Switzerland votes on mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
An NHS paramedic reveals the 10 common flu symptoms that rarely require a 999 call, as emergency services face record winter demand. Learn when to seek help.
The NHS is reminding the public that urgent dental care is available for severe pain, swelling, or injury. Find out if you qualify and how to get help within 24 hours.
The NHS urges the public to call 111 if they notice a throbbing pain or swelling in just one leg, a potential sign of a dangerous blood clot. Learn the symptoms and risks of DVT.
Confused about where to get urgent NHS medical help that isn't a 999 emergency? This guide explains how the NHS 111 service works 24/7 to direct you to the right care.
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
The Crown Prosecution Service is set for significant reforms after a damning report revealed systemic failures in case handling and communication with victims.
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
Ofcom launches formal investigation into Royal Mail after it missed first and second class delivery targets, raising concerns about postal service reliability across the UK.
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
A grieving father recounts the harrowing moment he watched his son die after the NHS 111 service failed to dispatch an ambulance despite urgent pleas for help.
Major Vodafone service disruption affects mobile and broadband users nationwide. Company confirms network issues and works on resolution as frustrated customers report widespread connectivity problems.
Thousands of Vodafone broadband customers are set to receive compensation following a significant service outage that left households and businesses without internet connectivity for extended periods.
Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride faces backlash after suggesting civil servants should implement Tory policies 'in a way that is consistent with their objectives' in major breach of ministerial code.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveils controversial mandatory national service for teenagers, facing immediate backlash from opposition and military experts who question its feasibility and funding.
Exclusive: Build-A-Bear Workshop employee suspended after viral video shows shocking confrontation with customer's assistance dog in Manchester store. Disability rights groups demand action.
A critical intelligence gap in New York City, following the dismantling of a key Secret Service network, has sparked a major security review ahead of high-profile events.
A grieving mother breaks down in court as an inquest hears how her 21-year-old son died from sepsis following a series of catastrophic failures by an NHS 111 call handler who dismissed his severe symptoms as a viral infection.
The family of a young heiress who died from a catastrophic reaction to an insect bite is demanding answers after she allegedly received dismissive medical advice from the NHS 111 service.
Parents are being urged to call 111 immediately if they spot these specific signs in a child's rash, as they could indicate a serious invasive Strep A infection. Learn the critical symptoms that demand urgent action.
A mother from Kent recounts her terrifying brush with death after a 111 call handler dismissed her severe symptoms as anxiety, leading to two cardiac arrests and a critical fight for survival.
Exclusive: A Nottingham man endured an 18-hour wait for an ambulance with a broken back, as East Midlands Ambulance Service declares a critical incident due to overwhelming demand and hospital handover delays.
A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.
Discover the extraordinary lengths top UK hotel concierges go to for guests, from sourcing rare vintage champagne to arranging private castle tours. The era of simple taxi bookings is over.