Welcome to the Mirror’s Daily Digest, where we compile the top stories of the day from our News, Showbiz, and Sport teams. Today’s highlights include the dismissal of Peter Mandelson by Keir Starmer due to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, our reporter’s account of the surprising NTAs afterparty, and the FBI’s progress in the investigation of Charlie Kirk’s shooting incident.
Peter Mandelson was abruptly removed from his position this morning following mounting pressure on the US Ambassador due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, our correspondent shared his astonishment at the NTAs afterparty, and the FBI claims to have recovered the weapon used in Charlie Kirk’s shooting.
Keir Starmer faced criticism during yesterday’s PMQs regarding Peter Mandelson’s connection to Epstein, leading to the breaking news of the US Ambassador’s dismissal this morning. The Prime Minister demanded his removal after revelations that Mandelson allegedly counseled Epstein on underage sex allegations.
The British Embassy in Washington confirmed that the extent of Mandelson’s relationship with Epstein, as revealed in recent emails, was previously unknown. Questions now loom over Starmer’s knowledge of the situation and the timing of his awareness of the email contents.
In an emergency meeting with Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, Mandelson’s fate was sealed, just a day after Starmer defended him at PMQs. His ousting comes shortly before US President Donald Trump’s upcoming state visit to the UK.
The National Television Awards, a significant event in the TV industry, took place recently, with our Entertainment Editor sharing his experience at the afterparty. Despite its exclusivity, the party did not meet his expectations, offering a mix of TV stars, social media influencers, and a relatively modest selection at the bar.
Charlie Kirk’s tragic shooting shocked the world as President Trump announced his death. The FBI is actively pursuing a person of interest linked to the shooting, which took place during Kirk’s speech at Utah Valley University.
Video evidence captured a disturbing incident where a neighbor poured boiling water on a disabled grandmother, causing severe injuries. The assailant pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm and received a community order, with the victim’s family expressing the profound impact of the attack on her life.
