Syrians in Ireland ponder potential return home – The Irish Times

The top police officer investigating serial baby killer Lucy Letby criticized supporters questioning her guilt, calling them "ill-informed" and "insensitive". Letby, convicted of murdering seven infants, has garnered a group of believers, including a church newspaper and a pro-Letby Facebook group, but DS Paul Hughes defended the investigation's thoroughness and the jury's decision, stating it was one of the longest murder trials in British history. Full Article

In a press conference at the White House, Donald Trump announced new tariffs, prompting fears of a global trade war. The UK government is considering retaliatory tariffs on American imports, with a consultation ending on May 1. Trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds emphasized the importance of defending the UK's national interest and exploring all necessary actions if a deal with the US is not secured. Full Article

The Independent relies on donations to support their investigative journalism on topics like reproductive rights and climate change. Matthew Okula opened up about the final moments with his wife Hailey and their newborn son before her sudden death due to a rare childbirth complication. A GoFundMe has been set up to help Matthew navigate life as a single father and support their son Crew. Full Article

Russian President Vladimir Putin faced backlash from Russian parents for sending newly conscripted troops to defend against Ukrainian forces within Russian borders, despite promises not to send them to the frontline in Ukraine. The Ministry of Defence reported that some conscripts were involved in a battle in Kursk, with parents criticizing the lack of training given to their sons. Putin's plan to increase the military to 1.5 million troops by 2026 is at risk due...

A 13-year-old schoolgirl named Layla died in a house fire in Prescot, while five other children, a woman, and a man escaped unharmed after firefighters were called to the scene in Kingsway. Neighbours heard screams and a man urging individuals to jump out of the window to safety as the fire engulfed the home, leading to a joint investigation by Merseyside Police and the Fire and Rescue Service to determine the cause of the fatal...

Ed Davey has called for tariffs on Elon Musk's Tesla cars in response to Donald Trump's 10% tax on British imports, criticizing the government for potentially cutting tech firm taxes for a US trade deal. Despite Keir Starmer's refusal to impose retaliatory tariffs, the UK has given notice to the US of possible actions if a trade deal is not secured by May 1, including a list of US products for potential tariffs. Trade secretary...