UK Government Reverses ‘Pub Tax’ Increase Amid Storm Goretti Chaos and Political Challenges
Starmer Calls for Enhanced Arctic Protection in Meeting with Trump
UK leader Starmer urges US President Trump to take more action to safeguard the Arctic region, emphasizing the need for increased international cooperation and environmental safeguards.
- Starmer says ‘more needs to be done to protect’ the Arctic in call to Trump — Sky News
- Starmer says ‘more could be done to protect’ the Arctic in call to Trump — Sky News
Avalanche Warning and Dangerous Road Conditions Amid Storm Goretti in Wales
Storm Goretti brings an avalanche warning and hazardous travel conditions to Wales, with dangerous roads and potential travel disruption.
- Avalanche warning and thundersnow in Wales as Storm Goretti hits — BBC News
- Avalanche warning and dangerous road conditions as Storm Goretti hits — BBC News
- Avalanche warning and travel disruption as Storm Goretti hits — BBC News
Teenager Pleads Guilty to Planning Southport Massacre Copycat
A teenager has pleaded guilty in court after being charged with planning a copycat of the Southport killings, aiming to emulate the tragic events that occurred in the town.
- Teenager pleads guilty after planning copycat of Southport killings — Sky News
- Tennis Kenya admits it shouldn’t have let amateur compete after viral defeat — BBC News
- Tens of thousands flee fighting in Aleppo, Syria, after evacuation order — Sky News
Reviving Venezuela’s Oil Industry Faces Challenges Beyond US Sanctions
Sky News reports that efforts to revive Venezuela’s oil industry may be more difficult than previously thought by the Trump administration, citing complex geopolitical and economic hurdles beyond mere sanctions.
UK Government Reverses ‘Pub Tax’ Increase, Supports Local Businesses
The UK government announces a reversal of its controversial plans to increase pub taxes, following public backlash and calls for support from small businesses.
- ‘Pub tax U-turn’ and ‘caring Catherine’ — BBC News
- The Papers: ‘Pub tax U-turn’ and ‘caring Catherine’ — BBC News
Denmark Fears US Aggression Over Greenland: Former PM Warns of ‘Extremely Dangerous Situation’
Denmark feels threatened by the United States’ stance on Greenland, with a former prime minister describing the situation as ‘extremely dangerous.’ The US’s actions towards Greenland are perceived as an act of aggression, prompting Denmark to seek support and address concerns over sovereignty.
- Denmark ‘feels bullied’ by US over Greenland – as ex-PM warns of ‘extremely dangerous situation’ — Sky News
- ‘Extremely dangerous situation’: Ex-Danish PM reacts to US ‘act of aggression’ over Greenland — Sky News
Storm Goretti: Powerful Winds and Snow Cause Chaos, 65,000 Left Without Power and Clifftop Homes Threatened
Storm Goretti brings hurricane-force winds of up to 99mph and heavy snowfall, resulting in widespread power outages affecting 65,000 properties. In response to the danger posed by collapsing cliffs and rising flood risks, residents living on clifftops have been ordered to evacuate their homes as Storm Goretti continues to wreak havoc across affected regions.
- Storm Goretti brings 99mph winds and snow as 65,000 properties lose power — BBC News
- Clifftop residents told to leave because Storm Goretti could destroy their homes — Sky News
Man Escaping 23-Year Prison for Attempted Murder Recaptured
A man serving a 23-year sentence for attempted murder who had escaped from prison has been recaptured.
- Man serving 23-year sentence for attempted murder who absconded from prison recaptured — Sky News
- Attempted murderer who escaped from 23 year prison sentence is recaptured — Sky News
US senators curb Trump’s ability to escalate military action in Venezuela
US senators have voted to limit President Trump’s authority to conduct further military interventions in Venezuela, potentially constraining his options for future operations in the country. The move reflects growing bipartisan concern about the risks and costs of expanded US involvement in Venezuelan affairs.
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