Starmer told to side with Commonwealth ally Canada against 'playground bully' Trump's tariff threats

Keir Starmer denied breaking Covid lockdown rules by meeting his voice coach in late 2020, stating that all regulations were followed. The Conservatives have raised concerns about the meeting, which took place during tier 4 restrictions, and have called for an independent investigation to determine if any laws were breached. A new book revealed that the meeting occurred when London was under regional restrictions, prompting questions about potential violations of pandemic regulations. Full Article

President Trump has threatened to impose punitive tariffs on the European Union, citing trade deficits in auto and farm products. Despite claims of being taken advantage of, tariffs imposed by the US and EU on each other are fairly similar, with disparities mainly on items like cars. European leaders are preparing for a potential trade war, warning of negative impacts on investment and business. Full Article

A teenager has been arrested after a 15-year-old boy was stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield. The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and the school grounds are closed while emergency services are on the scene. This incident follows a previous lockdown at the school due to threatening behavior among students. Full Article

The European Union is preparing to investigate online Chinese marketplace Shein for potential violations of consumer laws, with national regulators joining forces under the guidance of the European Commission. This follows a previous probe into Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu over concerns regarding the Digital Services Act, including issues with illegal products, addicting design features, and transparency of algorithms. The EU's increased focus on monitoring large online platforms reflects a commitment to ensuring consumer protection and...

The European Union's governance structure involves key institutions like the European Commission, European Parliament, and Council of the European Union, which work together to shape policies and legislative actions. The EU operates on a legal framework outlined in treaties like the Treaty on European Union and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, ensuring a balance between cooperation and national sovereignty. The European Commission, with 27 Commissioners representing member states, plays a crucial...

Councillors are concerned over Ellen DeGeneres' extension on her £15million Cotswolds home, fearing it may have disturbed Roman remains. DeGeneres and wife Portia de Rossi purchased the farmhouse for £2.5million over asking price last year. Despite the extension meeting high standards, parish councillors raised issues regarding potential disturbance of historic remains and flood risk in the village due to a hedge and wire fence. Full Article