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1. XL bully owner jailed after dog killed pensioner in ‘savage attack’

   John McColl, 84, suffered ‘catastrophic facial injuries’ in the 45-minute attack in February last year

2. Iran-US war latest: Trump thanks Tehran after Strait of Hormuz declared ‘fully open’ for ships during ceasefire

   ‘The passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire,’ said Iranian foreign minister Araghchi

3. Trump turns against Mamdani and claims ‘people are fleeing’ New York

4. Trump calls his team’s latest PR stunt ‘tacky’ in stunning admission

5. Most fans want Man City to beat Arsenal to the title. Why?

   Manchester City have won six of the last eight Premier League titles and have become, for some, the ‘default champions’. But what does it say about the modern game that many neutrals would prefer to see a ‘sportswashing project’ edge out Mikel Arteta’s team in the title race? By Miguel Delaney

6. LIV Golf chief says competition has funding for the season amid financial doubts

   The breakaway competition launched in 2021 but speculation has mounted that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to end its backing.

7. Trump says Iran blockade ‘will remain in full force’ until deal is reached

8. XL bully owner jailed after dog fatally savaged man

9. Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyer thinks Trump will pardon her for Epstein-related crimes: ‘There’s a good chance’

   Ghislaine Maxwell’s attorney described her as ‘a scapegoat’ who deserves reprieve

10. Oil prices plummet as Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open

    Iran’s foreign minister declared the Strait of Hormuz was fully open on Friday