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.
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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.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
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.
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.
Father given son's brain in bag by funeral home, suit says
A California funeral home is being sued after allegedly handing a grieving father his deceased son's brain in a biohazard bag when he asked for his clothing. The family is seeking justice.
England's Funeral Industry Faces First-Ever Regulation
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after shocking scandals, ending a system where no licence or qualifications were required. Read the full story.
Joint funeral for Belfast mum and daughter who died days apart
A West Belfast community is in mourning after Annmarie McCann and her daughter Bridin passed away peacefully in hospital just days apart. Their devastated family will hold a joint funeral service on Monday. Read the full tribute.
Widow finds husband's feet in returned socks after post-mortem
Annette Federspiel discovered her late husband's feet attached to his socks in a bag of belongings. Read the shocking full story of this distressing mix-up in Scotland.
Russell Crowe's Tribute at John Laws Funeral
Over 800 mourners gathered at Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral for radio legend John Laws' state funeral. Russell Crowe delivered a moving eulogy for his friend of 23 years.
Man dies of heart attack during funeral service
A mourner suffered a fatal heart attack during a funeral service in Michigan, creating a devastating double tragedy for one grieving family.
Thailand's Year-Long Funeral for Queen Sirikit Begins
Thailand embarks on an unprecedented year-long funeral ceremony for Queen Sirikit, the revered 'mother of the nation', who died aged 93, with elaborate processions and traditional rituals honouring her seven-decade legacy.
Charlene White's heartbreaking confession about father's funeral
ITV presenter Charlene White opens up about the emotional turmoil of her father's funeral and the painful confession she's carried for years in a raw, personal revelation.
Texas funeral worker crushed to death in workplace accident
A devastating workplace accident at a Texas funeral home has claimed the life of a 47-year-old employee who was fatally crushed by equipment. The incident has sparked investigations and raised serious safety concerns.
Cricket world bids farewell to legendary umpire Dickie Bird
The cricket world united in tribute as legendary umpire Dickie Bird was laid to rest in his hometown of Barnsley, with colleagues and fans celebrating his remarkable career and enduring legacy.
Funeral Director Charged Over Human Remains and Unborn Babies
A funeral director in Hull faces multiple fraud charges after police made a shocking discovery of human remains and unborn babies during an investigation into alleged financial misconduct.
Ricky Hatton's daughter overcome during grandmother's eulogy
In a deeply moving moment at his mother's funeral, boxing legend Ricky Hatton was comforted by his sobbing teenage daughter as she bravely attempted to read a eulogy. The emotional scene unfolded as family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of Car
Ricky Hatton's Emotional Farewell at Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral hosts emotional funeral service for boxing legend Ricky Hatton as sporting stars and thousands of fans pay tribute to British boxing icon.
Boxing legends pay tribute at Ricky Hatton funeral
The boxing world united in grief as British champion Ricky Hatton was laid to rest, with Tyson Fury, Amir Khan and Tony Bellew among mourners paying their respects in Manchester.
Ricky Hatton Laid to Rest in Emotional Manchester Funeral
Emotional scenes as boxing legend Ricky Hatton is laid to rest in Manchester, with thousands of fans and sporting icons paying their respects to Britain's beloved fighter.
Ricky Hatton funeral: Boxing world mourns Manchester legend
Thousands gather in Manchester to pay tribute to boxing icon Ricky Hatton as funeral procession passes through city streets in emotional farewell ceremony.
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