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UK sanctions Russian spies trying to ‘destabilise Europe’
The Irish News
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The UK has sanctioned a string of Russian spies and hackers, accusing them of carrying out a campaign to “destabilise Europe”. Those sanctioned include a unit that targeted the daughter of Sergei Skripal years before Russian agents attempted to...
Bohunice units decommissioning completed
World Nuclear News
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Monday, 21 July 2025 The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development says two VVER-440 pressurised water reactors have been successfully removed and dismantled at Slovakia’s Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant, marking the end of the decommissioning...
The Truth About The “One Big Beautiful Bill”
CleanTechnica
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July 21, 2025
“Solving the climate crisis is within our grasp, but we need people like you to stand up and act.” —Al Gore, 2007. “If God had intended to give us unlimited free energy, he would have put a giant furnace in the sky.” —Al Gore, 2025. By Luke Singer...
UK Sanctions Russian GRU Spies Over Cyberattacks and Skripal Poisoning
Mezha
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July 18, 2025
On July 18, 2025, the United Kingdom announced sanctions against several Russian espionage units and military intelligence officers in response to “Moscow’s hybrid war against Western countries.” This information was released by the government...
UK sanctions Russian cyber spies accused of facilitating murders
The Record
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July 18, 2025
Editor's Note: Story updated 9:15 a.m. Eastern U.S. time with additional details and names of sanctioned individuals. The British government sanctioned 18 Russian military intelligence officers on Friday, alleging their units were responsible for...
Oil prices steady as mixed US economic news offsets new EU sanctions on Russia
Channel News Asia
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July 18, 2025
NEW YORK :Crude oil futures held steady on Friday as mixed U.S. economic news offset worries the European Union's latest sanctions against Russia for its war in Ukraine could reduce oil supplies. Brent crude futures fell 15 cents, or 0.2 per cent,...
UK Lowers Price Ceiling For Russian Crude Oil
Charter 97
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London has acceded to the EU decision. The UK has joined the EU's decision to lower the price ceiling on Russian oil. It will also be lowered from $60 to $47.6 per barrel, according to the country's Finance Ministry. "The UK and its EU allies are...
British Airways signs SAF deal with EcoCeres
Aviation Business News
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July 18, 2025
British Airways has signed a multi-year agreement with renewable fuels producer EcoCeres to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), reinforcing the airline’s efforts to reduce lifecycle carbon emissions and move towards its net-zero goals. The...
Scotland cuts landfill and waste generation rates in 2023
Packaging News
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July 18, 2025
Official figures on national waste sources published by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) concluded that the overall landfill rate was 19% for the year. This amounted to 1.81 million tonnes of waste, which was a 21.1% reduction...
President Dr. Muizzu returns after UK visit, bolsters Maldives–UK partnership
Maldives Voice
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President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has returned to Malé after concluding an official visit to the United Kingdom, aimed at deepening Maldives–UK ties and commemorating 60 years of diplomatic relations. During the visit, President Dr. Muizzu held...
UK unveils changes to CfD scheme to boost renewable energy projects
Energy Monitor
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July 17, 2025
The UK Government has announced significant reforms to its primary clean energy promotion scheme, aiming to expedite the development of renewable energy projects across the nation. The Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which facilitates...
Fire put out at Iran’s largest oil refinery, no sabotage involved
Press TV
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Firefighters have put out a blaze that broke out at one of the units of Iran’s largest oil refinery, as authorities have ruled out that sabotage was involved in the incident. A Saturday report by the semi-official Tasnim news agency said that the...
When Alicia Silverstone Knew Brittany Murphy Would Be Perfect in ‘Clueless’
Us Weekly
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July 19, 2025
Alicia Silverstone knew Brittany Murphy was perfect for Tai in Clueless from day one. The 1995 film is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. To commemorate the moment, the Guardian reflected on what it took to bring the movie to the big...
UK sanctions Russian spies for malicious activity
BBC
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July 18, 2025
A number of Russian spies have been sanctioned for conducting a "sustained campaign of malicious cyber activity" including in the UK, the Foreign Office has said. Three military intelligence units from Russia's GRU espionage agency and 18 officers...
Why Northern Ireland is the hottest golf destination in the world right now
IrishCentral
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July 17, 2025
As Royal Portrush gears up to host The Open, Northern Ireland is firmly on the radar of global golf fans. With over 90 courses, set against coastlines, mountains, and historic landscapes, the region is a dream destination for golfers and...
UK sanctions Russian intelligence units involved in cyberattacks
The Kyiv Independent
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July 18, 2025
The British government sanctioned three Russian military intelligence units and 18 officers on July 18 for their involvement in a long-running campaign of cyberattacks and reconnaissance. The sanctions target operatives of Russia's military...
After the FTSE 100 broke 9,000 points, does the UK market look overvalued?
The Motley Fool UK
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July 19, 2025
The FTSE 100 hit a new record high above 9,000 points during the week, bringing its year-to-date gains close to 10%, even though it later dipped slightly to take it back below that level. It was an impressive rally considering it was around 8,000...
Inside England's luxury £13,500-a-night Zurich base with private spa and stunning views as Lionesses prepare for Euros semi-final in old haunt of Winston Churchill
Daily Mail
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July 19, 2025
Perched high on a hill above Zurich, overlooking the postcard-perfect city, its sparkling lakes, and the snow-dusted peaks of the Alps, stands one of Switzerland’s most remarkable buildings. Welcome to The Dolder Grand Hotel, as opulent as its...
Project Vanaheim: How the US and UK are trying to keep up with the UAS threat
Breaking Defense
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July 19, 2025
U.S. Soldiers with the Pennsylvania National Guard train with RQ-28 short range reconnaissance quadcopters during a field training exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, Oct. 19, 2024. Instructors with the Pennsylvania National Guard’s...
UK bank results preview: solid Q2 expected as focus shifts to...
Proactive UK
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July 18, 2025
The UK bank reporting season kicks off next week with Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) on Thursday and NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) on Friday, off the back of strong earnings from US investment banks in recent days. Barclays PLC (LSE:BARC) takes...