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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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Soho House Shoreditch Site Faces Food Safety Investigation After Former Chef's Complaint

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Police Find Petrol, No Explosives in Vehicles Near RAF Fairford Base

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Lindsay Clancy Murder Case: Defence Seeks Dismissal of Charges for Child Deaths

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Trump Rejects Joint US-China AI Venture, Citing Innovation Concerns

Former US President Donald Trump has dismissed proposals for a collaborative US-China initiative on artificial intelligence, arguing such cooperation would impede technological advancement.

Dutch Police Arrest Man in Connection With Cyberattack Group Claiming FBI Hack

Estonia Accuses Russia of Defence Factory Arson in Europe, Targets Ukraine Suppliers

US Journalist Evan Gershkovich Recounts 'Trap' Leading to 16 Months in Russian Detention

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Three Teenagers Drown After Car Enters River in Pembrokeshire Incident

Three teenagers have died after their car veered into a river in Pembrokeshire. The bodies of two boys and one girl were recovered by emergency services following the incident. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.

Prime Minister Burnham Confirms Pension Triple Lock End by 2030 to Fund Social Care Reforms

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Outlines Free Social Care, Electoral Reform, Trade Union Policy

Manchester City Found Guilty: Sham Contracts and Misleading Accounts Between 2009 and 2018

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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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South Korea Rebukes Ukraine for Revealing North Korean Prisoner-of-War Transfer

Seoul summoned Ukraine's ambassador after President Zelensky disclosed that two captured North Koreans had been transferred to South Korean custody, a move Seoul asserts was intended to remain confidential.

Russia Widens Ukraine Attacks to Data Centres, Disrupting Civilian Connectivity

Poland Investigates Starlink Station Blaze as Possible Sabotage Amid Russian Hybrid Warfare Concerns

Oleshky Residents Consume Weeds as Russian Occupation Blocks Food, Water Access

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Oura Withdraws $15 Billion Stock Market Listing Days After Initial Announcement

Wearable technology firm Oura has rescinded its plans for a $15 billion stock market listing in the United States, merely days after the proposed flotation was made public. The sudden withdrawal has prompted scrutiny regarding the firm's market strategy and investor confidence.

Prime Minister Burnham Gambles on Scrapping Pensions Triple Lock for Social Care Funding

UK Diesel Prices Reach Record 198.32p Per Litre as Russian Oil Sanctions Bite

Labour Vows Property Watchdog to Combat Exploitative Leasehold Agents

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RAF Fairford Incident: US Secretary of State Rubio Demands Full Account of Security Breach

Following an incident at RAF Fairford, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for a comprehensive investigation and full disclosure regarding the security breach involving a potential foreign actor. The base, a critical hub for US military operations in Europe, was reportedly compromised last week, prompting high-level diplomatic engagement.

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

OpenAI Rebrands AI Agents as 'Dots' Amid Delayed Model Release

Prime Minister Burnham Links Personal Loss to Social Care Reform Agenda

State Pension Triple Lock End by 2030 Expected to Fund Social Care Reforms

Soho House Shoreditch Site Faces Food Safety Investigation After Former Chef's Complaint

Police Find Petrol, No Explosives in Vehicles Near RAF Fairford Base

Lindsay Clancy Murder Case: Defence Seeks Dismissal of Charges for Child Deaths

World

Trump Rejects Joint US-China AI Venture, Citing Innovation Concerns

Dutch Police Arrest Man in Connection With Cyberattack Group Claiming FBI Hack

Estonia Accuses Russia of Defence Factory Arson in Europe, Targets Ukraine Suppliers

US Journalist Evan Gershkovich Recounts 'Trap' Leading to 16 Months in Russian Detention

UK

Three Teenagers Drown After Car Enters River in Pembrokeshire Incident

Prime Minister Burnham Confirms Pension Triple Lock End by 2030 to Fund Social Care Reforms

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Outlines Free Social Care, Electoral Reform, Trade Union Policy

Manchester City Found Guilty: Sham Contracts and Misleading Accounts Between 2009 and 2018

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

South Korea Rebukes Ukraine for Revealing North Korean Prisoner-of-War Transfer

Russia Widens Ukraine Attacks to Data Centres, Disrupting Civilian Connectivity

Poland Investigates Starlink Station Blaze as Possible Sabotage Amid Russian Hybrid Warfare Concerns

Oleshky Residents Consume Weeds as Russian Occupation Blocks Food, Water Access

Business

Oura Withdraws $15 Billion Stock Market Listing Days After Initial Announcement

Prime Minister Burnham Gambles on Scrapping Pensions Triple Lock for Social Care Funding

UK Diesel Prices Reach Record 198.32p Per Litre as Russian Oil Sanctions Bite

Labour Vows Property Watchdog to Combat Exploitative Leasehold Agents

Politics

RAF Fairford Incident: US Secretary of State Rubio Demands Full Account of Security Breach

Andy Burnham Proposes Free Social Care System, Union Condemns Pension Lock Scrapping

Prime Minister Burnham Vows Electoral System Overhaul for Next General Election

Jordan Bardella Alleges 'Total War' From Opponents Over Antisemitism Claims

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

OpenAI Rebrands AI Agents as 'Dots' Amid Delayed Model Release

Prime Minister Burnham Links Personal Loss to Social Care Reform Agenda

State Pension Triple Lock End by 2030 Expected to Fund Social Care Reforms

Soho House Shoreditch Site Faces Food Safety Investigation After Former Chef's Complaint

Police Find Petrol, No Explosives in Vehicles Near RAF Fairford Base

Lindsay Clancy Murder Case: Defence Seeks Dismissal of Charges for Child Deaths

World

Trump Rejects Joint US-China AI Venture, Citing Innovation Concerns

Dutch Police Arrest Man in Connection With Cyberattack Group Claiming FBI Hack

Estonia Accuses Russia of Defence Factory Arson in Europe, Targets Ukraine Suppliers

US Journalist Evan Gershkovich Recounts 'Trap' Leading to 16 Months in Russian Detention

UK

Three Teenagers Drown After Car Enters River in Pembrokeshire Incident

Prime Minister Burnham Confirms Pension Triple Lock End by 2030 to Fund Social Care Reforms

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Outlines Free Social Care, Electoral Reform, Trade Union Policy

Manchester City Found Guilty: Sham Contracts and Misleading Accounts Between 2009 and 2018

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

South Korea Rebukes Ukraine for Revealing North Korean Prisoner-of-War Transfer

Russia Widens Ukraine Attacks to Data Centres, Disrupting Civilian Connectivity

Poland Investigates Starlink Station Blaze as Possible Sabotage Amid Russian Hybrid Warfare Concerns

Oleshky Residents Consume Weeds as Russian Occupation Blocks Food, Water Access

Business

Oura Withdraws $15 Billion Stock Market Listing Days After Initial Announcement

Prime Minister Burnham Gambles on Scrapping Pensions Triple Lock for Social Care Funding

UK Diesel Prices Reach Record 198.32p Per Litre as Russian Oil Sanctions Bite

Labour Vows Property Watchdog to Combat Exploitative Leasehold Agents

Politics

RAF Fairford Incident: US Secretary of State Rubio Demands Full Account of Security Breach

Andy Burnham Proposes Free Social Care System, Union Condemns Pension Lock Scrapping

Prime Minister Burnham Vows Electoral System Overhaul for Next General Election

Jordan Bardella Alleges 'Total War' From Opponents Over Antisemitism Claims