The depiction appears towards the end of the video, asserting debunked claims that the 2020 election - which he lost to Joe Biden - was stolen from him. Posted on Mr Trump's own social media network, the two-second clip shows the Obamas as apes bobbing up and down to the tune of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight". The post was later deleted - around 12 hours after being posted. A White House official said a member of staff "erroneously made the post" and it has now been taken down. In a message on X, formerly Twitter, Gavin Newsom, the Democratic governor of California, accused the president of "disgusting behaviour" over the post. He added: "Every single Republican must denounce this. Now." Responding to the video, Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer wrote on X: "Racist. Vile. Abhorrent. This is dangerous and degrades our country-where are Senate Republicans?" Mr Schumer urged the US president to apologise to the Obamas, calling the couple "two great Americans who make Donald Trump look like a small, envious man". Ben Rhodes, who served as deputy national security adviser in the Obama White House, reacted to the video by calling Trump "a stain on our history". "Let it haunt Trump and his racist followers that future Americans will embrace the Obamas as beloved figures while studying him as a stain on our history," he wrote on X. George Conway - ex-husband of Kellyanne Conway, who managed the president's successful election campaign in 2016 - responded by highlighting an article he'd written describing Trump as a "racist" in 2019. The group Republicans Against Trump wrote: "There's no bottom." Before the post was removed, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended it and said the depiction formed part of a longer video depicting various politicians as animals. She said: "This is from an internet meme video depicting President Trump as the King of the Jungle and Democrats as characters from The Lion King. "Please stop the fake outrage and report on something today that actually matters to the American public." Mr Trump has a long history of attacking Mr Obama, his predecessor as president, and was a vocal proponent of the "birther" conspiracy theory. The theory cast doubt on Mr Obama's birth in Hawaii, asserting that he was actually born in Kenya, and therefore ineligible to hold the office of president. Mr Obama produced his long-form birth certificate in 2011. In 2016 Mr Trump publicly accepted that his predecessor was born in the USA.

Gruffalo Granny will be published on 10 September 2026. This third instalment comes more than 20 years after Donaldson's last foray into the deep dark wood, the 2004 The Gruffalo's Child, which was a sequel to the 1999 best-selling original. The news that she would be revisiting the character with knobbly knees, turned out toes and a poisonous wart on the end of his nose was first announced in April 2025. Now some details about the book have been released. It will feature a visit from new character the Gruffalo Granny, with an excerpt reading: "The Gruffalo said to his daughter one day, your Gruffalo Granny is coming to stay." The story, which will again feature illustrations by Donaldson's frequent collaborator Axel Scheffler, will also see the return of the characters from the previous two books, including Fox, Snake, Owl and Mouse. Donaldson said: "It's always a challenge to write a sequel. "Five years elapsed between publication of The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, and now it will be more than 20 between The Gruffalo's Child and the third book. "I actually had the basic idea for the story a long time ago but couldn't think how to develop it. "It was only when the National Literacy Trust, whose work I'm very impressed by, used the first two books as part of their Early Words Matter programme that I was spurred on to get my idea out of the cupboard and see once and for all if I could turn it into a really satisfying story. "To my surprise, I managed to do just that! I was of course delighted when Axel came on board and am even more so now that I've seen the brilliant illustrations he's done for the new book. "I really hope that children - and adults too - will enjoy the new story, as I know what a wonderful experience shared reading can be." The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child have sold more than 18 million copies combined and the books have been translated into 115 languages and dialects. Fans got the chance to see the illustration of Gruffalo Granny when Scheffler's illustration was projected in central London and Glasgow on Friday evening.

The party's former deputy leader Baroness Harman told Sky's Electoral Dysfunction podcast the saga had become "so serious" for the prime minister, who will be toppled "unless he takes action". Sir Keir is under mounting pressure to shake up his Number 10 operation in light of the scandal. Some Labour MPs believe his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, must go. Speaking to Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby, Baroness Harman said he should be "thinking about a real reset" inside his team, and reflecting on why he appointed Lord Mandelson as the UK's US ambassador despite concerns about his record and ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Sir Keir used a speech in Hastings on Thursday to apologise to Epstein's victims for believing the peer's "lies" about his relationship with the paedophile financier. But Baroness Harman said: "He's got to stop blaming Mandelson and saying, 'he lied to me'. Because, actually, he should never have been considering him in the first place. "To say 'he lied to me' makes it look weak and naive and gullible. So it's just completely the wrong thing." "Peter Mandelson was called the Prince of Darkness," she added. "It's not a secret that he was a bad person. "I think that it is very, very serious for Keir Starmer because it goes to the values of the government." Rigby has said the scandal has left the prime minister "fighting for his political life". 👉Tap here to listen to Electoral Dysfunction on your podcast app 👈 Lord Mandelson had been a senior figure within New Labour under Tony Blair, but was forced to resign from two ministerial posts in scandal. He was hired by Sir Keir in early 2025 as the prime minister sought to develop positive relations with the Trump administration. He was sacked in September after he featured in a number of Epstein-related files and photos released by a US Congressional committee. The latest revelations were revealed among a tranche of three million documents released by the US Department of Justice last week. Lord Mandelson has denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein. He has said he regrets maintaining a relationship with him and apologised to the financier's victims. Documents relating to his appointment to the Washington job will be published by the government after MPs passed a Conservative motion on Wednesday night. But files deemed a risk to national security or international relations must first be reviewed by parliament's Intelligence and Security Committee, which has said there is "no timetable" for how long it might take. Their publication may be further delayed by a criminal investigation into Lord Mandelson, over claims he leaked market sensitive information to Epstein. MPs express lack of confidence in PM In the meantime, Sir Keir has suggested top adviser Mr McSweeney is safe in his post - and that any Labour MPs contributing to speculation about his own leadership are only helping the party's opponents. Every minute not spent talking about the cost of living and fighting against the "toxic division of Reform" is a minute wasted, the prime minister said on Thursday. But many Labour MPs have privately expressed a lack of confidence in Sir Keir's team, and a handful, including former shadow chancellor John McDonnell and Barry Gardiner, have publicly suggested he should consider his position. Veteran Labour backbencher Graham Stringer told Sky's chief political correspondent Jon Craig he does not think Sir Keir has "a very long future" as PM, calling the climbdown over the Lord Mandelson documents a "fiasco too far". "You always blame the person at the top, the prime minister," Mr Stringer said. "He got his tone wrong. He got the details wrong. And effectively the first amendment that he put down, which he had to change, was effectively - although not in name but in reality - a vote of no confidence in him. "I don't think he's [Sir Keir] got a very long future. "The discussion you could ask virtually any Labour MP is, it's when and who, not whether [the PM goes]." Read more from Sky News:King heckled over Epstein scandalEmails reveal plan for Epstein to own stake in Sarah Ferguson brand The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats have called for a vote of confidence in the prime minister. Speaking to Sky's political correspondent Rob Powell, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch accused the PM of a "catastrophic error of judgement" and said either Sir Keir or Mr McSweeney should take responsibility. Asked if that means that one of them should resign, Ms Badenoch replied: "Yes". Public in favour of change New data from pollster YouGov suggests the public are in favour of a change, with 50% of Britons believing the PM would be best standing down. Slightly less than a quarter - 24% - want him to remain in post, while 26% said they didn't know what he should do. YouGov's Peter English told Sky News the Lord Mandelson story had "cut through" to the public. It follows a YouGov poll earlier this week that found 95% of Brits were aware of the story, and that 44% of those surveyed were following it closely. Mr English said: "This [the Mandelson story] is dominating the news cycle. People are paying attention. And the Mandelson thing specifically, it is definitely cutting through." However, Mr English added that the story is "probably not going to change too many minds… one-off stories rarely do change minds". Angela Rayner, the former deputy prime minister, and Health Secretary Wes Streeting are widely seen as the most likely candidates to replace Sir Keir. However, allies of both insist they have no intention of moving against the PM.

The defender sat down with one of those very pundits, Sky Sports' Gary Neville, ahead of the Super Sunday clash against Manchester City. Earlier this season Van Dijk was involved with a media back and forth with former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney over his critiques of the defender. The Reds skipper confronted the pundit over his comments after Liverpool had beaten Real Madrid in the Champions League. More recently, Nicky Butt and Lisandro Martinez have exchanged public messages after comments from the ex-Manchester United midfielder. Virgil van Dijk with Gary Neville: Liverpool change, CL football and retirement plansArne Slot stands by entertainment ethos but admits surprise at 'change' in PL styleGot Sky? Watch Liverpool games LIVE on your phone📱Not got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW📺 Van Dijk says he can handle the criticisms, but worries that with the rise of social media and its popularity among younger players, it could begin to have a detrimental impact. "For me personally, I can deal with it, but I'm a bit worried for the next generation," he told Neville. "I feel like the ex-top players have a responsibility to the new generation. "Criticism is absolutely normal and part of the game, and I think it should stay that way. But sometimes criticism also goes into being clickbait, saying things to provoke things, and without thinking about the repercussions for a mental side of players, and especially the younger generation, who are constantly on social media. "You can say, 'yeah, you shouldn't be on social media' - that's what I've mentioned [to them] loads of times. "There is always this thing of when you play a good game, younger players check all the positive praises, but when you have a worse game, and you're getting bullied all over social media, or you're getting bad criticism, it can really affect you. I've seen that in certain players in the past, and currently as well, because it's just not easy. "It's going to get worse and worse, because the platforms nowadays, with the clickbait and the headlines, everyone is on it constantly. "I feel like especially the ex-pros, top players, who have been through everything as well, they have this responsibility of protecting a little bit of that side as well. That's something maybe to look at." One member of Liverpool's set-up who has been under the spotlight is head coach Arne Slot, with the Reds struggling to hit the heights of last season. Van Dijk added: "Criticism for the season we are having is well-deserved because of the way we have been playing at times, the way we have been losing games on the bounce, that's not the standard we set, especially last year. "But you have criticism and you have disrespect. I've got asked the question asked last week about do I think the disrespect is well-deserved, and I don't know, because I don't read it at all times. "We are in a process of things, and it takes time. From what I know, Liverpool is not a club of making rash decisions and they trust the process. "But I know how the world works. I know the pressure that managers are under, and they are held responsible and accountable for the results we are getting. "I still feel that it's a process. In my eyes, he deserves the respect and the chance to make sure that this process is going to end in a positive way." Watch Liverpool vs Man City live on Sky Sports Premier League and Main Event from 4pm on Super Sunday. Kick-off 4.30pm.

Warning: This report contains references to graphic material including self-harm and sexual abuse which readers may find distressing Leicester Crown Court heard Jon Ruben, 76, who ran a camp for at least 27 years, was arrested in July 2025 after eight children were taken to hospital. Liquid Xanax was found to have been used on some of the victims at Stathern Lodge in Leicestershire. The former vet admitted drugging and abusing two boys - pleading guilty to sexual assault of a child under 13, assault of a child under 13 by penetration, eight counts of child cruelty, three counts of making indecent images of children and four drugs charges. Ruben from Ruddington, Nottinghamshire, this week also admitted a further charge of drugging his wife Susan with temazepam so she would not wake while the abuse took place. On Friday, she told his sentencing he was "a sadistic, monstrous, paedophile" who had spent decades "trying to paint a picture that he was a righteous, honourable man". She said she felt "terribly guilty" about what he had done. Baby oil and syringes At one point, Ruben shouted "no" and cried as he heard the prosecution outline the facts of the case and was told by the judge to restrain himself. He was jailed for 23 years and 10 months and will serve a further eight years on licence. Judge Timothy Spencer KC told the court: "This was the deliberate drugging of boys aged between eight and 11 years to facilitate sexual assaults without detection, and the harm is at the highest level." The court previously heard Ruben's stepson had raised concerns during the camp after finding baby oil, syringes containing white powder and other items. The prosecution said the children fell ill after playing a so-called sweet game and found it difficult to walk, had slurred speech and could not wake up. Prosecutor Mary Prior KC said the next morning some were "walking into walls and in the wrong direction". Xanax's effects can start after about half an hour and last up to six hours. Ms Prior said Ruben had "used his cloak of Christianity and his position of authority and trust" to poison and abuse boys as young as eight at the camp - located eight miles north of Melton Mowbray. 'Devious sexual predator' The prosecution said Ruben had used his skill as a vet to illegally purchase sedatives, research quantities, and crush and inject drugs into very sweet and sticky sweets. Ruben leaned forward in the dock with his head in his hands as graphic details of the abuse were described to the court on Friday. He was heard crying and saying: "I'm sorry". The mother of one of the children said her son had "shut down and started self-harming", while another victim's mother called him a "devious sexual predator". The father of one victim told the court his son "admired and respected" Ruben and because the camp was a Christian event they "were confident it would be safe", but they had been "betrayed". Another father described being "unbelievably angry" seeing his son in hospital after he had been drugged and said he "looked like a zombie". Addressing Ruben, a child's mother called him a "disgusting, vile man" who had "ruined the lives of these children". She added: "I want you to suffer every day." Read more from Sky News:'Suffolk Strangler' told he'll die in jail after admitting murderTrump criticised for sharing image of Obamas as apes Temporary Detective Chief Inspector Neil Holden described Ruben as a "vile, horrific offender" who "tried to blame others things, other factors, other people" for his abuse. He said Ruben had worked in schools, youth organisations and summer camps for at least 20 years and the force is urging any more victims or witnesses to come forward. The owners of Stathern Lodge are independent from those who use or hire it and were not connected to the incident, Leicestershire Police confirmed.

While there's no direct reference to ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement), authority is shown as unpredictable, militarised and with the power to destabilise entire neighbourhoods. Since the film came out at the end of last September, those aspects have come to feel incredibly timely. "Devastatingly so," according to its producer, Sara Murphy, after the killing by federal agents in Minneapolis of protesters Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti. "I don't think we could have anticipated just how close to home it would be," Murphy says, "as a sort of reflection of the situation around race and immigration in the US." "It's hitting an audience in their core," Murphy adds. "I think is reflective of the world that we're living in today, but I think, hopefully, it is also an optimistic take on how we can continue to fight for the things that are important to us and find peace in community. "I hope the takeaway is one of optimism." As well as being nominated for 13 Oscars, Anderson's film is the one to beat at the BAFTAs. It leads the field with 14 nominations, including best director for Thomas Anderson and best actor for Leonardo DiCaprio. While the original book the film is based on, Vineland, referenced the Nixon era, Thomas Anderson's film remains ambiguous but certainly feels contemporary. It follows a fractured group of activists as they navigate an America shaped by surveillance and escalating state power, culminating in DiCaprio's character's race to find his missing daughter. 'An unpredictable ride' Speaking after the BAFTA nominations were announced, Murphy explains: "We've been really overwhelmed, honoured and obviously proud of the film and how it's been received by audiences and critics. "The script is a loose adaptation of the book, there are the revolutionary aspects....and then I think Paul as an artist has absorbed and observed the world that we're living in...it's become closer to home and to our current realities." Murphy says she hopes the film's success encourages more studios to invest in "risky" projects like it. "Original films are not usually done at this level…I think it feels like a big, good-time movie," she says. "I hope that, first and foremost, people are enjoying themselves, it's an unpredictable ride full of incredible performances." Read more from Sky News:Sledgehammer-wielding robbers raid family jewellersEven Starmer's allies are unsure about his future Could this be the year Thomas Anderson finally wins an Academy Award for his direction? The filmmaker has been both Oscar and BAFTA-nominated before but never won. While There Will Be Blood (2007), Phantom Thread (2017) and Licorice Pizza (2021) certainly generated a lot of awards buzz, this year he appears to be the frontrunner. As Murphy puts it: "Paul is an incredible writer and director. I feel like his films are constantly challenging and surprising. I'm excited for him and all the awards the recognition. He deserves it all."

Sir Keir Starmer is fighting for his career amid one of the biggest political scandals of the century. Harriet thinks the prime minister could be brought down after he appointed Peter Mandelson as the US ambassador, despite knowing about his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. So can Starmer find the strength to turn a corner, reset his whole team, and admit he was wrong? Or is it too late? Harriet thinks his tone this week made him look "gullible and naive". And what does the fiasco say about politics and the establishment as a whole? Beth, Ruth, and Harriet explain how Peter Mandelson created a network of people he relied upon in politics and the media. Peter Mandelson denies any wrongdoing and has apologised to the victims of Jeffrey Epstein. You can WhatsApp the podcast at 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk. And if you didn't know, you can also watch Beth, Ruth, and Harriet on YouTube.

Van Gerwen was in fine form at the Utilita Arena as he reeled off six legs in a row to sweep aside Stephen Bunting in the quarter-finals. His power-scoring and strong doubling then helped him pick up a 6-2 win over Luke Humphries in the semis before he capped off his night with a strong 6-4 victory against Dutch compatriot Gian van Veen in the final. Premier League Darts 2026 Night One: As it happened!Darts in 2026: Key dates, calendar, resultsGot Sky? Watch on the Sky Sports app 📱Not got Sky? Get instant access with NOW 📺 It was a marked change from 2025 for 'The Green Machine' when he failed to register a nightly win in the Premier League. The seven-time Premier League champion returned to this format with a bang, though, sending out a statement that he still has the game to beat anyone. While it was a strong night for 'MVG', he is making sure to stay focused on growing his game as a whole as he uses winning and enjoyment as his fuel. "It's a very long route, but winning games is the best medicine for your form and everything," Van Gerwen said. "As long as you keep battling your own battles, winning games, you get confidence, then anything is possible. "I love playing in the Premier League because I love playing in front of big crowds. To play in front of all those thousands of people, it gives me a lot of joy." Van Gerwen is the early table-topper and is looking to remain at the head of the field. "For my mindset, I don't think that [winning] matters. I know I have a good mindset, but it's always nice to be in front of them instead of chasing them," he added. "Now they have to chase me and make sure they battle back and make sure they get up the table as well. "For me, it gets a little bit more relaxed, but don't get me wrong, it's going to be a long 15, 16 weeks ahead, so I need to make sure I keep my focus going." 'I did not find my A-game' Indeed, the 36-year-old feels he picked up his win on Night One without even finding his top levels, which is ominous if he can consistently reach his old heights across the 16 weeks. "It's definitely a good performance," he added. "Without playing my A-game, I still won it. I was steady and had some fantastic finishing at the right moments. "I know I can do better but this gives you confidence. Winning games is the best medicine and this means a lot to me." Who will win this year's Premier League Darts? Luke Humphries will be defending his title and you can watch the action every single Thursday from February until May on Sky Sports. Stream darts and more top sport with NOW.