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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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Two Migrant Boat Pilots Jailed for Channel Crossings, Over 160 People Transported

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Hugging Face CEO Demands AI Firms Be Accountable for Malicious Bots

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Robert Bush Jailed for 20 Years: Families Decry Funeral Director's Sentence as Insufficient

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Sinn Féin Declares Stormont Executive 'Dysfunctional' as DUP Prioritises Protocol

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham Opposes Income Tax Rebate for Mayors

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North Northamptonshire Council Revokes Climate Emergency Status in Policy Shift

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham Asserts Gianni Infantino Unfit for FIFA Leadership Amid Investment Plan Scrutiny

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has publicly stated that Gianni Infantino is 'the wrong man' to lead FIFA, intensifying criticism of the organisation's contentious investment proposals.

Hundreds Evacuated from Greek Wildfire by Sea, Blazes Continue Across Europe

Peruvian Court Overturns Ex-President Humala's 15-Year Money Laundering Conviction

South Korean Equities Rebound, Recouping Losses After Three-Day Chip Stock Decline

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England and Wales Anticipate Driest July Since 1836 Amid Continued Water Scarcity

England and Wales are poised to experience their driest July in 186 years, with provisional Met Office figures indicating rainfall totals significantly below average. This follows a period of exceptionally dry weather across the UK, raising immediate concerns over water supplies and agricultural impacts.

Kirklees Residents Demand Quarry Closure After Flood Evacuation Incident

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reversal of Jury Trial Restrictions in England and Wales

Chancellor Healey Schedules 28 October Budget, Promises Power Shift from Westminster

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business

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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Russian Missile Strikes Kill Eight Civilians, Including Three Children, Near Kryvyi Rih

Eight civilians, three of whom were children, died in Russian missile strikes on a village near Kryvyi Rih. The attack resulted in six deaths at a residential building and two more at an industrial facility.

Russian Missile Likely Created 10-Metre Crater in Poland, Prime Minister Confirms

Ukraine's President Zelensky Holds Discussions with Prime Minister Burnham in London

Ukraine's Zelensky Seeks Air Defence Pledges from Trump in Washington Meetings

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British Airways Mayday Flight Passenger Describes Terrifying Heathrow Emergency Landing

A passenger aboard a British Airways flight that issued a Mayday distress call earlier this month has recounted the frightening experience, describing shouts of "I don't want to die" as the aircraft prepared for an emergency landing at Heathrow Airport.

Welsh Government Reviews 182-Day Holiday Let Tax Rule After Industry Criticism

BP Divests North Sea Operations, Ending Six Decades of Production

Sainsbury's Completes Argos Sale for £120 Million, Retaining Key Retail Links

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High Court Rejects Tower Hamlets Challenge, Chinese Embassy Construction Proceeds Near Tower of London

The High Court has upheld a government decision to permit the construction of a substantial Chinese embassy complex at the former Royal Mint site in Tower Hamlets. This ruling dismisses a legal challenge brought by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, effectively clearing the path for the controversial development.

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

Two Migrant Boat Pilots Jailed for Channel Crossings, Over 160 People Transported

Hugging Face CEO Demands AI Firms Be Accountable for Malicious Bots

Robert Bush Jailed for 20 Years: Families Decry Funeral Director's Sentence as Insufficient

Sinn Féin Declares Stormont Executive 'Dysfunctional' as DUP Prioritises Protocol

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Opposes Income Tax Rebate for Mayors

North Northamptonshire Council Revokes Climate Emergency Status in Policy Shift

World

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Asserts Gianni Infantino Unfit for FIFA Leadership Amid Investment Plan Scrutiny

Hundreds Evacuated from Greek Wildfire by Sea, Blazes Continue Across Europe

Peruvian Court Overturns Ex-President Humala's 15-Year Money Laundering Conviction

South Korean Equities Rebound, Recouping Losses After Three-Day Chip Stock Decline

UK

England and Wales Anticipate Driest July Since 1836 Amid Continued Water Scarcity

Kirklees Residents Demand Quarry Closure After Flood Evacuation Incident

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reversal of Jury Trial Restrictions in England and Wales

Chancellor Healey Schedules 28 October Budget, Promises Power Shift from Westminster

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

Russian Missile Strikes Kill Eight Civilians, Including Three Children, Near Kryvyi Rih

Russian Missile Likely Created 10-Metre Crater in Poland, Prime Minister Confirms

Ukraine's President Zelensky Holds Discussions with Prime Minister Burnham in London

Ukraine's Zelensky Seeks Air Defence Pledges from Trump in Washington Meetings

Business

British Airways Mayday Flight Passenger Describes Terrifying Heathrow Emergency Landing

Welsh Government Reviews 182-Day Holiday Let Tax Rule After Industry Criticism

BP Divests North Sea Operations, Ending Six Decades of Production

Sainsbury's Completes Argos Sale for £120 Million, Retaining Key Retail Links

Politics

High Court Rejects Tower Hamlets Challenge, Chinese Embassy Construction Proceeds Near Tower of London

Redcar and Cleveland Council Faces Scrutiny Over £900 Million Debt Burden

Devon County Councillor Sanctioned After Questioning Inclusion of LGBT+ Books in Schools

Prime Minister Confirms Income Tax Share For Mayors, Devolution Critics Demand Specifics

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

Two Migrant Boat Pilots Jailed for Channel Crossings, Over 160 People Transported

Hugging Face CEO Demands AI Firms Be Accountable for Malicious Bots

Robert Bush Jailed for 20 Years: Families Decry Funeral Director's Sentence as Insufficient

Sinn Féin Declares Stormont Executive 'Dysfunctional' as DUP Prioritises Protocol

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Opposes Income Tax Rebate for Mayors

North Northamptonshire Council Revokes Climate Emergency Status in Policy Shift

World

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Asserts Gianni Infantino Unfit for FIFA Leadership Amid Investment Plan Scrutiny

Hundreds Evacuated from Greek Wildfire by Sea, Blazes Continue Across Europe

Peruvian Court Overturns Ex-President Humala's 15-Year Money Laundering Conviction

South Korean Equities Rebound, Recouping Losses After Three-Day Chip Stock Decline

UK

England and Wales Anticipate Driest July Since 1836 Amid Continued Water Scarcity

Kirklees Residents Demand Quarry Closure After Flood Evacuation Incident

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reversal of Jury Trial Restrictions in England and Wales

Chancellor Healey Schedules 28 October Budget, Promises Power Shift from Westminster

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

Russian Missile Strikes Kill Eight Civilians, Including Three Children, Near Kryvyi Rih

Russian Missile Likely Created 10-Metre Crater in Poland, Prime Minister Confirms

Ukraine's President Zelensky Holds Discussions with Prime Minister Burnham in London

Ukraine's Zelensky Seeks Air Defence Pledges from Trump in Washington Meetings

Business

British Airways Mayday Flight Passenger Describes Terrifying Heathrow Emergency Landing

Welsh Government Reviews 182-Day Holiday Let Tax Rule After Industry Criticism

BP Divests North Sea Operations, Ending Six Decades of Production

Sainsbury's Completes Argos Sale for £120 Million, Retaining Key Retail Links

Politics

High Court Rejects Tower Hamlets Challenge, Chinese Embassy Construction Proceeds Near Tower of London

Redcar and Cleveland Council Faces Scrutiny Over £900 Million Debt Burden

Devon County Councillor Sanctioned After Questioning Inclusion of LGBT+ Books in Schools

Prime Minister Confirms Income Tax Share For Mayors, Devolution Critics Demand Specifics