Badenoch: No Hope, No Fight for UK Youth
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch rules out compulsory national service, saying young people need jobs and hope to believe in Britain. Unveils £50bn defence fund plan.
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UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
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.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
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.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
UK Builds Iron Dome Defence as Russia Threat Grows
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
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.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
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.
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.
Denmark sets up 'night watch' to monitor Trump
Following the diplomatic dispute over Greenland, Denmark establishes a 'night watch' to track Donald Trump's activities across the time difference. Discover how this reflects shifting alliances.
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.
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