Three ways latest Middle East crisis could make life more expensive in the UK

Russia is modernizing its nuclear weapons storage facilities in Kaliningrad, which holds at least 100 atomic missiles, amid rising global tensions. Satellite images reveal significant upgrades at key sites, including the Asipovichy base in Belarus and Novaya Zemlya, where preparations for potential nuclear tests are underway, raising concerns about military escalations near NATO borders. Need More Context? 🔎

Meijer is recalling certain packages of Frederik’s Dark Chocolate Almonds because they may contain undeclared dark chocolate-covered cashews, posing a serious risk to those with cashew allergies. The affected products, sold in six states, have specific sell-by dates, and customers can return them for a full refund; no illnesses have been reported. Need More Context? 🔎

On June 17, 2025, MPs in the UK voted 379 to 137 to decriminalise abortion by including an amendment in the Crime and Policing Bill, allowing women to terminate pregnancies outside existing legal limits. The approved Clause 1, introduced by Labour MP Tonia Antoniazzi, aims to stop the prosecution of women for ending their own pregnancies while maintaining penalties for medical professionals who violate abortion laws. Need More Context? 🔎

An Airbnb guest, Johnathan Newbury, 33, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for mowing down holidaymakers Abdalrhman Ali and Ryan Jones during a dispute over a double-booked apartment in Cardiff. Armed with a zombie knife, Newbury and his associates pursued the victims in a vehicle, deliberately striking them after a confrontation over their shared booking. Need More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump, departing early from the G7 summit in Canada, labeled Iran's supreme leader an "easy target" but stated the U.S. won't assassinate him "at least for now." As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, Trump called for "unconditional surrender" from Iran and urged its citizens to flee, while British Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted a lack of indication from Trump on U.S. involvement in de-escalation efforts. Need More Context? 🔎

The man who received a restraining order for stalking British tennis player Emma Raducanu earlier this year attempted to apply for Wimbledon tickets but was blocked by the All England Club's security system due to his red-flagged status. Raducanu, 22, had previously been distressed by his presence at multiple tournaments, leading to police intervention and a restraining order. Need More Context? 🔎