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China and Beijing have accused the United States of violating international law after US forces seized the Russian tanker Marinera in the Atlantic, warning the move threatens global shipping security.

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How China and Beijing reacted to the US seizure of the Russian tanker Marinera in the Atlantic

London Zoo’s 2026 stocktake reveals rare births, endangered species gains and how ZSL’s 200-year science-led conservation network supports global breeding and extinction-prevention efforts.

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How London Zoo’s 2026 animal count shows the state of global wildlife conservation

M56 traffic faces up to 90-minute delays after a fuel spill closed two lanes between Runcorn and Elton on 8 January. Live updates, diversions and what drivers need to know.

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Why is M56 traffic at a standstill on 8 January after a fuel spill between Runcorn and Elton

US and UK special forces seized Russian-flagged tanker Bella 1 south of Iceland, targeting Venezuela’s shadow oil fleet. Navy SEALs, RAF aircraft and Russian naval moves confirmed.

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Russian-flagged tanker seized in Atlantic as US and UK enforce oil sanctions at sea

A UK secondary school in Nuneaton, Warwickshire has shut after a cyberattack disabled phones, email and safeguarding systems, forcing a full closure and phased return from 12 January.

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UK school in Warwickshire shuts after cyberattack cripples IT systems days after pupils returned

Ukraine has cleared the armoured Zmiy Droid 12.7 ground robot for combat. We detail its armour, AI targeting, mine resistance, FPV-drone survival and how it compares to NATO systems.

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Can Ukraine’s Zmiy Droid 12.7 mark the arrival of robotic ground warfare on Europe’s frontlines

Storm Goretti tomorrow: Met Office issues Amber warnings as heavy snow, 90mph winds and ice threaten major travel disruption across the UK on Thursday 8 January 2026

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Storm Goretti tomorrow (Thursday 8 January 2026): where the Amber warnings apply and how to check your risk

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Defence Secretary John Healey faced Parliament after the UK confirmed RAF and naval support for the US seizure of the Russian-linked Marinera oil tanker.

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Starmer and Healey face MPs after UK backs US seizure of Russian-linked Marinera tanker

Stuart Levien of NHS Derby DrivAbility warns that UK eye tests for drivers over 70 may miss serious medical risks as DVLA reforms take effect and specialist assessment centres close.

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Eye tests over 70 driving: NHS clinicians raise alarm over DVLA reform (Derby DrivAbility exclusive)

Netflix Stranger Things conformity rumours claim a secret episode nine will air on 7 January 2026. We explain what the viral Facebook posts say, what Netflix confirmed and what really exists.

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Netflix Stranger Things conformity rumour: is there really a secret episode nine coming on 7 January

Lambeth road closures run from 14 January to 27 February 2026 across Brixton, Tulse Hill, Clapham and Streatham. See which streets are closed, for how long and how London traffic will be affected.

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What is known about Lambeth road closures in January–February 2026 — and which routes will be hit hardest

Black ice and winter roadworks overload the UK road network on 7 January 2026 as the M8, M62, M4 and A55 face delays, closures and commuter pressure. Live routes and travel advice.

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7 January 2026: UK road network overloaded as M8, M62, M4 and A55 struggle with ice, closures and commuter demand

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