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All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.
If the leading story is available, links will be provided.
This page will be updated as the headlines come in.
Metro (South Edition): "DON IN... NONE OUT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gergana Krasteva
Prime Minister of United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer will meet Donald Trump, the President Of United States, during a historic second State Visit to Britain - hoping events gloss over a poor start for his 'one in.. one out' migrant deal with France.
FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/16/lone-maga-fan-turns-up-at-windsor-castle-12-hours-before-trump-lands-for-state-visit-24175164
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gergana Krasteva
Prime Minister of United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer will meet Donald Trump, the President Of United States, during a historic second State Visit to Britain - hoping events gloss over a poor start for his 'one in.. one out' migrant deal with France.
FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/16/lone-maga-fan-turns-up-at-windsor-castle-12-hours-before-trump-lands-for-state-visit-24175164
Glasgow Times: "'WE ARE REALLY DISAPPOINTED WITH COUNCIL'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Donald A. Erskine
A restaurant in the Southside has slammed the council for "failing to clear a blocked drain" outside their premises for months.
The Battlefield Rest, near Queen's Park, has slated Glasgow City Council over the ponging drain, which left them having to put air fresheners on the trees outside the restaurant.
FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25453358.glasgow-restaurant-slams-council-drain-blocked-months
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Donald A. Erskine
A restaurant in the Southside has slammed the council for "failing to clear a blocked drain" outside their premises for months.
The Battlefield Rest, near Queen's Park, has slated Glasgow City Council over the ponging drain, which left them having to put air fresheners on the trees outside the restaurant.
FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25453358.glasgow-restaurant-slams-council-drain-blocked-months
The Guardian: "TRUMP FANS THE FLAMES OF DIVISION, SAYS KHAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Peter Walker
Donald Trump has arrived in the United Kingdom on the night of Tuesday 16 September 2025 to a barrage of criticism from Sadiq Khan, the Mayor Of London, who has accused the US president of doing more than anyone else to encourage the intolerant far right across the globe.
FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/16/trump-has-fanned-the-flames-of-divisive-politics-around-the-world-says-sadiq-khan
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Peter Walker
Donald Trump has arrived in the United Kingdom on the night of Tuesday 16 September 2025 to a barrage of criticism from Sadiq Khan, the Mayor Of London, who has accused the US president of doing more than anyone else to encourage the intolerant far right across the globe.
FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/16/trump-has-fanned-the-flames-of-divisive-politics-around-the-world-says-sadiq-khan
Gorey Guardian (Ireland): "YOUNG MUM TOLD SHE HAD BRAIN TUMOUR DAYS AFTER GIVING BIRTH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alan White
Caoimhe Coffey - who resides in Ballycanew, Wexford - was diagnosed with a Brain Tumour, days after she gave birth to her son.
She has had two craniotomies as part of her treatment.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alan White
Caoimhe Coffey - who resides in Ballycanew, Wexford - was diagnosed with a Brain Tumour, days after she gave birth to her son.
She has had two craniotomies as part of her treatment.
Morning Star: "GAZA IS BURNING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dave Williams
Sir Keir Starmer's Government faced fresh condemnation for their failure to oppose Israel's brutal war on the Palestinians as the country's military began a ground offensive into Gaza City and a United Nations commission of inquiry concluded that Israel is committing genocide.
FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/governments-position-was-already-morally-indefensible-it-now-politically-untenable
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dave Williams
Sir Keir Starmer's Government faced fresh condemnation for their failure to oppose Israel's brutal war on the Palestinians as the country's military began a ground offensive into Gaza City and a United Nations commission of inquiry concluded that Israel is committing genocide.
FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/governments-position-was-already-morally-indefensible-it-now-politically-untenable
Daily Express: "4M TO PAY TAX ON STATE PENSION IN 2 YEARS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro
More than four million people are set to pay tax on their State Pension for the first time in 2027, experts have warned.
Pensioners will be hit by Rachel Reeves’ freeze on how much income can be free of tax.
Two ex-pensions ministers fear a stealth raid by the Chancellor.
FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2109348
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro
More than four million people are set to pay tax on their State Pension for the first time in 2027, experts have warned.
Pensioners will be hit by Rachel Reeves’ freeze on how much income can be free of tax.
Two ex-pensions ministers fear a stealth raid by the Chancellor.
FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2109348
New Ross Standard (Ireland): "TWO KEY VACANT PROPERTIES ARE ON THE MARKET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica O'Connor
Sale of Prendergast's pub and the former Dundrody Inn could lead to quay being transformed.
The quay has come under some criticism about the lack of investment.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica O'Connor
Sale of Prendergast's pub and the former Dundrody Inn could lead to quay being transformed.
The quay has come under some criticism about the lack of investment.
The Yorkshire Post: "DALES HIT BY 16,000 HOURS OF SEWAGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn
The Yorkshire Dales' waters are at risk of serious pollution, a new report has found, with more than 16,000 hours of sewage discharged into the National Park's rivers last year.
Campaign warns of serious pollution in National Park.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn
The Yorkshire Dales' waters are at risk of serious pollution, a new report has found, with more than 16,000 hours of sewage discharged into the National Park's rivers last year.
Campaign warns of serious pollution in National Park.
The West Australian (Australia): "ALBO AND HIS PACIFIC PUKPUK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Greene
Anthony Albanese has suffered another security deal setback in the Pacific after Papua New Guinea failed to approve a new defence treaty.
As officials from both sides scramble to finalise arrangements for the signing by Anthony Albanese and his PNG counterpart James Marape.
FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/historic-png-defence-treaty-to-block-china-but-doubts-linger-on-timing-c-20038040
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Greene
Anthony Albanese has suffered another security deal setback in the Pacific after Papua New Guinea failed to approve a new defence treaty.
As officials from both sides scramble to finalise arrangements for the signing by Anthony Albanese and his PNG counterpart James Marape.
FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/historic-png-defence-treaty-to-block-china-but-doubts-linger-on-timing-c-20038040
Daily Star: "THE LION OF HOLLYWOOD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nadeem Badshah / Jack Wetherill
Movie heart-throb Robert Redford – the man who put the super into superstar – has died aged 89.
Meryl Streep called him "the lion of Hollywood".
FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/showbiz/us-showbiz/breaking-hollywood-titan-robert-redford-35911306
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nadeem Badshah / Jack Wetherill
Movie heart-throb Robert Redford – the man who put the super into superstar – has died aged 89.
Meryl Streep called him "the lion of Hollywood".
FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/showbiz/us-showbiz/breaking-hollywood-titan-robert-redford-35911306
Enniscorthy Guardian (Ireland): "KILTEALY VILLAGE WORKS FINALLY GET GREEN LIGHT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Bourke
The long-awaited infrastructure and development works for Kiltealy Village have at last received official approval to proceed, marking a significant milestone for the local community.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Bourke
The long-awaited infrastructure and development works for Kiltealy Village have at last received official approval to proceed, marking a significant milestone for the local community.
Daily Mail: "HUMAN RIGHTS FANATIC PM SUNK... BY HUMAN RIGHTS!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Barrett
Labour's 'One In, One Out' policy was plunged into chaos as the High Court blocked ministers from sending a Small Boat Asylum Seeker back to France.
An Eritrean man will not be deported to France under the Government's 'One In, One Out' policy after he won his bid to have the removal temporarily blocked.
FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15104337
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Barrett
Labour's 'One In, One Out' policy was plunged into chaos as the High Court blocked ministers from sending a Small Boat Asylum Seeker back to France.
An Eritrean man will not be deported to France under the Government's 'One In, One Out' policy after he won his bid to have the removal temporarily blocked.
FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15104337
The Guardian (Australia): "JD VANCE BACKS MASS 'DOXING' CAMPAIGN TO FIND AND HARASS CHARLIE KIRK CRITICS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Oliver Holmes
A mass "doxing" effort to track down, intimidate and harass people perceived not to have sufficiently mourned the killing of the rightwing activist Charlie Kirk was endorsed by JD Vance (Vice President Of The United States).
The United States Vice President guest hosted Charlie Kirk's podcast earlier in September 2025, and said that people who "see someone celebrating Charlie#s murder" should "call them out".
FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/16/jd-vance-doxing-charlie-kirk-critics
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Oliver Holmes
A mass "doxing" effort to track down, intimidate and harass people perceived not to have sufficiently mourned the killing of the rightwing activist Charlie Kirk was endorsed by JD Vance (Vice President Of The United States).
The United States Vice President guest hosted Charlie Kirk's podcast earlier in September 2025, and said that people who "see someone celebrating Charlie#s murder" should "call them out".
FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/16/jd-vance-doxing-charlie-kirk-critics
Scottish Daily Mail: "NOW BRACE YOURSELVES FOR MORE NET ZERO TAX HIKES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley
Climate change policies are set to cost £700 million a year in Scotland and pose a 'fiscal risk' to The Scottish National Party Government.
The huge annual average costs will be run up from next year until 2050 during the move to Net Zero, according to a new report by the Scottish Fiscal Commission.
FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15104639
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley
Climate change policies are set to cost £700 million a year in Scotland and pose a 'fiscal risk' to The Scottish National Party Government.
The huge annual average costs will be run up from next year until 2050 during the move to Net Zero, according to a new report by the Scottish Fiscal Commission.
FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15104639
State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "GADKARI, OMAR REVIEW SRINAGAR-JAMMU HIGHWAY TRAFFIC RESTORATION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari chaired a meeting to review the status of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, which has remained closed for heavy vehicles following massive damage caused by heavy rains and flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir last month.
FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/union-minister-gadkari-takes-stock-of-jammu-srinagar-highway-blockage
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari chaired a meeting to review the status of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, which has remained closed for heavy vehicles following massive damage caused by heavy rains and flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir last month.
FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/union-minister-gadkari-takes-stock-of-jammu-srinagar-highway-blockage
The Scotsman: "SCOTLAND TO BENEFIT FROM TECH DEAL AS TRUMP LANDS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Quinn
A Scottish firm is set to benefit from a US-UK tech deal unveiled to coincide with President Donald Trump's historic second State Visit.
DataVita is partnering with American Artificial Intelligence (AI) cloud company CoreWeave to build one of Europe’s largest data centres.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Quinn
A Scottish firm is set to benefit from a US-UK tech deal unveiled to coincide with President Donald Trump's historic second State Visit.
DataVita is partnering with American Artificial Intelligence (AI) cloud company CoreWeave to build one of Europe’s largest data centres.
Wexford People (Ireland): "COUPLE'S 300KM ORDEAL TO ATTEND FAMILY DOCTOR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pádraig Byrne
The shortage of available places at local GP practices in Wexford has been brought sharply into focus once again, as it has emerged that one Wexford couple is forced to make a 300KM round trip to Dublin any time they require the services of a doctor.
FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wexford/wexford-district/couple-forced-into-300km-round-trip-for-gp-due-to-lack-of-spaces-in-wexford-are-we-waiting-for-someone-to-die/a482858768.html
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pádraig Byrne
The shortage of available places at local GP practices in Wexford has been brought sharply into focus once again, as it has emerged that one Wexford couple is forced to make a 300KM round trip to Dublin any time they require the services of a doctor.
FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wexford/wexford-district/couple-forced-into-300km-round-trip-for-gp-due-to-lack-of-spaces-in-wexford-are-we-waiting-for-someone-to-die/a482858768.html
Daily Mirror: "THE EGO HAS LANDED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mikey Smith / Patrick Hill
Donald Trump faced a storm of furious protest as he landed in Britain for his second State Visit.
The United States President will be treated to pomp and pageantry, including a feast at Windsor Castle.
FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/donald-trump-state-visit-live-35909300
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mikey Smith / Patrick Hill
Donald Trump faced a storm of furious protest as he landed in Britain for his second State Visit.
The United States President will be treated to pomp and pageantry, including a feast at Windsor Castle.
FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/donald-trump-state-visit-live-35909300
Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "SAUDI ARABIA WELCOMES UN REPORT CONFIRMING ISRAELI GENOCIDE IN GAZA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted
Saudi Arabia welcomed a report issued by United Nations investigators which concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry, which does not speak on behalf of the world body, found that “genocide is occurring in Gaza", commission chief Navi Pillay said.
FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2615552
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted
Saudi Arabia welcomed a report issued by United Nations investigators which concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry, which does not speak on behalf of the world body, found that “genocide is occurring in Gaza", commission chief Navi Pillay said.
FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2615552
The Daily Telegraph: "MIGRANT FLIGHT GROUNDED BY COURT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charles Hymas / Albert Tait / Danny Shaw
Sir Keir Starmer's "One In, One Out" migrant deal was dealt a major blow after the High Court blocked the deportation of an Asylum Seeker to France.
FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09/16/migrant-deportations-blocked-in-blow-to-starmers-deal
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charles Hymas / Albert Tait / Danny Shaw
Sir Keir Starmer's "One In, One Out" migrant deal was dealt a major blow after the High Court blocked the deportation of an Asylum Seeker to France.
FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09/16/migrant-deportations-blocked-in-blow-to-starmers-deal
That's all the papers.
News In Brief follows.
News In Brief follows.
NEWS IN BRIEF: Wednesday 17 September 2025
- Trump's UK Visit Sparks Protests And Diplomatic Talks
United States President Donald Trump arrived in Britain on 16 September 2025 for his second State Visit, facing sharp criticism from London Mayor Sadiq Khan for fanning far-right intolerance globally. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet Trump, hoping to overshadow setbacks in the UK's 'One In, One Out' migrant deal with France. The visit coincides with a US-UK tech deal benefiting Scottish firm DataVita, which will partner with American AI company CoreWeave to build one of Europe's largest data centres. (Metro / The Guardian / The Scotsman) - High Court Blocks Migrant Deportation Under New Policy
The Government's 'One In, One Out' asylum agreement with France suffered a major setback as the High Court halted the deportation of an Eritrean Asylum Seeker who arrived by small boat. Critics, including the Daily Mail, labelled it a chaotic failure influenced by human rights laws, plunging Labour's immigration plans into disarray. (Daily Mail / The Daily Telegraph) - UN Report Accuses Israel Of Genocide In Gaza
A United Nations commission has concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza amid a ground offensive into Gaza City, drawing condemnation of Sir Keir Starmer's Government for not opposing the conflict. Saudi Arabia welcomed the findings, while the Morning Star highlighted ongoing criticism of UK policy towards Israel's actions against Palestinians. (Morning Star / Arab News) - Pensioners Face Tax Hit From Income Freeze
Over four million pensioners could pay tax on their State Pensions for the first time by 2027 due to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' freeze on tax-free income thresholds, experts warn. Former pensions ministers have raised fears of a stealth tax raid impacting retirees. (Daily Express) - Yorkshire Dales Rivers Polluted By Sewage Discharges
More than 16,000 hours of sewage were dumped into rivers in the Yorkshire Dales National Park last year, according to a new report, prompting warnings of serious pollution risks to the area's waters. (The Yorkshire Post) - Glasgow Restaurant Slams Council Over Blocked Drain
The Battlefield Rest in Glasgow's Southside has criticised Glasgow City Council for failing to clear a foul-smelling blocked drain outside the premises for months, forcing staff to hang air fresheners on nearby trees. (Glasgow Times) - Scottish Net Zero Policies To Cost £700million Annually
Climate change initiatives in Scotland are projected to cost an average of £700 million per year from next year until 2050, posing a fiscal risk to the Scottish National Party's Government, as per a Scottish Fiscal Commission report warning of potential tax hikes. (Scottish Daily Mail) - Hollywood Legend Robert Redford Dies At 89
Acclaimed actor Robert Redford, dubbed the "lion of Hollywood" by Meryl Streep, has passed away at the age of 89, marking the end of an era for the superstar known for films like The Sting and All the President's Men. (Daily Star) - Australian PM Faces Pacific Security Setback
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese encountered another diplomatic hurdle as Papua New Guinea delayed approval of a new defence treaty, with officials from both nations working urgently to finalise the agreement. (The West Australian) - US Vice President Backs 'Doxing' Campaign
JD Vance, US Vice President, endorsed a mass doxing effort to harass those not sufficiently mourning the death of Right-Wing activist Charlie Kirk, during a guest appearance on Kirk's podcast earlier in September 2025. (The Guardian Australia) - Irish Mum Diagnosed With Brain Tumour Post-Birth
Caoimhe Coffey from County Wexford, Ireland, was diagnosed with a brain tumour just days after giving birth to her son, undergoing two craniotomies as part of her treatment. (Gorey Guardian) - Key Wexford Properties Up For Sale
Two vacant sites in New Ross, Ireland, the former Prendergast's pub and Dundrody Inn, are on the market, potentially transforming the criticised quay area through new investment. (New Ross Standard) - Village Infrastructure Works Approved In Ireland
Long-delayed development works for Kiltealy Village in County Wexford, Ireland, have finally been green-lit, representing a key milestone for the community. (Enniscorthy Guardian) - Wexford Couple's 300KM Trek For GP Services
A couple in Wexford, Ireland, must endure a 300KM round trip to Dublin for medical appointments due to a severe shortage of local GP places, highlighting ongoing healthcare access issues. (Wexford People) - Jammu-Srinagar Highway Restoration Reviewed
India's Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah assessed repairs to the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, closed to heavy vehicles after damage from heavy rains and floods last month. (State Times)
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