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Breaking News
- UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q1: The UK's economy contracted by 0.1% in the first quarter of the year, according to official figures.
- Boris Johnson to face MPs over Partygate: The Prime Minister is set to face a grilling from MPs over allegations of lockdown-breaking parties at Downing Street.
- UK and US agree new trade deal: The UK and US have agreed a new trade deal, which will reduce tariffs on goods such as whiskey and cars.
Top Stories
- Covid-19: UK cases rise by 10% in a week: The number of Covid-19 cases in the UK has risen by 10% in the past week, according to the latest figures.
- Prince Philip's funeral to be held on April 17: The funeral of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, will be held on April 17 at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
- UK weather: Storms to bring heavy rain and strong winds: The UK is set to be hit by a series of storms this week, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
Politics
- Boris Johnson's leadership under pressure: The Prime Minister's leadership is under pressure after a series of scandals and controversies.
- Labour Party leadership contest: The Labour Party is holding a leadership contest to replace Sir Keir Starmer, who is stepping down as leader.
- Brexit: UK and EU agree on Northern Ireland protocol: The UK and EU have agreed on a new protocol for Northern Ireland, which will help to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland.
Business
- FTSE 100 falls by 1%: The FTSE 100 index fell by 1% on Monday, amid concerns over the global economy.
- UK inflation rate rises to 2.5%: The UK's inflation rate rose to 2.5% in March, according to official figures.
- Amazon to create 1,000 new jobs in the UK: Amazon is set to create 1,000 new jobs in the UK, as part of its expansion plans.
World News
- Russia-Ukraine conflict: Fighting intensifies: Fighting has intensified between Russian-backed separatists and Ukrainian government forces in eastern Ukraine.
- US-China trade tensions: Beijing imposes tariffs on US goods: China has imposed tariffs on $3.6 billion worth of US goods, in response to US tariffs on Chinese goods.
- India's Covid-19 crisis: Hospitals overwhelmed: India's healthcare system is struggling to cope with a surge in Covid-19 cases, with hospitals overwhelmed and medical supplies running low.
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