The Papers: ‘Summer of shortages’ and ‘War windfall’
Fears the Iran war could lead to UK supermarket shortages this summer and news of big oil windfalls lead Thursday’s papers.
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BBC at the site of Trump’s planned ‘triumphal arch’
BBC’s Ione Wells explains where the 250ft structure would be built and why it’s controversial.
Arteta wanted fire but Arsenal limp to semis – does style matter?
Mikel Arteta wanted “fire” from his Arsenal players but instead got a sluggish performance as the Gunners did what was needed to reach the Champions League semi-finals.
Major fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation’s petrol supplies
The fire has deepened fears over the nation’s petrol supplies amid a global crunch.
Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards – Bayern-Real delivers drama
The quickest strike in this season’s Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition’s 15-time winners exiting in anger – once again the knockout stages of European club football’s elite contest has delivered drama in spades.
Real Madrid set for rare trophyless season – will Arbeloa pay the price?
After losing out to Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid face the prospect of a trophyless season that could cost Alvaro Arbeloa his job.
Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row
About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.
The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide
Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.
Move over wind farms: why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon
From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?
Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children’s safety
Top executives from firms such as Meta and YouTube will be asked what they are doing to protect children.
‘He’s done it!’ – Diaz scores stunner to earn Bayern late win
Luis Diaz scores a powerful strike from the edge of the box to break 10-man Real Madrid’s resistance, as Bayern Munich take a late lead in their Champions League quarter-final tie.
Guler scores in opening minute after mistake from Neuer
Arda Guler pounces on a loose pass from Manuel Neuer to level the tie between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Allianz Arena.
Former champion Brecel misses out on Crucible spot
Former winner Luca Brecel fails to qualify for the 2026 World Snooker Championship, losing to Wales’ Jak Jones in the last qualifying round.
Peaty looks to LA Games after winning 50m British title
Three-time Olympic champion Adam Peaty continues his fine form by winning the 50m breaststroke at the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships in London.
Players told LIV Golf to run ‘for many years’ amid collapse rumours
Sergio Garcia says LIV Golf’s players were told earlier this year the event would run for “many years” as rumours swirl the Saudi-backed venture is on the verge of collapse.
UFC FRACTURE: Progressive small-party alliance falters, deputy president endorses ANC-led populist coalition
The Unite for Change alliance between Songezo Zibi, Mmusi Maimane and Patricia de Lille has fractured before its first electoral test, exposing the fragility of small-party coalitions. As they regroup ahead of local polls, the ANC is consolidating a more populist coalition in Gauteng – with the backing of Paul Mashatile – setting up a high-stakes battle for Johannesburg’s future.
HEALTHCARE CRISIS: Talisman Foundation patient relocation — another Life Esidimeni tragedy in the making?
For 172 residents living with severe mental illness, the Talisman Foundation is more than a facility; it is their final safety net. Now, a looming relocation has left families terrified and civil society concerned.
Age of assassins: 10 professionals assassinated in three years, zero masterminds arrested
Martha Rantsofu’s murder follows a string of attacks on professionals whose work placed them at the centre of high-stakes legal, financial or political disputes.
IN THE DOCK: Malema awaits sentence but says, ‘they will never imprison my ideas’
Julius Malema, facing a potential 15-year sentence, vows to his supporters that while they may imprison him, his vision for economic freedom will never be silenced.