UK-Greece pact targets Channel and Med people smugglers
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper signs a new UK-Greece agreement to tackle smuggling gangs and disrupt small boat supplies. Includes £1.5m for North African job schemes.
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Parents' pact to delay smartphones for children gains momentum
Over 165,000 UK parents have pledged to delay giving children smartphones. The Smartphone Free Childhood movement offers five key tips to reclaim family time and combat addiction this festive season.
Oscar-Winning 'Mephisto' Rereleased with New Relevance
István Szabó's 1981 masterpiece 'Mephisto', a fable of an actor's Faustian pact with the Nazis, is restored and rereleased. The director reflects on its enduring lessons about ambition, collusion, and power.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
84-Year-Old Gets 21 Months for Wife's Manslaughter
Roger Worby, 84, was sentenced for killing his wife of 56 years in a suicide pact. The judge cited diminished responsibility due to mental health issues. Read the full tragic story.
Russia warns Faroe Islands over fishing ban
Russia threatens retaliatory measures after the Faroe Islands authorise a ban on two major Russian fishing companies, escalating tensions over alleged espionage. Read the latest on this diplomatic row.
UK-Norway Pact Launches Fleet Against Russian Sub Threat
Britain and Norway sign a historic defence pact, launching a joint fleet of warships to protect critical North Atlantic undersea cables from Russian submarine activity. Read the full details.
UK-Norway Launch Pact to Hunt Russian Spy Ships
The UK and Norway sign a landmark defence pact to counter Russian naval threats in the North Atlantic, protecting vital undersea cables. Read the full details.
Farage Eyes Tory Pact for Reform UK Victory
Nigel Farage reportedly tells donors a deal with the Conservatives is likely to avoid splitting the right-wing vote and beat Labour. Explore the potential for a 'mega party' merger.
Mutual Aid Grows as Neighbours Help Each Other
As costs rise and support systems falter, grassroots mutual aid initiatives are flourishing across the UK. Discover how communities are taking care of their own.
Mutual Aid Rises as Britons Seek Community Support
Facing austerity, high costs, and political uncertainty, more people are turning to grassroots mutual aid networks. Discover how communities are helping each other outside formal systems.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
Elderly couple die in suicide pact in Whitby
An elderly couple described as 'devoted' ended their lives together after the husband's health deteriorated from bone cancer. The inquest heard they sent a letter to their solicitor.
Elderly couple in suicide pact after health diagnosis
David and Susan Jeffcock, a devoted elderly couple, ended their lives together at Whitby's East Cliff. The inquest reveals a heartbreaking story of love and a devastating health diagnosis.
Suspect's 'Shopping List' Before Brit's Murder Pact
Dwain Hall, 53, is accused of murdering Sonia Exelby from Portsmouth after she flew to the US seeking a violent death. Read the full investigation details.
Briton's Florida suicide pact ends in murder
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, was found dead in Florida after allegedly travelling for a suicide pact. A man faces murder charges. Read the full story.
Brit's 'death pact' doubts before Florida murder
Sonia Exelby flew to Florida to be killed by a man she met online. Disturbing evidence suggests she changed her mind. Read the full investigation into this tragic case.
Gaza donations plummet after ceasefire
Palestinian families face catastrophic winter as mutual aid donations drop by 90%. Fundraisers warn of desperate need despite ceasefire. Support Gaza relief efforts now.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
Spain's Franco legacy divides nation after 50 years
As Spain marks 50 years since Franco's death, his dictatorship's legacy continues to divide the nation. Discover how the 'pact of forgetting' risks historical amnesia among younger Spaniards.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Sign Defence Pact
Donald Trump and Mohammed bin Salman sign controversial defence agreement during Riyadh meeting. Analysis reveals strategic implications and political fallout. Read the full story.
Ex-Army Colonel's Blunt Warning Over US-Saudi Pact
Retired Lt Col Daniel Davis warns a US-Saudi defence pact is a 'dangerous mistake' that could drag America into another Middle East war. Read his exclusive analysis.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Welsh Communities Forge Resilience Through Mutual Aid Networks
New research reveals how Welsh communities in Monmouthshire are banding together through mutual aid and local support networks to overcome economic challenges.
Trump vows to defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion
Exclusive: Donald Trump declares he would defend Taiwan from Chinese aggression in explosive interview, potentially reshaping US foreign policy and escalating tensions with Beijing.
Centrelink payment suspensions surge in mutual obligation crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how Centrelink's mutual obligation enforcement is leaving vulnerable Australians without essential payments, with over 85,000 suspensions in just three months.
Putin announces defence pact with North Korea
Vladimir Putin announces landmark security agreement with North Korea during historic visit, signalling major shift in global alliances as Moscow seeks new partners amid Ukraine conflict.
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