Iran war unleashes 'world energy shock' and 'King of the coast' A series of strikes on energy infrastructure across the Middle East could unleash a "mortgage shock for millions", according to the Daily Mail.

The paper warns of the prospect of three interest rate rises this year. The Daily Express says the Bank of England stands ready to ramp up interest rates, increasing the risk of an inflation surge.

"Hell's bills" reads the Sun's headline.

It warns energy bills could jump by as much as £300 a year.

The Guardian notes fears of a global energy crisis are growing.

Bond and equity markets fell on Thursday as a result of the strikes, says the Financial Times. "Markets tumble as investors price in 'protracted energy shock'" reads its headline. The Daily Telegraph says the head of the civil service's ethics team, Darren Tierney, twice offered to question Lord Mandelson about his links to Jeffrey Epstein, before his appointment as US ambassador. Downing Street has disputed the claim.

Peter Mandelson was sacked from the role last year after the extent of his friendship with the convicted sex offender came to light.

The Times says police are likely to widen their investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, beyond allegations of misconduct in public office.

The former prince was arrested last month on suspicion of the offence, relating to his time as a government trade envoy.

The paper says the specific charge is a difficult one to prosecute.

Mountbatten-Windsor has previously denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein and he has not commented on the specific allegations linked to the release of millions of Epstein files in January. The Daily Mirror leads on the latest report from the Covid inquiry, which said NHS staff put their lives on the line and saved the service from collapse during the pandemic. "They saved us and NHS" reads its headline.

The Guardian says scientists have identified a molecule in python blood that could be used in future obesity drugs.

According to its report, the metabolism of wild Burmese pythons increases 4,000 times in the hours after eating.

The team behind the digital concert, Abba Voyage, has secured Tina Turner's image and music rights, according to the Metro.

The paper says the singer, who died in 2023, could strut the stage again.

The paper's headline reads: "Tina Returner

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