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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.

UK's Nuclear Submarine Fleet 'Past Sell-By Date'

Exclusive: Admiral Lord West delivers damning verdict on UK's Trident submarine fleet, revealing critical vulnerabilities and ageing technology that threaten national security.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

US invests £1.2bn in Australian shipyard for nuclear subs

The US commits a historic £1.2 billion investment to upgrade a Western Australian shipyard, designating it a key maintenance hub for its nuclear-powered submarines and solidifying the AUKUS defence alliance.

Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine Review

Our in-depth review of the Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine reveals whether this premium cordless vacuum justifies its price tag with superior suction power, advanced filtration, and smart features for pet owners and allergy sufferers.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

Putin Sends Nuclear Sub to Cuba in 'Dangerous' Escalation

Vladimir Putin has crossed a major red line, sending a nuclear-capable frigate and a submarine to Cuba just 90 miles from the US coast. Experts warn this is a direct response to Western support for Ukraine and a severe escalation of tensions.

Wong and Trump Find Rare Agreement Over AUKUS Concerns

In a rare political alignment, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and former US President Donald Trump have both voiced significant concerns about the multi-billion pound AUKUS submarine pact, creating waves in international defence circles.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 03:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 16:24

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Russia's Nuclear Sub Sparks WW3 Fears Off UK Coast

Tensions reach boiling point as a Russian nuclear submarine, capable of triggering radioactive tsunamis, is tracked off the UK coast in what experts call the most perilous underwater game of cat-and-mouse in decades.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 03:27

UK & Norway Forge Anti-Sub Pact Against Russian Threat

In a landmark defence agreement, the UK and Norway have announced a new partnership to bolster anti-submarine warfare capabilities, directly responding to heightened Russian naval activity in the North Atlantic.

Norway Signs £10bn Deal for UK-Built Warships

Norway has signed a monumental £10 billion defence agreement to acquire advanced anti-submarine warfare ships, all to be constructed in British shipyards, marking a significant boost for UK manufacturing and NATO defence capabilities.

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

RAF Joins NATO Hunt for Russian Sub in Norwegian Sea

The Royal Air Force has joined a major NATO operation to track and deter a suspected Russian submarine suspected of posing a direct threat to a US aircraft carrier battle group in the Norwegian Sea.

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited

A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.

Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst

Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.

FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims

In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov

Santorini Cliff Collapses Into Sea as Tourists Film in Horror

A massive landslide has devastated part of Santorini's coastline, sending a chunk of the island crashing into the sea as horrified tourists filmed. The catastrophic event, following months of earthquakes, has engulfed a village and raised serious safety c

Medvedev mocks Europe over Ukraine summit failures

Dmitry Medvedev, a key ally of Vladimir Putin, has ridiculed European leaders for their handling of the Ukraine crisis, as tensions escalate following a US nuclear submarine deployment.

WWII Victoria Cross hero dies aged 105

A decorated World War II veteran, awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery in sinking a German submarine, has passed away at the age of 105. His heroic actions changed the course of the war.

Passenger who missed doomed Titan sub reveals regret

A British adventurer shares his chilling story after narrowly avoiding the ill-fated Titan submersible expedition that ended in tragedy.