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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.

Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures

Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.

Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?

As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.

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?

Hidden PFAS in UK homes: 6 common sources revealed

Experts reveal six everyday household items in the UK that secretly contain persistent 'forever chemicals' (PFAS), linked to health risks, and share simple, cheap swaps to reduce exposure.

520+ Chemicals Found in English Soil from Human Waste

A new study reveals over 520 chemicals, including banned pharmaceuticals, are persisting in English soils due to the use of treated human waste as fertiliser, posing potential risks to the food chain.

The hidden costs of pool ownership revealed

Discover why owning a swimming pool involves more than just summer fun. From chemical balancing acts to costly maintenance, learn the realities of backyard pool ownership in the UK.

FBI Director's Secret China Trip on Fentanyl

FBI Director Kash Patel made a covert visit to Beijing for talks on the illicit fentanyl trade, following pressure from President Trump. Discover the details and implications.

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