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Today: Chancellor John Healey confirms a £6billion benefits boost for ten million people in the Budget, two British men appear in court over an alleged Iran-backed plot at RAF Fairford, Matthew Perry's sister Mia gives her first interview since his death, Israel faces political gridlock after inconclusive election results, plus Denbighshire residents sort rubbish into 12 bins in a new recycling trial. Your briefing for Wednesday 28 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:26) Chancellor John Healey Budget(01:52) RAF Fairford Iran plot charges(03:09) Matthew Perry sister interview(04:14) Israel election stalemate(05:02) Denbighshire 12-bin recycling trialJohn Healey boosts benefits for 10 million peopleChancellor John Healey will sidestep welfare reform in the Budget, instead allocating £5.5billion for a 3.5 percent increase in payments to ten million people. At least £1billion is set aside to subsidise fuel bills for those on benefits and low incomes this winter. NHS prescription charges will be frozen at £9.90 for those not on benefits. Healey faces criticism for avoiding tough decisions on welfare spending as tax levels reach a record high.British men charged over Iran-backed RAF Fairford plotNouman Essghir, aged 24, and Mohmed Abdulkarim, also 24 and wheelchair-bound, are accused of involvement in an Iran-backed plot targeting RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Essghir faces charges of entering a prohibited place for a purpose prejudicial to the UK, while Abdulkarim is charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service under the National Security Act.Matthew Perry's sister Mia breaks silence after deathMia Perry has spoken publicly for the first time since her brother Matthew Perry died at age 54 from a ketamine overdose at his Los Angeles home. Mia described her anger at Matthew Perry's addiction, the overwhelming grief since his death, and her anxiety as his power of attorney. She recalled nearly losing him five years earlier when his colon burst from opioid overuse. The interview appears in the Netflix documentary The One About Matthew Perry.Israel faces gridlock after inconclusive election resultExit polls show no clear winner in Israel's latest general election, with Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party projected to win the most seats but falling short of a majority. Gadi Eisenkot leads the main opposition, with both blocs expected to secure between 50 and 52 seats each. Arab-led parties are set to win a record 18 seats, increasing their influence. The result raises fears of prolonged coalition talks and renewed political gridlock.Denbighshire residents sort rubbish into 12 binsDenbighshire Council is trialling a scheme requiring residents to sort their rubbish into up to 12 separate bins, including soft plastics like crisp packets and meal wrappers. The three-month experiment follows a £22million overhaul in 2024 that introduced 11 bins. Some locals call the system overwhelming and ridiculous. Wales is pushing for more ambitious kerbside recycling, while England's rollout is delayed until 2030 due to council readiness.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Andy Burnham faces accusations of Brexit hypocrisy as Labour's stance on free movement causes confusion, the Metropolitan Police reportedly misplaced a letter containing child sex allegations against Thomas Markle and asked Meghan Markle for a copy, Jamie Oliver's wife Jools reveals her autism and ADHD diagnosis, cyclists flout Sadiq Khan's new Oxford Street pedestrian-only zone, and Harry Kane becomes the first English footballer in 25 years to win the Ballon D'Or, beating Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Your briefing for Tuesday 27 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:29) Andy Burnham Brexit comments(01:42) Thomas Markle Met Police letter(02:51) Jools Oliver autism diagnosis(03:53) Cyclists Oxford Street pedestrian zone(04:52) Harry Kane Ballon D'Or winAndy Burnham accused of Brexit hypocrisyAndy Burnham has been accused of Brexit hypocrisy after Labour’s stance on free movement with the EU sparked confusion. The Prime Minister doubled down on the idea of returning to open borders as part of his bid to unpick Brexit, despite previously warning that free movement should never be revived after the 2016 referendum. Downing Street clarified Burnham’s comments, stating he isn’t proposing a return to free movement.Met Police misplaced letter on Markle allegationsThe Metropolitan Police reportedly misplaced a letter containing child sex allegations against Thomas Markle, sent by his ex-wife Roslyn Loveless in January 2019. The force later asked Meghan Markle if she had a copy of the letter, which she reportedly handed over. The Times claims the Met also failed to act on a previous tip-off. Loveless, who divorced Markle in 1975, died two years ago. Thomas Markle denies all allegations.Jamie Oliver’s wife Jools reveals autism diagnosisJools Oliver, wife of chef Jamie Oliver and mother-of-five, has revealed she has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD. She said she has been prescribed medication for ADHD but is too frightened to take it due to anxiety. Speaking on the Lessons From Our Mothers podcast, Jools admitted not knowing about her conditions ruined her life for decades. She opened up about her struggles and the impact on her family.Cyclists run amok on Sadiq Khan’s Oxford StreetCyclists flouted rules in the new pedestrian-only zone on Oxford Street during the first day of Sadiq Khan’s traffic-free scheme. The London Mayor called the move a momentous occasion for the capital, but cyclists ignored bollards instructing them to dismount. Critics warned that surrounding roads could be flooded with diverted traffic. Khan released a video unveiling the redesigned shopping street and its new restrictions.Harry Kane crowned world’s best footballerHarry Kane became the first English player in 25 years to win the Ballon D’Or at a ceremony in London, beating Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Kane’s record-breaking season at Bayern Munich was credited for his win. He thanked hard work and persistence, saying people never expected him to become a superstar. Kane’s achievement marks a historic moment for English football and his personal career.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Filipino minister accuses Thomas Markle Sr of being a possible sex offender as authorities investigate child abuse images, Storm Boelo kills two men and leaves 161,000 homes without power, Strictly bosses rethink Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe as hosts, Sir Elton John serenades David Furnish at a Venice birthday party with Brooklyn Beckham present, plus Blaze the rescue cat wins Best in Show at the Manchester Championship Cat Show. Your briefing for Monday 26 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:30) Thomas Markle abuse investigation(01:38) Storm Boelo deaths and chaos(02:50) Strictly host line-up rethink(03:33) Sir Elton John Venice party(04:32) Blaze wins Manchester Cat ShowThomas Markle accused by Filipino ministerA Filipino minister has accused Thomas Markle Sr, 82, of being a possible sex offender of the grossest kind as authorities examine a trove of child abuse images allegedly linked to the former Hollywood lighting technician. Markle admitted to The Mail on Sunday that he paid for sex while living in the Far East but denied sleeping with underage girls. Meghan Markle sent him a letter last December stating he would never meet his grandchildren.Storm Boelo kills two men in UKStorm Boelo killed two men in separate incidents. A man in his twenties died in Mill Hill, north London, when a tree crushed his car just after midday on Sunday. Earlier, a sixty-year-old man was killed in Dumfries, Scotland, when gale-force winds brought down a tree on a minor road. More than 161,000 homes are without electricity as railway lines were shut and flights cancelled across the UK.Strictly bosses consider host changesStrictly Come Dancing bosses are reconsidering the host line-up just four weeks into the series with Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe. The trio was brought in to attract younger viewers, but sources say the show has become a laughing stock and traditional viewers have switched off. Producers are now discussing possible changes to the presenting team after disappointing audience reactions.Elton John serenades David Furnish in VeniceSir Elton John hosted a black-tie birthday celebration for husband David Furnish’s sixty-fourth birthday at Elton’s Club in Venice. Brooklyn Beckham attended as one of Elton’s ten godchildren, joined by Nicola Peltz. Guests enjoyed a three-course dinner before Elton John performed at the piano, serenading David Furnish and making the evening a memorable family event. No other Beckhams were present at the party.Blaze rescue cat named Best in ShowBlaze, a black-and-white rescue cat, was named Best in Show at the Manchester Championship Cat Show. Blaze triumphed in both the household pet and pedigree pet sections, beating contenders including cream Burmese Rossikhan Repete and blue tortoiseshell Devon Rex kitten Watchout Bits N Bobs. The event drew dozens of feline competitors and celebrated the achievements of rescue cats alongside pedigree breeds.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Jake Holden, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Meghan Markle's father Thomas Markle Sr is investigated in the Philippines after his son Thomas Markle Jr reported a hoard of child abuse images, the UK government tells families to stockpile bottled water, tinned food and cash for emergencies, Britain faces 80mph winds from Storm Austen and Storm Boelo, Kate Middleton says she misses Prince George as he boards at Eton College, and Peter Hitchens shares his method for making the perfect cup of coffee. Your briefing for Friday 23 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:28) Meghan Markle father police probe(01:33) Government urges emergency stockpiling(02:31) Storm Austen and Storm Boelo warnings(03:24) Kate Middleton on Prince George(04:17) Peter Hitchens on perfect coffeeThomas Markle Sr investigated in Philippines over imagesMeghan Markle's father Thomas Markle Sr is being investigated by police in Cebu, Philippines, after his son Thomas Markle Jr reported finding hundreds of child sex abuse images in four large boxes at his father's home. Meghan's half-sister Samantha Markle told the Daily Mail that Thomas Jr invented the story for money and suggested their father was framed. A source close to Meghan Markle said this may explain her estrangement from Thomas Sr since 2018.UK families told to stockpile water and foodThe UK government has advised households to prepare for emergencies by stockpiling bottled water, tinned food, cash and toilet roll. Families are also urged to plan escape routes and agree on meeting points and radio frequencies. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting delivered the warning in a speech, as officials defend the advice to ensure public readiness for national emergencies and potential disasters.Britain faces 80mph winds and power cutsBritain is hit by two named storms, Storm Austen and Storm Boelo, within 24 hours. The Met Office issued an amber wind warning for Devon and Cornwall, with gusts up to 80 miles per hour expected in exposed areas. Forecasters warn of possible power cuts, building damage, and a danger to life from large waves and debris on coastal roads as severe weather disrupts travel across the country.Kate says she misses Prince George at EtonThe Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, told locals in Norfolk that she misses Prince George as he boards at Eton College and is looking forward to his first 'long leave' for half term. Earlier, Kate visited a charity shop in East Anglia, where staff showed her how they sort donations and joked about a £105 pink chiffon blouse still bearing its full-price label.Peter Hitchens reveals his coffee making methodPeter Hitchens shared his personal method for making the perfect cup of coffee, which he calls the 'Hitchens Method', in the Daily Mail. Hitchens first discovered coffee at age fourteen and described it as a 'great revelation'. He advises adding milk only when the coffee is hot, warning that cold milk will ruin the taste for those seeking the real thing.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Cameron Roy, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: King Charles praised Prince William at a state banquet for the Sultan of Oman just hours after Prince Harry called for reconciliation in a bombshell interview, Donald Trump refused to endorse JD Vance for president in an awkward Oval Office moment, Eleanor Barnfield died after being stabbed at her workplace in Bridgend and crashing her car, Rylan Clark complained about his BBC Radio 2 salary after missing a show, plus scientists say the Mona Lisa may have suffered alopecia areata. Your briefing for Thursday 22 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:29) King Charles praises Prince William(01:43) Trump refuses JD Vance endorsement(02:37) Bridgend carer stabbed and dies(03:28) Rylan Clark BBC salary complaint(04:37) Mona Lisa alopecia claimKing Charles praises Prince William at state banquet hours after Harry interviewKing Charles praised Prince William at a state banquet for the Sultan of Oman, highlighting their joint patronage of the Jewel of Arabia expedition. Charles said he was proud to see William and the Crown Prince of Oman continuing connections between generations.JD Vance's face turns bright red as Trump refuses 2028 endorsement in Oval OfficeDonald Trump refused to endorse JD Vance for president in 2028 during a meeting in the Oval Office. Trump called Vance talented and a very good person but said they had never discussed any endorsement and insisted it was far too early for those conversations. JD Vance, standing behind Trump, turned bright red as the exchange unfolded. The moment was captured on video and widely shared.Mother-of-two Eleanor Barnfield dies after stabbing in Bridgend retirement villageEleanor Barnfield, a mother of two and carer at a retirement village in Bridgend, South Wales, died after being stabbed at her workplace. She attempted to drive herself to hospital but crashed her car into a wall just three hundred yards from the scene. Paramedics found multiple injuries from the attack and she was taken to hospital, where she later died. Her family described her as the kindest, bravest person and their rock.Rylan Clark complains about BBC Radio 2 salary after missing showRylan Clark faced criticism after complaining about his BBC Radio 2 salary and revealing bosses reprimanded him for missing his Saturday afternoon slot. He missed the show in June when his flight home from Nice was cancelled due to an air traffic control strike. Rylan admitted it was his own fault for leaving travel so late but insisted the strike was beyond his control. His business earned nearly £1.5million last year.Scientists say Mona Lisa showed signs of alopecia areataScientists now believe the Mona Lisa was showing early signs of alopecia areata, the same type of hair loss Gail Porter experienced in her thirties. The immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to rapid hair loss, especially in women in their twenties. Mona Lisa's missing eyebrows, thinning hairline and lack of eyelashes are cited as evidence. Historians note it was also fashionable to pluck the hairline and eyebrows in her era.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Jake Holden, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Prince Harry calls for reconciliation with the royal family during a state visit by the Sultan of Oman, grieving families accuse Matt Hancock of telling a 'cruel lie' about care homes during the pandemic, Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a coroner warns about 1.6million potentially fatal tumble dryers after a house fire killed a father and daughter, and a major study finds eating a handful of nuts daily slashes high blood pressure risk by 26 percent. Your briefing for Wednesday 21 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:28) Prince Harry calls for reconciliation(01:43) Matt Hancock care homes inquiry(02:56) Christina Applegate misdiagnosis(03:58) Tumble dryer fatal defects warning(04:54) Nuts reduce high blood pressure riskPrince Harry says some people don't want reconciliationPrince Harry told GQ that reconciliation with his family is possible but said 'some people don't want it to work out'. He described sibling disagreements and broken relationships between parents and children as 'massively relatable'. The interview aired during the Sultan of Oman's state visit to Britain, drawing attention from royal circles.Families accuse Matt Hancock of 'cruel lie' on care homesMatt Hancock was accused by grieving families of lying about a 'protective ring' around care homes during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Covid-19 inquiry, chaired by Baroness Heather Hallett, found vulnerable residents were sacrificed to protect the NHS. Relatives said sick hospital patients were discharged into homes with little PPE. Hancock told the inquiry that discharging patients was 'the least worst solution'.Christina Applegate reveals MS misdiagnosis after five yearsChristina Applegate announced on her Messy podcast that she does not have multiple sclerosis, five years after being diagnosed. The 54-year-old former actress said her doctor confirmed her symptoms are not due to MS, leaving her without answers about her illness. Applegate, who uses a wheelchair and cane, described the news as not feeling like good news and said she is back to 'square one'.Coroner warns 1.6million UK tumble dryers could be fatalSenior coroner Martin Fleming warned that 1.6million tumble dryers in Britain could have potentially fatal defects after the deaths of Sohaib Ahmed and his nine-year-old daughter Manahal in a house fire last June. Fleming suggested banning sales of affected models while safety checks are carried out.Major study finds nuts cut high blood pressure risk by 26 percentA British study of nearly 150,000 people found eating a daily handful of nuts, about 30 grams, lowers the risk of high blood pressure by 26 percent. Scientists say nuts contain chemicals that help blood vessels relax and antioxidants that reduce inflammation. The review highlights nuts as a go-to snack for reducing cravings and improving heart health. The findings support dietary recommendations for cardiovascular disease prevention and healthy eating habits.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Brendan Nugent, a radical anti-Israel climate campaigner, is arrested after Helen Haines MP is run over outside her Victoria office and loses a leg, Kemi Badenoch warns Labour's budget under John Healey could be worse than Rachel Reeves's, Harry and Meghan's Nottingham tour itinerary is published online despite security concerns, extreme left-wing groups plan French-style protests in London and two men filmed snatching Peter the rabbit in Hull are hunted by police. Your briefing for Tuesday 20 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:31) Brendan Nugent Victoria MP attack(01:29) Kemi Badenoch Labour budget warning(02:30) Harry Meghan Nottingham itinerary(03:43) French-style protests planned London(04:49) Peter the rabbit Hull theftMan, 43, arrested over Australian MP car 'attack' is identified as radical anti-Israel climate campaignerBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old radical anti-Israel climate campaigner, was arrested after allegedly running over Australian MP Helen Haines outside her office in Victoria. Haines is in critical condition and lost a leg in the attack. Barber Ricky Jefferies, a father of three, intervened and made a citizen's arrest.This Budget could be even worse than the two bloodbaths delivered by Reeves, Kemi Badenoch warnsKemi Badenoch, Conservative leader, has warned that Labour's upcoming budget under Chancellor John Healey could damage the economy more than Rachel Reeves's previous budgets.Why did the Sussexes allow a 'minute-by-minute' itinerary of their Nottingham tour to go online? REBECCA ENGLISH suggests Harry and Meghan may have wanted to 'provoke' security incident ahead of taxpayer-funded protection decisionHarry and Meghan's detailed itinerary for their Nottingham tour was published by a local news website a day before their first public engagement since returning to Britain. The couple's security concerns were questioned by royal editor Rebecca English on the Palace Confidential podcast, who described the move as highly unusual and asked if they tried to provoke a situation.Extreme Left-wing activists threaten French-style mayhem on the streets of Britain next monthA coalition of extreme left-wing groups is planning to mobilise students and workers for protests in central London next month, inspired by French student riots. At least 2,400 people have been arrested during the unrest in France. The groups aim to rise against imperialism, capitalism, authoritarianism and the far right.Pair of thieves who grabbed family's pet rabbit Peter by the ears and stole him from hutch 'talked in Russian about turning him into kebabs'Two men were filmed on CCTV snatching a family's pet rabbit named Peter from his pen outside their home in Hull. The footage, which went viral, shows one man picking up Peter by the ears while the rabbit struggles. Audio reveals the men spoke Russian and said they would turn him into kebabs. Peter was found dumped in a car park 24 hours later. Police are investigating the theft.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

Today: Emmanuel Macron pledges a crackdown after nearly half a million protesters cause apocalyptic violence in France, Labour faces criticism as 200,000 people are granted indefinite leave to remain despite a promised migration crackdown, Katie Zacharia is fired as White House press secretary after a photo with Donald Trump sparks a security scare, Tommy Fury is asked to leave a Halloween event near Chorley after staff complaints, and Manhattan's Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade crowns Snickers the Shih Tzu as its winner. Your briefing for Monday 19 October, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:29) Macron vows crackdown after riots(01:32) Labour migration bill under fire(02:19) Katie Zacharia fired after photo fail(03:34) Tommy Fury Halloween event incident(04:39) Tompkins Square Halloween Dog ParadeMacron pledges crackdown following 'apocalyptic' violence as Donald Trump blames 'immigrants with hatred in their hearts' for French riots amid fears country is 'ungovernable'French President Emmanuel Macron has promised a major crackdown after describing recent riots as apocalyptic, with nearly 500,000 protesters on French streets, widespread looting, and public buildings set on fire. In a televised address, Macron called for unity and swift justice for those responsible.The true cost of Labour's migration dithering: At least 200,000 are given the right to remain since crackdown promise, official figures showAt least 200,000 people have been granted indefinite leave to remain in Britain since Labour promised a migration crackdown last year. Official figures show about 5,000 people each week, after living in the UK for five years on visas, now have permanent residency with full access to benefits, NHS care, and social housing.Fired Katie Zacharia in new crisis after farewell photo fail with Trump revealed sensitive information she was forced to removeKatie Zacharia was dismissed as White House press secretary after only five days when it emerged she had not passed the bar exam despite claiming to be an attorney. Her farewell photo with Donald Trump at the Oval Office desk included a blurred map, sparking questions about a possible security breach.Tommy Fury 'is asked to leave Halloween event after intimidating staff on boozy night' - as tearful fiancée Molly-Mae Hague hints at saga amid friction over his alcohol issuesTommy Fury was reportedly asked to leave a Halloween event near Chorley after staff said he intimidated them during a night out. Witnesses claimed Fury, who has a history of alcohol issues, was seen staggering, confronting scare actors, and smelling of sickness before management intervened.Happy Howl-o-ween! Dogs don their best fancy dress for spooky street partyManhattan hosted the 36th Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade, transforming the streets into a canine carnival with dogs and owners in elaborate costumes. Outfits ranged from Batman to dinosaurs, with Snickers, a black and white Shih Tzu dressed as basketball star Jalen Brunson, winning the top prize in a pumpkin-like basketball costume.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Jake Holden, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.

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.Jump to a story(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 debateLucy Powell says speaking skills as vital as readingEducation 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 failureDonald 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 parliamentPrince 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 PhillipsMike 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 proteinLidl'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.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Cameron Roy, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show.