Newsletter Nov 9, 2023

Pro-Palestinian London Rally To Go Ahead Despite Govt Concerns

A pro-Palestinian rally looks set to take place in London on Saturday, despite government concerns that it could clash with the solemn annual commemorations for Britain's military war dead.

Oil Slumps Below $80 As Stocks Wobble

Brent crude fell below $80 per barrel for the first time since July on Wednesday, while stocks struggled, as concerns about the economic outlook weighed on investors.

UK Housing Market Poised for Recovery as Savills Forecasts Bottoming Out in 2024

Savills, a fancy estate agency, says that the worst might be over, and house prices are expected to stop falling by next summer.

Labour Shadow Minister Quits Front Bench over Gaza Stance

Tens of thousands of people continue to rally in support of a ceasefire, amid police warnings that anyone showing support for Hamas could face arrest.

Lloyd's Of London Pays Out Over Slave Trade Links

Lloyd's of London, the insurance market, said Wednesday it would spend GBP52 million ($64 million) on racial-equality causes after a report found it played a "significant role" in the transatlantic slave trade.

US Strikes Iran-linked Weapons Storage Site In Syria

US warplanes carried out a strike on an Iran-linked weapons storage facility in eastern Syria on Wednesday in response to attacks against American personnel, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

In Devastated Gaza With The Israeli Military

Gaza City's suburbs began to appear after about 30 minutes of navigating broken roads.

Meta To Require Political Ads Reveal AI Altered Images

Meta on Wednesday said that advertisers will soon have to disclose when artificial intelligence (AI) or other software is used to create or alter imagery or audio in political ads.

Amsterdam To Implement Highest Tourist Tax In Europe, Way More Than Paris, Barcelona

Amsterdam is one of the most visited European cities by tourists from across the globe.

2023 Set To Become The Hottest Year On Record, Warn Scientists

Scientists reportedly believe that the effects of El Niño have also contributed to the increase in heat.

Turkish Parliament Bans Coca-Cola, Nestle From Premises

Turkey's government has accused these multinational companies of supporting Israel.

£850m Space Mission Sends Back First Images from Euclid Space Telescope

The European Space Agency's ambitious mission, valued at €1 billion (equivalent to £850 million), has a primary focus on unravelling the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.

Football 'Hooligans' Plan To Protect Remembrance Day From Pro-Palestine Protesters

A protest against "Israel's war on Gaza" is reportedly being planned by pro-Palestinian groups this Saturday.