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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
Reports have emerged of gunfire after at least two merchant vessels attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Reuters citing maritime sources. Iran is said to have reversed a brief reopening of the waterway, accusing the United States of failing to meet obligations under a ceasefire arrangement. UK Maritime Trade Operations reports a separate incident near the strait, northeast of Oman. A tanker captain told the Royal […]
The records that defined a generation still sound just as good today Some albums don’t just age well, they stay with you. Whether you played them on cassette, CD or had them on repeat on early MP3 players, these records are hitting milestone anniversaries and are well worth another listen. (What's the Story) Morning Glory? Still one of the biggest British albums of all time. Packed with anthems that still […]
Iran’s foreign minister has indicated the Strait of Hormuz is completely open during the remaining period of a ceasefire. Seyed Abbas Aragchi said all commercial vessels would be able to pass through the route. The US president also repeated a number of claims linked to the Iran war during remarks at a Turning Point event, including criticism of NATO, references to US military strength and assertions about winning the conflict. […]
From Saturday night TV to today’s spotlight If you grew up in the 80s and 90s, these were the faces you saw everywhere. From music and TV to sport and film, they helped define an era. So where are they now? Ant and Dec From teenage pop duo PJ & Duncan to two of the biggest names in British TV. They’re still front and centre on shows like Saturday night […]
Sir Olly Robbins, the most senior civil servant at the Foreign Office, is set to leave his role after the prime minister and the foreign secretary lost confidence in him. The move follows revelations that Peter Mandelson failed vetting for top level security clearance, but the decision was overruled. The government says officials granted clearance without informing ministers. Donald Trump says Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a ten day […]
Because some programmes never lose their magic There’s something comforting about going back to a TV show you loved. No endless scrolling, no taking a chance on something new, just guaranteed entertainment. Whether it’s for nostalgia or simply great storytelling, these classics are well worth another watch. Friends Still one of the easiest watches out there. Quick episodes, brilliant characters, and jokes that still land. Perfect if you just want […]
Two people have been arrested after an attempted arson attack on a north London synagogue, according to the Metropolitan Police. The incident in Finchley is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime. Officers arrested a forty seven year old woman in Watford on suspicion of arson endangering life, and later detained a forty six year old man on the same suspicion. Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey says the central […]
Keeping fit without the punishment Once you hit 40 and beyond, fitness stops being about chasing a six-pack and starts being about feeling good, staying mobile, and keeping energy levels up for everyday life. The good news is you don’t need to live in the gym to make a real difference. It’s not about doing more, it’s about doing better Back in your 20s, you could smash a late night, […]
A thirty day waiver on Iranian oil sanctions introduced last month to ease pressure on global energy supplies is due to expire this weekend. The Treasury has confirmed it will not be extended, despite wider US action including a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for around one fifth of global oil and liquefied gas shipments. The waiver, issued on 20 March, allowed around 140 million barrels […]
