Macron's new military service plan for French youth
Emmanuel Macron unveils a 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, aiming to bolster national defence. Paid €800/month, it starts in 2026. Read the full details.
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France Reintroduces Military Service Over Russia Fears
President Macron announces a new volunteer military service for young French nationals, citing 'accelerating threats' from Russia. The scheme will launch in mid-2026.
Tributes for Hull student Poppy Johnson, 18
The community mourns the sudden loss of Poppy Johnson, an 18-year-old Bangor University student and passionate animal lover. Read the touching tributes.
Cafeteria worker serves 700 Thanksgiving meals
Shirley Mease, 73, prepares a free community Thanksgiving feast for 700 people in Missouri, responding to food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown.
Matlock RNLI Raft Race at risk due to volunteer abuse
The future of Matlock's beloved Boxing Day RNLI charity raft race is in jeopardy after marshals faced verbal abuse from spectators. Organisers urgently need volunteers to save the event that has raised over £150,000. Help save this tradition!
British Doctors Arrested at India-Nepal Border
Two British volunteer audiologists have been detained in India after allegedly crossing from Nepal without valid visas. Learn the full story and the diplomatic response.
Puppies form guard of honour at rugby match
Guide Dogs puppies created a special guard of honour at a Premiership Women's Rugby match in Gloucester. The event highlighted their vital socialisation training and celebrated volunteer efforts.
8 Ways to Stay Social After Retirement
Discover 8 proven strategies to combat loneliness and build a strong support system in retirement. Boost your wellbeing and find a new sense of purpose today.
Brad Marchand coaches cancer charity hockey game
Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand steps off the ice and onto the bench as volunteer coach for emotional cancer charity hockey game, supporting young fan battling the disease.
Waitrose volunteer axed over Tommy Robinson support
A Waitrose community volunteer has been removed from his role after expressing support for far-right activist Tommy Robinson online, sparking debate about free speech and corporate responsibility.
British soldier's Ukraine death sparks MOD safety warning
Exclusive: Inquest reveals shocking details about former paratrooper Daniel Burke's death in Ukraine as coroner issues formal warning to Ministry of Defence over volunteer fighters.
Waitrose axes autistic volunteer after 18 years of service
Supermarket giant Waitrose sparks outrage after dismissing long-serving autistic volunteer to hire paid staff member, raising questions about corporate inclusion policies.
Samaritans accused of bullying over branch closures
Exclusive: The Samaritans charity faces explosive claims of suppressing dissent and bullying staff over controversial plans to shut down local branches across the UK, threatening its vital mental health support network.
Volunteer firefighter dies in hit-and-run tragedy
A community mourns as dedicated volunteer firefighter dies after being struck by alleged hit-and-run driver while riding his motorbike, leaving family devastated.
Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer over 'behaviour'
Supermarket giant Waitrose has sparked outrage after dismissing an autistic volunteer from its Cheadle store following complaints about his behaviour, raising serious questions about corporate disability inclusion.
5,000 Russian troops stranded on Dnipro islands
Exclusive intelligence reveals approximately 5,000 Russian soldiers stranded on strategic islands in the Dnipro River, facing starvation and ammunition shortages after Ukrainian forces cut off supply routes in a bold tactical manoeuvre.
UK troops won't fight in Ukraine, confirms Defence Secretary
In a major policy statement, John Healey confirms UK military personnel won't be deployed to fight Russian forces, despite ongoing support for Ukrainian defence efforts.
Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer after pay request
Exclusive: Supermarket giant Waitrose terminates autistic volunteer's position after his family requested he receive payment for years of unpaid shelf-stacking work, sparking disability rights concerns.
British troops shoot down hostile drones over UK bases
Exclusive report reveals British military personnel have taken direct action against Kremlin-linked drone incursions in UK airspace, marking a significant escalation in defence operations.
Trump pledges federal troops for San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump vows to send military forces into San Francisco to address homelessness and crime if re-elected, sparking constitutional debate and local outrage.
UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
Wikipedia conference targeted in New York shooting attack
A lone gunman opened fire at a Wikipedia volunteer conference in New York, sending attendees fleeing for safety as bullets shattered windows in a shocking daylight attack.
Trump's Gaza Withdrawal Plan Sparks Diplomatic Crisis
Donald Trump's controversial proposal for immediate Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza has ignited fierce debate, with experts warning it could destabilise the entire region and undermine fragile ceasefire negotiations.
Trump sends National Guard to San Francisco in immigration move
Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented order sending National Guard troops to San Francisco creates political firestorm and legal challenges in latest immigration policy move.
US National Guard Faces Fitness Criticism in Chicago Deployment
Controversial comments from former Pentagon official Pete Hegseth spark debate about US military preparedness as National Guard troops face criticism over physical fitness during Chicago security mission.
Bannon: Republicans must become 'shock troops'
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon urges Republicans to become 'shock troops' and dismantle the administrative state in explosive War Room podcast revelations.
British military's obesity crisis: Troops get weight loss surgery
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of UK troops have undergone NHS gastric procedures, with obesity rates tripling since 2015, raising serious concerns about military readiness and national security.
Trump vows troops paid first in shutdown crisis
Former President Donald Trump vows to protect military pay as government shutdown looms, promising troops will be prioritised in budget standoff.
Trump's California Troop Plan Sparks Political Firestorm
Gavin Newsom and Salesforce CEO Mark Benioff unite in condemnation after Donald Trump proposes sending federal troops to California, escalating political tensions ahead of crucial election period.
Trump suggests US troops could police Gaza peace deal
Former President Donald Trump suggests US military personnel could be deployed to enforce potential Gaza peace agreement, raising questions about Middle East strategy.
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