UK considers response as Russia expels diplomat over spy claims; Astronauts evacuate space station due to serious medical condition
UK ‘considering’ response as Russia expels British diplomat over spy claims
The UK is reportedly considering its response after Russia expelled a British diplomat amid allegations of spying. The decision comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations.
- UK ‘considering’ response as Russia expels British diplomat over spy claims — BBC News
- UK ‘considering options’ as Russia expels British diplomat over spy claims — BBC News
- Russia expels British diplomat over allegations of spying — BBC News
Astronauts Evacuate Space Station Due to Serious Medical Condition
International Space Station astronauts begin evacuation after a crew member experiences a serious medical issue, requiring immediate attention and departure from the orbital outpost.
- Watch: Astronauts return to Earth after medical evacuation — BBC News
- Astronauts evacuate space station over ‘serious medical condition’ — Sky News
ICE agent shoots Minneapolis man in leg during alleged attack
An ICE agent shot a Minneapolis man in the leg after an alleged assault, according to officials.
- ICE agent shoots Minneapolis man in leg after alleged attack, officials say — BBC News
- ICE agent shoots Minneapolis man in leg after attack, officials say — BBC News
- ICE agent shoots Minneapolis man in the leg — BBC News
Ukraine Declares Energy Sector Emergency Amid Biting Cold
In response to ongoing severe cold and energy sector challenges, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared a state of emergency in the nation’s energy infrastructure. The move aims to ensure stability and adequate supply during extreme weather conditions.
- Zelensky declares emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector as biting cold persists — BBC News
- Zelensky declares energy emergency as biting cold persists — BBC News
- Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector — BBC News
X to block Grok AI from undressing images of real people
Following a backlash, both BBC News and Sky News report that X (formerly Twitter) will take action to prevent the AI model Grok from generating explicit content by undressing images of real individuals.
- X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash — BBC News
- X to block Grok AI from undressing images of real people — Sky News
‘My home was uninhabitable’ – residents reveal ‘botched’ work after energy company folds
Residents of an area affected by the collapse of an energy firm describe their homes as ‘uninhabitable’ due to faulty repairs carried out by contractors. The Energy Company Ireland (ECI) recently went into voluntary liquidation, leaving thousands in a state of limbo over unpaid bills and inadequate housing.
- ‘My home was uninhabitable’ – residents reveal ‘botched’ work after energy company folds — BBC News
- ‘My home was uninhabitable’ – residents reveal ‘botched’ work after energy firm folds — BBC News
She’s offered Trump her Nobel Prize. But what might Venezuela’s Machado ask for in return?
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has offered to share his Nobel Peace Prize with Donald Trump if the US can guarantee an end to humanitarian aid restrictions and provide economic assistance. The offer came during a phone call between Maduro and Trump, as part of ongoing talks about lifting sanctions imposed on Venezuela. If accepted by Washington, Maduro would reportedly give Trump half of the prize money.
- She’s offered Trump her Nobel Prize. But what might Venezuela’s Machado ask for in return? — BBC News
- She’s offered to share her Nobel with Trump. But what might Machado ask for in return? — BBC News
Ofcom welcomes Grok’s restrictions on sexualised AI image generation
The UK media regulator Ofcom has expressed approval of X’s decision to prohibit Grok AI from undressing images of real people. The regulatory body says the investigation into potential harmful content is ongoing.
- Ofcom welcomes Grok sexualised image restrictions and says investigation ‘ongoing’ — Sky News
- X to block Grok AI from undressing images of real people — Sky News
Labour’s Airbnb Expenses Spark Outrage in Historic By-Election Defeat
Despite outspending rivals, Labour faced criticism over using £25k worth of Airbnbs during their historic by-election loss.
- Labour booked £25k of Airbnbs in historic by-election loss — BBC News
- Labour outspent rivals on historic by-election loss — BBC News
Economy Records 0.3% Growth in November
The economy achieved a growth rate of 0.3% in November, marking a slight increase despite ongoing economic challenges and uncertainties.
- Economy records 0.3% growth in November — Sky News
Iran protests: Trump says no execution plan after crackdown
Former US President Donald Trump claims Iran has not planned to execute protesters following a violent police crackdown on demonstrations.
- Trump says Iran has ‘no plan’ to execute protesters — BBC News
- Trump told ‘killing has stopped’ in Iran after violent protest crackdown — BBC News
America’s Retreat: Is It Abandoning Antarctica to Rivals?
Recent reports suggest that the United States may be ceding influence in Antarctica, a region once seen as a global commons. As geopolitical tensions rise and rival nations like China ramp up their presence on the frozen continent, concerns grow about America’s commitment to Antarctic treaties and its scientific research efforts there. This article explores whether the US is indeed surrendering strategic interests and potential resource access, examining diplomatic moves, military deployments, and international alliances that may indicate a retreat.