What the papers say – January 10

Here are the biggest stories leading Friday’s front pages.

Britain’s borrowing woes continue to dominate headlines on Friday.

The Independent and the Daily Mail lead on increased pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves after a surge in borrowing costs and the sliding value of the pound.

Shadow chancellor Mel Stride tells the Daily Telegraph that Ms Reeves is “missing in action” after flying to China.

Meanwhile, the i reports Labour might be forced into a March “mini-budget” amid the economic turmoil.

Ms Reeves has also told cabinet ministers to draft plans to aid economic growth, according to The Times.

In social media news, the Daily Mirror writes Elon Musk’s posts are being probed by Britain’s counterterrorism unit.

And the Financial Times says Mr Musk has privately discussed ways to oust Sir Keir Starmer from the UK’s top job.

The Daily Express reports Shamima Begum and others held in Syrian detention could “run free within days” as guards come under attack.

Across the pond, Metro and The Sun lead on the devastation caused by wildfires blazing out of control around Los Angeles.

Lastly, the Daily Star focuses on Liz Truss’ cease and desist letter over claims she crashed the economy.