US in 'Active Pursuit' of Third Venezuelan Oil Tanker
US forces are chasing a sanctioned 'ghost ship' near Venezuela, aiming to seize it. This marks the third such incident this month following Trump's blockade order. Read the latest developments.
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US Pursues Third Tanker in Venezuela Maritime Standoff
US officials confirm an 'active pursuit' of a third sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, escalating tensions with Maduro's government. Read the latest on the Caribbean naval crisis.
Third US oil tanker pursuit off Venezuela in a week
US Coast Guard tracks another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, escalating tensions. Trump's 'blockade' and military moves threaten regional stability and oil prices. Read the latest.
US Forces Seize Second Venezuelan Oil Tanker
US Coast Guard, backed by the Department of War, has intercepted a second vessel near Venezuela. The pre-dawn operation follows a similar seizure earlier in December. Read the full report.
Ukraine Drone Attack on Russian Tanker in Mediterranean
Ukraine's unprecedented drone strike on a Russian oil tanker highlights the explosive growth of the sanctions-busting 'shadow fleet' and rising fears of military confrontation. Read the full analysis.
US seizes second Venezuela oil tanker amid rising tensions
US forces intercept another Venezuelan oil tanker near its coast. President Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, refusing to rule out military conflict. Read the latest developments.
Ukrainian drones hit Caspian Sea oil rig in long-range strike
Ukrainian forces launch a long-range drone attack on a Russian oil platform in the Caspian Sea, over 700km from the border. Meanwhile, the US offers to chair trilateral peace talks. Read the latest from day 1,397.
Console sales plummet to 30-year low in UK and US
November sales data reveals a shocking decline for PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2, sparking fears that traditional video game consoles are becoming obsolete. Are rising prices and PC gaming to blame?
US seizes second Venezuela tanker, Brazil issues warning
The US has seized another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
US seizes another tanker off Venezuela in major escalation
American forces have seized a second sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as part of a major naval build-up. President Trump announces a total blockade. Read the latest.
US intercepts second merchant ship off Venezuela coast
US military operations intensify off Venezuela with a second vessel seized. Trump maintains 'blockade' threat and refuses to rule out war with Maduro regime. Full details.
ITV Christmas Schedule Blamed on Viewer Habits, Not Broadcasters
ITV's 2025 festive lineup is branded 'dreadful', but the real culprit is our shift to streaming giants like Netflix. As traditional TV viewership declines, can British broadcasters survive the Christmas ratings war?
Meg O'Neill Appointed as BP's New Chief Executive
BP names Meg O'Neill as its new CEO, succeeding Murray Auchincloss. The 'hard-nosed' industry veteran faces the challenge of balancing energy transition with shareholder returns. Read the full story.
Canada's population falls sharply as immigration policy shifts
Canada records its largest quarterly population drop in over five decades, a direct result of new caps on international students and non-permanent residents. Explore the data and the political divide driving this historic reversal.
China Taxes Condoms Amid Declining Birth Rate
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
US Pacific strike death toll hits 99, UN condemns
The US military has conducted another lethal strike in the Pacific, bringing the total death toll to 99. The UN and rights groups condemn the actions as unlawful executions. Read the full report.
Tech Stocks Fall on Oracle Data Centre and AI Debt Concerns
US tech stocks led a market sell-off after Oracle lost backing for a $10bn data centre, fuelling investor anxiety over massive AI infrastructure debt. Discover the full impact.
BP names Meg O'Neill as first female chief executive
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female CEO, replacing Murray Auchincloss after less than two years. The move signals a renewed focus on oil and gas profits. Read the full story.
BP names first female CEO in major leadership shake-up
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female chief executive to accelerate a strategic pivot back to oil and gas. Discover the investor pressure driving this historic change.
Video Game Industry In Crisis As Console Sales Plunge
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
China Taxes Condoms in Bid to Reverse Falling Birth Rate
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
China Condemns US 'Bullying' of Venezuela in Oil Row
China's foreign minister has accused the US of 'unilateral bullying' over its military blockade of Venezuela. Read the latest on the escalating crisis in the Caribbean.
Canada's population falls amid student visa crackdown
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, a rare decline driven by a government crackdown on international student numbers. Explore the data and economic impacts.
US Escalates Pressure on Venezuela with Oil Tanker Blockade
Donald Trump announces a complete blockade of Venezuelan oil exports, triggering protests in Caracas and a spike in global oil prices. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
US Imposes Total Oil Blockade on Venezuela
President Trump announces a complete naval blockade on Venezuela's oil tankers, escalating tensions in the Caribbean. Get the latest on this major geopolitical development.
River Island to close 33 stores by 2026 after £33.2m losses
British fashion chain River Island is closing 33 profitable branches by January 2026, risking hundreds of jobs. The move follows £33.2m losses and a shift to online shopping. See the full list of affected stores.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's latest social media post lays bare US ambitions in Venezuela: regime change, oil control, and stopping drug trade. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's social media post on Venezuela explicitly links a massive US naval presence to demands for oil and regime change, moving beyond anti-drug rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
Trump orders total blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers
Donald Trump announces a complete naval blockade on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, intensifying a military campaign against Nicolás Maduro's regime. Read the latest developments.
Norway's Equinor hit with £53m penalty for oil spills
Norway's state oil giant Equinor faces a massive £53m fine for extensive pollution and gas leaks at its Mongstad refinery, following years of alleged inadequate maintenance. Read the full investigation details.
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