Royal Mail fined £5.6m for Stockton delivery failures
Ofcom imposes hefty penalty on Royal Mail for missing delivery targets in Stockton-on-Tees, following investigation into service quality failures.
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Royal Mail Fury: Dead Ladybirds and Ruined Wedding Suits
Outraged customers are demanding answers from Royal Mail after a catastrophic delivery failure left packages containing dead insects, mouldy food, and ruined wedding attire. The service has been branded an 'absolute disgrace'.
Swedish Health Minister Collapses at Podium
Sweden's Health Minister Acko Ankarberg Johansson suffered a dramatic collapse during a live press conference in Stockholm. The minister fainted and fell to the floor while discussing the country's healthcare challenges, in a chilling incident caught on c
Australia Post Suspends All US Mail Services
Australia Post suspends all mail and parcel services to the United States, citing 'elevated security screening' by US authorities. The move leaves customers and businesses in limbo with no timeline for resolution.
Royal Mail's hidden secret on post boxes stuns nation
A fascinating royal secret hidden in plain sight on Britain's iconic red post boxes has been revealed, leaving many stunned by the historical detail they've never noticed.
Postal Worker's Crime Spree: Royal Mail Employee Terrorises Community
Mauro Paul Coluzzi, a Royal Mail postal worker, has been sentenced for a shocking campaign of theft, vandalism, and antisocial behaviour against his own community in a quiet UK town.
Police called to Downing Street in Starmer security scare
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's new government faces an immediate security test as police are called to Downing Street just hours after his historic election victory, while key cabinet appointments are finalised.
Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal
A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.
Royal Mail Profits Double Under Kretinsky's Takeover
Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.
Royal Mail trials solar-powered parcel lockers across UK
Royal Mail launches a pioneering trial of solar-powered parcel lockers across the UK, aiming to slash emissions and offer 24/7 parcel collection in a major sustainability push for the postal service.
Royal Mail's Parent Firm Secures Major US Postal Contract
Exclusive: Royal Mail's parent company, IDS, secures a pivotal 7-year contract with the US Postal Service to handle stateside parcel deliveries, aiming to reverse fortunes after a bruising year of losses and industrial disputes.
Ofcom: Royal Mail 'Unsustainable', Demands Three-Day Letter Delivery
Ofcom has issued a stark warning to Royal Mail, demanding urgent operational reforms and a shift to a three-day letter delivery service to address its 'unsustainable' financial situation and catastrophic service failures.
Royal Mail's Revolutionary Parcel Postbox Unveiled in UK
Royal Mail launches a groundbreaking new parcel postbox in Northampton, allowing customers to send pre-paid parcels 24/7, marking the first major redesign since 1852.
Royal Mail Chaos: Major Delays Hit UK Parcel Deliveries
Royal Mail customers in Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Nottingham, and Edinburgh face significant parcel delays and disruptions due to operational issues at key mail centres. The service provider apologises and works on a resolution.
Crime boss Kazem Hamad ordered out of Australia after attack
Notorious crime figure Kazem Hamad is at the centre of an international incident after Australia orders him out following a suspected anti-Semitic assault. The Iranian-born boss, linked to a violent gang war, is suspected of a brutal attack on a Jewish ma
Ireland summons Israeli envoy over Palestine comments
Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs has issued a formal rebuke to the Israeli Ambassador after what it deems 'unacceptable' criticism following Ireland's recognition of the State of Palestine.
UK Study Reveals Professions Most Likely to Cheat
A new UK data analysis uncovers the professions with the highest rates of infidelity, with finance and trades topping the list. Discover the surprising jobs linked to cheating and the reasons why.
Australia's Bold Diplomatic Move Against Iran Over Antisemitism
Australia takes decisive action against Iran, suspending high-level diplomatic ties in response to antisemitic attacks. Israel praises the move, but experts warn the political applause may be short-lived.
Albanese's Secret Iran Prisoner Negotiations Revealed
Exclusive insights into the secret diplomatic efforts by Australian PM Anthony Albanese to secure the release of academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from an Iranian prison. Discover the high-stakes negotiations and her courageous survival story.
US Postal Service Halts All Deliveries: UK Impact
An in-depth look at the unprecedented suspension of US Postal Service deliveries, the reasons behind the crisis, and what it means for international mail, UK businesses, and online shoppers.
Australia Post Suspends US Deliveries Over Security Scare
EXCLUSIVE: Australia Post has been forced to temporarily suspend its parcel deliveries to the United States following a major security incident, causing significant disruption for customers and businesses.
US Triggers Global Mail Crisis, Halts All Inbound Packages
Exclusive: The United States Postal Service has triggered an international mail crisis by ordering a halt on packages from Britain and other nations. This drastic move comes in response to former President Donald Trump's threat to withdraw from a key glob
Royal Mail fails to deliver one in four first-class letters on time
Shocking new data from Ofcom exposes a severe decline in Royal Mail's performance, with nearly 25% of first-class post failing to arrive on time. The regulator issues a stern warning as service standards plummet across the UK.
Global Visual Journey: The Guardian's Week in 20 Pictures
Embark on a stunning visual journey across the globe with The Guardian's latest photographic round-up. From Westminster's political dramas to serene global landscapes, this collection captures the defining moments of our time in 20 powerful images.
Royal Mail Misses Targets as Kretinsky Takeover Nears
Royal Mail faces a delivery crisis, missing crucial performance targets for the second year. As Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group finalises its acquisition, concerns mount over the future of the UK's postal service and potential regulatory act
Sir Tom Jones' Most Shocking Controversies and Feuds
From his bitter feud with The Voice to secret affairs and family heartbreak, delve into the tumultuous and headline-grabbing life of music legend Sir Tom Jones.
USPS Worker Pepper Sprays Dog in Shocking Camera Footage
A US Postal Service employee has been caught on camera indiscriminately pepper-spraying a family dog on a private porch in California. The distressing footage has ignited outrage and a formal investigation.
Police Chief quits over affair with aide in Bay Area scandal
A Californian city is reeling after a bombshell investigation revealed its married female Police Chief engaged in a clandestine and 'inappropriate relationship' with a senior male aide, prompting her abrupt resignation amid allegations of abuse of power a
Labour's rewilding plans a 'tinderbox' risk, warn farmers
Exclusive: Labour's ambitious rewilding policy faces a fierce backlash from the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which warns the plans could turn the British countryside into a dry, flammable tinderbox, dramatically increasing the risk of deva
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