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India denies Trump's Russian oil ban claims

Indian officials have directly contradicted Donald Trump's assertion that New Delhi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil, creating fresh uncertainty about global energy markets and US-India relations.

IKEA warns of price hikes if Trump tariffs return

Popular flat-pack furniture giant IKEA warns British shoppers of impending price increases if Donald Trump implements sweeping tariffs on Chinese imports, potentially sparking a cost-of-living crisis for home furnishings.

UK supermarkets linked to South American deforestation

Major UK supermarkets including Asda and Lidl are contributing to deforestation in South America through their supply chains, according to a damning new WWF report that calls for urgent government action.

Labour's North Sea oil plan sparks industry backlash

Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism over Labour's controversial North Sea oil and gas policy as industry leaders warn of economic devastation and Nigel Farage positions Reform UK as energy industry defenders.

Trump administration auctions Gulf of Mexico for oil drilling

Former President Donald Trump's administration is pushing forward with controversial plans to auction over 73 million acres for oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico, drawing immediate backlash from environmental groups and setting up a major politic

Dubai Chocolate Fix Hits UK Costco & Aldi Shelves

British chocolate lovers are finding clever solutions to the UK's chocolate shortage as Dubai imports and supermarket exclusives save the day. Discover how Costco and Aldi are keeping the nation's sweet tooth satisfied.

UK imports caged hen eggs from Ukraine and Poland

Britain's food industry is under fire as investigations reveal millions of eggs from caged hens are being imported from Ukraine and Poland, despite UK ban on battery farming practices.

France seizes Russian oil tanker in Channel sanctions raid

In a dramatic enforcement of EU sanctions, French officials have impounded the Boracay tanker carrying Russian oil products near Cherbourg. The vessel, linked to a sanctioned Russian oligarch, highlights Europe's tightening grip on Moscow's energy exports

Oil Prices Plummet in Worst Weekly Drop Since June

Global oil markets face significant turbulence as prices head for their steepest weekly decline since June, with OPEC+ production cuts failing to offset weakening demand and economic concerns.

Seed Oil Health Risks & Benefits Revealed

New research reveals surprising truths about seed oils like sunflower, corn and canola. Discover the real health benefits and risks in our expert investigation.

French troops raid Putin's shadow fleet tankers

In a stunning covert operation, French special forces have boarded and seized two Russian oil tankers suspected of smuggling sanctioned crude, marking a dramatic escalation in Western efforts to enforce oil price caps.

Prax Lindsey Refinery Cuts 140 Jobs

The Prax Lindsey oil refinery announces devastating job cuts affecting 140 workers, raising concerns about the UK's energy sector stability and local economic impact in North Lincolnshire.

North Sea geology blocks oil extraction ambitions

A bombshell geological study reveals that complex rock formations beneath the North Sea could prevent the UK from extracting up to half its remaining oil and gas reserves, dealing a major blow to energy security plans.

Trump at UN: Ukraine should cede land to Russia, forget NATO

In a controversial address to the UN General Assembly, former President Donald Trump proposed a radical peace plan for Ukraine involving territorial concessions to Russia and abandoning its NATO membership hopes, while also criticising European energy pol

Hungary defies Trump, keeps buying Russian oil

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán refuses to halt Russian oil purchases despite direct pressure from Donald Trump during NATO summit, highlighting deepening rift within alliance.

The Best CBD Oil in the UK: 2024's Top Picks

Discover the UK's top-rated CBD oils for wellness. Our 2024 guide cuts through the hype with expert testing, brand comparisons, and essential buying tips to find your perfect natural supplement.

EU Enforces Strict Brexit Food Import Rules on UK

Post-Brexit trade tensions escalate as the EU confirms UK food imports will be subject to full third-country checks, rejecting British pleas for a youth mobility concession. Discover how this impacts prices, supply chains, and the future of UK-EU relation

Trump Threatens Russia Sanctions Over NATO Oil Purchases

Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.

Hundreds of 'Shadow' Tankers Exposed in Baltic Sea

A major investigation reveals a clandestine fleet of over 600 tankers is operating in the Baltic Sea, using opaque ownership and dubious insurance to transport Russian oil, raising serious environmental and security risks for the region.

North Korea bans hamburgers, ice cream in cultural crackdown

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has launched a drastic crackdown on Western cultural influences, outlawing hamburgers, ice cream, and karaoke machines in a sweeping purge of foreign imports deemed 'decadent' and a threat to the regime's ideology.

Von der Leyen Faces Backlash Over Qatar Gas Talks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is under fire after reports suggest she privately discussed increasing gas imports from Qatar, a key Hamas backer, while publicly condemning the group's October 7th attack on Israel.

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