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Many of Tuesday’s papers focus on the evidence given to the Covid inquiry by Sir Patrick Vallance, who served as the government’s chief scientific adviser during the pandemic. The Daily Mirror leads with reports Rishi Sunak, then chancellor under Boris Johnson, said the government should allow deaths from the virus to “soar” rather than impose new restrictions in autumn 2020. The allegation was made in Sir Patrick’s diary entry from October 2020, claiming Mr Johnson’s special adviser, Dominic Cummings, had said: “Rishi thinks just let people die and that’s OK”. The inquiry is due to hear from Mr Sunak soon.

Daily Mirror Front Page 2nd of February 2026

A second woman alleges Epstein flew her to meet Andrew at Royal Lodge and she was subjected to misconduct. She says power and access enabled the contact, and a lawsuit may follow. Andrew denies wrongdoing, while emails cited by a commentator reportedly contradict his account.

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Daily Mirror Front Page 31st of January 2026

David Beckham has agreed a reported £300m fragrance partnership, expanding his licensing portfolio. The long-term deal is expected to deliver new scents and global campaigns, strengthening the Beckhams’ commercial footprint in fashion and lifestyle.

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Daily Mirror Front Page 30th of January 2026

Anthony Joshua paid tribute to two close friends who died in a car crash near Lagos, a month after he survived the incident. The boxer said he is struggling to process the loss and described them as brothers. He thanked supporters and promised to honour their memory.

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Daily Mirror Front Page 29th of January 2026

Donald Trump warned the US could launch military action in the Gulf if Tehran refuses to rejoin talks on its nuclear programme, saying time is running out. He is weighing tougher sanctions on officials while keeping forces on standby to pressure a return to diplomacy.

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