Newspaper headlines: 'North in lockdown 2', and dementia 'can be halted' - BBC News

Posted: 30 Jul 2020 09:41 PM PDT

Mirror front page — Image caption The late announcement of coronavirus restrictions being tightened for large parts of northern England still manages to make many of the front pages. "North in lockdown 2" is the headline in the Daily Mirror, which says Manchester, Yorkshire and Lancashire have been hit by the move.

The Times front page — Image caption The Times says four million people will be affected by the tightening of the rules. It came after a rise in cases which ministers believe has been caused by people failing to observe social distancing rules, the paper adds.

Telegraph front page — Image caption "Lockdown measures reimposed across North" is the headline in the Telegraph. It says the measures were ordered by Boris Johnson as he warned of a "damaging second wave" hitting the UK.

i front page — Image caption The i describes the government's move as a "surprise", saying it came after local infection rate climb. It quotes Health Secretary Matt Hancock as saying: "The spread is largely due to households meeting and not abiding to social distancing."

Daily Mail front page — Image caption "You really can beat dementia" is the headline in the Daily Mail. It says a major study has shown that 40% of cases in the UK may be avoided or delayed by "eating less, exercising more and cutting out alcohol and cigarettes". It says the study suggests these lifestyle habits - along with other factors - could be responsible for 340,000 of Britain's 850,000 dementia cases.

Daily Express front page — Image caption It's the same story on the front of the Daily Express, which calls it a "major breakthrough" by scientists. It claims tens of thousands of dementia case could be prevented each year by "simple lifestyle changes".

Guardian front page — Image caption The Guardian focuses on a warning from the Trades Union Congress that up to two million "extremely vulnerable people" shielding in England must not be forced to return to their workplaces. It says it would "heartless and reckless" for bosses to demand they return to work from 1 August - when the government lifts the advice that they should stay at home.

Metro front page — Image caption Former Conservative MP Charlie Elphicke being "dumped by his wife" is the main story in the Metro. The paper reports that Natalie Elphicke walked out on him at court after he was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women.

Financial Times front page — Image caption The Financial Times highlights what it calls "grim data" from the United States and Germany which shows their economic output has plunged. The paper says it points to "a long and painful recovery for the global economy".

Daily Star front page — Image caption And the Daily Star claims the ghost of Inspector Morse is haunting the Emmerdale set. It says one of the cast has felt "the presence of acting legend John Thaw at the studios".

"North in lockdown 2" and "Lancashire Hotspot" are the headlines in the Daily Mirror and the Sun following the tightening of lockdown restrictions across Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Yorkshire.

The Daily Mirror says the decision to stop two households meeting up inside was taken following government talks with mayors and local council leaders.

The Sun's editorial says while the new, "uncompromising" restrictions will affect millions, ministers were "right to act" because it would be "disastrous to relax" and "waste" the efforts of the nationwide lockdown.

The Spectator says the coronavirus data for Greater Manchester makes for "grim reading" but it asks why people were only given three hours to prepare for the change.

It goes on to question the blanket nature of the restrictions given there are concerns about specific boroughs - "that people in Stockport will have to change their plans because of flare-ups in Oldham will not be taken well".

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Image caption Areas like Oldham in Greater Manchester has seen a rise in Covid-19 cases

The Sun says that the Foreign Office plans to repatriate "a handful" of orphaned or abandoned children belonging to British Islamic State group jihadis in Syria.

The government is said to have intervened to reduce fears that the children may grow up to become terrorists and target the UK. The paper says "fewer than five" youngsters have been identified and they will be put into care when they return.

"Knocked off course by the virus, dithering Carlaw finally ends the drift" is the Herald's take on Jackson Carlaw's decision to resign as leader of the Scottish Conservatives.

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Image caption Jackson Carlaw resigned resigned as the leader of the Scottish Conservatives after only six months in the job

In a withering assessment, the paper says his attempts to criticise Nicola Sturgeon's handling of the pandemic "often appeared petty" and he looked like "a small man lost against a giant backdrop".

But the Scotsman's John McLellan is more sympathetic, pointing out that it was "no means certain" that a different leader would have performed better against Ms Sturgeon's brand of "stern caution".

The Daily Mirror uses its leader to urge the government to find its "conscience" and find money for the BBC to continue with free TV licences for people aged over 75.

The paper says the benefit, which comes to an end on Friday - should not be classed as a "perk" because, for millions, the TV is a "source of companionship" and "a window on the outside world".

While the Mirror blames the government, the Daily Star accuses the BBC of piling on "misery" for the elderly with the change.

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And finally, the Daily Telegraph reports that some customers may only be in line for "bite-sized savings" under Rishi Sunak's £10 off eating out plan next month.

A survey, conducted by the Telegraph, found some of Britain's most expensive and exclusive restaurants - including one by Heston Blumenthal - have signed up to the scheme. It suggests readers can now enjoy the tasting menu at Nobu, in Mayfair, for just £82 - instead of £92.

But the Telegraph also points out that anyone hoping to get the £11 tomato ceviche for next to nothing will be disappointed - because the scheme's small print means the half price discount will never be more than £10.

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Ed Woodward looks to add Pau Torres to Manchester United's defence - News24

Posted: 31 Jul 2020 12:02 AM PDT

Pau Torres (Getty Images)

Manchester United chief Ed Woodward is reportedly willing to meet Villarreal's valuation for Pau Torres, in order to partner Harry Maguire in defence.

The Red Devils are expected to be major players in this summer's window, with a deal for Jadon Sancho still on the cards.

However, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has told the club he needs a new centre-back - and it looks like Woodward is about to come up trumps.

According to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, as cited by the Daily Express, United are ready to step up their interest in Villarreal's Torres.

The report states that Woodward is 'planning to go all out for the 23-year-old' in the coming weeks.

Villarreal are demanding around £59m (€65m) for the Spain international, who has previously been touted for a £45m switch to Old Trafford.

Torres made 34 La Liga appearances for Villarreal this season as the Spanish side finished fifth in the table.

However, United are not the only interested party - with Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona also keen.

Barca look certain to be priced out of a deal, given they are strapped for cash, leaving the English trio as frontrunners.

Torres is a naturally left-sided centre-back who would allow Maguire switch to the right and give United more balance.

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