UK is under attack from Putin’s cyber army, warns Yvette Cooper

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

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Yvette Cooper has warned the UK is under attack from Putin's cyber army, Japan has issued a 'megaquake' warning after 33 injured by a powerful tremor, and a warning has been issued after a new mpox strain identified in England.

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1 | UK is under attack from Putin's cyber army, warns Yvette Cooper

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2 | Japan issues first 'megaquake' warning after 33 injured by powerful tremor

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3 | Warning issued after new mpox strain identified in England

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4 | Nurse Sandie Peggie wins harassment claim against NHS Fife

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