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US reportedly held talks with Russia on nuclear risk in Ukraine

National security adviser Jake Sullivan is said to have spoken with senior Kremlin aides

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2022

Climate change: carbon offsetting isn't working – here's how to fix it

The environmental impact of carbon dioxide emissions will be the same irrespective of where the emissions take place. Carbon emitted in one part of the world can be cancelled out if the same amount is removed elsewhere.

The Conversation · Nov 7, 2022

Having two Tory PMs at COP27 is 'enormous credit to UK', Rishi Sunak claims

IT says something “great about the UK” that more than one Tory prime minister is at COP27, Rishi Sunak has claimed ...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 7, 2022

How UK-based Associate Events is helping stage Cop27 UN climate summit in Egypt

Leicester firm has supported nine UK and global business attending key climate event in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt

Birmingham Post · Nov 7, 2022

Weather warnings in place as UK braced for rain and strong winds

The Met Office has issued two weather warnings, saying areas of the UK can expect a deluge of rain and strong winds on Monday night.

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2022

In Kyiv, I saw Ukrainians on the frontlines of a very real culture war

For many in Ukraine, this is a war of ‘decolonisation’ – and that includes Russia’s celebrated artistic heritage, says Charlotte Higgins

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2022

COVID: inhalable and nasal vaccines could offer more durable protection than regular shots

As the pandemic continues, many countries are rolling out COVID booster vaccines. In the UK, the autumn booster campaign is offering a fourth dose to those at higher risk from a COVID infection, including people with certain underlying medical conditions, and those aged over 50.

The Conversation · Nov 7, 2022

Rising interest rates: why the Bank of England has increased rates again and what to expect next

The Bank of England has increased UK interest rates by 0.75%, the biggest increase in 30 years. A year ago the interest rate was 0.1%, today it is 3%.

The Conversation · Nov 7, 2022

Sefcovic: GB-NI checks agreement possible in weeks with political will

Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen agreed to ‘work together’ to end the row over the Northern Ireland Protocol, when they met for the first time.

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2022

Home Secretary Suella Braverman’s illegal migration rhetoric ‘misleading’, expert says

Channel crossings are wrongfully being ‘misrepresented as illegitimate’, a human rights advocate says

Evening Standard · Nov 7, 2022