Bank of England raises interest rates to combat inflation

Richmond Times Dispatch | 2021-12-16, 13:17

LONDON (AP) — The Bank of England has raised interest rates to combat surging consumer prices, becoming the first central bank among the world’s leading economies to do so since the coronavirus pandemic began. ...

Germany: 4 men suspected of procuring bomb material arrested

Richmond Times Dispatch | 2021-12-16, 13:17

BERLIN (AP) — Four men, some of them suspected right-wing extremists, were arrested Thursday as German investigators raided their homes in a probe of suspicions that they acquired substances to build an explosive device, police said. ...

Share the Joy: The Holidays Have Arrived at Scientology Headquarters in the UK

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Migrants push past outnumbered French police to make perilous Channel crossing

WIMEREUX, FRANCE (REUTERS) - In the early hours of Thursday (Dec 16) on a beach in northern France, a small group of police with torches tries to stand in the way of dozens of migrants heading for the sea carrying a grey dinghy. It's tense. The police are

Live updates: UK travel industry decries French COVID rules

St Louis Post-Dispatch | 2021-12-16, 13:16

LONDON — Travel industry officials have expressed dismay at French restrictions on arrivals from Britain, describing the new rules to prevent the spread of the omicron variant as a hammer blow to the industry. ...

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Inflation vs. omicron: Bank of England faces rate dilemma

The Bank of England faces a difficult dilemma over whether to increase interest rates. ...

Germany: Hanau attacker acted alone, investigators find

Berlin, Dec 16: The perpetrator of the

EU hopes to avoid Ukraine war with talks, sanctions threat

European Union leaders are looking to avoid a Russian military invasion into neighboring Ukraine with a threat of unprecedented sanctions and the promise of diplomatic talks. ...

Europe faces tough call on stimulus amid omicron fears

The European Central Bank is facing a tough decision Thursday. ...

Live updates: UK prime minister denies stealth lockdown plan

LONDON — Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson is rejecting accusations that new government warnings meant to curb the omicron variant of the coronavirus will essentially put Britain into another lockdown ...

Locals shocked over location of Eir mast in Kerry

Kerry County Council has said that a 20-metre Eir telecommunications mast, which was erected on a company-owned site next to a family home at Inch, has full planning permission. Local residents say they were unaware that the replacement mast, which is at the

Germany: Police seize bomb-making supplies in far-right raid

Cologne police have raided several properties in an operation against suspected far-right extremists. They seized bomb-making materials and a "not insignificant amount" of narcotics. ...

Queen Elizabeth cancels traditional pre-Christmas lunch as cases surge in England.

Palace officials said it was a precautionary measure to avoid putting royal family members at risk by bringing a large group together at Windsor Castle. ...

UK : "BOOSTER WHY ? NONE OF YOU KNOW WHAT HE’S DOING.

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Dining across the divide: ‘He’s such a nice guy but supports Brexit. He’s young; it’s ...

Both have experienced being treated as outsiders in the UK, but can they broach one of Britain’s most divisive topics? Click here if you’d like to dine across the divide Batuhan, 22, Bournemouth Occupation Support worker and neuropsychology master’s student

Omicron wave sweeping the UK will ‘peak quite fast’ – Chris Whitty

The Omicron wave of coronavirus sweeping the UK will “peak quite fast”, England’s chief medical officer said as he suggested there are some “really key bits of information” missing that would inform the need for a lockdown. Professor Chris Whitty told the

EU hopes to avoid Ukraine war with talks and threat of sanctions

The European Union has held a summit focused on preventing a Russian military invasion of neighbouring Ukraine with threats of unprecedented sanctions for Moscow and the promise of diplomatic talks. On a day of diplomatic moves, Russia said it had submitted

Bank of England announces rate hike from pandemic-era lows

U.K. inflation hit a 10-year high in November as the Consumer Price Index rose by an annual 5.1%. ...

EU leaders worried about Russia military buildup, some say Nord Stream 2 should be included ...

Some EU leaders want the controversial gas pipeline to be switched off if there is further Russian aggression against Ukraine. Other heads of state disagree. ...

France to restrict travel from Britain to fight Omicron

Passengers arrive at the Eurostar terminal at Gare du Nord train station, amidst the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Paris, France December 23, 2020. Reuters France will restrict arrivals from Britain because of fast-spreading cases of the Omicron

Bank of England raises interest rates to 0.25%

The Bank of England has increased interest rates for the first time in three years to respond to the threat of rapidly rising

France to ban non-essential UK travel over omicron surge

PARIS: France will ban non-essential travel to and from Britain from the weekend to slow the spread of the omicron Covid-19 variant that is causing record numbers of cases on the other side of the Channel, the government said Thursday. From midnight Saturday

Yorkshire Dales: Concern over ageing national park volunteer army

A national park which relies on an army of older volunteers to help out must attract more young people too, the organisation which runs it has warned. The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority said none of its 325 regular volunteers were under 30 - and the

Omicron: London hospitals in dangerous situation, consultant says

Hospitals in London have been plunged into a "dangerous situation" as the Omicron variant has sent staff sickness levels soaring, a doctor has warned. Dr Katherine Henderson, a consultant at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, said almost 10% of

Queen cancels family pre-Christmas lunch amid omicron surge

Lichfield: Driver seriously hurt after lorry overturns on A38 island

A lorry driver has been seriously hurt after his vehicle overturned on a roundabout near Lichfield. The vehicle was on the Swinfen Interchange at about 03:00 GMT on Thursday when it happened, the ambulance service said. The

Imran Ahmad Khan: Trial set for Wakefield MP accused of sexual assault

An MP accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy in 2008 is to go on trial next year. Imran Ahmad Khan, who represents Wakefield in West Yorkshire,

UK's 'first Omicron victim' died after refusing Covid vaccine

He later said his stepfather 'would probably still be here... had he been vaccinated'. Ferrari asked him: "What was his reason for not getting the vaccination?" The caller went on: "He thought it was a

2M alliance shuffles schedules to avoid Europe’s congested ports

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UK - The Mainstream Media Caught Lying Again To Spread Fear

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Britain’s latest quiet betrayal of Afghans will cost more lives

I felt angry, ashamed and helpless listening to my friend Ali. “I don’t feel human. I am degraded. I will never forget what I went through. I am exhausted and covered in sewage,” he said. All night and morning, we had been on a three-way call/text with a

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Bank of England raises key interest rate to 0.25%

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Telefonica joins EU cloud technology alliance

Telefonica said it has joined the European Industrial Data, Edge and Cloud

Three admit conspiring to smuggle drugs worth €6.5m

Three men have admitted conspiring to smuggle €6.5 million worth of cocaine from the UK to Ireland last year. 52-year-old Joseph Gray, a lorry driver from Draperstown in Northern Ireland, was

Bank of England interest rate rise increases mortgage payments for millions

Millions of mortgage borrowers face higher monthly repayments after the Bank of England put up its base rate by 0.15

The Ashes: Dropped catches and baffling tactics leave sterile England with forbidding sense of déjà vu

“It feels more English,” said Ollie Robinson, hopefully, before the team’s reacquaintance with Adelaide. Cooler, less tropical

UK Omicron R Rate Could Be As High As 5, Says UK Health Chief

The R rate of the Omicron variant in the UK could be as high as 5, a top government scientist has said. If R is greater than 1 the epidemic is generally seen to be growing; if R is less than 1 the epidemic is shrinking. The last official estimate of the

Call for urgent solution to alleviate kosher food shortages in Northern Ireland

The UK Government and EU have been urged to find an “urgent solution” over the shortages of kosher food in Northern Ireland. A prominent member of the Jewish community in the region has warned that cupboards are “nearly bare” due to trade restrictions under

Bank raises interest rates to 0.25% to help rein in rocketing inflation

The Bank of England has increased interest rates to 0.25% in a bid to rein in rampant inflation despite mounting fears over the impact of the Omicron variant of coronavirus. Members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted eight to one to raise rates from

Man accused of sending offensive Sir Tom Moore tweet to stand trial in January

The trial of a man accused of sending a “grossly offensive” tweet about Captain Sir Tom Moore the day after his death is to go ahead next month. Joseph Kelly, 36, has pleaded not guilty to sending the message about the fundraising centenarian on February 3

Katie Price ‘incredibly sorry’ for drink-driving after being spared jail

Katie Price has said she is “incredibly sorry” for her actions after she avoided being sent to jail for drink-driving, following a crash near her home. The 43-year-old, who was handed a 16-week suspended sentence on Wednesday for the offence which was

Return to virtual Parliament ‘running away from democratic duty’ – Rees-Mogg

A return to a virtual Parliament would be “running away” from MPs’ “democratic duty”, Jacob Rees-Mogg has said. In response to calls from Labour to prepare for the return of a hybrid Parliament as Covid cases continue rise, the Commons leader said: “Being here

Low pupil attendance in schools remains ‘stubborn concern’, Ofsted warns

Low pupil attendance in schools due to the coronavirus pandemic remains a “stubborn concern” this term, Ofsted has warned. A series of reports from the watchdog suggest that pupils have been absent from class for a variety of reasons – including Covid-related

Toppling of slave trader’s statue was ‘act of love’, protester tells court

A protester who helped to rip down the statue of slave trader Edward Colston in Bristol city centre has described it as “an act of love”. The bronze memorial to the 17th century merchant was pulled down on June 7 last year during a Black Lives Matter protest,

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The Bank of England just hiked interest rates in a bid to tame decade-high inflation

The Bank of England slashed interest rates as coronavirus hit in 2020. Maremagnum/Getty Images The Bank of England hiked interest rates Thursday, taking them from 0.1% to 0.25%. BoE officials are trying to tame strong UK inflation, which surged to a 10-year

The Capitol riot committee is weighing whether Trump could be guilty of criminal obstruction of Congress

Former President Donald Trump. Win McNamee/Getty Images Capitol riot committee members are weighing whether Trump may have illegally obstructed Congress. Co-chair Liz Cheney suggested Trump may be liable for "corruptly obstructing an official proceeding."

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Star Hobson murder: Brockhill and Smith to have sentences reviewed

The toddler's mother has also has her sentence for causing or allowing her death referred. ...

Sabina Nessa: Man accepts responsibility for teacher's killing

The primary school teacher was found dead in a south-east London park three months ago. ...

Prince Charles inspects Dartmouth's Royal Navy officers

The prince attends a passing out parade at Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth. ...

Covid-19: Warning of post-Christmas 'intervention' on Omicron

"Significant" change may be needed if Omicron proves to be severe, Stormont ministers are told. ...

Covid: Ministers consider Wales' Christmas coronavirus measures

The Welsh cabinet meets ahead of Friday's announcement on the latest review of Covid measures. ...

Biden picks Caroline Kennedy as US ambassador to Australia, figure skater Michelle Kwan as Belize envoy

President Joe Biden on Wednesday named Caroline Kennedy as the US ambassador

Nissan to build new battery recycling factories in US, Europe by 2025

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Princess Mary tests positive for COVID-19

The announcement of the Tasmania-born princess comes as Denmark reported its largest number of new COVID-19 infections since the start of the pandemic. ...

Scott Morrison pressured to stick to COP promise on 2030 targets

Speaking to foreign journalists in London on Thursday AEDT, Alok Sharma said Australia would have to meet the promises it made in November. ...

Wuhan lab leak more likely origin of Covid-19, UK Parliament panel told

LONDON: A Canadian molecular biologist on Wednesday told cross-party members of Parliament (MPs) on the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee that a leak from a laboratory in Wuhan region of China is now the “more likely” origin of the Covid-19

Emmanuel Macron says 'Australia behaved badly' over Aukus submarine deal – video

French President Emmanuel Macron says Australia behaved badly after ending its submarine deal with France before opting for a nuclear powered arrangement in collaboration with the United States and United Kingdom. Macron previously accused the Australian prime

Is Vladimir Putin preparing to invade Ukraine?

As Russian soldiers continue to amass near the Ukrainian border shots are already being fired and there are fears that President Putin is planning an invasion, says Luke Harding Ukrainian soldiers are digging themselves into trenches along their country’s

Britain's race to jab millions won't prevent case surge in coming weeks: experts

LONDON, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) -- The British government's decision to ramp up vaccination in response to the new COVID-19 variant Omicron will take time to bring any benefit and may not prevent a surge in cases over the next few weeks, experts have said.

UK's Boris Johnson Faces Another Crucial Test Of Leadership

Under-fire British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday faced another crucial test of his leadership with a by-election in a constituency always won by his party, where defeat would intensify... ...

Europe ramps up COVID vaccine drive for children as Omicron rampages

A boy receives a dose of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5 to 11, in Rome, Dec. 15. AP-Yonhap Europe stepped up vaccinations of children aged five to 11 against COVID-19 Wednesday, as the EU's health agency warned immunization alone

With 78,610 new patients, UK sees highest ever daily Covid cases amid Omicron spread

United Kingdom today recorded its highest daily coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic. It reported 78,610 new patients. ...

What the papers say – December 16

Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty’s warning to Brits ahead of Christmas dominates Thursday’s papers. The i leads with Mr Whitty’s warning to the nation to not “mix with people you don’t have to” as the Omicron crisis escalates. Don't mix with friends

Summer makes a splash as temperatures rise

Weather is expected to hit the 30s on Saturday, which is long overdue for the summer season. ...

EU reaffirms ties with Eastern Europe amid Russia-Ukraine tensions

Finger Lakes Times | 2021-12-16, 03:26

Brussels — The European Union reaffirmed shared values and cooperation commitments with partner countries in Eastern Europe at a summit on Wednesday, against a backdrop of fears that a Russian invasion of Ukraine is imminent. A joint statement issued after the

Sabina Nessa murder accused due to enter plea in court

Koci Selamaj, 36, allegedly travelled to London from his home in Eastbourne. ...

Wuhan lab leak more likely origin of Covid-19, UK Parliament panel

LONDON: A Canadian molecular biologist on Wednesday told cross-party members of Parliament (MPs) on the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee that a leak from a laboratory in Wuhan region of China is now the “more likely” origin of the Covid-19

Nissan to build new battery recycling factories in U.S., Europe by 2025 -Nikkei

TOKYO (Reuters) – Nissan Motor Co Ltd plans to build new battery recycling factories in the United States and Europe by the end of fiscal 2025, the daily Nikkei reported

Anderson, Broad in England squad for second Ashes Test

ADELAIDE: Bowling great Jimmy Anderson said on Wednesday he wants to play all four remaining Ashes Tests after he and Stuart Broad were included in England’s 12-man squad for the second Test against Australia this week. The two greatest wicket-takers in

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UK tightens visa rules for Afghan asylum seekers

The United Kingdom government has been criticized for narrowing rules for people from Afghanistan seeking to relocate to the country, despite promises from the prime minister that they would be welcomed following the UK's chaotic exit from Kabul in August.

C.D.C. Panel Will Discuss Blood Clot Risk Linked to J.&J.’s Vaccine

On Thursday, agency advisers will review updated figures showing roughly nine deaths from the rare disorder, according to a federal official. ...

Turkey rescues 115 asylum seekers in waters of Aegean

Turkey rescued 115 asylum seekers, Wednesday, from the Aegean Sea off the coast of the Izmir, Aydin and Mugla

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UK conservative MPs revolt against COVID-19 measures

Adults in England must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination status to enter large public gatherings such as major sporting events and nightclubs as from Wednesday, following a vote in Parliament on the introduction of measures to combat the emergence of the

Dutch royals sorry for Princess Amalia birthday party that broke Covid rules

King regrets holding 18th birthday bash that reportedly had 21 invitees at a time when Covid rules stipulate a maximum of four guests Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage The Dutch royal family has expressed regret after it last week

Covid: Socialise carefully warns PM, amid record UK cases

The prime minister and England's chief medical officer have urged the public to be cautious if they socialise before Christmas, amid record UK Covid cases. At Wednesday's news conference, Boris Johnson said he was not shutting pubs and restaurants

UK COVID cases hit record; top doctor warns of worse to come

LONDON — The U.K. recorded the highest number

Bruised England look to crash Australia’s pink ball party in Adelaide

ADELAIDE: England are preparing to throw the kitchen sink at Australia in the day-night second Ashes Test starting at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday in a bid to level the series after seeing their best-laid plans torn to shreds in the Gabba opener. Only one

YEARENDER-Cricket-Racism scandal rocks England, world titles for Australia, NZ

NEW DELHI (Reuters) – A racism scandal rocked English cricket in a tumultuous end to the year, while Australia and New Zealand were crowned world champions in different formats and the fate of the women’s game in Afghanistan was put in jeopardy

Renowned hypnotist Paul McKenna hosts world's first mass online hypnosis to convert Britain's 15 million ...

Paul McKenna is hosting the world's first mass online hypnosis to convert Britain's 15 million sprout haters to lovers of the vegetable this Christmas. The renowned hypnotist has created a groundbreaking video as research reveals almost a quarter (23 per cent)

Germany expels two Russian diplomats after murder conviction

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France's Macron rejects 'president of the rich' tag as he considers re-election

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Covid: Socialise carefully warns PM amid record UK cases

The prime minister and England's chief medical officer have urged the public to be cautious if they socialise before Christmas, amid record UK Covid cases. At Wednesday's news conference, Boris Johnson said he was not shutting pubs and restaurants

UK reports highest number of daily cases since start of COVID pandemic

LONDON - Britain reported 78,610 new coronavirus cases, the highest daily number since the start of the pandemic, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 11,010,286, according to official figures released Wednesday. The previous