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Rayner Admits Stamp Duty Error, Refers Herself to Watchdog

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has admitted she did not pay stamp duty on her 2015 seaside flat purchase and has contacted HMRC, stating she is prepared to pay any sum due. In a major development, she has also proactively referred herself to Parliam

IAEA Confirms Uranium Traces at Secret Syrian Site

The UN nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, has found particles of processed uranium at a previously undeclared site in Syria. The discovery revives concerns over Damascus's clandestine nuclear activities and potential Israeli involvement.

Iran hides nuclear gear in panic over bombing threat

Exclusive satellite intelligence reveals Iran's frantic efforts to hide and disperse its surviving nuclear equipment to underground tunnels, in a panicked response to the escalating threat of military action from the West.

18,000 Radioactive Barrels Found Dumped in Atlantic Ocean

Exclusive investigation uncovers a chilling Cold War legacy: 18,000 barrels of radioactive waste, including plutonium, deliberately dumped in the Atlantic by European governments, now threatening marine ecosystems and public health.

Russia Blocks Iran Nuclear Sanctions at UN

Russia has blocked a UN resolution to reimpose sanctions on Iran's nuclear programme, creating a significant rift with Western powers and raising fears about the collapse of the 2015 deal.

Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Drone Strike on Nuclear Plant

Russia alleges a Ukrainian drone targeted the Kursk nuclear power station, a claim vehemently denied by Kyiv. The incident near the Ukraine border raises serious international concerns over nuclear safety and regional escalation.

Taiwan referendum on nuclear plant reboot fails

A landmark referendum to restart Taiwan's last mothballed nuclear power plant has officially failed, dealing a significant blow to proponents of atomic energy and reshaping the island's energy security debate.

Russia Demands Nuclear Shield Expansion Against West

A top Russian security official has issued a stark warning, calling for the expansion of the country's nuclear shield in response to what he labels 'unprecedented Western aggression'. The move signals a dangerous escalation in global tensions.

Ageing Nuclear Plant Sparks Major European Safety Fears

Urgent warnings have been issued about the deteriorating Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, with experts fearing a catastrophic meltdown that could devastate Europe. Safety systems are failing amid ongoing conflict, creating a potential disaster

Labour MP Faces Watchdog Probe Over Taxi Expenses Claims

Exclusive: Disabled Labour MP Marsha de Cordova is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over claims for taxi journeys. The probe centres on whether trips were for personal or parliamentary business.

Watchdog clears Shapps for defence startup role

Ethics watchdog faces backlash for approving former defence secretary Grant Shapps' controversial transition to a private defence startup, raising concerns over conflicts of interest.

Alan Turing Institute staff question AI ethics watchdog

Employees at the Alan Turing Institute have reportedly voiced serious concerns about the effectiveness of the AI ethics watchdog, sparking debates over transparency and accountability in artificial intelligence governance.

Putin plans nuclear missile test near UK waters

Vladimir Putin is reportedly preparing to test a nuclear-capable ballistic missile in the Atlantic, sparking fears of heightened tensions with NATO. The move comes amid escalating rhetoric from the Kremlin.

Banned BBC Nuclear War Film Now on iPlayer

The BBC has quietly added the banned 1965 docudrama 'The War Game' to iPlayer, offering viewers a harrowing glimpse into the horrors of nuclear conflict.

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