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the3million sues Home Office over rights of nearly 1,500 EU citizens
the3million is challenging the Home Office’s policy on immigration status allegedly granted in error. The Guardian reports that nearly 1,500 EU citizens are affected.
Russian attack on Kyiv and surrounding region damages energy infrastructure
At least one person was killed and eight were injured, Ukrainian authorities said. The overnight attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region damaged energy infrastructure.
Bomb threats disrupt at least 18 flights across Europe, including UK services
At least 18 flights, including UK services, were affected by bomb threats, The Guardian reported. Aircraft landed safely and searches found no explosive devices.
Poland’s energy ministry proposes household gas price cap for 2027
Poland’s Ministry of Energy is proposing a household gas price cap for 2027, based on a tariff approved in 2026. The measure is not yet law.
BBC: some universities in England show student loan repayments only at lower salaries
BBC analysis found that 12 universities in England showed student loan repayments only for below-average salaries. Some pages have since been corrected.
UK government plans to make salary information compulsory in job adverts
The UK government plans to require salary information in job adverts, but the scope of the rules and their implementation date remain undecided.
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World
Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure cause widespread power cuts
Russian overnight attacks left more than 850,000 people in Ukraine without power, Euronews reported. Supplies had already been restored in some affected areas.
Herzog chooses Eisenkot to form Israel’s next government
Isaac Herzog has chosen Gadi Eisenkot to attempt to form Israel’s next government. Support during consultations does not yet amount to a coalition agreement.
US launches strikes in Iran as Trump claims progress in talks
US forces carried out fresh strikes in southern Iran. Trump said air defences on Qeshm were targeted and claimed progress in Qatar-mediated talks.
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UK
Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison
Russell Brand has received a prison sentence of 10 years and six months for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others, according to The Guardian, DW and France 24.
Prosecutors seek 10–15-year sentencing range for Russell Brand’s rape conviction
Prosecutors have set out their sentencing submissions for Russell Brand’s rape and sexual assault convictions. No sentence had been announced as of 11:59 GMT.
UK could cut 2030 electric car sales target, Guardian reports
The Guardian reports that the 2030 zero-emission car sales target could fall from 80% to around 60%. The government says no decisions have been made.
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PL
Kraków shooting suspect dies in hospital as investigation continues
The suspect in the Kraków shooting died in hospital on 9 November. Fifteen injured people remained in hospital, the regional governor said. The investigation continues.
Kraków Main Market Square shooting: fire service reports deaths and injuries
An emergency response was under way after a shooting in Kraków’s Main Market Square. The fire service reported deaths and injuries; police had not confirmed fatalities.
Poland’s energy ministry proposes household gas price cap for 2027
Poland’s Ministry of Energy is proposing a household gas price cap for 2027, based on a tariff approved in 2026. The measure is not yet law.
