Charles III Portraits: Free For Public, £8m Cost Shameful
Anti-monarchist Claims Royal Portraits ‘scandalous’ Amidst Spending Cuts
Ministers have been accused of wasting £8m to offer public bodies free portraits of King Charles. The move has been criticized by anti-monarchy campaigners, who say the money should be spent on public services instead. John Glen said it would let institutions mark the new reign with pride, while Oliver Dowden said it was part of plans to bring the nation together.
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1. Petra Kvitova shocks Elena Rybakina to win Miami Open final in straight sets
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Petra Kvitova won her first Miami Open title after 17 years of competing. She took advantage of the unusually fast courts and beat Elena Rybakina in the final match. This is her 30th career title, making her the highest tally among her generation, and only Venus Williams has won more titles among active women players. Kvitova was able to win due to being injury free and attacking with a high-risk ball striking method that led to many losses in earlier years but now is one of the most dangerous and unpredictable players in tennis.
2. Taliban holding three British men in detention in Afghanistan
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Three British men, including a charity medic and a self-styled “danger tourist”, are being held in custody by the Taliban in Afghanistan. They have not been granted legal representation and no charges have been brought against them. The UK government is attempting to secure consular contact with them, while supporting their families. Five other British people were released by the Taliban after being detained for six months earlier this year, with nothing given in return except an apology from them. The FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan due to security risks including possible detention.
3. Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After a 3-Day Hospital Stay
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4. Indictment makes Trump ‘stronger,’ his friends say — and foes agree
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Donald Trump’s indictment by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is unlikely to hurt his chances of retaking the White House, according to supporters and foes. Former GOP Congressman Lee Zeldin said it could even boost his campaign. The case centers around a hush money payment that Trump denies making, but Republicans have united in support of him and he has received $4 million in donations since news broke of the indictment. His lawyers plan on extending the case through 2024’s presidential primaries with filings and motions while they aim to change venue from Manhattan where they fear an anti-Trump jury. Meanwhile, security measures are being taken for when he is arraigned Tuesday as Secret Service has nixed handcuffs due to potential risks if an emergency arises.
5. ‘QAnon Shaman’ Jacob Chansley spotted at halfway house
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Jacob Chansley, known as the “QAnon Shaman,” was released from prison and has been spotted at a Phoenix halfway house wearing a beanie, sweatshirt and jean shorts instead of his iconic horned headdress. He is required to stay there until May 25. Gloria Perez, who lives across the street from the 70-bed facility, said she won’t approach him because he’s “probably crazy.” His mother Martha said that it’s like he is still in jail since visitors are not allowed.
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