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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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CAF Bank Suspends Online Services, 14,000 UK Charities Unable to Pay Staff

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US Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates at 5.25%-5.50% Range

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Police Conclude Investigation Into Adrian Polanski's Guillotine Image Social Media Share

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High Court Rejects Andrew Bridgen Libel Claim Against Matt Hancock Over Conspiracy Theory Allegations

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Police Officers Detail 'Horror Scene' Conditions at Hull's Legacy Funeral Home

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Funeral Director Gail Stiff Accused of Abandoning Bodies at Hull Firm

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Gironde Fire Crews Combat Renewed Blazes as Temperatures Exceed 40C

Firefighters in France's Gironde region are struggling to contain rekindled wildfires amidst extreme heat, with some local residents declining evacuation orders.

Scottish Woman's Body Discovered in Suitcase in Athens, Greek Police Investigate

Dr Anthony Fauci Silent on COVID-19 Origins During US Senate Hearing

Four Women Accuse Jared Leto of Criminal Sexual Conduct

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Alex Jenkinson Faces December Trial for Threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Alex Jenkinson, 39, is scheduled for trial in December, accused of causing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to "fear unlawful violence" during an encounter while the former Duke of York was walking his dogs. The alleged incident occurred in Windsor, Berkshire, and involves a charge under Section 4 of the Public Order Act.

Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Charged Over Nigerian Population Remark

William Burns, Acid Attacker of MSP Russell Findlay, Released From Prison

James Desborough Receives Whole Life Order for London Homeless Shelter Murders

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

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine held discussions with UK Prime Minister Andrew Burnham in London today, marking Burnham's first international visitor since assuming office. The meeting focused on ongoing support for Ukraine.

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

Ukraine President Zelensky Counts Political Cost of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Dismissal

Prime Minister Burnham Vows Continued Ukraine Military Aid Before Zelensky Visit

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Chipmaker Share Value Plummets as Investors Doubt AI Company Returns

Recent significant drops in the share prices of major chip manufacturers have sparked investor apprehension, suggesting that the initial enthusiasm surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) related companies may be diminishing.

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reforms For England's Social Care System

Ofgem Proposes Hundreds of Millions in Deposits from Data Centres for Power Grid Access

Greggs Reports Profit Increase Following Menu Changes Towards Healthier Options

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Prime Minister Burnham Considers Tax Rises to Fund England's Social Care Overhaul

Prime Minister Burnham has indicated that tax increases are a possibility to address the funding deficit in England's social care system, following cross-party discussions aimed at accelerating reform.

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

CAF Bank Suspends Online Services, 14,000 UK Charities Unable to Pay Staff

US Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates at 5.25%-5.50% Range

Police Conclude Investigation Into Adrian Polanski's Guillotine Image Social Media Share

High Court Rejects Andrew Bridgen Libel Claim Against Matt Hancock Over Conspiracy Theory Allegations

Police Officers Detail 'Horror Scene' Conditions at Hull's Legacy Funeral Home

Funeral Director Gail Stiff Accused of Abandoning Bodies at Hull Firm

World

Gironde Fire Crews Combat Renewed Blazes as Temperatures Exceed 40C

Scottish Woman's Body Discovered in Suitcase in Athens, Greek Police Investigate

Dr Anthony Fauci Silent on COVID-19 Origins During US Senate Hearing

Four Women Accuse Jared Leto of Criminal Sexual Conduct

UK

Alex Jenkinson Faces December Trial for Threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Charged Over Nigerian Population Remark

William Burns, Acid Attacker of MSP Russell Findlay, Released From Prison

James Desborough Receives Whole Life Order for London Homeless Shelter Murders

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

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

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

Ukraine President Zelensky Counts Political Cost of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Dismissal

Prime Minister Burnham Vows Continued Ukraine Military Aid Before Zelensky Visit

Business

Chipmaker Share Value Plummets as Investors Doubt AI Company Returns

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reforms For England's Social Care System

Ofgem Proposes Hundreds of Millions in Deposits from Data Centres for Power Grid Access

Greggs Reports Profit Increase Following Menu Changes Towards Healthier Options

Politics

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Tax Rises to Fund England's Social Care Overhaul

Shadow Home Secretary Philp Queries French Navy Firing Drill in English Channel

Chief Constable Chris Noble Resigns Before Misconduct Tribunal

Prime Minister Burnham Prioritises Social Care Reform Over Assisted Dying Legislation

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

CAF Bank Suspends Online Services, 14,000 UK Charities Unable to Pay Staff

US Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates at 5.25%-5.50% Range

Police Conclude Investigation Into Adrian Polanski's Guillotine Image Social Media Share

High Court Rejects Andrew Bridgen Libel Claim Against Matt Hancock Over Conspiracy Theory Allegations

Police Officers Detail 'Horror Scene' Conditions at Hull's Legacy Funeral Home

Funeral Director Gail Stiff Accused of Abandoning Bodies at Hull Firm

World

Gironde Fire Crews Combat Renewed Blazes as Temperatures Exceed 40C

Scottish Woman's Body Discovered in Suitcase in Athens, Greek Police Investigate

Dr Anthony Fauci Silent on COVID-19 Origins During US Senate Hearing

Four Women Accuse Jared Leto of Criminal Sexual Conduct

UK

Alex Jenkinson Faces December Trial for Threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Charged Over Nigerian Population Remark

William Burns, Acid Attacker of MSP Russell Findlay, Released From Prison

James Desborough Receives Whole Life Order for London Homeless Shelter Murders

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

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

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

Ukraine President Zelensky Counts Political Cost of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Dismissal

Prime Minister Burnham Vows Continued Ukraine Military Aid Before Zelensky Visit

Business

Chipmaker Share Value Plummets as Investors Doubt AI Company Returns

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Reforms For England's Social Care System

Ofgem Proposes Hundreds of Millions in Deposits from Data Centres for Power Grid Access

Greggs Reports Profit Increase Following Menu Changes Towards Healthier Options

Politics

Prime Minister Burnham Considers Tax Rises to Fund England's Social Care Overhaul

Shadow Home Secretary Philp Queries French Navy Firing Drill in English Channel

Chief Constable Chris Noble Resigns Before Misconduct Tribunal

Prime Minister Burnham Prioritises Social Care Reform Over Assisted Dying Legislation