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35m Met Police officers sent racist, sexist and homophobic WhatsApps
1h Hopes of economic rebound are hobbled by wave of strike walkouts
4h No swift US-UK free trade deal, says Hunt despite Brexiteers’ promises
2h Passengers warned to avoid London Waterloo amid ‘major’ signal failure
54m Joe Biden confuses All Blacks rugby team with Black and Tans in gaffe
5h Donald Trump sues former lawyer Michael Cohen for $500m
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London

Passengers warned to avoid London Waterloo amid ‘major’ signal failure

The ‘major’ signalling problem is expected to cause disruption until the end of the day

Politics
57m

Joe Biden confuses All Blacks rugby team with Black and Tans in gaffe

The US president made the awkward mixup at a pub in Dundalk during his four-day tour of Ireland

Business
36m

Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty lands £6.7 million Infosys payout

Murty has collected over £20 million in dividends over the past twelve months

Crime

Bradford Pc murder: Man in court after extradition from Pakistan

A 74-year-old man accused of the 2005 murder of a police officer in Bradford has appeared in court in London

World
14m

Take morning-after style pill to stop STD rise, US doctors urge

Health officials say that doxycycline should be taken to curb huge increase in sexually-transmitted diseases

UK
21m

BMX rider performs tricks on ‘surreal’ floating skatepark 2,000 feet up

Kriss Kyle thought of the idea whilst out mountain biking with his dogs during lockdown.
World
23m

Thousands ordered to take shelter as Australia braces for Cyclone Ilsa

Winds at the centre of the cyclone are thought to be around 196mph

UK
34m

Biden greeted by Irish President as day of ceremony in Dublin begins

Joe Biden is expected to set out a ‘shared vision’ for the future of US-Irish relations when he address both houses of the Oireachtas.
Showbiz
40m

Taylor Swift fans convinced Alwyn romance back on after spotting clue

Fans rushed to Twitter to share their theories and speculate that she and Alwyn are back together

Politics
54m

Junior doctors should halt strikes for Government to enter Acas talks – minister

Home Office minister Chris Philp described the ongoing walkouts as ‘extremely damaging’.
UK

Questions over Harry’s security ahead of huge policing operation for coronation

The Duke of Sussex was accused of sparking serious security concerns after revealing in his book he killed 25 Taliban fighters while in Afghanistan.
Health

You must still go to appointments despite doctors’ strike, say trusts

Patients have been urged to attend appointments as British Medical Association members continue their strike action over pay

Health

NHS waiting list hits new record high though longest waits continue to fall

The number of people waiting more than a year and a half to start treatment has dropped by 35%.
Politics

Minister defends Biden-Sunak talks as White House says discussion was ‘general’

Chris Philp defended Rishi Sunak’s movements in Belfast on Wednesday amid criticism that the bilateral talks appeared low-key.
World

Alaskan pet survives incredible journey on sea ice

Lost dog Nanuq survived 150mile trek across Bering Sea ice and bite by ‘polar bear or seal’

London

ENO gets £24m to help with move — and can keep London base

The ENO will be able to keep its London Coliseum base while moving headquarters as part of the Government’s levelling-up agenda

UK

Three women launch civil claim against Andrew Tate

Andrew Tate vehemently denies the allegations

Comment

Greenwashing is a creeping crisis: time to take it in hand

Some believe greenwashing poses a threat to a sustainable future

UK

Who is Tim Westwood? DJ interviewed under caution by police

We take a look at the former BBC radio DJ, who has been interviewed under caution by the Met

UK

McDonald: Sinn Fein shares US foreign policy concerns but boycott ‘wrong choice’

She said Irish issues will be her ‘port of call’ when speaking to US President Joe Biden on Thursday.
UK

‘Complete dream’ for founder of vandalised allotment as fundraiser soars

‘It’s been a whirlwind,’ said Carly Burd after her plot was ruined with salt.
News

What is geocaching? The new big Tiktok trend

The first geocache was hidden in the US in May 2000 — and there are now three million active geocaches worldwide

UK

White House: ‘Very clear’ Biden was referring to All Blacks during speech gaffe

The official transcript on the White House website has been amended.
UK

DWP and cost of living: When to expect payments in April

A couple of Easter bank holidays have impacted benefit payment dates this month

London

Vaisakhi 2023: When is it and how to celebrate in Trafalgar Square

Sikh and Hindu spring celebration in April will be marked by free events around London

UK

BBC commits to exploring ‘alternatives’ to proposed classical performer job cuts

The performing groups include the symphony, concert and philharmonic orchestras and BBC Singers.
UK

Biden to set out ‘shared vision’ for US-Irish ties in speech to Parliament

The US president will also meet with Michael D Higgins and Leo Varadkar during engagements in Ireland on Thursday.
Crime

Man accused of murdering Pc Sharon Beshenivsky 18 years ago appears in court

Piran Ditta Khan, 74, is charged with the murder of the 38-year-old on November 18 2005
UK

The price of milk: Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury’s compared

Britain’s largest supermarket said it would reduce its four-pint bottle from £1.65 to £1.55.

Politics

Home Office minister admits ‘there’s more we can do’ to follow up crime reports

Chris Philp said Government plans to cut ‘unnecessary red tape’ will free up police time.
Transport

Sadiq Khan to press on with Ulez expansion despite legal challenge

City Hall made clear it would not hesitate to roll out the £12.50-a-day levy to the Greater London boundary in August

World

Best pictures of the day

See the best images of the day from around the world

Environment

Body found after search operation off Brighton beach during Storm Noa

Coastguard rescue teams and helicopters and RNLI lifeboats helped with the operation before the body was found.
Politics

Minister defends Biden-Sunak talks and rejects claim president is ‘anti-British’

Chris Philp defended Rishi Sunak’s movements in Belfast on Wednesday amid criticism that the bilateral talks appeared to be a low-key affair.
Showbiz

Oti Mabuse discusses pressure to have a certain body type on TV

The former Strictly pro dancer said: ‘I think I was relatable for a lot of women because all the girls [on Strictly] are really petite’

UK

Ainsley Harriott hails power of food with invitations to Coronation Big Lunch

Thousands of street parties are expected to be held during the coronation weekend.
World

US secrets leak ‘was from gun enthusiast who worked on military base’

He shared classified documents to a chat group who shared a “mutual love of guns, military gear and God’, The Washington Post has reported

UK

US President Joe Biden to address Irish Parliament as visit continues

He will then attend a banquet in his honour at Dublin Castle hosted by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on Thursday evening.
Health

What is euthanasia? France may allow assisted dying

There are various types of euthanasia that depend on a person’s outlook and level of consciousness

UK

Crime author and ‘Heavenly Creatures’ killer Anne Perry dies aged 84

The writer was known for her Pitt and Monk detective novel series and being convicted of murder as a teenager.
Crime

Man with learning difficulties violently beaten on London bus

Police have issued CCTV images of three people they want to identify following the attack

UK

Search continues for missing dog walker

Ausra Plungiene, from Prestatyn, North Wales, was last seen on Tuesday.
World

Donald Trump sues former lawyer Michael Cohen for $500m

Former US president was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records after Mr Cohen testified before a grand jury

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