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Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services

Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.

Royal Mail's London properties face uncertain future

Exclusive investigation reveals Royal Mail's iconic London properties including Liverpool Street station and Park Lane sites face potential closure or relocation as long-term leases approach expiration, raising questions about the postal service's future

Australia Post cash ban sparks national outrage

Australia Post faces furious backlash after quietly implementing cashless policies across branches, leaving vulnerable customers stranded and prompting government intervention.

Government Considers Royal Mail Takeover Bid

The UK government considers taking control of Royal Mail's parent company amid foreign takeover threats and service concerns. Explore the implications for postal services and national infrastructure.

Royal Mail creates 16,000 Christmas seasonal jobs

Royal Mail is creating 16,000 temporary positions across the UK to handle the Christmas peak, offering competitive pay and flexible hours in their largest seasonal recruitment drive.

Geelong Ute Destroyed in Dramatic Service Station Blaze

A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.

Royal Mail Fury: Dead Ladybirds and Ruined Wedding Suits

Outraged customers are demanding answers from Royal Mail after a catastrophic delivery failure left packages containing dead insects, mouldy food, and ruined wedding attire. The service has been branded an 'absolute disgrace'.

Australia Post Suspends All US Mail Services

Australia Post suspends all mail and parcel services to the United States, citing 'elevated security screening' by US authorities. The move leaves customers and businesses in limbo with no timeline for resolution.

Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report

A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.

Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal

A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.

Royal Mail Profits Double Under Kretinsky's Takeover

Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.

Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return

Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.

Microsoft Outlook Email Service Crashes Across Europe

A major Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365 email service failure has caused widespread disruption for businesses and users across Europe, with login issues and send/receive errors reported for hours.

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