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DWP's £2.5bn benefits system facing collapse

Exclusive: Urgent Whitehall warning reveals outdated DWP computer systems handling millions of benefit claims could fail within months, threatening payments for vulnerable households across Britain.

Woman charged after pro-Palestine protest at arms factory

Hannah Thomas, 23, was arrested during a pro-Palestine demonstration outside a London arms factory. Police confirm she was charged with assaulting an emergency worker. The protest group, Palestine Action, claims the site supplies components to Israel.

Israel's £1.60 Laser Defence Shoots Down Missiles

Israel has revolutionised missile defence with its new 'Light Shield' laser system, capable of intercepting threats for a mere £1.60 per shot—a fraction of the cost of existing Iron Dome rockets.

Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action in UK

Normal People author Sally Rooney has publicly endorsed Palestine Action, the direct-action group targeting Israeli defence company Elbit Systems' UK operations. The literary star's support signals growing cultural backing for the movement.

FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.

Michigan Nuclear Plant Faces Chernobyl-Scale Safety Fears

Serious safety concerns emerge at the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan as internal documents reveal potential for a 'Chernobyl-like' accident. Whistleblower warnings and regulatory scrutiny highlight critical vulnerabilities in the facility's emergency

Protesters storm Israeli arms firm Elbit's London HQ

Dozens of Palestine Action protesters were arrested after a major demonstration at the London headquarters of Elbit Systems, an Israeli arms manufacturer. The group occupied the building, unveiling banners and demanding an end to UK complicity in the Gaza

UK Activists Charged with Terror Offences Over Protests

The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised terrorism-related charges against activists from Palestine Action, marking a significant escalation in the UK's response to the group's direct-action protests against Israeli defence company Elbit Systems.

Viral 'Teacher Bae' Sparks Fury Over Classroom Fashion

A US high school teacher's form-fitting wardrobe has sparked a firestorm online, dividing parents and igniting a fierce debate over professional attire in education. Dubbed 'Teacher Bae', her viral TikTok clips have raised serious questions about classroo

Norway Signs £10bn Deal for UK-Built Warships

Norway has signed a monumental £10 billion defence agreement to acquire advanced anti-submarine warfare ships, all to be constructed in British shipyards, marking a significant boost for UK manufacturing and NATO defence capabilities.

Notting Hill Carnival 2024: Spectacular Scenes in London

Vibrant costumes, pulsating sound systems, and a sea of revellers filled the streets of West London for the triumphant second day of the iconic Notting Hill Carnival, celebrating Caribbean culture in a dazzling display of colour and unity.

The Man Who Builds Notting Hill Carnival's Sound Systems

An exclusive interview with the mastermind behind the legendary sound systems that power London's world-famous Notting Hill Carnival, revealing the engineering secrets and passion that bring the streets to life.

Kim Jong Un Oversees New North Korean Missile Tests

North Korea has conducted a series of ballistic missile tests, overseen by Kim Jong Un, showcasing new weaponry and tactics designed to evade defence systems, raising alarm in the international community.

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