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Atlantic Ocean Currents Near Catastrophic Collapse

A new scientific study reveals the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is dangerously close to a tipping point, a shutdown that would trigger catastrophic climate impacts across Europe and North America, with Miami facing an existential thr

UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.

JLR Halts Production After Major Cyber Attack

Jaguar Land Rover's UK manufacturing operations have been brought to a standstill by a sophisticated cyber attack, halting production and sparking major supply chain disruptions.

Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence

Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.

Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform

A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.

NATO's carbon footprint rivals entire countries

Exclusive analysis reveals NATO's staggering military emissions rival those of entire industrialised nations, raising urgent climate security questions as the alliance faces pressure to decarbonise.

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.

MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms

The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.

Starmer's £4.7bn Defence Spending Dilemma Exposed

Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a monumental challenge as he navigates conflicting promises to boost defence spending for Ukraine while addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This in-depth analysis examines the fiscal tightrope and political pressu

Cashrewards Shuts Down: Urgent Warning for Australians

Cashrewards, a major Australian cashback platform, has abruptly ceased operations. Customers are urgently advised to withdraw their funds as the company enters administration, sparking concerns over unpaid cashback and member balances.

London Arms Fair Sparks Fiery Protests and Police Clashes

Chaos engulfed a major London defence exhibition as activists clashed with police, setting tyres alight in a dramatic protest against the global arms trade. Our photo report captures the fiery scenes and the tense standoff.

MoD Rejects Scottish Call to Halt Nuclear Convoys

The Ministry of Defence has formally dismissed a request from Scottish Ministers to suspend the transport of nuclear defence materials, citing national security imperatives. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in UK defence policy.

UK Teens Show Surprising Willingness to Enlist for War

A startling new study by the National Centre for Social Research uncovers a wave of patriotism among British teenagers, with a significant majority prepared to defend the UK in the event of war, signalling a major shift in youth attitudes.

UK Aims to Be Defence 'Workshop of the World'

Defence Secretary John Healey announces a major strategic shift to revitalise UK defence manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen national resilience against global threats.

UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme

Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the

UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training

The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.

Alaska Airlines Pilot Guilty in Mid-Flight Engine Sabotage

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been found guilty of endangering an aircraft after attempting to shut down its engines during a flight. The shocking incident, attributed to a mental health crisis, has sent ripples through the aviati

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

China's 'Star Wars' Laser Weapon Revealed: Blinds Pilots

Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.

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