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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 Prime Minister Sánchez Defeated on Housing Bill After 87-Year-Old Woman's Eviction

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faced a parliamentary defeat on a crucial housing bill, intensified by public outcry following the eviction of an 87-year-old woman in Madrid. The vote's outcome increases the likelihood of a snap general election amidst ongoing political instability.

New York Governor Says Cornell 'Failed' Student in Alleged 2024 Gang Rape Case

Texas Reporter Michael Graczyk Witnessed Christa Pike's Botched Execution Attempt

French Students Clash with Police, Hundreds of Schools Disrupted Over Education Reforms

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Kevin Rees Jailed for 15 Years Over ULEZ Camera Explosions, Deemed Terrorism-Connected

Kevin Rees, aged 63, received a 15-year prison sentence for detonating explosive devices targeting ULEZ cameras in south-east London. The Old Bailey judge applied an enhanced sentencing framework due to the 'terrorism connection' of his actions, indicating a political motive to coerce Transport for London.

London Fire Brigade Named in Metropolitan Police Grenfell Fire Evidence File

Green Co-Leader Zack Polanski Urges Voters to Push Labour Leftward

Tory Party Prepares for Early Election, Focuses on Economy and Welfare

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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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Kyiv Power Grid Faces Collapse After Russian Missile Barrage Destroys Infrastructure

Kyiv's Mayor, Vitali Klitschko, has warned of a "very dramatic situation" in the Ukrainian capital, with intensified Russian missile strikes severely damaging critical energy infrastructure. The attacks have left much of the city without power and heating, raising concerns over the grid's integrity.

British Paratrooper George Hooley Died by Explosion in Ukraine, Coroner Rules

Seoul Threatens 'Further Action' Over Ukraine's Prisoner-of-War Row Allegations

Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

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US Employers Slow Hiring in September as Unemployment Nudges Up

The United States experienced a significant slowdown in job creation during September, with unemployment seeing a slight increase. This pause in hiring by American employers comes just weeks before crucial midterm elections.

UK Diesel Price Reaches Two Pounds Per Litre, RAC Confirms

UK Diesel Price Reaches £2 Per Litre Milestone, Motoring Body Confirms

Green Party Co-Leader Zack Polanski Proposes Three-Year Cap on Private Rent Increases

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French Government Confronts Widespread School Protests Over Education Reforms

Weeks of youth demonstrations across France, initially spurred by proposed education reforms, have expanded into a broader rejection of government policy, evoking historical parallels of significant social unrest. The sustained mobilisation presents a considerable challenge to the Macron administration, which has previously faced down substantial public opposition.

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

Former Sheffield Nine O'Clock Service Leader Found Guilty of Rape and Assault

HMS Agamemnon, Sixth Astute-Class Submarine, Arrives at Faslane for Sea Trials

UK-France Migrant Returns Scheme Ends After 1,500 Removals to French Territory

G7 Nations Pledge 100 Million Barrels Oil and Diesel Amid US Export Ban Warning

Counter-Terror Police Charge Widdecombe Suspect Over Planned Farage Attack

Daniel Thomas Faces Multiple Charges After Dover Migrant Site Incursions

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Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez Defeated on Housing Bill After 87-Year-Old Woman's Eviction

New York Governor Says Cornell 'Failed' Student in Alleged 2024 Gang Rape Case

Texas Reporter Michael Graczyk Witnessed Christa Pike's Botched Execution Attempt

French Students Clash with Police, Hundreds of Schools Disrupted Over Education Reforms

UK

Kevin Rees Jailed for 15 Years Over ULEZ Camera Explosions, Deemed Terrorism-Connected

London Fire Brigade Named in Metropolitan Police Grenfell Fire Evidence File

Green Co-Leader Zack Polanski Urges Voters to Push Labour Leftward

Tory Party Prepares for Early Election, Focuses on Economy and Welfare

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

Kyiv Power Grid Faces Collapse After Russian Missile Barrage Destroys Infrastructure

British Paratrooper George Hooley Died by Explosion in Ukraine, Coroner Rules

Seoul Threatens 'Further Action' Over Ukraine's Prisoner-of-War Row Allegations

Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

Business

US Employers Slow Hiring in September as Unemployment Nudges Up

UK Diesel Price Reaches Two Pounds Per Litre, RAC Confirms

UK Diesel Price Reaches £2 Per Litre Milestone, Motoring Body Confirms

Green Party Co-Leader Zack Polanski Proposes Three-Year Cap on Private Rent Increases

Politics

French Government Confronts Widespread School Protests Over Education Reforms

Peter Robinson Announces Garvaghy Road Investigation Next Week Following Nationalist Blockade

Japan's First Male Mayor to Take Paternity Leave Recognised on TIME100 Next List

Scotland Imposes New Retail Restrictions on High Sugar, Fat, and Salt Products

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

Former Sheffield Nine O'Clock Service Leader Found Guilty of Rape and Assault

HMS Agamemnon, Sixth Astute-Class Submarine, Arrives at Faslane for Sea Trials

UK-France Migrant Returns Scheme Ends After 1,500 Removals to French Territory

G7 Nations Pledge 100 Million Barrels Oil and Diesel Amid US Export Ban Warning

Counter-Terror Police Charge Widdecombe Suspect Over Planned Farage Attack

Daniel Thomas Faces Multiple Charges After Dover Migrant Site Incursions

World

Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez Defeated on Housing Bill After 87-Year-Old Woman's Eviction

New York Governor Says Cornell 'Failed' Student in Alleged 2024 Gang Rape Case

Texas Reporter Michael Graczyk Witnessed Christa Pike's Botched Execution Attempt

French Students Clash with Police, Hundreds of Schools Disrupted Over Education Reforms

UK

Kevin Rees Jailed for 15 Years Over ULEZ Camera Explosions, Deemed Terrorism-Connected

London Fire Brigade Named in Metropolitan Police Grenfell Fire Evidence File

Green Co-Leader Zack Polanski Urges Voters to Push Labour Leftward

Tory Party Prepares for Early Election, Focuses on Economy and Welfare

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

Kyiv Power Grid Faces Collapse After Russian Missile Barrage Destroys Infrastructure

British Paratrooper George Hooley Died by Explosion in Ukraine, Coroner Rules

Seoul Threatens 'Further Action' Over Ukraine's Prisoner-of-War Row Allegations

Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

Business

US Employers Slow Hiring in September as Unemployment Nudges Up

UK Diesel Price Reaches Two Pounds Per Litre, RAC Confirms

UK Diesel Price Reaches £2 Per Litre Milestone, Motoring Body Confirms

Green Party Co-Leader Zack Polanski Proposes Three-Year Cap on Private Rent Increases

Politics

French Government Confronts Widespread School Protests Over Education Reforms

Peter Robinson Announces Garvaghy Road Investigation Next Week Following Nationalist Blockade

Japan's First Male Mayor to Take Paternity Leave Recognised on TIME100 Next List

Scotland Imposes New Retail Restrictions on High Sugar, Fat, and Salt Products