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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.

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.

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.

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?

Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years

The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.

Driver-Only Trains: UK Rail Debate Explained

Explore the complex debate over driver-only operated trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO, its safety record, and how it affects millions of passengers daily.

Driver-only trains debate divides UK railways

Explore the complex debate around driver-only operation trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO while operators defend its safety record. Discover how this affects millions of passengers daily.

New Oxford-Milton Keynes Rail Line Delayed Until 2026

A key East West Rail link between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces a 2026 delay due to a 'driver-only operation' dispute with the RMT union, which warns of industrial action. Discover the implications.

15,528 violent crimes on UK railways last year

Damning figures reveal nearly 16,000 violent crimes occurred on trains or at stations, with 40 attacks daily. Read the full investigation into Britain's railway safety crisis.

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