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World - / Apr 18, 2026 - Britons opt for UK staycations as rising costs and travel concerns hit overseas trips - More people in the UK are choosing to holiday within the country this year, as rising fuel prices and concerns over international travel disrupt plans for trips abroad, according to a report by the Financial Times. The shift is already visible across

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World - / Apr 18, 2026 - 'Trust Trump, not panicans': Donald pushes 'the peace president' image after 'reopening' Hormuz - Donald Trump declared himself "The Peace President," claiming to have settled eight wars while simultaneously issuing stern warnings of military action against Iran if ongoing negotiations fail. He highlighted potential progress in West Asia, including a reported ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, though Iran disputed claims about the Strait of Hormuz.

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