Queen’s Brother Loses Royal Titles Amid Growing Controversy; Melinda Hurricane Devastation in Jamaica Sparks Outrage; Inquest Reveals Man Dies in Synagogue Attack
Andrew Loses Royal Titles and Home as Queen’s Brother
After decades of silence over Epstein sex trafficking allegations, the UK government strips Andrew of his royal titles and expels him from Royal Lodge.
- Streets named after Andrew should be changed, says Epstein victims’ lawyer — BBC News
- The Papers: ‘The Andrew formerly known as Prince’ and ‘meet Mr Windsor’ — BBC News
- ‘Huge moment in world history’ as Andrew loses titles – and will be kicked out of royal home — Sky News
- Andrew stripped of ‘prince’ title and will move out of Royal Lodge — BBC News
Man Dies in Synagogue Attack, Inquest Reveals
Manchester synagogue attacker died from multiple gunshot wounds during the incident, as revealed by an inquest.
- Manchester synagogue attacker died of multiple gunshot wounds, inquest hears — Sky News
- Man jailed after burgling Damien Hirst’s studio while wearing GPS tag — Sky News
Melissa Hurricane Leaves Devastation in Jamaica, Aid Struggles Persist
The death toll from Hurricane Melissa rises as aid efforts struggle to reach affected areas in Jamaica, with survivors pleading for help amid widespread destruction.
- Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as aid struggles to reach parts of Jamaica — BBC News
- ‘Send help’: The desperate pleas from Hurricane Melissa survivors — Sky News
- ‘I’ve never seen this in my entire life’: The towns in Jamaica ripped apart by Hurricane Melissa – as relief effort intensifies — Sky News
Reeves Confronted Over Rental License Blunder by Chancellor
Former BBC presenter Rachel Reeves faces criticism from Prime Minister over her letting agent’s failure to secure a rental license for her London residence, with no further action taken against her.
- Reeves rebuked by PM over ‘regrettable’ rental confusion but faces no further action — BBC News
- Reeves gets apology as letting agent admits it didn’t apply for rental licence for chancellor — Sky News
Apple and Amazon Surpass Forecasts Despite Challenges
Despite facing headwinds, both Apple and Amazon exceed analyst expectations in their latest earnings reports. Analysts praised their resilience and strategic moves.
Damning Report Eviscerates UK’s Complacent Fast Jets Programme
A critical report has harshly criticized the UK’s fast jets programme, describing it as complacent and in urgent need of reform to maintain its military edge.
- Damning report eviscerates UK’s ‘complacent’ fast jets programme — Sky News
- Damning report into UK’s ‘complacent’ fast jets programme — Sky News
Trump Announces Dramatic Drop in US Refugee Intake, Most Coming from South Africa
President Trump announced a significant reduction in the number of refugees admitted to the United States, with most of them being White South Africans. The order has been criticized for its potential impact on racial minorities.
- Trump announces dramatic drop in US refugee intake, with most coming from one country — Sky News
- Trump accused of ‘new low point’ with refugee order — Sky News
Israel Confirms Hostage Identities as Hamas Returns Bodies
Following the release of hostages from Gaza, Israeli authorities have confirmed the identities of those returned by Hamas. The bodies were identified through DNA testing and other forensic methods.
- Israel confirms identities of hostages’ bodies returned by Hamas — BBC News
- Israeli soldiers threaten Sky News team with arrest in the West Bank — Sky News
Prince Andrew to Leave Royal Lodge and King Initiates Process to Remove His Titles
Prince Andrew is set to relocate from Windsor home as Buckingham Palace releases a statement announcing the process to remove his royal titles.
- Prince Andrew to leave Windsor home – as King begins process to remove his titles — Sky News
- Andrew to relocate to Sandringham – as Buckingham Palace releases statement — Sky News
BBC Reports Double Standard in Soldier F Trial Costs
The BBC reports that costs surrounding the trial of Soldier F have been labeled a ‘double standard’ by commentators, with criticism over perceived inconsistencies in how similar cases are treated.