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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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Bev Craig Selected as Labour's Greater Manchester Metro Mayor Candidate

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Iain Robertson Convicted of Rape and Two Assaults Against Women

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Prime Minister Confirms Defence Spending Plan Despite Cabinet Minister Resignation

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Donald Trump Anticipates Improved US-Colombia Relationship Under Gustavo Petro Presidency

Former US President Donald Trump has expressed an expectation of a stronger relationship with Colombia following the election of Gustavo Petro. Petro's victory marks a shift in Colombian politics, and Trump's endorsement of his candidacy underscored a potential realignment of US foreign policy interests in the region.

European Airports Head Warns EU Border System Faces Summer Collapse

Irish Government Commits £197 Million to Cross-Border Rail Infrastructure

Ransom Note Claims Nancy Guthrie Deceased Following Abduction in Ohio

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Southern England Endures 29,000 Lightning Strikes, Flash Flooding Impacts Travel

Southern England experienced nearly 29,000 lightning strikes and widespread flash flooding, causing significant travel disruption. The meteorological events occurred as parts of the region anticipate further extreme heat.

Parents Report Joshua Hall's Killer Posting on Social Media from Prison

Online Scams Cost UK Consumers £1.1 Billion Annually, Financial Conduct Authority Warns

Nigel Farage Attributes Makerfield By-Election Loss to Anti-Starmer Voter Tactics

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

Despite President Trump's announcement of an 'opening' for the Strait of Hormuz, ship-tracking data reveals only a handful of vessels have transited the waterway since the US-Iran deal. Hundreds of ships remain stalled in the Gulf, facing significant unresolved issues of security, potential minefields, and proposed tolls.

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

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Russian Forces Advance on Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Remaining Donbas Strongholds

Russian military units are pushing towards Kostyantynivka, a city whose capture would facilitate further Russian advances into the Donbas region, targeting Ukraine's final eastern defensive positions.

Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

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South East Water Appoints John Halsall as Chief Executive Amidst Service Criticisms

South East Water has named John Halsall, formerly of Thames Water and Network Rail, as its new chief executive. His appointment follows recent public criticism of the utility's service delivery.

StubHub UK Ordered to Refund 50,000 Customers for Hidden Fees, Receives Fine

Alan Greenspan, Architect of Modern American Economy, Dies Aged 100

EasyJet Rejects $5.9 Billion Takeover Bid from US Private Equity Firm Castlelake

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Second Reform Councillor Resigns in Wakefield, Citing Party Organisational Failures

Steve Lewis, elected to Wakefield Council for Reform UK on 7 May, has announced his resignation from the party. This marks the second departure from Reform UK within Wakefield Council in recent weeks, with Mr Lewis now sitting as an independent.

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

Bev Craig Selected as Labour's Greater Manchester Metro Mayor Candidate

Iain Robertson Convicted of Rape and Two Assaults Against Women

Prime Minister Confirms Defence Spending Plan Despite Cabinet Minister Resignation

Gatwick Airport Expansion Approved by High Court, Campaigners Weigh Appeal

Starmer Meets Andy Burnham to Discuss Labour Leadership Transition

Nicola Sturgeon, Michael Gove Participate in UK-Russia War Simulation

World

Donald Trump Anticipates Improved US-Colombia Relationship Under Gustavo Petro Presidency

European Airports Head Warns EU Border System Faces Summer Collapse

Irish Government Commits £197 Million to Cross-Border Rail Infrastructure

Ransom Note Claims Nancy Guthrie Deceased Following Abduction in Ohio

UK

Southern England Endures 29,000 Lightning Strikes, Flash Flooding Impacts Travel

Parents Report Joshua Hall's Killer Posting on Social Media from Prison

Online Scams Cost UK Consumers £1.1 Billion Annually, Financial Conduct Authority Warns

Nigel Farage Attributes Makerfield By-Election Loss to Anti-Starmer Voter Tactics

Middle East

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

Ukraine War

Russian Forces Advance on Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Remaining Donbas Strongholds

Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

Business

South East Water Appoints John Halsall as Chief Executive Amidst Service Criticisms

StubHub UK Ordered to Refund 50,000 Customers for Hidden Fees, Receives Fine

Alan Greenspan, Architect of Modern American Economy, Dies Aged 100

EasyJet Rejects $5.9 Billion Takeover Bid from US Private Equity Firm Castlelake

Politics

Second Reform Councillor Resigns in Wakefield, Citing Party Organisational Failures

Ten Years, Five Prime Ministers: UK Leadership Changes and Shifting Power Dynamics

Keir Starmer's Premiership: Economic Stagnation and Public Service Decline Under Labour

Andy Burnham Faces Scrutiny Over Mayoral Record Amid Labour Leadership Speculation

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

Bev Craig Selected as Labour's Greater Manchester Metro Mayor Candidate

Iain Robertson Convicted of Rape and Two Assaults Against Women

Prime Minister Confirms Defence Spending Plan Despite Cabinet Minister Resignation

Gatwick Airport Expansion Approved by High Court, Campaigners Weigh Appeal

Starmer Meets Andy Burnham to Discuss Labour Leadership Transition

Nicola Sturgeon, Michael Gove Participate in UK-Russia War Simulation

World

Donald Trump Anticipates Improved US-Colombia Relationship Under Gustavo Petro Presidency

European Airports Head Warns EU Border System Faces Summer Collapse

Irish Government Commits £197 Million to Cross-Border Rail Infrastructure

Ransom Note Claims Nancy Guthrie Deceased Following Abduction in Ohio

UK

Southern England Endures 29,000 Lightning Strikes, Flash Flooding Impacts Travel

Parents Report Joshua Hall's Killer Posting on Social Media from Prison

Online Scams Cost UK Consumers £1.1 Billion Annually, Financial Conduct Authority Warns

Nigel Farage Attributes Makerfield By-Election Loss to Anti-Starmer Voter Tactics

Middle East

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

Ukraine War

Russian Forces Advance on Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Remaining Donbas Strongholds

Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

Business

South East Water Appoints John Halsall as Chief Executive Amidst Service Criticisms

StubHub UK Ordered to Refund 50,000 Customers for Hidden Fees, Receives Fine

Alan Greenspan, Architect of Modern American Economy, Dies Aged 100

EasyJet Rejects $5.9 Billion Takeover Bid from US Private Equity Firm Castlelake

Politics

Second Reform Councillor Resigns in Wakefield, Citing Party Organisational Failures

Ten Years, Five Prime Ministers: UK Leadership Changes and Shifting Power Dynamics

Keir Starmer's Premiership: Economic Stagnation and Public Service Decline Under Labour

Andy Burnham Faces Scrutiny Over Mayoral Record Amid Labour Leadership Speculation