A giant huntsman spider was discovered in a box of bananas at a school in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire. The spider travelled over 3,000 miles from the Ivory Coast. Discover the full story and public reaction.
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Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Severe disruption hits one of Britain's busiest rail routes as emergency repairs continue following significant landslip in Cumbria, with passengers facing extended delays and replacement services.
Passengers face severe delays and cancellations on key West Coast Main Line services between Scotland and England following overhead wire damage near Preston.
Vladimir Putin deploys cutting-edge nuclear submarine to Cuba in calculated show of force, bringing Russian military power alarmingly close to American shores amid escalating tensions.
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Emergency services respond to serious incident near Preston causing widespread cancellations and severe delays on Avanti West Coast routes with major impact on travel between Scotland and England.
President Alassane Ouattara secures overwhelming fourth term in Ivory Coast election marked by opposition boycott and low turnout, extending his decade-long rule.
Côte d'Ivoire heads to the polls in a high-stakes presidential election that could redefine the nation's political landscape, with rivals uniting to challenge incumbent Alassane Ouattara's long-standing rule.
A dramatic security breach unfolded at a US Coast Guard base in California as an armed driver smashed through gates in a truck, triggering an intensive lockdown and raising serious questions about military installation security protocols.
In a groundbreaking political decision, Ivory Coast appoints Tidjane Thiam as the head of a significant West African banking institution, marking a historic moment for Ivorian leadership in regional finance.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver delivers brutal verdict on Avanti West Coast's catering, calling train food 'so bad' and highlighting ongoing service issues on key rail route.
Political tensions escalate in Ivory Coast as President Alassane Ouattara seeks unprecedented fourth term, triggering violent protests and international concern over democratic stability in West Africa.
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
In a dramatic international friendly, Ivory Coast's Elephants secured a stunning 2-1 victory against Mexico, with Nicolas Pépé's late penalty sealing the win at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Estonian security forces have detained suspects accused of plotting attacks on defence ministry buildings in a coordinated sabotage campaign linked to Russian intelligence operations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky makes desperate appeal for Western air defence systems during Copenhagen summit as UK announces new military aid package.
In a landmark meeting that signals a major strategic shift, Australian and Indian defence ministers have pledged to significantly deepen military cooperation and expand joint exercises, creating a formidable partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
Britain's top military leaders warn that climate change has become an immediate national security threat, with extreme weather disrupting operations and straining defence resources across the UK.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs landmark security agreement with PNG, strengthening Australia's strategic position in the Pacific region amid growing regional tensions.
Lithuania approves construction of a first-line defence system along its borders with Belarus and Russia, marking a significant hardening of NATO's eastern frontier amid regional security concerns.
In a landmark move for South American security cooperation, Argentina and Paraguay have signed a comprehensive defence agreement allowing military forces to operate across borders during joint operations.
Tracing the extraordinary life of Field Marshal Lord Guthrie of Craigiebank, from Cold War commander to chief of defence staff who transformed Britain's military.
Exclusive police intelligence reveals human smugglers are redirecting small boat crossings to Devon and Cornwall coastlines as border enforcement intensifies along traditional Kent routes. Authorities warn of dangerous new patterns emerging in Channel cro
Sir Keir Starmer makes definitive commitment to UK's nuclear defence programme during Scottish visit, ending speculation about Labour's stance on Trident renewal.
Exclusive: UK military leaders engage in urgent talks with European counterparts to establish an advanced aerial defence network stretching from Norway to eastern flank nations.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer strengthens UK's global security stance through strategic partnership with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen, focusing on NATO cooperation and defence manufacturing.
Senior European defence officials reveal unprecedented security threats from Russian drone attacks and sabotage operations, creating the most volatile security environment since 1945.
Exclusive: Qatar in advanced talks for unprecedented NATO security guarantee, positioning itself as Israel's key Arab partner in Middle East defence strategy. Diplomatic sources reveal nation preparing for potential Trump administration return.