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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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Treasury Committee Urges HMRC to Scrutinise Manchester City Tax Implications

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Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

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Thames Water Apologises for £145,000 Billing Error to West London Family

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Gareth Ritter, 'Educating Cardiff' Teacher, Admits Sexually Assaulting 17-Year-Old Girl

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UK Engages EU Partners to Release Strategic Fuel Reserves Amid US Export Threat

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UK-Iranian National Arrested in Westminster Over RAF Fairford Incident

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Algeria Enacts Death Penalty for Arson, Over 200 Fatalities in Summer Wildfires

Algeria has introduced the death penalty for individuals convicted of arson, a direct response to a summer of devastating wildfires that claimed more than 200 lives across the country's north-east.

Renee Good Family Sues Trump Officials Over ICE Agent's Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

Tennessee Pauses Executions Following Christa Pike's Two Failed Lethal Injection Attempts

Christa Pike Hospitalised After Surviving Two Lethal Injection Attempts in Tennessee

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Hundreds of Jobs Threatened at Grangemouth Chemical Plant as Syngenta Cites Overseas Competition

Agrochemical giant Syngenta has announced a significant restructuring at its Grangemouth facility, placing up to 200 jobs at risk. The company attributes the decision to a loss of competitiveness driven by rising global competition.

Andy Burnham's Manchester City Sale Comments Condemned by Conservative MPs

Prince William Calls for 'Holistic' Flood Defence Strategy in Skenfrith, Monmouthshire

Sisters Georgia and Alex Scholes Confront Upskirting Perpetrators in Manchester Nightclub

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business

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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Vladimir Putin Reaffirms Ukraine Campaign, Signals Prolonged Conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin has underscored Russia's commitment to its military operation in Ukraine, dismissing negotiations and signalling a sustained confrontation. His recent pronouncements indicate a clear rejection of immediate de-escalation, focusing instead on consolidating territorial gains and asserting Russian strategic objectives.

Russian Missile Barrage Targets Ukraine Energy Grid, Six Dead, Dozens Injured

Kirkcudbright Academy Former Pupil Arkadii Petrov Killed Fighting in Ukraine

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

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Angela Rayner Pledges Leasehold Reform, Targets 'Cowboy' Property Agents

Labour's Shadow Housing Secretary, Angela Rayner, has announced plans to tackle abuses within the leasehold property market, promising robust protections for homeowners from unscrupulous agents and prohibitive fees. The proposals, detailed during her party's conference, aim to overhaul a system criticised for its inherent injustices.

Women DIY Enthusiasts Challenge Male-Dominated Domain, Cite Scepticism as Motivation

Shetland Wool Week Attracts International Knitters to Island's Annual Festival

Trump's 'Super Intelligence' Proposal Triggers Surge in Slovenian Website Domain Registrations

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French Schools Ablaze as Student Protests Against Education Reforms Escalate

Fires have been reported at multiple French schools amidst nationwide student protests over new education reforms. The French government convened a crisis meeting as demonstrations intensified, with some turning violent.

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

Treasury Committee Urges HMRC to Scrutinise Manchester City Tax Implications

Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

Thames Water Apologises for £145,000 Billing Error to West London Family

Gareth Ritter, 'Educating Cardiff' Teacher, Admits Sexually Assaulting 17-Year-Old Girl

UK Engages EU Partners to Release Strategic Fuel Reserves Amid US Export Threat

UK-Iranian National Arrested in Westminster Over RAF Fairford Incident

World

Algeria Enacts Death Penalty for Arson, Over 200 Fatalities in Summer Wildfires

Renee Good Family Sues Trump Officials Over ICE Agent's Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

Tennessee Pauses Executions Following Christa Pike's Two Failed Lethal Injection Attempts

Christa Pike Hospitalised After Surviving Two Lethal Injection Attempts in Tennessee

UK

Hundreds of Jobs Threatened at Grangemouth Chemical Plant as Syngenta Cites Overseas Competition

Andy Burnham's Manchester City Sale Comments Condemned by Conservative MPs

Prince William Calls for 'Holistic' Flood Defence Strategy in Skenfrith, Monmouthshire

Sisters Georgia and Alex Scholes Confront Upskirting Perpetrators in Manchester Nightclub

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

Vladimir Putin Reaffirms Ukraine Campaign, Signals Prolonged Conflict

Russian Missile Barrage Targets Ukraine Energy Grid, Six Dead, Dozens Injured

Kirkcudbright Academy Former Pupil Arkadii Petrov Killed Fighting in Ukraine

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

Business

Angela Rayner Pledges Leasehold Reform, Targets 'Cowboy' Property Agents

Women DIY Enthusiasts Challenge Male-Dominated Domain, Cite Scepticism as Motivation

Shetland Wool Week Attracts International Knitters to Island's Annual Festival

Trump's 'Super Intelligence' Proposal Triggers Surge in Slovenian Website Domain Registrations

Politics

French Schools Ablaze as Student Protests Against Education Reforms Escalate

Liberal Democrat MPs Challenge Ed Davey on Future of Pension Triple Lock

Hundreds of Prisoners Begin Early Release Under Ministry of Justice Scheme

Garry Kasparov Alleges US Warning Over Personal Danger from Putin Regime

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

Treasury Committee Urges HMRC to Scrutinise Manchester City Tax Implications

Putin Threatens 'Every Weapon' for Kaliningrad Defence, Citing Western Provocations

Thames Water Apologises for £145,000 Billing Error to West London Family

Gareth Ritter, 'Educating Cardiff' Teacher, Admits Sexually Assaulting 17-Year-Old Girl

UK Engages EU Partners to Release Strategic Fuel Reserves Amid US Export Threat

UK-Iranian National Arrested in Westminster Over RAF Fairford Incident

World

Algeria Enacts Death Penalty for Arson, Over 200 Fatalities in Summer Wildfires

Renee Good Family Sues Trump Officials Over ICE Agent's Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

Tennessee Pauses Executions Following Christa Pike's Two Failed Lethal Injection Attempts

Christa Pike Hospitalised After Surviving Two Lethal Injection Attempts in Tennessee

UK

Hundreds of Jobs Threatened at Grangemouth Chemical Plant as Syngenta Cites Overseas Competition

Andy Burnham's Manchester City Sale Comments Condemned by Conservative MPs

Prince William Calls for 'Holistic' Flood Defence Strategy in Skenfrith, Monmouthshire

Sisters Georgia and Alex Scholes Confront Upskirting Perpetrators in Manchester Nightclub

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

Vladimir Putin Reaffirms Ukraine Campaign, Signals Prolonged Conflict

Russian Missile Barrage Targets Ukraine Energy Grid, Six Dead, Dozens Injured

Kirkcudbright Academy Former Pupil Arkadii Petrov Killed Fighting in Ukraine

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

Business

Angela Rayner Pledges Leasehold Reform, Targets 'Cowboy' Property Agents

Women DIY Enthusiasts Challenge Male-Dominated Domain, Cite Scepticism as Motivation

Shetland Wool Week Attracts International Knitters to Island's Annual Festival

Trump's 'Super Intelligence' Proposal Triggers Surge in Slovenian Website Domain Registrations

Politics

French Schools Ablaze as Student Protests Against Education Reforms Escalate

Liberal Democrat MPs Challenge Ed Davey on Future of Pension Triple Lock

Hundreds of Prisoners Begin Early Release Under Ministry of Justice Scheme

Garry Kasparov Alleges US Warning Over Personal Danger from Putin Regime