Pete Hegseth under fire for comments on women in military
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces a major backlash after suggesting women should not serve in combat roles, drawing condemnation from veterans and politicians alike.
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GOP Spokeswoman's Airport Escalator Demand Goes Viral
Republican National Committee spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confronted airport staff in a heated exchange after an escalator was turned off, with the incident captured on video and sparking debate about privilege and public conduct.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Falklands War Hero's Medals Sold After Water Bottle Saves Life
The remarkable tale of Sergeant Jim Prescott, whose life was saved when a bullet hit his water bottle during the Falklands War. His widow reluctantly sells his gallantry medals following his untimely death.
AOC Under Bribery Probe for Met Gala Tickets
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over claims she improperly accepted VIP tickets to the Met Gala. The probe follows a bombshell complaint from former ICE Director Tom Homan.
NY AG Letitia James Faces Ethics Probe Over Court Conduct
US Attorney Erik Siebert files a misconduct complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James, triggering a formal investigation by a state ethics committee over alleged unprofessional behaviour during a high-profile fraud trial.
35 Nations Demand IOC Ban Russia from Paris 2024 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee is under intense scrutiny as 35 nations, including the UK, US, and Israel, demand a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games, challenging the IOC's proposed 'neutral' status.
Tlaib-Donalds 'Fascist' Clash Rocks Congress Hearing
US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib sparked outrage after branding Republican colleague Byron Donalds a 'fascist' during a fiery committee hearing. The explosive confrontation, centred on policing and civil liberties, has ignited a fierce partisan debate.
National Guard Deployed as Gardeners in Washington DC
In a surreal twist, National Guard troops stationed in Washington DC have been photographed performing menial gardening tasks, including weeding and rubbish collection, around the Tidal Basin. The images have ignited a fierce debate about the appropriate
Army Major's suicide over career stress fear
A promising British Army Major's tragic suicide reveals the devastating human cost of military mental health stigma. Major James Willis's inquest hears he feared his career would suffer if he spoke about overwhelming stress.
Bank of England holds rates, complicating Reeves' budget
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 6-3 to maintain interest rates at 5.25%, while scaling back its bond-selling programme. This decision offers little respite for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her crucial autumn budget.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of persistent inflationary pressures despite economic slowdown.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation shows signs of easing, though Governor Andrew Bailey remains cautious about future cuts.
Bank of England holds rates at 5.25% amid inflation concerns
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation remains stubbornly above target, despite economic slowdown signals.
MPs Sound Alarm on England's 'Ghost Children' School Crisis
A damning report by the Education Committee warns of a 'persistent and damaging' school absence crisis in England, with over 100,000 'ghost children' missing most of their education. Chair Robin Walker MP calls for a 'step-change' in government response.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Venezuela military drills after US boat attacks kill 14
Venezuela deploys troops and Russian-made fighter jets for major military exercises following a deadly confrontation with US-flagged vessels, escalating tensions in the Caribbean.
Kash Patel's Explosive FBI Allegations Rock Senate Hearing
Former Trump administration official Kash Patel delivered dramatic testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, alleging widespread political weaponisation within the FBI and making startling claims about the agency's conduct during the Trump presiden
Putin in Combat Fatigues at Provocative War Games
Vladimir Putin makes a calculated show of force, inspecting massive 'Zapad-2021' military drills staged alarmingly close to the war-torn Kharkiv region, in a move Western analysts deem a direct message to NATO.
Climate watchdog slams Badenoch over 'misleading' Farage comments
The UK's independent climate advisor delivers a stern rebuke to Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch for her 'disappointing' and inaccurate claims about Nigel Farage's climate change remarks, sparking a fresh row over political integrity and environmental pol
The $70,000 Gamble That Won Sydney The 2000 Olympics
An exclusive look back at the audacious, high-stakes gamble by Australian Olympic Committee's John Coates that secured the 2000 Games for Sydney in a dramatic Monte Carlo showdown.
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.
Argentine Military Officers Charged in Conscript's Brutal Murder
In a shocking case that has gripped Argentina, a young military conscript, Francisco Tenorio Cerqueira Junior, was found brutally murdered. The prime suspects? His own superiors, now facing charges in a scandal that exposes deep-seated issues within the a
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
Seb Coe demands Olympic ban for transgender athletes
World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe has called for a complete ban on transgender athletes competing in the female category at the Olympic Games, citing the need to protect the integrity of women's sport.
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.
Karine Jean-Pierre Testifies in Biden Impeachment Probe
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre gives sworn testimony to House impeachment investigators, becoming the first sitting press secretary to do so. The historic deposition focuses on President Biden's handling of classified documents.
US Generals Outsmart AI in War Games with Primal Intelligence
A stunning revelation from the world of military strategy: top US generals consistently defeated AI in war game simulations by harnessing primal human intelligence, creativity, and cunning. Discover the tactics that machines simply cannot compute.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
Trump Endorses Charlie Kirk for RNC Leadership Role
Former US President Donald Trump has publicly backed conservative activist Charlie Kirk to take a top role at the Republican National Committee, signalling a major power shift within the party ahead of the 2024 election.
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