Ghost village abandoned 82 years ago opens 12 days a year
Step inside Imber, the Wiltshire village evacuated in 1943 for WWII training. Still under MoD control, it opens to the public for only 12 days annually. Discover its haunting history.
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Howe calls for end to Newcastle stadium limbo
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe urges the club's owners to resolve the future of St James' Park and the training ground, calling clarity a 'game-changer' for ambition.
Police Combat Training Linked to Deaths and Injuries
An investigation reveals police combat training drills, a national rite of passage, have caused at least a dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries since 2005. Read the full report.
US Military to Cease Live Animal Battlefield Training
The US Department of Defense will halt the use of live animals in combat trauma training from 2026, a major victory for animal welfare campaigners. Read the full story on this landmark policy change.
US Military Stops Shooting Pigs and Goats for Training
The US military will cease using live pigs and goats for trauma training, a practice made obsolete by advanced simulators. The ban, part of the 2025 defence bill, is hailed as a victory for animal rights.
Marine sues MoD for £236k after training exercise injury
A former Royal Marine recruit is suing the Ministry of Defence for £236,000, alleging negligence after he suffered permanent injuries from heat stroke during a notorious training exercise on Dartmoor. Read the full details of the High Court case.
Knife Arches and Self-Defence Training for Probation Staff
Exclusive: Probation officers in England and Wales will receive self-defence training, bodycams, and knife arches after two office stabbings. Read about the new safety measures.
Kenyans sue British Army over unsafe training conditions
Dozens of Kenyan labourers are taking legal action against the British Army, alleging dangerous work during exercises, including a lion mauling. Lawmakers accuse troops of misconduct.
Army Pauses Ajax Training as Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army has suspended Ajax armoured vehicle training after noise and vibration left approximately 30 soldiers vomiting and shaking. The £6.3bn programme faces renewed scrutiny.
Army Pauses Ajax Vehicles After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army suspends its £6.3bn Ajax vehicle programme for two weeks after troops report sickness from noise and vibration. Investigation launched.
Army Pauses Ajax Vehicles After Troops Fall Ill
The British Army suspends Ajax armoured vehicles for two weeks after approximately 30 soldiers report illness from noise and vibration during exercises. Read the latest on the £6.3bn programme.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Troops Fall Ill
The British Army suspends Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after 30 soldiers report illness from noise and vibration. Investigation launched.
Army Pauses Ajax Use Over Troop Safety Concerns
The British Army has paused use of its new Ajax armoured vehicles after soldiers reported severe vibration and noise issues, leading to vomiting and shaking. Read the full investigation.
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.
Royal Navy intercepts Russian ships in English Channel
The Royal Navy has intercepted a Russian warship and tanker brazenly sailing through the English Channel. Get the latest breaking defence updates here.
Wrong address shootings test 'stand your ground' laws
A series of tragic shootings in the US, where individuals mistakenly went to the wrong property, are testing the limits of controversial 'stand your ground' laws. Explore the legal and human impact.
Man Utd players' training dedication after £50m upgrade
Manchester United's £50m training ground investment is paying off as players arrive early and stay late, boosting performance under Ruben Amorim. Discover the impact.
MoD Plans £6bn Munitions Factories at 12 UK Sites
The Ministry of Defence has identified 12 disused refineries for new explosives factories as part of a £6bn NATO rearmament push. Discover the locations and implications.
UK Military Has More Top Brass Than Combat Equipment
Shocking figures reveal the UK's Armed Forces now have more senior officers than its main battle tanks, warships, and combat aircraft combined. Discover the full story behind this defence imbalance.
Man Utd's £100 training ground tours ban photos
Manchester United fans can now tour the new £50m Carrington training complex for £100, but photography is strictly prohibited. Explore the state-of-the-art facilities.
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.
Forest coach attacked by knifeman at training ground
Nottingham Forest first-team coach Steven Reid faced a harrowing knife attack at the club's training ground, with police launching a major investigation into the shocking security breach.
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.
Prince Andrew Stripped of Royal Navy Title
In an unprecedented move, the Ministry of Defence confirms Prince Andrew will lose his prestigious role as Vice-Admiral as the Royal Family continues to distance itself from the scandal-plagued Duke of York.
John Healey appointed Defence Secretary in Labour government
Veteran Labour MP John Healey takes charge of Ministry of Defence as new government begins major national security overhaul. The former shadow defence secretary brings decades of experience to the role.
Man Utd stars Rashford & Fernandes in training ground bust-up
Explosive training ground confrontation between Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes exposes deepening crisis at Manchester United as pressure mounts on Erik ten Hag.
MoD confirms unexplained aerial activity over Wiltshire base
The Ministry of Defence acknowledges mysterious incident involving unidentified aerial phenomena near Royal Artillery base, raising questions about UK airspace security.
Inter Milan goalkeeper in tragic training ground accident
Shocking incident at Como training ground as Inter Milan's reserve goalkeeper Emil Audero accidentally strikes and kills elderly wheelchair user during routine practice session.
Liverpool Crisis: Salah and Slot Training Ground Clash
Exclusive: Liverpool's new era under Arne Slot hits immediate turbulence as Mohamed Salah's training ground confrontation exposes deepening rift at Anfield. The Egyptian superstar's explosive row with the new manager raises serious questions about the clu
Chelsea training ground evacuated over pool emergency
Chelsea's first-team squad faced unexpected disruption when their Cobham training complex was evacuated following a serious incident at the facility's swimming pool area, forcing training cancellations.
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