Wednesday morning news briefing: US ambassador delivers broadside

Woody Johnson, pictured speaking at a previous event, addressed the way in which Xavier Bettel 'disrespected' Britain - AP POOL
Woody Johnson, pictured speaking at a previous event, addressed the way in which Xavier Bettel 'disrespected' Britain - AP POOL

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Brexit: Luxembourg 'trap' shows why UK wants out, says US

It is a show of solidarity. The US ambassador has insisted that Boris Johnson's treatment at the hands of Luxembourg's prime minister is a reminder of why the UK wants to leave the European Union. Woody Johnson said that having "built the greatest empire" and "held off the Nazis", the British "didn't need a lecture from anybody on how to run their country". Associate Editor Camilla Tominey has full details of his comments. And here is a reminder of how Xavier Bettel was accused of "disrespecting" Britain in a "trap". As Supreme Court arguments continue today over the suspension of Parliament, Gordon Rayner and Owen Bennett have a recap of what happened yesterday as tempers frayed. Here is the timetable of when a ruling is expected to be made.

Meanwhile, Poland's ambassador to the UK has urged his fellow countrymen to "seriously consider" moving back home after Brexit. James Rothwell has details of a letter addressed to the 800,000 Poles who live and work in the UK. And Matt's cartoon today manages to find an imagined link between no-deal planning and the woman who swam the Channel four times in one go.

Petrol prices: How much fuel could rise by after Saudi attack

British motorists could face a spike in pump prices after wholesale petrol costs soared in the wake of the drone strikes on Saudi Arabia. The AA compared the impact of the attacks on fuel prices to the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. It has calculated how much prices could rise by per litre.

Royal exclusive: Prince Harry on his new show with Oprah

The Duke of Sussex is teaming up with Oprah Winfrey for a new Apple TV+ documentary series. And he tells Bryony Gordon today how opening up about his own mental health on her Telegraph podcast helped to spark the new project. Read on for the full, exclusive interview with Prince Harry.

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Gallery: The big picture

Unholy row | The nave of Southwark Cathedral was turned into a catwalk for London Fashion Week. But the risqué show featuring scantily clad models prompted outrage. Read on for more and click here for more striking images.

A model wears a creation by Julien Macdonald at the Spring/Summer 2020 fashion week runway show at Southwark Cathedral - Credit: Vianney Le Caer /Invision 
A model wears a creation by Julien Macdonald at the Spring/Summer 2020 fashion week runway show at Southwark Cathedral Credit: Vianney Le Caer /Invision

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Business and money briefing

Minerals crisis | Thousands of retail investors risk losing their money in Sirius Minerals after the company admitted its plan to build a fertiliser mine in Yorkshire was on the brink of collapse. As Jon Yeomans reports, the Government appears to have ruled out a rescue.

Sport briefing

Napoli 2 Liverpool 0 | As Jurgen Klopp's side began the defence of their Champions League crown on a losing note, read Chris Bascombe'match report from the San Paolo Stadium.

And finally...

Ready for take-off | A partially edible, plastic-free inflight meal tray has been designed to reduce airline waste. The tray, which is made from used coffee-grounds, also comprises a side dish lid made of algae or banana leaf - and a "spork" made from coconut wood. Click here for pictures.