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LONDON (Reuters) – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv on Wednesday to mark the country’s independence day, promising a further package of military support to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The 54 million pound ($63.5 million) package will include 2,000 drones and loitering munitions to enable the Ukrainian …

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LONDON (Reuters) – The British government and energy regulator Ofgem should consider what market reforms are needed to help households struggling with rising bills and reduce the risk of fuel poverty this winter, a government advisory body said in a letter. “There have clearly been consequences from market failures which have added significantly to bills,” …

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KYIV (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Boris Johnson lauded Ukraine for its “indomitable” resistance to Russia’s invasion during a surprise visit to Kyiv on Wednesday, and said now was not the time to promote a “flimsy plan for negotiation” with Moscow. Johnson, who is due to leave office next month, spoke at a joint news conference …

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LONDON (Reuters) – Britain’s Princess Diana was killed in a car crash 25 years ago, prompting mourning across the world. Here are some facts about Diana’s life: * Diana Spencer was born on July 1, 1961, into an aristocratic family, the third of four children of the then Viscount and Viscountess Althorp. * In 1977 …

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By Michael Holden and Sarah Mills LONDON (Reuters) – A quarter of a century after her death at the age of just 36, Princess Diana remains a source of fascination to people around the world and her fate still casts a shadow over the British royals. Diana was killed on Aug. 31, 1997, when the …

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(Reuters) – England’s white-ball captain Jos Buttler said he is hopeful he can fully recover from a calf injury and hit top gear in time for this year’s Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. The 31-year-old picked up the injury last week while playing for the Manchester Originals in The Hundred and has been ruled out …

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LONDON (Reuters) – Britain on Wednesday said it had launched talks with Kyiv over removing barriers digital trade as part of its efforts to support Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country. Britain in May removed all tariffs on Ukrainian goods, and is now looking to smooth trade in the digital sphere. “The UK stands …

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(Reuters) – England test captain Ben Stokes set an example and showed great leadership by opening up about his struggles with mental health, former skipper Joe Root said on Tuesday. Stokes kept the dialogue on mental health going as the all-rounder revealed he was still on anxiety medication after returning from a six-month break to …

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