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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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Pope Francis Requires No Further Lung Cancer Treatment After Successful Surgery

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US Diplomatic Efforts Fail to Pressure Putin Towards Ukraine Peace Talks

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Former Chihuahua State Prosecutor César Jáuregui Moreno Charged with Treason Over US Drug Raid

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Liverpool Police Arrest Two Teenagers for Everton Attempted Murder of 16-Year-Old

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Nigerian Woman Diagnosed with Ebola After Uganda Holiday, Abuja Officials Confirm

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Michael Glover Jailed for Threatening MP Henry Tufnell After Axe Attack on Pub

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Indian Activists Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka Released After Calling for Election Chief's Resignation

Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, prominent activists who publicly criticised India's Chief Election Commissioner and were subsequently detained, have been released from custody in Delhi. Their arrest followed a protest at an unauthorised venue, with authorities alleging unlawful assembly.

Australian MP Mike Kelly Undergoes Double Amputation After Targeted Attack

Meta Faces £20 Billion Fine for EU User Data Privacy Violations

Russia Offers Ukraine Peace Talks and US Security Dialogue After St Petersburg Meeting

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Mayor Andy Burnham Seeks to Abolish Standing Charges on UK Gas Bills

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has outlined a proposal to eliminate standing charges from domestic gas bills, arguing the fixed fees disproportionately burden low-income households. The plan, if adopted, would shift these costs onto unit rates, potentially increasing prices for higher-usage consumers.

Number 10 North Deputy Duncan Parish Cites Institutional Barriers to Northern Relocation

Bridgend Woman Eleanor Barnfield Dies of Stab Wounds After Car Crash

Jacob Rees-Mogg Defends Jackdaw Gas Field Approval Amid Energy Security Debate

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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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Russia Releases US Citizen Stephen Hubbard After Negotiations, State Media Confirms

Stephen Hubbard, a US national, has been freed by Russian authorities and taken to Pulkovo Airport following talks between President Vladimir Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff, according to Russian state media.

Zelenskyy’s Oslo Visit Highlights Ukraine Aid Uncertainty Amidst Trump’s Influence

Zelensky Confirms US Intelligence Sharing 'Works Now' After Trump Envoy Meeting in Oslo

Zelensky Arrives in Oslo for Meetings with US Officials Amid Intelligence Dispute

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UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field: Energy Security Collides with Climate Targets

The UK government has greenlit Shell's Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, citing energy security needs amidst global supply disruptions. This decision draws criticism from environmental groups who argue it undermines climate commitments and locks the UK into fossil fuel dependence.

UK Inflation Reaches 3.5% as Fuel Costs Drive Price Increases, Treasury Faces Budget Constraints

UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field Amid Energy Security Versus Climate Balancing Act

UK Consumer Price Index Rises 3.5% in September Driven by Petrol Costs

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Education Secretary Lucy Powell Mandates Holocaust Education Overhaul After Antisemitism Review

Following a "shocking" review revealing deficiencies, Education Secretary Lucy Powell has committed to improving Holocaust education in schools to ensure younger generations understand its horrors and combat rising antisemitism.

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

Pope Francis Requires No Further Lung Cancer Treatment After Successful Surgery

US Diplomatic Efforts Fail to Pressure Putin Towards Ukraine Peace Talks

Former Chihuahua State Prosecutor César Jáuregui Moreno Charged with Treason Over US Drug Raid

Liverpool Police Arrest Two Teenagers for Everton Attempted Murder of 16-Year-Old

Nigerian Woman Diagnosed with Ebola After Uganda Holiday, Abuja Officials Confirm

Michael Glover Jailed for Threatening MP Henry Tufnell After Axe Attack on Pub

World

Indian Activists Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka Released After Calling for Election Chief's Resignation

Australian MP Mike Kelly Undergoes Double Amputation After Targeted Attack

Meta Faces £20 Billion Fine for EU User Data Privacy Violations

Russia Offers Ukraine Peace Talks and US Security Dialogue After St Petersburg Meeting

UK

Mayor Andy Burnham Seeks to Abolish Standing Charges on UK Gas Bills

Number 10 North Deputy Duncan Parish Cites Institutional Barriers to Northern Relocation

Bridgend Woman Eleanor Barnfield Dies of Stab Wounds After Car Crash

Jacob Rees-Mogg Defends Jackdaw Gas Field Approval Amid Energy Security Debate

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

Russia Releases US Citizen Stephen Hubbard After Negotiations, State Media Confirms

Zelenskyy’s Oslo Visit Highlights Ukraine Aid Uncertainty Amidst Trump’s Influence

Zelensky Confirms US Intelligence Sharing 'Works Now' After Trump Envoy Meeting in Oslo

Zelensky Arrives in Oslo for Meetings with US Officials Amid Intelligence Dispute

Business

UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field: Energy Security Collides with Climate Targets

UK Inflation Reaches 3.5% as Fuel Costs Drive Price Increases, Treasury Faces Budget Constraints

UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field Amid Energy Security Versus Climate Balancing Act

UK Consumer Price Index Rises 3.5% in September Driven by Petrol Costs

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Education Secretary Lucy Powell Mandates Holocaust Education Overhaul After Antisemitism Review

Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Investigated for Alleged Rape within Parliament

Kashim Chowdhury Juggled Five Civil Service Roles, Contracted for 183 Hours Weekly

Irish State Apology for Brian Stack Family Over IRA Murder Investigation Failures

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

Pope Francis Requires No Further Lung Cancer Treatment After Successful Surgery

US Diplomatic Efforts Fail to Pressure Putin Towards Ukraine Peace Talks

Former Chihuahua State Prosecutor César Jáuregui Moreno Charged with Treason Over US Drug Raid

Liverpool Police Arrest Two Teenagers for Everton Attempted Murder of 16-Year-Old

Nigerian Woman Diagnosed with Ebola After Uganda Holiday, Abuja Officials Confirm

Michael Glover Jailed for Threatening MP Henry Tufnell After Axe Attack on Pub

World

Indian Activists Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka Released After Calling for Election Chief's Resignation

Australian MP Mike Kelly Undergoes Double Amputation After Targeted Attack

Meta Faces £20 Billion Fine for EU User Data Privacy Violations

Russia Offers Ukraine Peace Talks and US Security Dialogue After St Petersburg Meeting

UK

Mayor Andy Burnham Seeks to Abolish Standing Charges on UK Gas Bills

Number 10 North Deputy Duncan Parish Cites Institutional Barriers to Northern Relocation

Bridgend Woman Eleanor Barnfield Dies of Stab Wounds After Car Crash

Jacob Rees-Mogg Defends Jackdaw Gas Field Approval Amid Energy Security Debate

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

Russia Releases US Citizen Stephen Hubbard After Negotiations, State Media Confirms

Zelenskyy’s Oslo Visit Highlights Ukraine Aid Uncertainty Amidst Trump’s Influence

Zelensky Confirms US Intelligence Sharing 'Works Now' After Trump Envoy Meeting in Oslo

Zelensky Arrives in Oslo for Meetings with US Officials Amid Intelligence Dispute

Business

UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field: Energy Security Collides with Climate Targets

UK Inflation Reaches 3.5% as Fuel Costs Drive Price Increases, Treasury Faces Budget Constraints

UK Government Approves Jackdaw Gas Field Amid Energy Security Versus Climate Balancing Act

UK Consumer Price Index Rises 3.5% in September Driven by Petrol Costs

Politics

Education Secretary Lucy Powell Mandates Holocaust Education Overhaul After Antisemitism Review

Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Investigated for Alleged Rape within Parliament

Kashim Chowdhury Juggled Five Civil Service Roles, Contracted for 183 Hours Weekly

Irish State Apology for Brian Stack Family Over IRA Murder Investigation Failures