UK Builds Iron Dome Defence as Russia Threat Grows
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
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Bondi attacker on ASIO watchlist before father's gun licence
Suspected Bondi gunman Naveed Akram was interviewed by anti-terror police years before the attack. ASIO had monitored him, but deemed him no ongoing risk. Read the full investigation.
Sydney Attack: Rabbi and Girl's Final Hanukkah Moments
Heartbreaking footage shows Rabbi Eli Schlanger and 10-year-old Matilda celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach before the deadly Sydney attack. Read the full story.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Minns Recalls Parliament for Tougher NSW Gun Laws
NSW Premier Chris Minns recalls parliament to tighten gun laws, including ownership limits and police powers, following the Bondi terror attack. Read the full details.
PM's Gun Law Push After Bondi Attack Faces Resistance
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese vows to tighten Australia's firearms laws following the Bondi terror incident, facing opposition from gun groups and the Nationals who call it a 'distraction' from antisemitism.
Bondi gunman got firearms licence in 2023 after son's ASIO probe
NSW Police Commissioner corrects timeline on terrorist's gun licence, revealing 2023 approval. Attack linked to ISIS ideology, sparking urgent firearms law reforms. Full details.
Sydney's Suburbs Hold 'Frightening Concentration' of Guns
Data reveals a dense concentration of licensed firearms in Sydney's suburbs, prompting a major review of gun laws after the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Read about the proposed reforms.
Salford shooting: Two men arrested after e-bike attack
A woman in her 20s was injured in a targeted shooting on Wally Square. Greater Manchester Police have arrested two men and appeal for witnesses.
Live grenade seized in Sydney suburb attack
A live grenade and multiple firearms seized after a violent home invasion in Tallawong. Police investigate whether grenades were thrown in the attack that shook the peaceful suburb. #SydneyCrime
Sydney Schools Lockdown After Toy Firearms Scare
Multiple schools in Sydney's Beaumont Hills were placed in lockdown after a person was seen with what appeared to be firearms. Police have since confirmed the items were toys. Read the full story.
Wrong address shootings test 'stand your ground' laws
A series of tragic shootings in the US, where individuals mistakenly went to the wrong property, are testing the limits of controversial 'stand your ground' laws. Explore the legal and human impact.
Man gets 4 years for killing mugger in Queens
Charles Foehner, 67, will serve four years in prison after a plea deal for fatally shooting a would-be mugger. The case revealed a large illegal weapons cache. Read the full story.
Australia reviews anti-hate laws, bans neo-Nazi return
Australia's Attorney-General announces review of anti-hate legislation and confirms South African neo-Nazi will not be allowed back into the country. Read the latest developments.
Asylum seekers housed near police firearms test site
Government plans to house 600 asylum seekers at a military camp near a police firearms training centre spark outrage. Campaigners warn of re-traumatisation risks for those fleeing war zones. Read the full report.
Police Officer Jailed for Taking Home Shotguns
A serving police officer is behind bars after taking home six shotguns and other weapons surrendered to him. Alan Sharp pleaded guilty to firearms charges and wilful neglect of duty. Read the full story.
Teacher shot by six-year-old pupil: Heroic survival story
First-grade educator Abigail Zwerner shows extraordinary courage after being critically wounded by a six-year-old student at Richneck Elementary School. The shocking incident has sparked nationwide debates on school safety and firearms access.
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