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Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Chinese Nationals Found in Isolated Australian Town
Authorities are investigating how six Chinese men arrived in a remote Western Australian community only accessible by air or sea. Read the latest on the border security mystery.
Australia monitors Chinese warships near Philippine Sea
Acting PM Richard Marles confirms Australian defence is tracking a Chinese naval task group's movements. This comes as the Albanese Government unveils its biggest defence overhaul in decades. Read the latest developments.
Australia tracks Chinese navy, announces defence overhaul
Australia monitors Chinese naval movements near its waters while launching a major reform of defence project delivery. Get the latest on national security and policy changes.
Australia's Major Defence Restructure Amid China Tensions
Australia announces its biggest defence bureaucracy shake-up in 50 years to fix budget blowouts, as it tracks a Chinese naval flotilla in the Philippine Sea. Discover the strategic changes.
Passport System Outage Sparks Airport Chaos
A nationwide passport system outage is causing major delays for international passengers at Australian airports. Manual processing is in effect. Stay informed on the latest developments.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Asbestos in Play Sand Forces Australian School Closures
Dozens of Australian schools close after asbestos is discovered in children's play sand. Border Force now deems such products 'high risk'. Learn the full story and safety implications.
Australian Defence spends £41k on war games training
Australian taxpayers fund unexpected government purchases including war-gaming boards and Minecraft education. Defence officials justify spending as vital training tools amid rising national debt concerns.
Air Force One Lockdown After Security Breach at Joint Base
President Biden's official aircraft was secured following an alarming perimeter breach by an unauthorised vehicle, triggering immediate emergency protocols at the Maryland military base.
Jelly Roll detained at Sydney airport, treated 'like criminal'
American rapper Jelly Roll reveals shocking treatment by Australian border officials, claiming he was detained for hours and made to feel 'like a criminal' during his Louis Vuitton fashion show trip to Sydney.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
US Tests Nuclear Missile Amid Global Tensions
The United States has conducted a dramatic test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III nuclear missile from California, sparking fears of escalating global tensions and a potential new arms race with rivals including Russia and China.
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
UK Defence Secretary condemns Trump's Air Force One remarks
Labour's John Healey condemns Donald Trump's controversial remarks about using Air Force One for personal legal battles, calling it an 'abuse of power' that undermines US-UK defence relations.
Dutch tourist deported from Australia over phone content
A Dutch tourist's dream holiday in Melbourne turned into a deportation nightmare after Australian Border Force officials discovered controversial Candace Owens content on her phone during a routine inspection.
Ukraine: Russia lost 150 warplanes, air force chief reveals
Exclusive: Ukrainian Air Force commander Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk discloses staggering Russian aircraft losses and details Kyiv's sophisticated air defence strategy that's changing the war's dynamics.
Japan scrambles jets against Russian aircraft
Tensions escalate in East Asia as Japan's Air Force intercepts Russian military planes near strategic Sado Island, raising regional security concerns.
Women launch class action against Australian Defence Force
Hundreds of women launch historic legal battle against the ADF, claiming systemic failure to address sexual harassment, bullying and gender discrimination within the military.
Thai tourist's £10k cash seized at Australian border
A Thai traveller's Australian dream holiday turned into a financial nightmare after border officials discovered £10,000 in undeclared cash hidden throughout his luggage at Sydney Airport.
UK-Germany defence pact counters Russian submarine threat
Britain and Germany announce landmark defence agreement allowing mutual use of aircraft and naval bases amid growing concerns over Russian submarine activity in North Atlantic waters.
RAF's Secret Cyber Warriors Join NATO Defence
Exclusive: The Royal Air Force has established a cutting-edge cyber regiment in Scotland, poised to become NATO's frontline defence against digital warfare threats targeting critical infrastructure.
RAF Lossiemouth: NATO's new hub against Russian subs
Britain and Germany forge unprecedented defence partnership as RAF Lossiemouth transforms into key NATO hub for tracking Russian submarines in North Atlantic waters.
Australia's unemployment shock signals cooling economy
Australia's unexpected unemployment surge to 4.4% signals an economy cooling faster than anticipated, raising urgent calls for economic stimulus rather than interest rate hikes.
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