G7 to discuss release of emergency oil reserves as price tops $100 US among three countries so far backing measure triggered by Middle East war, according to reports * Iran war drives oil prices above $100 a barrel * Business live – latest updates G7 finance ministers are preparing to discuss the release of emergency oil reserves, according to reports, after the US-Israel war with Iran sent the price of crude above $100 (£75) for the first time since 2022. The ministers will discuss the release of the reserves in a call coordinated by the International Energy Agency (IEA), according to a report from the Financial Times. Continue reading...

G7 to discuss release of emergency oil reserves as price tops $100

Trump threatens tariffs on countries against US control of Greenland US President Donald Trump says he may implement tariffs on countries opposing Washington’s controlling of Greenland as he remains stern in his stance to take over the Arctic island by “any means neces...

US President Donald Trump says he may implement tariffs on countries opposing Washington’s controlling of Greenland as he remains stern in his stance to take over the Arctic island by “any means necessary”.
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Today is #Holodomor memorial day a
Reminder of Stalin's deliberate mass murder of Ukrainians in the 1930s; the world looked away .
Putin is on the very same ideology and intent ..www.theguardian.com/world/2022/mar/02/exposi...
#Holodomor

UK must rebuild trade ties with EU, says Bank of England chief 'It is important we do everything we can to ensure that whatever decisions are taken on the Brexit front do not damage the long-term trade position,' Andrew Bailey says - Anadolu Ajansı

UK must rebuild trade ties with EU, says Bank of England chief
'It is important we do everything we can to ensure that whatever decisions are taken on the Brexit front do not damage the long-term trade position,' Andrew Bailey says
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Pope Leo XIV speaks out in support of Ukraine and against Russian imperialism.

As if MAGA didn’t already hate him…

'We'll judge Russia by actions, not words' — US State Department spox calls for ceasefire U.S. State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce called for "concrete proposals from both sides" in order for Washington to "move forward" in peace negotiations.

⚡️'We'll judge Russia by actions, not words' — US State Department spox calls for ceasefire.

U.S. State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce called for "concrete proposals from both sides" in order for Washington to "move forward" in peace negotiations.

🌹 Helen Godwin has held the West of England mayoralty for Labour in a closely fought campaign.

Results breakdown here:

#LocalElections2025 #westofengland

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Doncaster mayor election results 2025: Labour holds off Reform – just - LabourList Results are in in Labour candidate Ros Jones' bid to be Doncaster mayor for the next four years, in one of the first local election results declared.

🌹 Labour's Ros Jones has won the contest to be Doncaster mayor for the next four years by less than 1,000 votes, in one of the first local election results to be confirmed today.

Breakdown here:

#LocalElections2025

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🚨 NEW: We're standing over 250 candidates at this year's Local Elections.

Our candidates go the extra mile to champion community ownership, safer high streets, and local democracy.

Want to be a part of this? Head to our Candidate Development Programme to apply.

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Shocking & shameful from Trump. Is there not a single journalist in the White House with the courage to step up and point out Zelenskyy is the democratically elected leader of a sovereign country who is bravely standing against the illegal invasion of Ukraine by a murderous dictator?

Russia has 'all the cards' in negotiations to end Ukraine war, Trump says Donald Trump also suggested his priorities are in a different order to Ukraine's, by saying he wants the fighting to end before any security guarantees are made.

Donald Trump has said Russia has "all the cards" in negotiations to end the war with Ukraine

He should know, he’s handed them to them

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The man who refused to run He visits soldiers on the frontline and refuses to abandon his people. Not for power or wealth but because his country is worth fighting for

The man who refused to run
He visits soldiers on the frontline and refuses to abandon his people. Not for power or wealth but because his country is worth fighting for
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Volodymyr Zelensky meets King Charles at Sandringham Volodymyr Zelensky meets King Charles at Sandringham

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THE SHOCKING state of NHS dentistry in England has today - again - been laid bare YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic

🚨FOR NEW PATIENTS NHS DENTISTRY HAS EFFECTIVELY CEASED TO EXIST

Government’s own shocking data shows a staggering 97% of new patients who try to get an NHS appointment fail to get one

The @thebda.bsky.social is calling on government to act with speed to save NHS dentistry
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Trump baselessly blames DEI and Democrats for Washington DC plane crash President scapegoats diversity and inclusion initiatives while addressing air traffic disaster that left 67 dead

Trump baselessly blames DEI and Democrats for Washington DC plane crash
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Marianne Faithfull: Singer and actress dies at 78 She was known for hits such as 1964's As Tears Go By and films including 1968's The Girl On A Motorcycle.

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Never forget.

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Conflict will not end tomorrow or day after,’ says Macron as Trump takes office French president tells Europe to ‘wake up’ and spend more on defence; captured North Korean soldier says many casualties. What we know on day 1,063 The French president, Emmanuel Macron, warned that Russia’s war against Ukraine would not end “tomorrow…

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Conflict will not end tomorrow or day after,’ says Macron as Trump takes office

Stop Billionaires Meddling in UK Politics ❌ Foreign billionaires like Elon Musk shouldn’t have the power to shape our democracy. Let’s change the law.

Elon Musk is amplifying far-right figures, spreading harmful disinformation, and meddling in UK politics. Let’s stop billionaire interference—join me and sign this @hopenothate.org.uk petition today: secure.hopenothate.org.uk/page/163807/...

Hundreds of Mexican firefighters have arrived in Southern California to help combat the wildfires.

Thank you, Mexico🇺🇸🇲🇽

Sorry you are still poorly. Stay in bed and keep warm.

UK food sales to EU slump by a fifth after Brexit, minister reveals Exclusive: Food sales to the EU have crashed by a fifth since Brexit, a minister has revealed, as Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to slash red tape for UK firms selling in Europe

Food sales to the EU have crashed by a fifth since Brexit, a minister has revealed, as Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to slash red tape for UK firms selling in Europe

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Lots of snow this afternoon leaving slippy roads and pavements. Gritting teams across Cumberland have been working round the clock to ensure main roads are kept open. Take care if you have to go out.

Icy and snowy conditions are on the way. I have had my Monday meetings switched to teams so that no one needs to travel. I am going to make soup and stay at home this weekend.

Happy Christmas to you all.

Revealed: Two-thirds of voters back capping donations to political parties – LabourList A new poll show two-thirds of voters back capping donations to political parties, LabourList can reveal, just as the government confirmed it plans to "strengthen"…

💷 Reform supporters were the most likely to back a cap on donations to political parties

‘Why Angela alone can’t fix the housing crisis – and all ministers have a role’ – LabourList The current legislative programme driving change in the sector is primarily coming through the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (DHCLG), notably the Renters…

"All we do, no matter the department, must be working towards achieving our number one manifesto pledge – to get Britain building again."

Mike Reader MP on why all ministers have a role to play in fixing the housing crisis

Does everyone still buy the Christmas edition of the Radio and TV Times in this digital and steaming world?

Syrian rebels say they have captured capital as Bashar al-Assad reported to have fled Damascus – live updates Anti-regime forces declare Damascus ‘free’ of Assad as government forces withdraw presence * Bashar al-Assad reported to have fled Syria as rebels say they have captured Damascus Welcome back to our live coverage of the rebel offensive that seems to…

Syrian rebels say they have captured capital as Bashar al-Assad reported to have fled Damascus – live updates

It's a bright and sunny day following Storm Darragh in West Cumbria. I might go for a walk.