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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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Welsh National Social Care Service Faces Significant Delays Beyond Next Senedd Election

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Nigel Farage Held Political Return Talks Months Before General Election

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Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Resigns Amidst Plagiarism Allegations, Concluding Tenure

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Kyiv Missile Attack Kills Ten, Ukraine Cites Critical Air Defence Interceptor Shortage

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Elderly Woman Fed Dog Food by Carer, Council Contractor Admits "Abysmal Failures"

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Trump Administration Repays $100 Billion in Tariff Funds to US Companies

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SpaceX Rocket Body Impacts Moon, Creates Unexpected Lunar Craters for Scientists

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket body, launched in 2015, unexpectedly impacted the Moon's far side, creating two distinct craters. Scientists view this accidental collision as a unique research opportunity, offering valuable insights into lunar geology and impact mechanics that could inform future space missions.

Pretoria Introduces New Controls on Former Leaders' Overseas Engagements After Zuma's India Trip

Colombia Enacts Bill Criminalising Female Genital Mutilation After Grandmother Subjects Baby to Practice

Nigerian President Tinubu Approves 80% Pay Rise for Junior Military Personnel

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Cross-Party Parliamentarians Demand Urgent Review of Student Loan Repayment System

Over 120 MPs and peers have formally requested Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt initiate an immediate reassessment of student loan repayment rates, citing their 'unsustainable burden' on graduates.

Somerset Conservative Candidate Joshua Bonehill-Paine Withdraws Following Backlash Over Neo-Nazi Past

Gary Glitter, Paul Gadd, Faces New Historical Sex Offence Charges in Westminster Court

Kent Men Jailed for Robbing Shop, Falsely Claiming Liverpool Affiliation

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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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Explosive Drone Discovered Near Ukrainian Aircraft at Hamburg Airport Cargo Facility

German police reported the discovery of a drone carrying explosives within the cargo area of Hamburg Airport, positioned near a Ukrainian aircraft. Separately, another suspected object reportedly collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air.

Russian Ballistic Missile Attack Kills One in Kyiv, Damages Residential Buildings

Russian Drone Pursues Ukrainian Civilian Street Vendor in ‘Human Safari’ Attack

Russian Soldier Detained After Killing Four in Crimea Shooting Spree

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UK Government Mandates Job Creation Criteria for Public Contract Awards

New procurement rules will compel government bodies to prioritise bidders demonstrating tangible commitments to tackling youth unemployment, shifting focus beyond immediate cost savings.

UK Vegetable Shortages and Price Rises Loom After Record Dry Spring

Advertising Watchdog Bans Jaded London Email Advertisement for 'Glamorising Smoking'

SpaceX Reports Increased Revenue, Substantial Spending in Inaugural Earnings Disclosure

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Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig Secures New Powers, Promises Significant Local Impact

Bev Craig, Greater Manchester's new mayor, has outlined the implications of expanded mayoral authority, stating these new powers will 'change lives' across the region. Her election follows a decisive by-election victory.

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

Welsh National Social Care Service Faces Significant Delays Beyond Next Senedd Election

Nigel Farage Held Political Return Talks Months Before General Election

Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Resigns Amidst Plagiarism Allegations, Concluding Tenure

Kyiv Missile Attack Kills Ten, Ukraine Cites Critical Air Defence Interceptor Shortage

Elderly Woman Fed Dog Food by Carer, Council Contractor Admits "Abysmal Failures"

Trump Administration Repays $100 Billion in Tariff Funds to US Companies

World

SpaceX Rocket Body Impacts Moon, Creates Unexpected Lunar Craters for Scientists

Pretoria Introduces New Controls on Former Leaders' Overseas Engagements After Zuma's India Trip

Colombia Enacts Bill Criminalising Female Genital Mutilation After Grandmother Subjects Baby to Practice

Nigerian President Tinubu Approves 80% Pay Rise for Junior Military Personnel

UK

Cross-Party Parliamentarians Demand Urgent Review of Student Loan Repayment System

Somerset Conservative Candidate Joshua Bonehill-Paine Withdraws Following Backlash Over Neo-Nazi Past

Gary Glitter, Paul Gadd, Faces New Historical Sex Offence Charges in Westminster Court

Kent Men Jailed for Robbing Shop, Falsely Claiming Liverpool Affiliation

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

Explosive Drone Discovered Near Ukrainian Aircraft at Hamburg Airport Cargo Facility

Russian Ballistic Missile Attack Kills One in Kyiv, Damages Residential Buildings

Russian Drone Pursues Ukrainian Civilian Street Vendor in ‘Human Safari’ Attack

Russian Soldier Detained After Killing Four in Crimea Shooting Spree

Business

UK Government Mandates Job Creation Criteria for Public Contract Awards

UK Vegetable Shortages and Price Rises Loom After Record Dry Spring

Advertising Watchdog Bans Jaded London Email Advertisement for 'Glamorising Smoking'

SpaceX Reports Increased Revenue, Substantial Spending in Inaugural Earnings Disclosure

Politics

Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig Secures New Powers, Promises Significant Local Impact

Sgt Martyn Blake Avoids Misconduct Panel Over Chris Kaba Fatal Shooting

Green Party Co-Leader Condemns Government Inaction on UK Extreme Heatwave Preparedness

France Rejects Reform UK Proposal to Use Royal Navy for Migrant Returns

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

Welsh National Social Care Service Faces Significant Delays Beyond Next Senedd Election

Nigel Farage Held Political Return Talks Months Before General Election

Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Resigns Amidst Plagiarism Allegations, Concluding Tenure

Kyiv Missile Attack Kills Ten, Ukraine Cites Critical Air Defence Interceptor Shortage

Elderly Woman Fed Dog Food by Carer, Council Contractor Admits "Abysmal Failures"

Trump Administration Repays $100 Billion in Tariff Funds to US Companies

World

SpaceX Rocket Body Impacts Moon, Creates Unexpected Lunar Craters for Scientists

Pretoria Introduces New Controls on Former Leaders' Overseas Engagements After Zuma's India Trip

Colombia Enacts Bill Criminalising Female Genital Mutilation After Grandmother Subjects Baby to Practice

Nigerian President Tinubu Approves 80% Pay Rise for Junior Military Personnel

UK

Cross-Party Parliamentarians Demand Urgent Review of Student Loan Repayment System

Somerset Conservative Candidate Joshua Bonehill-Paine Withdraws Following Backlash Over Neo-Nazi Past

Gary Glitter, Paul Gadd, Faces New Historical Sex Offence Charges in Westminster Court

Kent Men Jailed for Robbing Shop, Falsely Claiming Liverpool Affiliation

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

Explosive Drone Discovered Near Ukrainian Aircraft at Hamburg Airport Cargo Facility

Russian Ballistic Missile Attack Kills One in Kyiv, Damages Residential Buildings

Russian Drone Pursues Ukrainian Civilian Street Vendor in ‘Human Safari’ Attack

Russian Soldier Detained After Killing Four in Crimea Shooting Spree

Business

UK Government Mandates Job Creation Criteria for Public Contract Awards

UK Vegetable Shortages and Price Rises Loom After Record Dry Spring

Advertising Watchdog Bans Jaded London Email Advertisement for 'Glamorising Smoking'

SpaceX Reports Increased Revenue, Substantial Spending in Inaugural Earnings Disclosure

Politics

Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig Secures New Powers, Promises Significant Local Impact

Sgt Martyn Blake Avoids Misconduct Panel Over Chris Kaba Fatal Shooting

Green Party Co-Leader Condemns Government Inaction on UK Extreme Heatwave Preparedness

France Rejects Reform UK Proposal to Use Royal Navy for Migrant Returns