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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.

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'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.

NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn

Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.

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.

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.

Gaza Water Crisis Triggers Deadly Paralysis Outbreak

Exclusive: A catastrophic water shortage in Gaza, exacerbated by Israeli restrictions, is triggering a deadly outbreak of acute flaccid paralysis. Aid agencies warn of a spiralling humanitarian disaster as fuel and clean water supplies run critically low.

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 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

Jimmy Carter honoured with USPS stamp at 99

Former US President Jimmy Carter is celebrated with a commemorative stamp by the US Postal Service, honouring his decades of public service and humanitarian efforts.

Gaza water crisis worsens amid heatwave

Amid a brutal heatwave, Palestinians in Gaza face severe water shortages, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Learn how the crisis is unfolding.

USPS worker stole £1M for Instagram glam

A former USPS employee in California has admitted to stealing more than £1 million in cheques to finance her extravagant social media posts, including luxury shopping sprees and exotic holidays.

Thames Water may face temporary nationalisation

The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under temporary state control as the debt-laden utility giant struggles to secure private investment. Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed warns of potential bill hikes for customers.

Albanese accuses Netanyahu of Gaza "denial"

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu of ignoring the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, escalating diplomatic tensions over the conflict.

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