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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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Sir Jeffrey Donaldson Convicted on 18 Child Sex Abuse Charges at Newry Crown Court

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Qatar Gas Explosion Kills 13 Indian and Pakistani Workers, Injures 66

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WhatsApp Appoints Indian Fintech Founder Kunal Shah as New Head

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UN Report Documents Over 700 Civilian Deaths in Myanmar Military Actions During Six-Month Election Period

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Second Reform UK Councillor Departs Wakefield Council, Weakening Party Control

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Two Men Admit Guilt in £39 Million Transport for London Cyber Attack Case

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Former US Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan Dies Aged 100

Alan Greenspan, the long-serving chair of the US Federal Reserve, has died at 100 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. His near two-decade tenure oversaw significant economic growth but also drew criticism for policies that allegedly contributed to later financial crises.

Guinea Halts Raw Gold Exports, Mandates Domestic Processing to Boost Economy

Three-Year-Old Boy Stable After Crocodile Attack at Johnsons of Old Hurst Enclosure

Ugandan Authorities Block Former Kenyan Justice Minister Martha Karua at Entebbe Airport

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Anas Sarwar Praises Keir Starmer Legacy Despite Calling For Resignation

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has commended Keir Starmer's contributions, particularly ending Tory rule and poverty reduction, even after previously urging his resignation. This comes as former cabinet minister Andy Burnham emerges as a leading contender to succeed Starmer, whose premiership has faced criticism for policy "missteps."

UK Prime Ministers Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss, Sunak Resignations Mark Decade of Instability

Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth Demands New Westminster Relationship After Starmer Resigns

Keir Starmer Leaves Downing Street, Two Years After Assuming Prime Ministership

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Strait of Hormuz: Three Obstacles Delay Oil and Gas Passage Despite US-Iran Deal

Despite President Trump's announcement of an 'opening' for the Strait of Hormuz, ship-tracking data reveals only a handful of vessels have transited the waterway since the US-Iran deal. Hundreds of ships remain stalled in the Gulf, facing significant unresolved issues of security, potential minefields, and proposed tolls.

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

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Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Russian troops have entered the strategic Ukrainian city of Kostyantynivka, creating a "grey zone" and advancing on multiple fronts. Ukrainian military sources acknowledge a serious situation, with Russian forces aiming to encircle the city and subsequently target Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, crucial for Moscow's objective of seizing the Donbas.

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

Polish President Karol Nawrocki Strips Volodymyr Zelensky of Top Honour Over UPA Unit Name

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South East Water Appoints Former Thames Water Executive John Halsall as New Chief

South East Water, a utility facing significant criticism and a proposed £22 million fine, has named John Halsall as its chief executive designate. Halsall, previously with Thames Water and Network Rail, replaces David Hinton, who resigned after public backlash over persistent supply failures affecting thousands.

Government Unveils Heathrow Third Runway Blueprint, Citing "Critical National Growth"

Japan Raises Visa Fees Five-Fold, First Increase Since 1978

UK Job Vacancies Hit Five-Year Low of 707,000 as Businesses Reduce Recruitment

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Sir Keir Starmer Resigns After Two Years: Labour Faces Leadership Contest

Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister, less than two years after a general election victory, following a period of declining public approval and significant losses for Labour in recent local elections. His departure triggers a new Labour leadership contest.

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

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson Convicted on 18 Child Sex Abuse Charges at Newry Crown Court

Qatar Gas Explosion Kills 13 Indian and Pakistani Workers, Injures 66

WhatsApp Appoints Indian Fintech Founder Kunal Shah as New Head

UN Report Documents Over 700 Civilian Deaths in Myanmar Military Actions During Six-Month Election Period

Second Reform UK Councillor Departs Wakefield Council, Weakening Party Control

Two Men Admit Guilt in £39 Million Transport for London Cyber Attack Case

World

Former US Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan Dies Aged 100

Guinea Halts Raw Gold Exports, Mandates Domestic Processing to Boost Economy

Three-Year-Old Boy Stable After Crocodile Attack at Johnsons of Old Hurst Enclosure

Ugandan Authorities Block Former Kenyan Justice Minister Martha Karua at Entebbe Airport

UK

Anas Sarwar Praises Keir Starmer Legacy Despite Calling For Resignation

UK Prime Ministers Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss, Sunak Resignations Mark Decade of Instability

Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth Demands New Westminster Relationship After Starmer Resigns

Keir Starmer Leaves Downing Street, Two Years After Assuming Prime Ministership

Middle East

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

Ukraine War

Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

Polish President Karol Nawrocki Strips Volodymyr Zelensky of Top Honour Over UPA Unit Name

Business

South East Water Appoints Former Thames Water Executive John Halsall as New Chief

Government Unveils Heathrow Third Runway Blueprint, Citing "Critical National Growth"

Japan Raises Visa Fees Five-Fold, First Increase Since 1978

UK Job Vacancies Hit Five-Year Low of 707,000 as Businesses Reduce Recruitment

Politics

Sir Keir Starmer Resigns After Two Years: Labour Faces Leadership Contest

Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister, Labour Leadership Contest Opens July 9

Andy Burnham Secures Makerfield By-election Victory, Signalling Labour Leadership Ambition

Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister, Labour Leadership Contest Opens July 9

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

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson Convicted on 18 Child Sex Abuse Charges at Newry Crown Court

Qatar Gas Explosion Kills 13 Indian and Pakistani Workers, Injures 66

WhatsApp Appoints Indian Fintech Founder Kunal Shah as New Head

UN Report Documents Over 700 Civilian Deaths in Myanmar Military Actions During Six-Month Election Period

Second Reform UK Councillor Departs Wakefield Council, Weakening Party Control

Two Men Admit Guilt in £39 Million Transport for London Cyber Attack Case

World

Former US Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan Dies Aged 100

Guinea Halts Raw Gold Exports, Mandates Domestic Processing to Boost Economy

Three-Year-Old Boy Stable After Crocodile Attack at Johnsons of Old Hurst Enclosure

Ugandan Authorities Block Former Kenyan Justice Minister Martha Karua at Entebbe Airport

UK

Anas Sarwar Praises Keir Starmer Legacy Despite Calling For Resignation

UK Prime Ministers Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss, Sunak Resignations Mark Decade of Instability

Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth Demands New Westminster Relationship After Starmer Resigns

Keir Starmer Leaves Downing Street, Two Years After Assuming Prime Ministership

Middle East

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

UK Motorists Anticipate Cheaper Petrol as US-Iran Deal Reopens Strait of Hormuz

Ukraine War

Russian Forces Infiltrate Kostyantynivka, Threatening Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Strongholds

Crimea Halts Public Fuel Sales as Ukraine Targets Kerch Oil Depot

Ukraine President Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honour After UPA Unit Renaming

Polish President Karol Nawrocki Strips Volodymyr Zelensky of Top Honour Over UPA Unit Name

Business

South East Water Appoints Former Thames Water Executive John Halsall as New Chief

Government Unveils Heathrow Third Runway Blueprint, Citing "Critical National Growth"

Japan Raises Visa Fees Five-Fold, First Increase Since 1978

UK Job Vacancies Hit Five-Year Low of 707,000 as Businesses Reduce Recruitment

Politics

Sir Keir Starmer Resigns After Two Years: Labour Faces Leadership Contest

Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister, Labour Leadership Contest Opens July 9

Andy Burnham Secures Makerfield By-election Victory, Signalling Labour Leadership Ambition

Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister, Labour Leadership Contest Opens July 9