Brexit blamed for fall in numbers of EU students at Oxford A university report said the number has dropped from an average of more than 260 for the past four years to 128. The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
Brexit to blame for ‘crazy’ chicken prices, says poultry industry in attack on PM Boris Johnson claimed soaring costs down to global energy problems The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
Russia Pounds Ukraine, Targeting Supply of Western Arms Russian forces pounded targets across Ukraine, taking aim at supply lines for foreign weapons in the west and intensifying an offensive in the east, as the European Union moved Wednesday to further punish Moscow for the war with a proposed ban on oil imports. The Russian military said Wednesday it… Asharq Al-Awsat · May 4, 2022
Oil prices surge as EU proposes complete ban on Russian crude and petrol imports Threat of further petrol and diesel price rises after European Commission unveils toughest measure yet against Russian energy supplies The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
OLD The destinations that have scrapped all travel restrictions – regardless of vaccination status More than a dozen destinations have ended all Covid-related travel rules The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
EXPLAINER: What's the impact if Europe cuts off Russian oil? The European Union's executive commission has proposed phasing out imports of Russian oil within six months The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
Kremlin Dismisses Speculation Putin to Declare War on Ukraine on May 9 The Kremlin on Wednesday dismissed speculation that President Vladimir Putin planned to declare war against Ukraine and declare a national mobilisation on May 9 when Russia commemorates the Soviet Union's victory in World War Two. Commenting on speculation that Putin will declare war against Ukraine on May 9, Kremlin spokesman… Asharq Al-Awsat · May 4, 2022
Martin Lewis issues 10 urgent holiday warnings affecting passports and bookings Millions of Brits are expected to jet away this summer, now coronavirus travel restrictions have been eased. If you've got a holiday booked, Martin has explained ten ways to save cash Daily Mirror · May 4, 2022
EU officials being trained to meditate to help fight climate crisis Exclusive: Early results from ‘applied mindfulness’ courses suggests they have helped overcome despair that little can be done The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022
EasyJet apologises after falsely telling passengers: ‘Your Ehic card is worthless’ Exclusive: ‘We would like to apologise for any confusion or inconvenience caused by the previous information provided’ says Britain's biggest budget airline The Independent UK · May 4, 2022
First Thing: US shaken by supreme court draft overturning Roe v Wade Biden condemns abortion opinion that, if handed down, would mean ‘fundamental shift’ in law and imperil many other rights The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022
EU chief calls for phased ban on Russian oil in fresh set of sanctions The European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen has proposed a phased oil embargo on Russia over its war in Ukraine, as well as sanctioning the country's top bank, in a bid to deepen Moscow's isolation. Radio France Internationale · May 4, 2022
Ryanair denies boarding to teenager despite his passport complying with new EU rule Zak Schoneville's passport was issued in March 2017 and has an expiry date of 31 October 2022 meaning it meets the current European Union requirements of being less than 10 years old and having at least three months' validity Daily Mirror · May 4, 2022
Joules share price slumps on news CEO Nick Jones leaving As cost of living crisis bites fashion chain to pull wholesale operations from EU and USA and cut dependency on Chinese stock Birmingham Post · May 4, 2022
Daily Record · May 4, 2022 Spain extends Covid entry rules for UK travellers until May 15 It is one of the few countries in the European Union still imposing entry rules even though most tourists are not affected.
Reuters · May 4, 2022 Moldova ready for 'pessimistic' scenarios but sees no imminent threat of unrest Moldova sees no imminent threat of unrest spilling over from the war in Ukraine despite "provocations" by pro-Russian separatists in recent days, but has been making contingency plans for "pessimistic" scenarios, President Maia Sandu said on Wednesday.
Manchester Evening News · May 4, 2022 Sky Mobile customers will have to pay £2 a day in new roaming charges Sky Mobile has changed its data roaming services, find out what it means for you below
Reuters · May 4, 2022 EU to sanction Credit Bank of Moscow, Russian Agricultural Bank -sources The European Commission has proposed sanctions against Credit Bank of Moscow and the Russian Agricultural Bank, two EU sources told Reuters on Wednesday.
Al Jazeera · May 4, 2022 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 70 As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 70th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Axios · May 4, 2022 EU leader announces plan to ban Russian oil imports Ursula von der Leyen also proposed disconnecting 3 major Russian banks from SWIFT global banking payment system.
Asharq Al-Awsat · May 4, 2022 Russia to Boycott UN Security Council Meeting with EU Committee In a rare move, Russia will boycott a UN Security Council meeting Wednesday with the EU's Political and Security Committee (PSC), diplomats said, a further sign of deteriorating relations between Moscow and its United Nations partners. According to a Russian diplomatic source speaking anonymously Tuesday, Moscow's decision is linked to…
The Independent UK · May 4, 2022 When do I need to renew my passport for travel to Europe? Seeing headlines about passports expiring after Brexit? Here are the rules as stated by the European Union, not the UK government nor the airlines
The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022 Hungary objects to proposed EU ban on Russian oil imports Slovakia also wants exemption despite Ursula von der Leyen saying crude must be prohibited in EU within six months
The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022 Crossrail to finally open; German exports to Russia plunge; climate protests at Barclays AGM – as it happened London’s Elizabeth line finally launching, while German exports to Russia fell nearly two-thirds in March and climate activists have disrupted two bank AGMs
Reuters · May 4, 2022 Germany ready to continue U.N. mission in Mali -defmin Germany will end its participation in the European Union training mission in Mali but is ready to continue with a U.N. peacekeeping mission in the country under certain conditions, Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht said on Wednesday.