Review of UK and world papers and coverage of UK and global journalism stories and Journalism History for Monday 3rd November 2025.
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The Chartered Institute of Journalists remembers all the professional journalists and media workers murdered and killed while doing their work this year in all parts of the world and remember the immense sacrifice of those who gave their lives to the profession in the past. We send our condolences to their families, friends and professional colleagues.
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BBC News Papers’ review analysing front pages of UK national newspapers for Monday 3rd November 2025: “‘Train stab horror’ and ‘Devil not going to win.'” See: https://x.com/CIoJournalist/status/1985311906517656033
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Sky News Press Preview discussing front pages of UK nationa newspapers for Monday 3rd November 2025. With Phil Rosenberg, president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, and broadcaster and commentator Matt Stadlen. See on YouTube at: https://x.com/CIoJournalist/status/1985313995708891475
CIoJ LinkedIn news edited by Liz Justice:
Former Guardian journalist Richard Gott has died aged 87. See: https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
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Former US regional TV host Angelynn Mock has been charged with murder after she left the home were her 80 year old mother was found unresponsive on Halloween. See: https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
Latest postings at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
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Young Journalist Awards deadline extension…
We’ve received requests from some entrants to extend the deadline for our awards scheme so that collaborative entries especially, can be more easily co-ordinated.
We’re always willing to listen, so the deadline now is Monday 10th November — don’t miss it.
Register and enter at https://registration.livegroup.co.uk/youngjournalistaward/Registration/EditRegistration.aspx?
Details of the Awards scheme at: https://registration.livegroup.co.uk/youngjournalistaward/
FAQs set out at: https://registration.livegroup.co.uk/youngjournalistaward/faq/
Opportunity to sponsor CIoJ Young Journalist Awards for 2026. ‘Host a category and add your brand to the 2026 Young Journalist Awards.’ See: https://www.cioj.org/young-journalists-awards-2026/
The Winners of the 2026 Young Journalist of the Year Awards will be announced in March 2026.
Many congratulations to winners, specially commended and finalists in inaugural 2025 CIoJ Young Journalist of the Year Awards, on 25th March 2025. See: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/live-group_youngjournalistawards-journalismmatters-cioj-activity-7310632030642339840-68d4?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAeLiVwB8a2_okGmo5JT2aJ02kIVH-ra9No
Gerald Bowey is the present President of the Chartered Institute of Journalists and Caroline Roddis, the Vice-President. Their roles were confirmed in a handover event at the Reform Club in Central London on Tuesday 20th February 2024.
Bowey emphasised the guidance, support, and encouragement that had been at the heart of the Institute for 140 years and announced the launch of a new Young Journalist of the Year awards scheme that would encourage journalists under 30 years of age to enter a range of categories.
Commenting Bowey said: “the Institute is focused on supporting working journalists, both in-house and freelance, in the workplace, as a trade union, and in sustaining journalists in difficult circumstances as a charitable trust.
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Two Fellows of the Chartered Institute of Journalists at the heart of British Journalism History
T.P.O’Connor founder of London campaigning evening newspaper The Star in 1888 and Arthur Burrows the first journalist and news presenter at the B.B.C. 1922.
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CIoJ member Clare Hollingworth OBE (1911-2017) – The first war correspondent to report the outbreak of World War II, described as “the scoop of the century”
Listen to Imperial War Museum archive interview with Clare recorded in 2001
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CIoJ X news feed at: https://x.com/CIoJournalist
CIoJ LinkedIn news feed edited by Liz Justice at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
CIoJ Facebook news feed at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077475452242
Official CIoJ LinkedIn site for Institute news and projects at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-chartered-institute-of-journalists/posts/?feedView=all
Chartered Institute of Journalists website at: https://www.cioj.org/
Review of UK national newspapers for Monday 3rd November 2025.
Train stabbing horror dominates as hero rail worker fights for life
A shocking knife rampage on a packed train between Doncaster and London dominates every front page this morning, with near-universal praise for the “heroic” staff member who tackled the attacker and saved passengers’ lives.
At a glance
- The train stabbings, which left 11 injured and one rail worker critically hurt, lead all major titles.
- Several papers quote the knifeman telling passengers: “The devil’s not going to win.”
- The Times, Telegraph, Mail, and Mirror lead with identical wording on that chilling line.
- The Guardian, Financial Times, and i highlight police and emergency responses.
- The Express and Sun focus on heroism and shock, using dramatic headlines and CCTV stills.
- The Metro alone diverts its main splash to a health scandal, though still carries the rail story prominently.
- Elsewhere, the FT and Times explore separate economic themes — wages, tax, and AI security.
Full review
The Daily Mirror leads with “THE DEVIL’S NOT GOING TO WIN.”
Under the banner “Terror on the Tracks,” the paper recounts passengers’ accounts of horror as the suspect rampaged through carriages, stabbing 11 people. A woman who begged for her life told how the attacker shouted that chilling phrase before being subdued. The Mirror hails a “rail worker fighting for life” who intervened to protect others. The front page carries photos of traumatised passengers and armed officers at the scene, calling it “one of Britain’s worst ever train attacks.”
The Daily Mail also splashes on “‘THE DEVIL’S NOT GOING TO WIN’.”
It describes “horror and heroism on the 6.25”, praising the driver’s quick thinking that enabled the train to stop at Huntingdon station where police were waiting. The Mail’s “picture exclusive” shows CCTV of the suspect walking calmly away with a knife. Inside, the paper highlights eyewitness accounts of “blood-spattered carriages” and contrasts them with coverage of Paddington the Musical above the fold — a striking tonal juxtaposition.
The Daily Telegraph echoes the same quote in its headline — “The devil’s not going to win, train attacker told passengers.”
It reports that a “British-born man held on suspicion of attempted murder” was arrested at the scene. The paper praises an LNER rail worker and a veteran driver whose emergency stop “saved countless lives.” A sidebar reveals that Prince William and Princess of Wales sent condolences to victims. Below, the Telegraph adds a second story on a “war veteran driver” whose rapid actions prevented further bloodshed.
The Times headlines “‘Hero’ train worker who protected his passengers.”
It notes that the man, aged 32, “undoubtedly saved many lives” and “was not known to security services.” The Times details how he confronted the knifeman as the train approached Huntingdon, sustaining severe injuries. It adds that “football fans and families were among those caught up in the carnage.” Above the main story, the paper includes an economic splash: “Tax cuts will only happen if we reduce deficit, Farage admits.”
The Guardian leads with “‘Heroic’ rail worker in fight for life after tackling train knife attacker.”
It says the staff member’s intervention “prevented further mass casualties” and reports that a 32-year-old British suspect was being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder. The Guardian includes extensive witness testimony, describing “terrifying moments” as passengers fled carriages. Its secondary story, “University halted Uyghur study after China demand,” breaks a separate human-rights exclusive.
The Daily Express splashes on “HERO STEWARD BRAVELY ‘SAVED MANY LIVES’.”
The paper quotes police praising the LNER employee who “single-handedly confronted” the knifeman. It says officers believe the attack “could have been a massacre” without his actions. The edition frames the story under the line “Train worker who tried to stop rampage knifeman left fighting for survival.” A small image shows the suspect surrounded by armed officers.
The Sun opts for sensationalism with “DEVIL ON THE 18:25.”
The tabloid claims the “fiend knifed 11 passengers in 15 minutes” before being Tasered by police as he shouted “Kill me!” Its montage of CCTV footage shows a black-clad figure fleeing, circled in red. The Sun’s sub-heading reads “Train stab horror.” A sidebar interview with actor Eva Longoria (“I’m ageing Eva so well”) adds celebrity contrast, while football coverage features Erling Haaland’s goals.
The i newspaper runs “Police to patrol trains as suspect in custody over stabbing attack.”
It reports that 11 people were hospitalised, with police planning visible patrols this week on major routes including the East Coast Mainline. The paper emphasises that the attack “is not thought to be terror-related.” Beneath, shorter pieces focus on housing shortages and council tax issues. Its headline presentation is factual, mirroring the tone of an emergency briefing.
The Financial Times also leads with the story under the header “Rail stabbings: Police arrest UK national.”
It describes the attack as “a rare incident of public insecurity” and says the suspect was “overpowered by train staff.” The FT uses its main splash, however, to shift focus toward economics: “City bosses fear for hiring as minimum wage catches up with graduate salaries.” It notes business leaders’ concerns that pay compression could deter white-collar entrants. Beneath, “Tech groups race to bolster AI security” analyses a major vulnerability allowing hackers to extract data.
The Daily Star provides another eye witness account of the rail stabbing incident quoting the alleged assailant shouting ‘Devil Not Going To Win’, and headlines: ‘Knife fiend spared me. Suspect screams “Kill me, Kill me” as he’s arrested.’
The Independent running the same story headlines: ‘Heroic train worker fighting fo rlife after stabbing rampage’ with the standfirst: ‘Police hold British man after mass knife attack – but rule out terrorism.’
The Metro is the only UK paper not to make the stabbings its main headline. Its lead reads “Scandal of risky High St baby scans” — about unregulated ultrasound clinics — but the banner above still references “Police question suspect in rail knife horror.” The Metro’s health splash accuses private scan providers of misdiagnosing fatal conditions. The edition balances alarm over public safety on two fronts — medical and transport.
In Scotland, The Scotsman reports: ‘Police patrol east coast trains after horror stabbing attack. Officers set to provide reassurance, as hero LNER worker left fighting for life.’ The picture story celebrates Diwali in Edinburgh- the annual Hindu festivalof lights with the neat two-word headline: ‘Light fantastic.’
In Wales, The Western Mail runs a News Media Association campaign: ‘Last Call. Trust local news: in the community, for the community, we will always…Defend Your Right To Know. A nightclub could open next door without you being consulted. Plans for licensed premises in your neighbourhood could be hidden from view if new government proposals for secret alcohol licensing notices get the green light.’ The newspaper invites readers to scan a QR code for more information and invitation to complete a survey.
In Northern Ireland, The Irish News leads on stories in their area from ‘Stormont department agency staff bill hits £9m’ to “PSNI [Police Service Northern Ireland] probe Derry ‘hit-and-run.'”
Summary
Today’s front pages are united in shock and admiration after the weekend’s rail stabbings.
The Times, Mail, Mirror, and Telegraph deliver almost identical lead quotes — “The devil’s not going to win” — while the Express, Sun, and Guardian celebrate the bravery of rail staff who “saved many lives.”
The i and FT strike calmer, procedural tones, emphasising security and economic angles, and the Metro stands apart with a health-sector investigation.
CIoJ LinkedIn news stories, Hold The Front Page news stories, Guardian media news stories, Press Gazette news stories, Arab News media stories and other stories from miscellaneous sources
The Institute calls on Belarus to release the journalists and media workers it has detained. Belarus is currently ranked 167th out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index. See: https://rsf.org/en/country/belarus RSF states: ‘To silence independent journalists, the authorities have resorted to state-sponsored terrorism, including censorship, violence, mass arrests, and coordinated raids on homes and media offices, as well as disbanding the Association of Belarusian Journalists (BAJ).’
The CIoJ calls on all governments and states unjustly detaining journalists for doing their professional work to respect freedom of expression, the right to liberty and free them immediately. See: https://rsf.org/en/new-record-number-journalists-jailed-worldwide
North American Newspapers for Monday 3rd November 2025
French Newspapers for Monday 3rd November 2025
Montage of world newspaper Monday 3rd November 2025
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