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Bake Off viewers not happy at Stacey Solomon as host and ‘switch off’ in droves

Stacey joined the show after beloved presenter Tom Allen announced his exit, and she was joined by Liam Charles as the hunt for Britain’s best patisserie team began for its latest series.

Daily Record

Glencore pays up to $1.5B to resolve corruption claims

Commodities firm Glencore says it has reached deals with authorities in the United States, Britain and Brazil to resolve corruption allegations in return for penalties totaling up to $1.5 billion

The Independent UK

George Floyd’s murder should have been a watershed, but Britain has learned nothing

Black Americans fleeing the racist violence symbolised by events two years ago have not found a sanctuary in the UK, says writer and broadcaster Afua Hirsch

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‘We’re human beings too’: How a decade of the hostile environment has torn lives apart

It is 10 years since Theresa May first used the phrase that has become synonymous with hardline policies on migrants. In that decade – from “go home” vans to the Windrush scandal – thousands have faced fear and uncertainty as a result. They tell Nadine White their stories

The Independent UK

Two-fifths of British butterflies threatened with extinction, analysis shows

The insects face an uncertain future due to climate change and nitrogen pollution

Wales Online

Merseyside road ranked worst in Britain for potholes

The road has been the subject of controversy for years

Liverpool Echo

Holocaust survivors who sought refuge in Britain gather to celebrate Queen's Jubilee

A group of Holocaust survivors gathered to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with a tea party. They have all found sanctuary and welcome in the UK, under the eyes of Her Majesty

Daily Mirror

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‘Being fed that content messed with my head’: How TikTok is fuelling eating disorders among the young

An estimated 1.25m people have an eating disorder in Britain. Many of those say social media, including TikTok, is fuelling the problem. Gina Kalsi explores the dark side of the app

The Independent UK

England manager Gareth Southgate praises Jake Daniels’ bravery in coming out

The 17-year-old striker became the first active male professional footballer in Britain to come out since Justin Fashanu in 1990

The Independent UK

Rail union leader says blackouts a 'realistic possibility' in biggest strike in a generation

In an interview with the Mirror, RMT chief Mick Lynch said walkouts could begin in mid-June and refused to rule out a general strike - saying Tory ministers want to 'shut virtually every ticket office in Britain'

Daily Mirror

Who is Anneka Rice as the 80s TV icon confirms the return of Challenge Anneka

The TV presenter once had the most famous bottom in Britain when she first captured the nation's hearts climbing in and out of helicopters for Treasure Hunt

Wales Online

Why Britain really can't afford to cut civil servants right now

A letter leaked to the BBC has revealed that the UK government aims to cut up to 91,000 civil service jobs over the next three years to save money. The letter, sent to civil servants by Simon Case, the cabinet secretary, sets out the aim of reducing staffing levels back…

The Conversation

Commonwealth in Kigali: another chance for Rwanda's Kagame to project soft power

Rwanda is getting its turn to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting from 20 June to 25 June 2022. The grouping of former imperialist Britain power plus its dismantled empire of former colonies, protectorates, and mandates has not had its biennial summit since 2018 because of COVID restrictions. Rwanda,…

The Conversation

Could strikes solve the cost of living crisis for Britain’s workers?

The courage of Britain’s train drivers might provide the inspiration for other workers to fight back against low pay, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

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Wales Online

Britain’s strictest headteacher makes pupils walk to lessons in silence to help them learn better

Katharine Birbalsingh appeared on ITV's Lorraine following her recent documentary

Wales Online

Britain could face bottled beer shortage as price of glass almost doubles

Some breweries are set to switch from bottles to cans - whilst others will keep their bottles but put their prices up

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan demands Met Police explain why Boris Johnson not fined after ‘leaving party’ pictures emerge

Scotland Yard was plunged deeper into the partygate storm on Tuesday as Sadiq Khan demanded it explain why Boris Johnson was not fined for attending what appeared to be a leaving party in No10 when Britain was in lockdown.

The Independent UK

More turn to UK food banks as food and fuel bills soar

Across Britain, food banks and community food hubs that helped struggling families, older people and the homeless during the pandemic are now seeing soaring demand

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Tenants by Vicky Spratt review – empty rooms and empty promises

This astute analysis examines the toxic lottery of Britain’s housing crisis and the devastating outcomes of having no fixed abode

The Independent UK

Emma Raducanu joins Brits in second round as French Open enters third day

Britain’s US Open champion was a set and a break down against 17-year-old qualifier Linda Novoska on Monday but battled back to win in three.

Daily Record

Family of Scots teen left with brain damage dismayed kids still riding bikes without helmets

There is currently no law which compels cyclists of any age to wear a helmet in Britain.

Reuters

London's $24 billion Crossrail finally opens

London's long-delayed and over-budget Crossrail finally opens to passengers on Tuesday, offering faster journeys from Heathrow Airport and Berkshire in the west to Essex in the east through a series of new, long tunnels under Britain's capital.

The Independent UK

UK’s first national black British civil-rights group launched

The launch coincides with the second anniversary of the murder in the US of George Floyd.

The Independent UK

UK’s first national Black civil rights organisation launched by cross-section of influential figures

A national and independent civil rights group, founded by some of the most influential Black people in the country, has been set up to advance justice for Britain’s Black communities.

Reuters

Soccer-Britain set to approve Abramovich's sale of Chelsea - source

Britain is set to approve the sale of Premier League soccer Chelsea to a consortium led by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly, a source familiar with the situation told Reuters, after owner Roman Abramovich gave assurances over the deal.

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