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“Covid deaths lowest since lockdown” is the headline of the Metro’s top story, which reports that coronavirus fatalities have dropped to their lowest level since the start of the lockdown 19 weeks ago, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The paper reports that in the last week of July, 193 people died with the virus in England and Wales; while deaths from other infectious illnesses have also seen a big drop due to measures such as hand washing and social distancing.

Metro Front Page 20th of March 2026

ABBA Voyage’s creators have acquired rights to Tina Turner’s image and songs, paving the way for an avatar-led concert show. Pophouse, co-founded by Bjorn Ulvaeus, plans an immersive production modelled on the ABBA residency; timetable and venue are yet to be announced.

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Metro Front Page 19th of March 2026

MSPs rejected plans to legalise assisted dying. Campaigners vowed to keep pressing for a safeguarded choice for terminally ill adults, arguing the debate is unfinished. Opponents hailed the result as protecting vulnerable people and called for stronger palliative care.

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Metro Front Page 18th of March 2026

Rachel Reeves unveils a multibillion‑pound push to make the UK a leader in AI and quantum computing, including a nationwide rollout of supercomputers. She says it will create jobs, lift productivity and stem the brain drain, with benefits for health, energy and transport.

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Metro Front Page 17th of March 2026

World leaders rejected Donald Trump’s call for a military response to Iran, refusing to send warships. Isolated after his threats, he also criticised Starmer and warned NATO allies. The focus shifted to energy security, with most urging diplomacy and restraint over escalation.

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