Today: Education Secretary Lucy Powell unveils a new GCSE curriculum making speaking skills as important as reading and writing, Donald Trump's press secretary Katie Zacharia defends calling herself a lawyer despite not passing the California bar exam, the rivalry between Harry and Meghan in Nottingham and King Charles and Queen Camilla in Cardiff, Mike Tindall discusses his marriage with Zara Phillips, and Lidl's high-protein beef mince with pea protein raises questions about ultra-processed foods. Your briefing for Friday 16 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.
(00:00) Today's headlines
(00:26) GCSE overhaul and speaking skills
(01:21) Trump press secretary bar exam row
(02:19) Royal rivalry in Nottingham and Cardiff
(03:32) Mike Tindall marriage challenges
(04:31) Lidl high-protein mince debate
Lucy Powell says speaking skills as vital as reading
Education Secretary Lucy Powell announced that speaking skills will be as important as reading and writing in the new GCSE curriculum. Powell said she wants fewer children excluded for poor behaviour and will reward inclusion. This marks a shift from previous Conservative policies that focused on stricter standards.
Katie Zacharia defends lawyer title after bar failure
Donald Trump's new press secretary Katie Zacharia admitted she never passed the California bar exam but still called herself a lawyer. Zacharia explained she was distracted by marriage and a move to China. Her first White House briefing was criticised for uneven delivery and an abrupt exit. The controversy has raised questions about her credentials and public trust in the White House communications team.
Harry and Meghan in Nottingham as Charles opens Welsh parliament
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appeared in Nottingham, insisting their visit was not a traditional Palace away day, while King Charles and Queen Camilla were in Cardiff opening the Welsh parliament. The events highlighted the ongoing rivalry between the Sussexes and the senior royals. Daily Mail royal editor Rebecca English analysed the tensions and the Palace's reaction to the public appearances and media coverage.
Mike Tindall opens up on marriage with Zara Phillips
Mike Tindall spoke about the difficult moments in his 15-year marriage to Zara Phillips on the Talk Horse podcast. Tindall married Zara in 2011 and they have three children: Mia, Lena and Lucas. He described how they handle disagreements and the realities of a long-term relationship, offering a candid look at their family life and the work involved in maintaining a healthy marriage.
Lidl's high-protein beef mince contains pea protein
Lidl's new High Protein Meat range includes beef mince with nearly double the protein of regular mince at 37 grams per 100 grams, but only 60 percent is beef. The remainder is pea protein, water, seasoning and additives. Lidl says the range responds to a doubling in demand for high-protein products since 2021. The product has sparked debate about ultra-processed foods and the use of fillers.
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