Russian General Assassinated Amid Escalating Tensions in Ukraine; Trump Seeks Greenland Annexation; UK Economic Hardship Continues.
Russian General Assassinated Amid Escalating Tensions in Ukraine
Moscow blames Ukraine for the assassination of a top Russian military official, amid heightened attacks on the strategically important region of Odesa as Russia escalates its aggression against key Ukrainian targets.
- Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa — BBC News
- Russian general killed by car bomb and Moscow blames Ukraine — Sky News
- Timing of Russian general’s assassination appears significant — Sky News
- Why timing of Russian general’s assassination appears significant — Sky News
- Russian general assassinated – here’s why the timing appears significant — Sky News
Trump Envoy Seeks to Make Greenland a US Territory, Strains Relations with Denmark
A new envoy appointed by Donald Trump aims to incorporate Greenland into the United States, provoking tensions with neighboring Denmark over sovereignty disputes.
- New Trump envoy says he will serve to make Greenland part of US — BBC News
- New Uber backed driverless taxis to hit UK streets in 2026 — Sky News
- Trump names envoy to Greenland, sparking fresh row with Denmark — BBC News
- Trump’s new Greenland envoy intends to make territory ‘a part of the US’ — Sky News
Major incident declared over Shropshire canal sinkhole
A major incident has been declared following a significant sinkhole affecting a canal in Shropshire, leading to the draining of water and swallowing of narrowboats.
- Major incident declared over Shropshire canal sinkhole — BBC News
- Major incident declared over canal ‘sinkhole’ — BBC News
- Major incident declared as sinkhole affects canal — Sky News
- Major incident declared as sinkhole drains canal and swallows narrowboats — Sky News
Baby Followed by BBC Returns to Gaza Hospital After Overseas Treatment
The baby, previously treated overseas and covered by the BBC, has returned to a hospital in Gaza after her condition required follow-up care.
- Baby back in hospital in Gaza after returning from treatment overseas — BBC News
- Baby followed by BBC back in Gaza hospital after treatment abroad — BBC News
Gun attacks linked to ‘toxic world of drugs’
A series of gun attacks across Northern Ireland have been blamed on the region’s drug trade, according to an analysis by the BBC. The DUP MLA for East Belfast highlighted how violence in areas with high drug activity has surged since lockdown restrictions eased.
- Gun attacks linked to ‘toxic world of drugs’ — BBC News
- Gun attacks linked to ‘toxic world of drugs’ – DUP MLA — BBC News
Gold and Silver Reach New Highs as Investors Seek Safe Havens
Precious metals gold and silver hit record highs, with gold surpassing $4,400 per ounce. Investors flock to these assets amid economic uncertainty, seeking stability in times of market volatility.
- Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety — BBC News
- Gold price climbs above $4,400 to hit record high — BBC News
Britons Facing Economic Hardship: Living Standards Decline Continues
Sky News reports that Britons are poorer than in 2019 as living standards persistently fall, highlighting ongoing economic struggles.
‘A beautiful human being’: Stars gather for Mani’s funeral
Celebrity stars and fans, including Liam Gallagher, Paul Weller, and David Beckham, gathered to mourn the passing of Gary Mounfield (Mani), a former member of Oasis.
UK Economic Slowdown Confirmed by Official Figures
New official data confirms that the UK economy is slowing down, reflecting a downturn in economic activity.
Negotiations Resume for Resident Doctors as Strike Looms
Talks between resident doctors and hospital authorities continue amid growing tensions, with a strike seemingly imminent over pay disputes.
- Resident doctor pay talks to continue over Christmas as strike looms — BBC News
- Gray ‘aims to avoid resident doctors strike’ as negotiations continue — BBC News
Thailand and Cambodia to Initiate Ceasefire Talks Amid Deadly Conflict
Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers have agreed to hold talks aimed at ending a deadly conflict between the two nations, marking a significant diplomatic effort to resolve the ongoing violence.
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