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Global oil prices fell nearly 20% in 2025, the steepest annual decline since 2020.It marked the third consecutive year of losses for the oil market. Analysts blame a heavily oversupplied market despite conflicts in key producing regions.Crude briefly fell below $60 a barrel for the first time in almost five years. The International Energy Agency expects supply to exceed demand by 3.8m barrels a day.Opec has delayed planned output increases, but production remains high. Brent crude ended the year near $61 a barrel, down from about $74 a year earlier.US oil prices recorded a similar annual fall. Weak global growth…

Photographers have captured endearing images of grey seal pups at Donna Nook Nature Reserve on the Lincolnshire coast.Hundreds of visitors visit the site each year during the pupping season, which runs from October to December. This year, 1,924 pups were born at the reserve, an increase of 274 on last year.Last season had seen a notable drop in numbers. Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust said all adult seals have now returned to sea.Twelve pups remain visible from the viewing area near Louth.

Gold and silver closed the year with intense volatility after a powerful rally. Both metals moved toward their strongest annual gains since 1979. Trading remained unsettled in the final sessions. Investors reacted to shifting policy signals, geopolitical stress, and unstable markets. Gold prices advanced more than 60 percent over the year. The metal reached a record peak above 4,549 dollars per ounce. Prices eased after Christmas. Gold traded near 4,330 dollars per ounce on New Year’s Eve. Silver showed similar turbulence. The metal hovered around 71 dollars per ounce at year end. Earlier, silver climbed to an all-time high of…

TikTok’s U.S. operations are set to remain in the country after a successful sale to American investors. Oracle and Silver Lake are among the companies acquiring the platform, a move welcomed by lawmakers from both parties. The deal addresses concerns about data privacy, national security, and job protection while allowing U.S. creators to continue using the platform. Lawmakers praised the agreement as a solution that balances regulation with innovation. TikTok has grown into one of the most popular social media platforms in the U.S., hosting millions of creators and users. The sale ensures that Americans can maintain access to the…

Meta has agreed to acquire the Chinese-founded artificial intelligence start-up Manus. The company wants to strengthen its technology as competition in AI accelerates. Meta said the deal would enhance its core systems. Market estimates point to billion-dollar deal Analysts from Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal estimated the acquisition above two billion dollars. Meta has not released official financial details. The valuation reflects strong confidence in Manus technology. AI agents remain central to Meta plans Meta said the purchase would expand access to advanced digital agents. These tools can plan journeys, build presentations, and manage complex workflows. Meta said agents…

West Ham United are preparing a bid for Jørgen Strand Larsen as they battle relegation.Manager Nuno Espírito Santo wants attacking reinforcements in January. Wolverhampton Wanderers are believed to value the striker at £40m.Strand Larsen has scored three league goals this season but netted 14 last year after joining from Celta Vigo. West Ham sit 18th and see a new striker as vital to survival.They are set to loan Niclas Füllkrug to AC Milan. Alternative targets include Ellis Simms and Haji Wright.West Ham are also pushing to sign Adama Traoré from Fulham.

Ukraine dismissed Russian accusations of a drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow spread false claims to disrupt peace efforts. He accused Russia of manufacturing a pretext for further aggression. Ukrainian officials said Ukraine carried out no such operation. Russia Reports Alleged Overnight Drone Attack Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed Ukraine launched 91 long-range drones overnight. He said the drones targeted Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region. Russian authorities did not disclose Putin’s whereabouts at the time. Moscow said it would reassess its approach to peace negotiations. Kyiv Describes Claims as…

Sam Altman has advertised a $555,000-a-year role to oversee the most serious risks posed by artificial intelligence.The new head of preparedness at OpenAI will be tasked with anticipating and mitigating threats from increasingly powerful AI systems. The role includes safeguarding against risks to mental health, cybersecurity and biological weapons.It also involves preparing for scenarios where advanced AIs could train themselves or behave unpredictably. Altman described the position as “stressful” and said the successful candidate would enter “the deep end” immediately.Previous occupants of similar roles have reportedly stayed only briefly. The job comes amid growing concern within the industry.Mustafa Suleyman warned…

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky said Florida talks pushed efforts to end the Ukraine war forward. Trump said difficult and unresolved issues still remain. Both leaders described the meeting as constructive and positive. Trump said territorial disputes continue to block a final agreement. Russia maintains demands for additional Ukrainian land. Borders and land shape the talks Speaking at Mar-a-Lago, Zelensky said negotiators agreed on ninety percent of a twenty point peace plan. Trump said talks nearly completed security guarantees for Ukraine. He placed completion at roughly ninety five percent. Zelensky said further negotiations would take place next week. Ukrainian and…

A major winter storm is causing widespread flight delays and cancellations across the United States. Airlines and airports report significant disruptions as heavy snow and strong winds impact travel schedules. Airports in the Northeast, Midwest, and parts of the South are experiencing the highest levels of delays. Travelers are facing longer wait times, rescheduled flights, and temporary closures of runways due to snow accumulation. Airlines have announced cancellations on numerous domestic and regional routes. Passengers are advised to check flight status online before heading to airports. Many carriers are offering flexible rebooking options to accommodate affected travelers. Weather officials warn…