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Watchdogs condemn MOD's secret £7bn Afghan airlift spending

Spending watchdogs deliver a blistering condemnation of the Ministry of Defence's secretive and chaotic £7 billion Afghan airlift, exposed by the Daily Mail, which was approved without taxpayer knowledge or Parliamentary scrutiny.

Trump's Grand Military Parade Ambition Returns

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning an extravagant military parade to showcase US strength, drawing inspiration from France's Bastille Day and raising questions about its multi-million dollar price tag.

Farage in firestorm over NHS 'disgrace' comments

Nigel Farage faces a furious backlash from military chiefs and the public after suggesting the NHS is a 'disgrace' and criticising the UK's defence budget on a live Question Time leaders' special.

Trump Warns UK Faces Defeat in Major War Without US

Ex-President Donald Trump delivers a stark warning to the UK, claiming the nation would be defenceless in a major conflict without American backing. His comments come amid ongoing debates about European defence spending.

Maroon 5's New Album Flops on Billboard Chart

Maroon 5's latest album, 'Jordi', fails to make a significant impact on the Billboard 200 chart, sparking criticism from fans who believe the band has 'fallen off' and abandoned its original sound for generic pop.

Pentagon's Hegseth Sacks DIA Director Kruse

Defence Intelligence Agency Director Jeffrey Kruse has been removed from his post by Pentagon Chief of Staff Pete Hegseth following a damning inspector general's report into 'inappropriate conduct'. The internal investigation revealed a pattern of unprofe

UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps

Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms

Royal Navy's £1bn 'Lame Duck' Destroyer Sidelined

The Royal Navy's state-of-the-art £1 billion Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond has been declared non-operational, with critical engine defects preventing its deployment to assist Ukraine. Defence sources reveal the vessel, plagued by power failures, is stuck

UK's Biggest £200m EuroMillions Jackpot Won!

A single UK ticket-holder has made history by winning the entire £200 million EuroMillions jackpot, the largest prize ever offered in British lottery history. The life-changing draw results are in.

Trump: I'd let Russia attack NATO nations not paying

In a stunning revelation, former President Donald Trump stated he would not protect NATO countries failing to meet defence spending targets and would even 'encourage' Russian aggression against them, causing international alarm and raising serious questio

20 Best Short Books You Can Read in a Day

Discover the finest short novels and novellas for busy readers. Our curated list from The Independent features masterpieces by George Orwell, Kazuo Ishiguro, and more, all under 200 pages for instant literary satisfaction.

Trump and Starmer clash over NATO spending

Former US President Donald Trump and UK Labour leader Keir Starmer engage in a fiery debate over NATO defence spending, sparking political tensions as elections loom.

UK pledges 2.5% GDP defence spending by 2030

The British government has pledged to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, ensuring the nation is prepared for escalating global security challenges.

Jay-Z & Beyoncé eye £200M Bel Air mansion

Music power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé are reportedly exploring a stunning £200 million Bel Air mansion, adding to their impressive real estate portfolio. Discover the details of their latest potential acquisition.

Pentagon credit card fraud: Billions wasted

A close ally of Donald Trump has called for urgent action after revelations of widespread Pentagon credit card fraud, with billions spent at casinos and nightclubs. The scandal raises serious questions about financial oversight in the US defence departmen

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