The countries that formally recognise Palestine as a state – full list

The countries that formally recognise Palestine as a state –
full list

Multiple EU countries have moved this week to join the list of over 140 nations which formally recognise Palestine as a state. The leaders of Norway, Ireland and Spain confirmed on Wednesday morning that their countries would officially recognise Palestinian statehood, with this recognition formally taking effect from 28 May. The announcements, which were expected, … Read more

US weather: Millions of Americans told to shelter amid 2,000-mile belt of hail-hurling tornadoes

US weather: Millions of Americans told to shelter amid
2,000-mile belt of hail-hurling tornadoes

A sweltering moisture plume from Mexico will clash with Pacific gusts to plough the United States with a near 2,000-mile belt of hail-hurling tornadoes. More than 60 million people in the path of the storm have in the past 24 hours been urged to “move to safe shelter”. Volatile atmospheric conditions since spring threaten to … Read more

Major car brand pauses development of electric vehicles amid slump in demand from drivers

Major car brand pauses development of electric vehicles amid
slump in demand from drivers

Nissan has become the latest major manufacturer to delay further developments of its electric vehicle lineup, instead opting to “reshape plans”. The Japanese brand has paused development plans for two battery-powered sedans in the United States amid an industry-wide slump in electric car sales. As part of the restructuring in funding, Nissan will reportedly pause … Read more

Ryanair passengers 'panicked' on flight with pilot making emergency landing over 'smoking battery'

Ryanair passengers 'panicked' on flight with pilot making
emergency landing over 'smoking battery'

Passengers onboard a Ryanair flight from Tenerife to Edinburgh were left terrified after a “smoking battery” forced the pilot to make an emergency landing. The aircraft set off from Tenerife Airport at 8.45pm on Sunday, but half an hour later, the plane returned. One passenger – who praised staff for their response – said they … Read more

State pension triple lock could become 'more affordable and predictable' as inflation falls to 2.3 per cent

State pension triple lock could become 'more affordable and
predictable' as inflation falls to 2.3 per cent

If price inflation remains low, the state pension triple lock formula may produce “more predictable and affordable increases,” an expert has stated. The inflation cut will also put further pressure on the Bank of England to cut interest rates from their 16-year-high of 5.25 per cent, further easing squeezed finances for households. This creates a … Read more