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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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 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.
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 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.
Water levels across the Great Lakes are falling, just as energy-hungry mega-scale data centres move into the region. Communities in Ohio and Michigan are fighting back against the threat to their water supply. Read the full investigation.
Discover The Swan Hotel's £35 'twilight' thermal spa sessions in the Lake District, a budget-friendly winter wellness escape highly praised by travel experts.
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 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.
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?
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.
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake centred off Silverdale rattled homes across Lancashire and the Lake District late Wednesday night. Over 1,100 people reported feeling the tremor. Read the full report.
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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.
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.
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.
The Mohana people of Pakistan's Sindh province face extinction as pollution and drought destroy Lake Manchar's ecosystem. Discover their unique bond with birds and vanishing traditions.
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen warns against carving up Ukraine as peace talks continue. Read her stark warning about border changes and Europe's stance on Russian aggression.
The 'wickedly fun' erotic thriller Bone Lake is now available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video after successful festival run and critical acclaim.
Disneyland Paris has announced its World of Frozen will open on 29 March 2026. The massive expansion features a 36-metre mountain, immersive dining, and a new nighttime spectacular.
UK, France and Germany present detailed counter proposal to US-Russia peace plan for Ukraine, suggesting key changes to security guarantees and territorial negotiations.
US draft peace plan for Ukraine, seen as favourable to Moscow, prompts emergency Geneva talks. Ukraine faces Thursday deadline to respond. Follow the latest developments.
Western leaders at the G20 summit state the US proposal for Ukraine requires major changes. Macron warns the G20 risks losing its global relevance. Read the latest developments.
European leaders scramble at the G20 summit to present a counter-proposal to the US-Russian 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, seeking a just and lasting peace. Follow the latest developments.
Vladimir Putin has publicly supported Donald Trump's controversial 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, including ceasefire terms and territorial concessions. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive details of Trump-brokered 28-point Ukraine peace deal offering $100bn in frozen Russian assets. Analysis reveals why experts call it a 'surrender document' that rewards aggression.
A Chinese man's decision to cryogenically freeze his wife and later start a new relationship sparks global debate on love, loss, and the ethics of life extension technology.