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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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Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru Jailed for Manslaughter of Drugged Victims

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Over 145,000 UK Children Now Living in Temporary Accommodation, New Record

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Reform UK Suspends Kirklees Councillor Dave Rowan for 2019 John Bercow Social Media Posts

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Flock Safety CEO Recognises Delays in Addressing Police Licence Plate Camera Misuse

The chief executive of Flock Safety, Garrett Langley, has acknowledged that his company was slow to respond to instances where US police officers misused their automated licence plate recognition (ALPR) cameras to track romantic partners. This admission follows cases of officers resigning after their misuse of the surveillance technology was uncovered.

French Ambassador Bruno Foucher Faces Disciplinary Action Over Allegations of Hosting Women at Residence

Zambians Cast Votes as President Hichilema Seeks Second Term Amidst Economic Discontent

UK Seizes Russian-Linked Shadow Fleet Tanker St. Nikolas, Citing Sanctions Evasion

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NHS Emergency Departments Record 2.4 Million Monthly Attendances Amidst Heatwaves

English NHS emergency departments registered over 2.4 million attendances in each of the last three months, marking the highest figures since records began. This surge coincides with periods of elevated temperatures, with unions highlighting the severe working conditions faced by staff.

Frasers Group Acquires Harvey Nichols Department Store for Undisclosed Sum

102-Year-Old Phillip Ormerod Dies Following Alleged Pub Assault in Lancashire

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Admits Failures in Simon Levy Murder Investigation

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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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Nobel Laureate Dmitry Muratov States Putin Cannot Conquer Ukraine, Only Destroy It

Russian Nobel Peace Prize winner Dmitry Muratov asserted that President Vladimir Putin can only achieve destruction in Ukraine, not victory. Speaking as the conflict enters its fifth year, Muratov's comments underscore the ongoing devastation.

Ukraine Drone Attack Damages Russian Grain Terminals at Novorossiysk, Ust-Luga

Kyiv Accuses Moscow of Deploying North Korean Ballistic Missiles in Ukraine Strikes

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Tatarstan Region, Russia Reports 13 Casualties

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Thirteen UK Water Companies Granted Ofwat Approval to Increase Customer Bills

Ofwat has provisionally authorised 13 water and sewerage companies in England and Wales to raise customer charges. The decision aims to fund infrastructure investments, with customers expected to pay more for projects that address environmental concerns and improve service.

Labour's Zero-Hours Contract Reforms May Cost UK Businesses £2.9 Billion Annually

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Second Quarter, Driven by June Heatwave and World Cup Spending

Twitch Uses Streamers' Content for AI Model Training, User Opt-Out Offered

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Derby Resident Gail Roberts Loses Home for A38 Road Scheme Shelved After £250 Million Expenditure

Gail Roberts, a Derby resident, details how she lost her family home due to the now-abandoned A38 road expansion. The scheme, intended to relieve congestion, was cancelled by the government after incurring costs exceeding £250 million, leading to public outcry over the misallocation of public funds.

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

Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru Jailed for Manslaughter of Drugged Victims

Over 145,000 UK Children Now Living in Temporary Accommodation, New Record

Reform UK Suspends Kirklees Councillor Dave Rowan for 2019 John Bercow Social Media Posts

Bumble Dating App Ends Mandatory 'Women-First' Message Rule After Trial

Musa Ahmed, 10, Suffered Fatal Brain Injury in Bournemouth Beach Drowning

XL Bully Dog Owner Testifies Animal Was Not Dangerous After Fatal Bite in Leigh

World

Flock Safety CEO Recognises Delays in Addressing Police Licence Plate Camera Misuse

French Ambassador Bruno Foucher Faces Disciplinary Action Over Allegations of Hosting Women at Residence

Zambians Cast Votes as President Hichilema Seeks Second Term Amidst Economic Discontent

UK Seizes Russian-Linked Shadow Fleet Tanker St. Nikolas, Citing Sanctions Evasion

UK

NHS Emergency Departments Record 2.4 Million Monthly Attendances Amidst Heatwaves

Frasers Group Acquires Harvey Nichols Department Store for Undisclosed Sum

102-Year-Old Phillip Ormerod Dies Following Alleged Pub Assault in Lancashire

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Admits Failures in Simon Levy Murder Investigation

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

Nobel Laureate Dmitry Muratov States Putin Cannot Conquer Ukraine, Only Destroy It

Ukraine Drone Attack Damages Russian Grain Terminals at Novorossiysk, Ust-Luga

Kyiv Accuses Moscow of Deploying North Korean Ballistic Missiles in Ukraine Strikes

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Tatarstan Region, Russia Reports 13 Casualties

Business

Thirteen UK Water Companies Granted Ofwat Approval to Increase Customer Bills

Labour's Zero-Hours Contract Reforms May Cost UK Businesses £2.9 Billion Annually

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Second Quarter, Driven by June Heatwave and World Cup Spending

Twitch Uses Streamers' Content for AI Model Training, User Opt-Out Offered

Politics

Derby Resident Gail Roberts Loses Home for A38 Road Scheme Shelved After £250 Million Expenditure

MPs Urge Public Fireworks Ban After UK Wildfires Strain Emergency Services

Clacton By-Election Sees Record 34 Candidates Competing for Parliamentary Seat

Japan Objects to Vladimir Putin's First Kuril Islands Visit

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

Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru Jailed for Manslaughter of Drugged Victims

Over 145,000 UK Children Now Living in Temporary Accommodation, New Record

Reform UK Suspends Kirklees Councillor Dave Rowan for 2019 John Bercow Social Media Posts

Bumble Dating App Ends Mandatory 'Women-First' Message Rule After Trial

Musa Ahmed, 10, Suffered Fatal Brain Injury in Bournemouth Beach Drowning

XL Bully Dog Owner Testifies Animal Was Not Dangerous After Fatal Bite in Leigh

World

Flock Safety CEO Recognises Delays in Addressing Police Licence Plate Camera Misuse

French Ambassador Bruno Foucher Faces Disciplinary Action Over Allegations of Hosting Women at Residence

Zambians Cast Votes as President Hichilema Seeks Second Term Amidst Economic Discontent

UK Seizes Russian-Linked Shadow Fleet Tanker St. Nikolas, Citing Sanctions Evasion

UK

NHS Emergency Departments Record 2.4 Million Monthly Attendances Amidst Heatwaves

Frasers Group Acquires Harvey Nichols Department Store for Undisclosed Sum

102-Year-Old Phillip Ormerod Dies Following Alleged Pub Assault in Lancashire

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Admits Failures in Simon Levy Murder Investigation

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

Nobel Laureate Dmitry Muratov States Putin Cannot Conquer Ukraine, Only Destroy It

Ukraine Drone Attack Damages Russian Grain Terminals at Novorossiysk, Ust-Luga

Kyiv Accuses Moscow of Deploying North Korean Ballistic Missiles in Ukraine Strikes

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Tatarstan Region, Russia Reports 13 Casualties

Business

Thirteen UK Water Companies Granted Ofwat Approval to Increase Customer Bills

Labour's Zero-Hours Contract Reforms May Cost UK Businesses £2.9 Billion Annually

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Second Quarter, Driven by June Heatwave and World Cup Spending

Twitch Uses Streamers' Content for AI Model Training, User Opt-Out Offered

Politics

Derby Resident Gail Roberts Loses Home for A38 Road Scheme Shelved After £250 Million Expenditure

MPs Urge Public Fireworks Ban After UK Wildfires Strain Emergency Services

Clacton By-Election Sees Record 34 Candidates Competing for Parliamentary Seat

Japan Objects to Vladimir Putin's First Kuril Islands Visit