous interpretation for the past 23 years of inaction. We all bear some of the blame
2 days ago
Lancashire Telegraph
Foodhub launches 20% discount off takeaways ahead of Champions League Final
The Champions League final takes place tonight (May 28) and you can get some money off your takeaway with Foodhub.
14 hours ago
The Independent
Sunak defends energy bill rebate going to every household
Sunak defends energy bill rebate going to every household
2 days ago
Glasgow Times
Maryhill councillor hits out at ScotRail service in North Glasgow
Maryhill councillor Keiran O’Neill has hit out at ScotRail service in North Glasgow
a day ago
Evening Standard
Tens of thousands gather in Belfast to celebrate Northern Ireland centenary
People said the celebration, delayed by a year, was not overshadowed by the row over the Northern Ireland Protocol.
14 hours ago
York Press
Asylum seekers will NOT now arrive before June - MP
THE first asylum seekers will NOT now be moving into a new reception centre near York by next Tuesday, an MP has revealed.
2 days ago

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