Victoria Bourne

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Freelance Contributor and Editor at Freelance

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UK to announce fresh sanctions on Putin's 'shadow fleet'

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

A fleet of Russian oil tankers which have been used to avoid existing sanctions on oil and gas exports are set to be hit with new restrictions. Downing Street has said action will be taken against up to 100 vessels which have carried more than £18 billion worth of cargo since the start of 2024. Sir Keir Starmer is due to make the announcement at a summit of north European leaders known as the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) in Oslo, Norway.
UK to announce fresh sanctions on Putin's 'shadow fleet'

6 days ago | namibian.com.na | Victoria Bourne

A fleet of Russian oil tankers which have been used to avoid existing sanctions on oil and gas exports are set to be hit with new restrictions. Downing Street has said action will be taken against up to 100 vessels which have carried more than £18 billion worth of cargo since the start of 2024. Sir Keir Starmer is due to make the announcement at a summit of north European leaders known as the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) in Oslo, Norway.
Drones strike Kyiv and Moscow, as Putin plans WW2 parade

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

At least two people have reportedly been killed after a night of heavy fighting between Ukraine and Russia - with drone strikes on Kyiv and Moscow. The fighting comes a day ahead of a planned parade in the Russian capital to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two - with President Vladimir Putin proposing a three-day ceasefire to coincide with the event. Ukraine has not agreed to the proposal and has pushed for a truce lasting at least 30 days.
Rihanna reveals she is expecting third child with A$AP Rocky

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

Singer Rihanna has confirmed she is expecting her third baby while attending fashion's biggest night of the year, the Met Gala in New York. The 37-year-old cradled her bump and smiled for the cameras while appearing on the red carpet, which was navy with daffodils. Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, already have two sons. A$AP Rocky, also known as Rakim Mayers, thanked reporters who offered their congratulations on the red carpet.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky reveal third pregnancy at 2025 Met Gala

1 week ago | bbc.com | Victoria Bourne

Rihanna reveals she is expecting third child with A$AP RockyGetty ImagesSinger Rihanna has confirmed she is expecting her third baby while attending fashion's biggest night of the year, the Met Gala in New York. The 37-year-old cradled her bump and smiled for the cameras while appearing on the red carpet, which was navy with daffodils. Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, already have two sons.
Post Details - Kritik News

1 week ago | kritik.com.my | Hafsa Khalil |Victoria Bourne

By Hafsa Khalil & Victoria BourneRussia says Ukraine has launched an overnight drone attack targeting Moscow for the second night in a row. All four of the capital's major airports have been closed temporarily to ensure safety, Russia's aviation watchdog Rosaviatsia said on Telegram. Moscow's mayor, Sergei Sobyanin, said on social media at least 19 Ukrainian drones had been destroyed before they reached the city "from different directions".
Veteran ABC election analyst Antony Green hosts final broadcast

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation's chief elections analyst, Antony Green, has appeared on air for the last poll of his 36-year presenting career. He signed off by providing his expertise for the 2025 Australian federal election. Since 1991 he has been involved with around 90 Australian elections as well as polls in the UK, New Zealand and Canada. The ABC's federal election night coverage recognised his exit with a special send-off.
Blood pressure drug recalled over wrong dose on pack

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

Patients who take a common drug for high blood pressure are being urged to check their medication after a batch was recalled over the wrong dose being printed on the box. The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) says some packs of lercanidipine, manufactured by Recordati Pharmaceuticals, have been wrongly labelled as containing 10mg tablets when they contain 20mg pills. More than 7,700 packs that have already been distributed are subject to the recall, according to the MHRA.
US to hold talks on Ukraine with European allies

4 weeks ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and top diplomat Marco Rubio will hold talks with European counterparts in Paris later on Thursday to discuss efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Ukraine's foreign minister and defence minister have arrived in the French capital to take part in the discussions. The talks, which UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy will also attend, form the highest level of transatlantic engagement about the war since February.
US to hold talks on Ukraine with European allies

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Victoria Bourne

Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and top diplomat Marco Rubio will hold talks with European counterparts in Paris later on Thursday to discuss efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Ukraine's foreign minister and defence minister have arrived in the French capital to take part in the discussions. The talks, which UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy will also attend, form the highest level of transatlantic engagement about the war since February.