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Nelson paid wine bill to mistress's husband, letters reveal

Newly revealed historical documents expose Admiral Lord Nelson's extraordinary payment for three dozen claret bottles to the cuckolded husband of his lover Emma Hamilton, revealing the tangled personal life behind Britain's naval legend.

Royal Navy ship sent to Jamaica amid unrest

HMS Trent abruptly changes course from military drills to provide support in Jamaica amid growing unrest, raising questions about Foreign Office contingency planning.

Mystery Royal Announcement Sparks Palace Speculation

Buckingham Palace officials are refusing to comment on a mysterious 'important announcement' scheduled at Royal Lodge in Windsor, sparking intense speculation about the future of Prince Andrew's residence and potential royal reshuffles.

Bligh's Mutiny Survival Compass for Sale

The extraordinary brass compass that enabled Captain William Bligh to navigate 3,600 miles to safety after the infamous 1789 Mutiny on the Bounty emerges for public sale, revealing one of history's greatest survival stories.

Pete Hegseth's Navy F-18 flight sparks ethics debate

Former Trump adviser and Fox News personality Pete Hegseth under scrutiny after flying in Navy F-18 fighter jet, raising questions about military access for media figures and potential ethics violations.

Royal Navy warship deployed to English Channel

HMS Duncan, a Type 45 destroyer, has been strategically positioned in the English Channel as Britain reinforces its maritime security following confrontations with French fishing vessels near UK territorial waters.

Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge: The 30-Room Scandal

The future of Royal Lodge, Prince Andrew's lavish 30-room Windsor residence, hangs in the balance as financial pressures and royal tensions escalate. Discover the inside story of this mansion caught between royal tradition and modern controversy.

Royal Navy replaces Union Jack on all warships

In a significant break from tradition, the Royal Navy has replaced the Union Jack with a new ensign across its entire fleet of warships, marking the end of a centuries-old naval custom.

RAF jets intercept Russian bombers near Suffolk

RAF Typhoon fighter jets were urgently launched from RAF Coningsby to intercept two Russian long-range bombers approaching UK airspace near Suffolk, in a tense aerial confrontation.

RAF and Royal Navy jets in near-miss over Suffolk

Two military aircraft from different services came within seconds of disaster during a training exercise, prompting a major Ministry of Defence investigation into the alarming incident.

Bluey Coins Spark Nationwide Frenzy in Australia

Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.

Nelson's Trafalgar watches to sell for £1.2 million

Extraordinary timepieces belonging to Admiral Lord Nelson's trusted lieutenants during the Battle of Trafalgar, including one worn as Nelson lay dying, are expected to sell for over £1.2 million at auction.

Royal Navy Tomahawk missile crashes in test failure

A British Tomahawk cruise missile suffered a catastrophic failure during testing, crashing dangerously close to a US military base after veering wildly off course, raising serious concerns about weapons safety.

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