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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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Spanish High-Speed Train Collision Near Chinchilla Kills 19, Injures Dozens

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Survivors Detail Panic, Anger After Spanish Train Derailment Injures Dozens Near Toledo

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Energy Price Rises Slash UK Living Standards, Push Economy Towards Recession

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Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

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Chancellor Healey Allocates £100 Energy Payment, Implements Bank Surcharge in Maiden Budget

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Putin Praises Elon Musk, Confirms Direct Contact on Satellite Technology

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Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami After Election Defeat, Fails to Surrender Passports

Flávio Bolsonaro has arrived in Miami, ending speculation regarding his whereabouts after he did not comply with a court order to surrender his passports following his father's presidential election loss.

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

Two Dead, 30 Injured After High-Speed Train Collides Near Toledo, Spain

Spain Train Crash: At Least Two Dead, Over 30 Injured Near Toledo

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Starmer Government Considered Relocating from 10 Downing Street to More Suitable Premises

Officials within Keir Starmer's government explored moving the Prime Minister's residence and offices out of 10 Downing Street, citing its dilapidated condition and unsuitability for modern governance. The discussions aimed to find a more functional and less costly alternative.

Chancellor Healey's Budget: Apprenticeship Reform and National Living Wage Hike Impact Young Workers

Prime Minister Burnham Rejects Early General Election in Next 12 Months

Huntingdon Train Attacker Anthony Williams Asked Man 'Do You Want To Die?'

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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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Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire in Oleshky, Halting Hostilities

A localised ceasefire in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, Ukraine, has been secured, reportedly through the mediation of Melania Trump. The agreement aims to provide a respite for residents who have endured three years without essential services.

Kherson Region Ceasefire Extended by Ukraine and Russia for Civilian Evacuation

Norway and Finland Prime Ministers Engage in First Direct Talks with Putin Since 2022

Ukrainian City Ceasefire Commences for Aid Deliveries Following Melania Trump Announcement

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Chancellor Healey Directs 1% Departmental Cuts to Fund Defence Investment Plan

Chancellor Jeremy Healey has instructed government departments to implement a 1% reduction in non-protected spending, reallocating these funds directly to the Defence Investment Plan. This move aims to bolster military capabilities amidst persistent calls for increased defence expenditure.

Chancellor Healey’s Cautious Budget Addresses Public Finances and Household Pressures

Millions of UK Households to Receive £100 Energy Payment Starting January

Chancellor Healey Reveals Income Tax Adjustments and Public Service Funding in Latest Budget

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Home Secretary Initiates Independent Review into Henry Nowak Murder, Promises Transparency

The Home Secretary has commissioned an independent review following the murder of student Henry Nowak, vowing to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the incident. The review aims to scrutinise events before, during, and after the fatal night.

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

Spanish High-Speed Train Collision Near Chinchilla Kills 19, Injures Dozens

Survivors Detail Panic, Anger After Spanish Train Derailment Injures Dozens Near Toledo

Energy Price Rises Slash UK Living Standards, Push Economy Towards Recession

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

Chancellor Healey Allocates £100 Energy Payment, Implements Bank Surcharge in Maiden Budget

Putin Praises Elon Musk, Confirms Direct Contact on Satellite Technology

World

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami After Election Defeat, Fails to Surrender Passports

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

Two Dead, 30 Injured After High-Speed Train Collides Near Toledo, Spain

Spain Train Crash: At Least Two Dead, Over 30 Injured Near Toledo

UK

Starmer Government Considered Relocating from 10 Downing Street to More Suitable Premises

Chancellor Healey's Budget: Apprenticeship Reform and National Living Wage Hike Impact Young Workers

Prime Minister Burnham Rejects Early General Election in Next 12 Months

Huntingdon Train Attacker Anthony Williams Asked Man 'Do You Want To Die?'

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

Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire in Oleshky, Halting Hostilities

Kherson Region Ceasefire Extended by Ukraine and Russia for Civilian Evacuation

Norway and Finland Prime Ministers Engage in First Direct Talks with Putin Since 2022

Ukrainian City Ceasefire Commences for Aid Deliveries Following Melania Trump Announcement

Business

Chancellor Healey Directs 1% Departmental Cuts to Fund Defence Investment Plan

Chancellor Healey’s Cautious Budget Addresses Public Finances and Household Pressures

Millions of UK Households to Receive £100 Energy Payment Starting January

Chancellor Healey Reveals Income Tax Adjustments and Public Service Funding in Latest Budget

Politics

Home Secretary Initiates Independent Review into Henry Nowak Murder, Promises Transparency

UK Government Freezes Income Tax Thresholds for Three Additional Years, Impacts Millions' Pay

Chancellor Healey’s Budget Adjusts Taxes for Pensioners, Funds NHS, Freezes Alcohol Duty

Prime Minister Burnham Asserts Deal Clarity Ahead of Brussels Summit Negotiations

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

Spanish High-Speed Train Collision Near Chinchilla Kills 19, Injures Dozens

Survivors Detail Panic, Anger After Spanish Train Derailment Injures Dozens Near Toledo

Energy Price Rises Slash UK Living Standards, Push Economy Towards Recession

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

Chancellor Healey Allocates £100 Energy Payment, Implements Bank Surcharge in Maiden Budget

Putin Praises Elon Musk, Confirms Direct Contact on Satellite Technology

World

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami After Election Defeat, Fails to Surrender Passports

Flávio Bolsonaro Arrives in Miami Following Father's Election Defeat, Passport Surrender Order

Two Dead, 30 Injured After High-Speed Train Collides Near Toledo, Spain

Spain Train Crash: At Least Two Dead, Over 30 Injured Near Toledo

UK

Starmer Government Considered Relocating from 10 Downing Street to More Suitable Premises

Chancellor Healey's Budget: Apprenticeship Reform and National Living Wage Hike Impact Young Workers

Prime Minister Burnham Rejects Early General Election in Next 12 Months

Huntingdon Train Attacker Anthony Williams Asked Man 'Do You Want To Die?'

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

Melania Trump Brokers Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire in Oleshky, Halting Hostilities

Kherson Region Ceasefire Extended by Ukraine and Russia for Civilian Evacuation

Norway and Finland Prime Ministers Engage in First Direct Talks with Putin Since 2022

Ukrainian City Ceasefire Commences for Aid Deliveries Following Melania Trump Announcement

Business

Chancellor Healey Directs 1% Departmental Cuts to Fund Defence Investment Plan

Chancellor Healey’s Cautious Budget Addresses Public Finances and Household Pressures

Millions of UK Households to Receive £100 Energy Payment Starting January

Chancellor Healey Reveals Income Tax Adjustments and Public Service Funding in Latest Budget

Politics

Home Secretary Initiates Independent Review into Henry Nowak Murder, Promises Transparency

UK Government Freezes Income Tax Thresholds for Three Additional Years, Impacts Millions' Pay

Chancellor Healey’s Budget Adjusts Taxes for Pensioners, Funds NHS, Freezes Alcohol Duty

Prime Minister Burnham Asserts Deal Clarity Ahead of Brussels Summit Negotiations