Russian tanker hit in drone attack; Zaporizhzhia bombed
A drone strike hits a tanker in Rostov-on-Don, causing casualties, as Russian bombs wound 32 in Zaporizhzhia. Zelenskyy pushes EU to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine aid.
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EU votes on €210bn Russian assets for Ukraine
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on releasing €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort. A crucial test of European unity without US backing. Read the latest analysis.
Abramovich given final chance to pay £2.5bn to Ukraine
The UK government threatens Roman Abramovich with legal action if he fails to hand over Chelsea sale profits for Ukrainian war victims. Will he comply?
Russian intimidation campaign targets Belgian Euroclear chiefs
European intelligence agencies reveal a Russian GRU campaign intimidating Belgian politicians and finance bosses to block the use of €185bn in frozen assets for Ukraine. Exclusive details.
PM tells Abramovich: Pay £2.5bn for Ukraine or face court
Sir Keir Starmer gives Roman Abramovich 90 days to transfer frozen Chelsea sale funds for Ukrainian aid. Failure will result in legal action. Follow the latest developments.
EU to Vote on Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
EU leaders decide on a complex €90bn loan for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets. Kyiv would only repay if Russia pays war reparations. The high-stakes vote could define Europe's credibility.
Starmer to take Abramovich to court over £2.5bn Chelsea money
PM Keir Starmer vows legal action if Roman Abramovich doesn't donate £2.5bn from Chelsea sale to Ukraine. The frozen funds' licence has been issued. #Ukraine #Chelsea
EU deadlock over using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine loan
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on a critical reparations loan for Ukraine funded by frozen Russian assets. Belgium and Italy voice opposition, risking a messy political showdown.
A pigeon's fall led to a secret Manchester rescue network
When a pigeon fell from the sky, Jack Chadwick discovered Manchester's 3,000-strong underground pigeon rehab group, changing his view of his hometown forever. Read the heartwarming story.
Climber on trial after girlfriend froze to death on mountain
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died on Austria's highest peak. Prosecutors allege he abandoned her in -20°C conditions. Trial set for February.
US-Ukraine Talks: Progress Hinges on Russia's Seriousness
US and Ukrainian officials conclude talks in Miami, stating real progress depends on Russia's willingness to end the war. Meanwhile, drone attacks continue on both sides.
EU Emergency Talks on €90bn Ukraine Funding Plan
Ursula von der Leyen and Friedrich Merz lead urgent EU talks to unlock frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's war effort, with a crucial summit looming. Will Belgium agree?
Putin and Trump React to Ukraine Peace Talks
Vladimir Putin describes Ukraine peace talks as 'difficult', while Donald Trump suggests a deal is possible. EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets as the path forward remains unclear.
Garden pond revival creates vital UK wildlife habitats
A quiet revolution is underway in British gardens as ponds are restored, providing crucial habitats for struggling species like frogs and dragonflies. Discover how you can help.
UK Supermarket Sorbet Taste Test Results
A blind taste test of over a dozen supermarket sorbets reveals the top picks and surprising failures. Discover which brands deliver a taste of summer and which to avoid.
UK teen missing near Dracula's Castle in Romania
Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
Asia Floods: Over 1,000 Dead as Rescue Efforts Continue
Rescue operations intensify across Asia as extreme weather claims over 1,000 lives. Get the latest on the floods in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand.
Asia Floods: Over 1,000 Dead in Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka
Catastrophic flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia have killed over 1,000 people. Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time to find survivors. Follow the latest developments here.
Taxi driver's Budget fears over frozen thresholds, EV charge
A Stafford cab driver earning £20,000 a year explains how the Autumn Budget's frozen tax thresholds and new EV mileage duty will hit his family's finances. Read his story and the expert analysis.
Reindeer escapes Christmas parade in Southport
A reindeer caused festive chaos after bolting from a Southport parade, leading to a major rescue operation on Formby Beach. Read the full story of the dramatic recovery.
Sydney Waste Facility Erupts in Huge Fireball
A massive fireball exploded at a waste facility in Sydney, sending flames 150m high. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
Sydney recycling plant explosion rains concrete debris
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
Gen Z Investor Rescues Byron Burger Chain
Struggling Byron burger chain rescued from third collapse by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala. £2.5m investment secures future with major rebrand targeting younger audiences. Read the full story.
100+ rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers at palace
More than 100 rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers gathered outside Buckingham Palace for a festive parade raising funds for dog charities. See the adorable photos and heartwarming rescue stories.
MP killed dog to save baby, reveals at conference
Independent MP Ayoub Khan discloses he was forced to kill a dog to protect a baby from being mauled. The revelation came during Liverpool's Your Party conference.
Family trapped 150ft up in sky-dining crane malfunction
A family with two young children was left suspended for three hours after a crane failure at a 'sky-dining' restaurant in Kerala. Read how they were rescued and the safety failures exposed.
Hong Kong fire death toll reaches 128 at Wang Fuk Court
Rescue efforts conclude after Hong Kong's worst fire in nearly 80 years at Wang Fuk Court residential complex. 128 confirmed dead as community support pours in. Read the latest updates.
Belgium rejects EU plan to use Russian assets for Ukraine
Belgium's Prime Minister Bart De Wever condemns the EU's proposal to use frozen Russian assets for a €140bn Ukraine loan, warning it breaches international law and threatens financial stability.
Hong Kong fire: 94 dead as rescue operations near completion
Rescue operations are almost complete at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po after a devastating fire left 94 dead. Authorities investigate cause as anger grows over safety laws.
NGO Worker on Trial for People Smuggling in Lesbos
A humanitarian worker stands trial in Greece for people smuggling charges while rescuing migrants. Explore the case that questions aid work boundaries. Read the full investigation.
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