EU Approves New Sanctions on Russia in Push for Ukraine Cease-fire
The European Union approved a new package of sanctions on Russia on Tuesday, targeting covert oil exports, days after the top E.U. The push comes as questions mount about how the United States will approach future sanctions. After a call between President Trump and Mr. Putin on Monday, the White House backed off its demand that Russia declare an immediate cease-fire. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said at a news conference that it was unclear whether the United States would join with Europe in stepping up sanctions. nations have imposed extensive sanctions on Russia since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Source:The Times
May 21, 2025 12:04 UTC
Community drop-in service to improve access to primary care
A GP practice set up a community health service in a foodbank. This initiative won the Nursing in Primary Care category in the 2024 Nursing Times Awards. Abstract To improve access to primary care and reduce health inequalities, a GP practice secured funding for an advanced nurse practitioner to develop a one-stop community health shop in a local food bank. Citation: Shearer R (2025) Community drop-in service to improve access to primary care. We received funding from the primary care network to run the service as a four-hour weekly session for six months.
Source:The Times
May 21, 2025 10:28 UTC
Newark airport sees fourth air traffic control outage in 3 weeks
Read our Privacy noticeNewark Liberty Airport, one of the busiest airports in the country, experienced its fourth air traffic communication outage in three weeks on Tuesday, amid concerns of aging systems and ongoing air traffic controller staffing shortages. open image in gallery The latest outage affected the Philadelphia air traffic control center, which manages flights at Newark Airport ( Getty Images )These failures left air traffic controllers in Philadelphia unable to see or communicate with planes around Newark for up to 90 seconds on April 28 and May 9. The Newark Airport air traffic controller explained how stressful the environment already is, and when outages occur, it can be devastating. “Being at the controls without any of our signals is like trying to dodge mines without a mine detector,” the Newark Airport air traffic controller told The Times. “The staff shortages are only going to get worse,” the air traffic controller said.
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May 21, 2025 07:45 UTC
Israel Wavers as Far Right and Military Disagree on Gaza Strategy
For months, Israel has tried to pressure Hamas by both threatening a major new ground offensive in Gaza and simultaneously cutting off aid to the territory. On Monday, Israel made a U-turn on aid, allowing a few trucks of food to enter Gaza. On aid, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must balance right-wing political allies who oppose sending food to Gaza, and foreign allies — including the Trump administration — who feared the blockade would lead to famine. The equivocation over the ground invasion reflects Mr. Netanyahu’s need to satisfy far-right cabinet ministers, who are pushing for the full re-occupation of Gaza, and Israel’s top generals, who believe such a move would be difficult to sustain and dangerous to hostages held in Gaza. “Netanyahu, as always, prefers to buy time and not to decide,” said Daniel B. Shapiro, a former U.S. ambassador to Israel.
Source:The Times
May 21, 2025 06:47 UTC
Ireland solidifies spot as leading hub for international students after Brexit
With the UK introducing stricter visa policies and significantly higher tuition for EU students, Ireland seized the moment to present itself as a stable, student-focused alternative. These services are not afterthoughts—they are foundational pillars that help international students thrive, both personally and professionally.Ireland’s post-study work policies are among the most progressive in Europe. For ambitious students, Ireland offers not just education but a career launchpad.Cost is often a major factor for students and families choosing to study abroad. The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) offers a full tuition waiver and a €10,000 stipend. International students are not viewed as short-term consumers but as future contributors to society and the economy.
Source:The Times
May 21, 2025 06:20 UTC
Keir Starmer net worth: How much is the UK PM worth?
UK PM Keir Starmer (File photo)When you think of Keir Starmer, the first things that probably come to mind are his calm demeanor, sharp suits, and serious tone in Parliament. So how much is the current UK Prime Minister actually worth?Born in 1962 in Southwark, London, Starmer was raised in a working-class family; his father was a toolmaker, and his mother a nurse. Upon becoming Prime Minister in 2024, his salary increased to around £160,000 annually, as per reports . His pension from his tenure as DPP is valued at approximately £700,000 .Despite his wealth, Starmer maintains a relatively modest lifestyle. Starmer often references his working-class roots, emphasizing experiences like financial struggles during his youth, to connect with the public .As of 2025, Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, has an estimated net worth ranging between £7 million and £15 million reportedly.
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May 21, 2025 05:26 UTC
Second Man Charged Over Fires at Properties Linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer
A second man has been charged over fires at two properties and a car linked to the British prime minister, Keir Starmer. The man, Stanislav Carpiuc, a Romanian national who was born in Ukraine, appeared in a London court on Tuesday charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life. Mr. Carpiuc, 26, who appeared in court wearing a blue hoodie and khaki trousers, spoke to confirm his name, date of birth and employment details through a Russian language interpreter. Prosecutor Sarah Przybylska told the hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court that the case involved three fires that were all “set at locations linked to the Prime Minister” within the last two weeks.
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May 21, 2025 04:05 UTC
"Thank you, Britain!": Zelenskyy after call with UK PM on new British sanctions on Russia
"I spoke with UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer. I thanked him for the new British sanctions, which help pressure Russia toward peace. "Keir and I discussed the key elements of our diplomatic efforts and the potential meetings that could really ensure a ceasefire and progress toward lasting peace. We also discussed yesterday's conversation with President Trump, as well as our joint actions within the Coalition of the Willing. Thank you, Britain!"
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May 21, 2025 02:39 UTC
Trump ‘wants UK to boost defence spending to 3% by 2029’
President Trump’s administration wants Britain to raise its defence spending by tens of billions of pounds to set an example in Europe, The Times understands. Pentagon chiefs have told their British counterparts that the US president would be “happier” if the UK increased its budget so that it hit 3 per cent of GDP by the end of this parliament in 2029, years earlier than planned. In February Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, welcomed the announcement that UK defence spending would rise to 2.5 per cent by 2027. The current level of 2.3 per cent was deemed to be an “irritant” in Washington. However, America does not believe that the increase goes far enough, according to a senior US official speaking on the condition
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May 21, 2025 02:38 UTC
UK, EU hail new partnership deal, but questions remain
Keir Starmer, Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa (AP)Will the agreement boost UK economic growth ? Does the deal mean a loss of UK sovereignty? "To 'consider' participation is not a commitment to deploy, and as such does not compromise government sovereignty in any way," he said. "The real meat, the question of UK participation in defence industrial cooperation, is left still to be done," said Ian Bond, deputy director at the Centre for European Reform. Any disputes will ultimately be settled by the European Court of Justice.The UK will have little influence over future rules affecting its own territory, said Tom Bradshaw, president of the main farming union NFU.
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May 21, 2025 01:49 UTC
Times letters: Healthy dose of pragmatism in UK-EU reset
Write to letters@thetimes.co.ukSir, The prime minister’s reset is an important step in the right direction. If it goes well in practice further renegotiations will surely follow that work in the economic interests of both the UK and our European neighbours. So just for once it would be pleasing if the Tories and other opposition parties responded positively to a government initiative that acts in the best interests of the country at large, instead of reacting with kneejerk critical comments about “betraying” the electorate (“Rapprochement”, leading article, May 20). The only betrayal that took place in 2016, and subsequently, was the one perpetrated by Boris Johnson, who placed personal ambition and political capital above the interests of the British people. Kemi Badenoch would
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May 21, 2025 01:04 UTC
Man United and Spurs may stink this season but final is still about glory
Here’s what Danny Blanchflower got wrong about football and glory. Sometimes it really doesn’t matter how you win. And, for Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, this is one of those times. The precise origin of a quote that has come to define a football philosophy is uncertain. What is not in dispute, however, is what was said: “The great fallacy is that the game is first and last about winning.
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May 20, 2025 19:30 UTC
Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2: Release date, episode schedule and where to watch in US and UK
Nicole Kidman returns in the lead role. They attend a wellness retreat led by Masha Dmitrichenko, played by Nicole Kidman. The connection to Season 1 is through Masha’s character.David E. Kelley is one of the creators of the show. Other producers include Bruna Papandrea, Nicole Kidman and Per Saari. New cast members include Henry Golding, Annie Murphy, Christine Baranski, Mark Strong, and others.The season starts May 21 with two episodes on Hulu.
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May 20, 2025 18:57 UTC
Lee Sansum, beloved bodyguard who shielded Princess Diana and her sons, dies suddenly at 63, royal fans mourn loss of a quiet hero of the palace
Who was Lee Sansum to Princess Diana? FAQs(You can now subscribe to our(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channelRoyal fans are mourning the sudden death of Lee Sansum , the beloved former bodyguard who once guarded Princess Diana and her sons. His wife, Kate, broke the devastating news on social media.His wife remembers him as a "soul mate" and "hero" who served with dignity and left a lasting legacy. "Lee Sansum was a former Royal Military Police officer who worked as a bodyguard for Princess Diana and her sons, William and Harry.Lee died suddenly at the age of 63 from a heart attack at home. In a heartfelt tribute, his wife Kate described him as her "soul mate" and "hero".
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May 20, 2025 18:25 UTC
U.K. Unveils New Sanctions on Russia After Unprecedented Drone Attack
Britain on Tuesday announced new sanctions against Russia following what officials described as the largest-ever drone attack on Ukraine over the weekend. The sanctions target “entities supporting Russia’s military machine, energy exports and information war,” the British Foreign Office said in a statement. They also apply to financial institutions accused of funding Russia’s war effort. and other Western sanctions are having a severe effect on Russia’s economy,” the Foreign Office said. “Every rouble by which we cut Kremlin revenues diminishes Putin’s ability to sow chaos, division and disorder across the world.”
Source:The Times
May 20, 2025 18:21 UTC