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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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Walmart Reports Slowest Growth in Six Years as US Consumers Cut Spending

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle UK Visit Reopens Taxpayer-Funded Security Debate

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Plan September UK Visit Amid Security and Royal Duty Questions

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Duke and Duchess of Sussex Security Costs Remain Private Concern After Royal Departure

UK·

GCSE English and Maths Resits: Schools Condemn 'Relentless Cycle' as Pass Rates Remain Low

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Former Harrogate Mayor Pat Marsh Deemed Unfit for Trial Over Alleged Bigoted Tweets

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Togo Detains French Journalists Gaël Mocaër, Sebastian Perez Pezzani Over Document Irregularities

Togolese authorities have charged two French journalists, Gaël Mocaër and Sebastian Perez Pezzani, with using incorrect documents. The pair, detained since 7 May, were reportedly in the country to photograph a pineapple farm.

Thirteen Workers Die in Colombian Gold Mine Landslide, Indigenous Family Among Casualties

Leicestershire Couple Ketan and Sheetal Swali Die in Gwynedd Plane Crash

Indian Gen Z Consumers Fuel Major Beauty Market Expansion to $28 Billion

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Bernard Matthews to Cease Production at Derby Plant, 200 Jobs Affected

Bernard Matthews Foods confirms the closure of its Shaftesbury Street factory in Derby by late 2026, leading to the loss of approximately 200 positions. The company cites significant investment requirements as the primary reason for the decision.

Nathan Cofnas Suspended by Cambridge Over Jason Arday Plagiarism Allegations

Reform UK Scotland Leader Malcolm Offord Underwent Prostate Cancer Surgery

Reform UK Suspends Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Over Racist Social Media Post

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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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Russian Missile Barrage Kills Eight in Kyiv Residential Areas and Warehouses

Russian forces launched a 'massive attack' on Kyiv and the surrounding region, resulting in at least eight fatalities. Apartment blocks and industrial warehouses were hit, causing widespread destruction.

Russia Accuses UK of Ukraine War Escalation Over Drone Supply

Croatian Authorities Detain Ukrainian National in Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Investigation

Russia Warns United Kingdom of Military Retaliation Over Ukraine Involvement

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Reform UK Proposes Apprenticeship Tax Rebates, Slams 'University Scam'

Reform UK has unveiled proposals for a tax rebate scheme aimed at incentivising businesses to employ apprentices. The party also criticised the value proposition of university education, branding it a 'great scam' for students.

Competition Regulator Approves Danone Acquisition of Huel for €1 Billion

UK Businesses Face 1,500% Price Hike for Harvest Invoicing Software

Greens Propose Windfall Tax on Bank Profits Exceeding £800 Million for Small Business Relief

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Former Zambian Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya Dies in Police Security Operation

Mutotwe Kafwaya, Zambia's former transport and communications minister, was confirmed dead following a police security operation. His death came after significant public demands for information on his whereabouts.

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

Walmart Reports Slowest Growth in Six Years as US Consumers Cut Spending

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle UK Visit Reopens Taxpayer-Funded Security Debate

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Plan September UK Visit Amid Security and Royal Duty Questions

Duke and Duchess of Sussex Security Costs Remain Private Concern After Royal Departure

GCSE English and Maths Resits: Schools Condemn 'Relentless Cycle' as Pass Rates Remain Low

Former Harrogate Mayor Pat Marsh Deemed Unfit for Trial Over Alleged Bigoted Tweets

World

Togo Detains French Journalists Gaël Mocaër, Sebastian Perez Pezzani Over Document Irregularities

Thirteen Workers Die in Colombian Gold Mine Landslide, Indigenous Family Among Casualties

Leicestershire Couple Ketan and Sheetal Swali Die in Gwynedd Plane Crash

Indian Gen Z Consumers Fuel Major Beauty Market Expansion to $28 Billion

UK

Bernard Matthews to Cease Production at Derby Plant, 200 Jobs Affected

Nathan Cofnas Suspended by Cambridge Over Jason Arday Plagiarism Allegations

Reform UK Scotland Leader Malcolm Offord Underwent Prostate Cancer Surgery

Reform UK Suspends Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Over Racist Social Media Post

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

Russian Missile Barrage Kills Eight in Kyiv Residential Areas and Warehouses

Russia Accuses UK of Ukraine War Escalation Over Drone Supply

Croatian Authorities Detain Ukrainian National in Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Investigation

Russia Warns United Kingdom of Military Retaliation Over Ukraine Involvement

Business

Reform UK Proposes Apprenticeship Tax Rebates, Slams 'University Scam'

Competition Regulator Approves Danone Acquisition of Huel for €1 Billion

UK Businesses Face 1,500% Price Hike for Harvest Invoicing Software

Greens Propose Windfall Tax on Bank Profits Exceeding £800 Million for Small Business Relief

Politics

Former Zambian Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya Dies in Police Security Operation

Duke and Duchess of Sussex Relocate to UK, Children Enrolled in September School

John Swinney Defends Scottish Government's £45,000 Business-Class Flights to Qatar World Cup

Environment Secretary Burnham Allocates £10 Million for Three Major Illegal Waste Dump Clear-Ups

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

Walmart Reports Slowest Growth in Six Years as US Consumers Cut Spending

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle UK Visit Reopens Taxpayer-Funded Security Debate

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Plan September UK Visit Amid Security and Royal Duty Questions

Duke and Duchess of Sussex Security Costs Remain Private Concern After Royal Departure

GCSE English and Maths Resits: Schools Condemn 'Relentless Cycle' as Pass Rates Remain Low

Former Harrogate Mayor Pat Marsh Deemed Unfit for Trial Over Alleged Bigoted Tweets

World

Togo Detains French Journalists Gaël Mocaër, Sebastian Perez Pezzani Over Document Irregularities

Thirteen Workers Die in Colombian Gold Mine Landslide, Indigenous Family Among Casualties

Leicestershire Couple Ketan and Sheetal Swali Die in Gwynedd Plane Crash

Indian Gen Z Consumers Fuel Major Beauty Market Expansion to $28 Billion

UK

Bernard Matthews to Cease Production at Derby Plant, 200 Jobs Affected

Nathan Cofnas Suspended by Cambridge Over Jason Arday Plagiarism Allegations

Reform UK Scotland Leader Malcolm Offord Underwent Prostate Cancer Surgery

Reform UK Suspends Sunderland Councillor Glenn Gibbins Over Racist Social Media Post

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

Russian Missile Barrage Kills Eight in Kyiv Residential Areas and Warehouses

Russia Accuses UK of Ukraine War Escalation Over Drone Supply

Croatian Authorities Detain Ukrainian National in Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Investigation

Russia Warns United Kingdom of Military Retaliation Over Ukraine Involvement

Business

Reform UK Proposes Apprenticeship Tax Rebates, Slams 'University Scam'

Competition Regulator Approves Danone Acquisition of Huel for €1 Billion

UK Businesses Face 1,500% Price Hike for Harvest Invoicing Software

Greens Propose Windfall Tax on Bank Profits Exceeding £800 Million for Small Business Relief

Politics

Former Zambian Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya Dies in Police Security Operation

Duke and Duchess of Sussex Relocate to UK, Children Enrolled in September School

John Swinney Defends Scottish Government's £45,000 Business-Class Flights to Qatar World Cup

Environment Secretary Burnham Allocates £10 Million for Three Major Illegal Waste Dump Clear-Ups