Hong Kong Tower Fire Leaves at Least 65 Dead; Labour Manifesto Costs Workers Millions; US Invites South Africa and Iran to G20
At least 65 Dead and Hundreds Missing After Fire Engulfs Hong Kong Tower Blocks
A devastating fire at tower blocks in Hong Kong has resulted in over 60 deaths and hundreds of people still missing, with police making arrests. The extent of the tragedy underscores the urgent need for emergency response and rescue efforts.
- At least 65 dead and hundreds missing after fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks — BBC News
- At least 55 dead and hundreds missing after fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks — BBC News
- At least 55 dead and hundreds missing as police make arrests over Hong Kong fire — Sky News
- At least 65 dead and hundreds missing as police make arrests over Hong Kong fire — Sky News
Labour Manifesto Pledge Costs Millions of Workers, Influential Thinktank Finds
Sky News reports that a prominent thinktank asserts Labour’s pledge to adhere to its manifesto has resulted in record-breaking tax increases for millions of workers.
- Starmer insists Labour ‘kept to our manifesto’ despite record-breaking tax rises — Sky News
- ‘Sticking to Labour manifesto pledge costs millions of workers’ – influential thinktank — Sky News
South Africa and Iran: US G20 Invite and UK Government Response
South Africa criticizes the US for not inviting it to next year’s G20, while the son of a British couple detained in Iran lambasts the UK government for its inadequate support.
- South Africa hits back after Trump says US won’t invite it for G20 next year — BBC News
- Son of British couple detained in Iran criticises UK government — Sky News
‘This is no life’: Security and long-held views shattered in south Lebanon amid Israeli strikes
The BBC reports that security concerns have been upended in south Lebanon as a result of Israeli airstrikes, highlighting the fragility of longstanding power dynamics.
- ‘This is no life’: Security and long-held views shattered in south Lebanon amid Israeli strikes — BBC News
- ‘They’re not spies’: Son of British couple detained in Iran demands more help from government — Sky News
Man arrested at Manchester airport over attack on Heaton Park synagogue
A man has been arrested at Manchester Airport in connection with an incident involving the attack on a synagogue near Heaton Park.
- Man arrested at Manchester airport over attack on Heaton Park synagogue — Sky News
- Man who threw boy from 10th floor of Tate Modern guilty of attacking Broadmoor nurses — Sky News
Venezuela Bans Six Major Airlines Amid Escalating Tensions with US
Following heightened tensions between Venezuela and the United States, six major airlines have been banned by Venezuelan authorities. The decision comes as diplomatic relations deteriorate further.
- Venezuela bans six major airlines after tensions with US escalate — BBC News
- Venezuela bans six major airlines as tensions escalate — BBC News
HSBC Chair Candidates to Pitch to Lender’s Board Next Week
The board of HSBC is set to hear pitches from potential chair candidates next week. The selection process for the new chairman will be presented, likely involving strategic discussions and evaluations.
Paul Doyle: The ‘Nice’ Neighbour Who Deliberately Ran Over Liverpool Parade
In a shocking incident during a Liverpool parade, Paul Doyle drove his vehicle into the crowd deliberately, causing severe injuries. Despite being described as a ‘nice neighbour’, Doyle carried out this calculated violence, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
- Paul Doyle: The ‘nice’ neighbour who carried out ‘calculated violence’ at Liverpool parade — BBC News
- Paul Doyle: The ‘nice neighbour’ who deliberately drove into Liverpool crowd — BBC News
Police to Review Case of Murder Victim Found in Forest
A police review aims to identify the body found dumped in a forest and solve the mystery surrounding its murder.
- Mystery of body dumped in forest may finally be solved in police review — BBC News
- Review hopes to finally ID murder victim dumped in forest — BBC News
Prince William’s Kids Discover Classic British Sitcom Fawlty Towers
Prince William tells John Cleese that his children have recently discovered and grown to love the classic British sitcom Fawlty Towers.
- Prince William reveals his kids have just discovered classic British sitcom – and ‘love it’ — Sky News
Car Nearly Hits First Responders in Midwest Blizzard
A vehicle nearly collides with first responders during severe blizzard conditions in the Midwest, highlighting the dangerous driving situations faced by emergency personnel.
- Watch: Car nearly hits first responders in Midwest blizzard conditions — BBC News
- Watch: How the shooting of two National Guard members unfolded — BBC News
Reeves Faces Further Questions Over Budget After Being Accused of Broken Promises
Sky News reports that Reeves is set to face additional scrutiny regarding his budget commitments, following allegations of broken promises made during the budget announcement.
Zambia’s ‘Fix-it’ President Faces Stone-Throwing Anger
President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia faces growing public discontent as stone-throwing protests disrupt his efforts to improve the nation. Despite promising reforms, rising frustration among citizens has led to frequent displays of anger against the government’s inability to deliver on key infrastructure and economic issues.
- Stone-throwing anger unnerves Zambia’s ‘fix-it’ president — BBC News
- Stone-hurling anger unnerves Zambia’s ‘fix-it’ president — BBC News
Georgia Pro-EU Protesters Remain Defiant in Year After Accession Process Halted
Despite the halt of Georgia’s EU accession process, pro-EU protesters continue their resistance, vowing to stand against any attempts to suppress their demonstrations. The nation remains united in its commitment to European integration.
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