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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After Israeli Attacks Kill Dozens in Southern Lebanon

Iran's military has reimposed a closure on the Strait of Hormuz, accusing Israel of violating a recent ceasefire agreement by continuing airstrikes in southern Lebanon, which have reportedly killed at least two dozen people.

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French Police Detain Multiple Individuals in Mohamed Al-Fayed Embezzlement Inquiry

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Lisa Nandy Demands Media Industry Confront Abuse Culture Following Russell Brand Conviction

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US Consumer Prices Rise 0.4% in October, Exceeding Forecasts for Third Consecutive Month

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Chloe Mitchell Murder Trial Jury Discharged, Judge Cites Reasons Forthcoming

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Lucy Frazer Defends Erasmus Return as Honouring Wartime Sacrifice Amid Criticism

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Conservatives Plan Benefit Restrictions for ADHD Children, Citing 'Conveyor Belt' Risk

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Anthropic Seeks $64 Billion Valuation in Stock Market Listing for Claude AI

AI developer Anthropic, known for its Claude chatbot, is preparing for a significant stock market listing, targeting a valuation of $64 billion. Shares will be offered within a price range of $70 to $78.

Oviedo Police Officer Dies, Colleague Injured After Backpack Explosion During Callout

DR Congo Military Court Sentences 66 Soldiers to Death for 'Cowardice' in Eastern Front

Pitt Rivers Museum Repatriates Naga Ancestral Skulls to India for Memorial Burial

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Metropolitan Police Investigate Multiple Russell Brand Reports Following Conviction

Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy confirmed the Metropolitan Police received 'several reports' concerning Russell Brand, both during and after his recent trial, initiating new inquiries into the allegations.

Man Jailed After Stealing Ambulance with Patient Inside from Royal Derby Hospital

UK Government 'Be Ready' Campaign Prompts Surge in Tinned Food, Bottled Water Sales

Jemima Goldsmith Alleges Russell Brand Engaged in Violence and Coercive Control

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UK Diesel Prices Register Sharpest Monthly Decline in Over Two Decades

UK diesel prices experienced their most substantial monthly drop in 26 years during November, with experts attributing the decline to easing geopolitical tensions and a reduction in crude oil costs. This follows a period of elevated prices linked to Middle East instability.

Strait of Hormuz: Three Obstacles Delay Oil and Gas Passage Despite US-Iran Deal

Prime Minister Starmer Pledges UK Role in Reopening Strait of Hormuz After Iran-US Deal

Donald Trump Declares Iran War Deal Signed, Strait of Hormuz Reopens Friday

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Ukraine, Russia, US Delegations Hold Trilateral Peace Discussions in United Arab Emirates

Officials from Kyiv, Moscow, and Washington have convened in the United Arab Emirates for a new round of peace negotiations. These discussions mark the first trilateral engagement since February, with US representatives indicating 'some flexibility' from the warring parties.

South African Police Arrest Nine Foreign Nationals Attempting to Depart for Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian Woman in Scotland Faces £9,000 Council Tax Bill for Kyiv Flat

Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine Ceasefire During White House Meeting with Russian, Ukrainian Envoys

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California Voters Reject Proposition 40 to Tax Billionaires' Total Wealth

Californians have voted against Proposition 40, which proposed a 5% tax on the total wealth of billionaires, encompassing assets like shares in addition to income.

Singapore Seizes 'Cruise for Life' Ship Odyssey After Operator Runs Out of Money

China, US Compete for Global Energy Dominance, Impacting Household Utility Costs

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Discusses China Chip Controls, US National Security Strategy

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Under-16s Face Ban From Online Marketplaces Vinted and eBay, Government Confirms Review

The UK government is 'looking seriously' at prohibiting under-16s from using online resale platforms such as Vinted and eBay, the Culture Secretary confirmed. This potential ban forms part of broader age restrictions planned for online platforms, slated for implementation next March.

Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After Israeli Attacks Kill Dozens in Southern Lebanon

French Police Detain Multiple Individuals in Mohamed Al-Fayed Embezzlement Inquiry

Lisa Nandy Demands Media Industry Confront Abuse Culture Following Russell Brand Conviction

US Consumer Prices Rise 0.4% in October, Exceeding Forecasts for Third Consecutive Month

Chloe Mitchell Murder Trial Jury Discharged, Judge Cites Reasons Forthcoming

Lucy Frazer Defends Erasmus Return as Honouring Wartime Sacrifice Amid Criticism

Conservatives Plan Benefit Restrictions for ADHD Children, Citing 'Conveyor Belt' Risk

World

Anthropic Seeks $64 Billion Valuation in Stock Market Listing for Claude AI

Oviedo Police Officer Dies, Colleague Injured After Backpack Explosion During Callout

DR Congo Military Court Sentences 66 Soldiers to Death for 'Cowardice' in Eastern Front

Pitt Rivers Museum Repatriates Naga Ancestral Skulls to India for Memorial Burial

UK

Metropolitan Police Investigate Multiple Russell Brand Reports Following Conviction

Man Jailed After Stealing Ambulance with Patient Inside from Royal Derby Hospital

UK Government 'Be Ready' Campaign Prompts Surge in Tinned Food, Bottled Water Sales

Jemima Goldsmith Alleges Russell Brand Engaged in Violence and Coercive Control

Middle East

UK Diesel Prices Register Sharpest Monthly Decline in Over Two Decades

Strait of Hormuz: Three Obstacles Delay Oil and Gas Passage Despite US-Iran Deal

Prime Minister Starmer Pledges UK Role in Reopening Strait of Hormuz After Iran-US Deal

Donald Trump Declares Iran War Deal Signed, Strait of Hormuz Reopens Friday

Ukraine War

Ukraine, Russia, US Delegations Hold Trilateral Peace Discussions in United Arab Emirates

South African Police Arrest Nine Foreign Nationals Attempting to Depart for Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian Woman in Scotland Faces £9,000 Council Tax Bill for Kyiv Flat

Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine Ceasefire During White House Meeting with Russian, Ukrainian Envoys

Business

California Voters Reject Proposition 40 to Tax Billionaires' Total Wealth

Singapore Seizes 'Cruise for Life' Ship Odyssey After Operator Runs Out of Money

China, US Compete for Global Energy Dominance, Impacting Household Utility Costs

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Discusses China Chip Controls, US National Security Strategy

Politics

Under-16s Face Ban From Online Marketplaces Vinted and eBay, Government Confirms Review

NHS Scotland Executive Received £393,000 Payout Upon Retirement, Amid Reform Plans

Russell Brand Sentenced to 10 Years, Six Months for Rape and Sexual Assault

Hundreds More Criminals Released Early as Government Scheme Exceeds 1,350 Discharges

Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After Israeli Attacks Kill Dozens in Southern Lebanon

French Police Detain Multiple Individuals in Mohamed Al-Fayed Embezzlement Inquiry

Lisa Nandy Demands Media Industry Confront Abuse Culture Following Russell Brand Conviction

US Consumer Prices Rise 0.4% in October, Exceeding Forecasts for Third Consecutive Month

Chloe Mitchell Murder Trial Jury Discharged, Judge Cites Reasons Forthcoming

Lucy Frazer Defends Erasmus Return as Honouring Wartime Sacrifice Amid Criticism

Conservatives Plan Benefit Restrictions for ADHD Children, Citing 'Conveyor Belt' Risk

World

Anthropic Seeks $64 Billion Valuation in Stock Market Listing for Claude AI

Oviedo Police Officer Dies, Colleague Injured After Backpack Explosion During Callout

DR Congo Military Court Sentences 66 Soldiers to Death for 'Cowardice' in Eastern Front

Pitt Rivers Museum Repatriates Naga Ancestral Skulls to India for Memorial Burial

UK

Metropolitan Police Investigate Multiple Russell Brand Reports Following Conviction

Man Jailed After Stealing Ambulance with Patient Inside from Royal Derby Hospital

UK Government 'Be Ready' Campaign Prompts Surge in Tinned Food, Bottled Water Sales

Jemima Goldsmith Alleges Russell Brand Engaged in Violence and Coercive Control

Middle East

UK Diesel Prices Register Sharpest Monthly Decline in Over Two Decades

Strait of Hormuz: Three Obstacles Delay Oil and Gas Passage Despite US-Iran Deal

Prime Minister Starmer Pledges UK Role in Reopening Strait of Hormuz After Iran-US Deal

Donald Trump Declares Iran War Deal Signed, Strait of Hormuz Reopens Friday

Ukraine War

Ukraine, Russia, US Delegations Hold Trilateral Peace Discussions in United Arab Emirates

South African Police Arrest Nine Foreign Nationals Attempting to Depart for Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian Woman in Scotland Faces £9,000 Council Tax Bill for Kyiv Flat

Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine Ceasefire During White House Meeting with Russian, Ukrainian Envoys

Business

California Voters Reject Proposition 40 to Tax Billionaires' Total Wealth

Singapore Seizes 'Cruise for Life' Ship Odyssey After Operator Runs Out of Money

China, US Compete for Global Energy Dominance, Impacting Household Utility Costs

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Discusses China Chip Controls, US National Security Strategy

Politics

Under-16s Face Ban From Online Marketplaces Vinted and eBay, Government Confirms Review

NHS Scotland Executive Received £393,000 Payout Upon Retirement, Amid Reform Plans

Russell Brand Sentenced to 10 Years, Six Months for Rape and Sexual Assault

Hundreds More Criminals Released Early as Government Scheme Exceeds 1,350 Discharges