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Met Police Urge Arming Officers Against Knife Crime

An internal Metropolitan Police review calls for a significant increase in armed officers to better protect the public and frontline police from the growing threat of knife attacks in the capital.

Charlize Theron Targeted in Armed LA Carjacking

Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron was the victim of a terrifying armed carjacking in Los Angeles. Get the full details on the Hollywood crime that has left the entertainment world stunned.

Glenview Lockdown: Armed Siege as Police Hunt Suspect

A major police operation is underway in Glenview, Illinois, after an armed suspect barricaded himself inside a home. Residents are urged to stay indoors as SWAT and negotiators work to resolve the situation.

Democrat States Defy Trump's Flag Order for Kirk

Several Democrat-led US states openly defy former President Trump's directive to fly flags at half-mast in honour of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a major political standoff.

Royal Marine Dismissed After Mocking Conservative Pundits

A British Royal Marine has been discharged from service after a controversial video surfaced online showing him mocking American conservative commentators Charlie Kirk and Pete Hegseth, sparking a fierce debate about free speech versus military conduct.

US Congress healthcare fight threatens government shutdown

With a deadline fast approaching, a bitter partisan standoff in the US Congress over healthcare funding threatens to trigger a catastrophic government shutdown, putting vital medical services and millions of patients at risk.

Channel Migrants Outnumber British Armed Forces

Exclusive analysis reveals the number of illegal migrants crossing the Channel has now exceeded the total strength of the UK's Royal Navy, Army, and RAF combined, raising profound questions about border security and national sovereignty.

Armed Police Lockdown at North Wales School

A secondary school in Wrexham, North Wales, was placed on immediate lockdown as armed officers responded to reports of a suspicious individual on site. Parents were alerted as police secured the area.

Royal Marines Use Assault Course Water Tanks for Baptisms

In a remarkable display of faith and military tradition, Royal Marines chaplains are now performing baptism ceremonies for commandos using the water tanks from the gruelling 'Bottom Field' assault course at the Commando Training Centre in Lympstone.

Father Ted Creator Seeks US Asylum After Heathrow Arrest

Comedy writer Graham Linehan, co-creator of Father Ted, was detained by armed police at Heathrow while attempting to travel to the US to seek political asylum, citing persecution over his gender-critical views.

Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears

Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c

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