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Putin's Top TV Attack Dog Turns on Russian Military Over War

Vladimir Solovyov, a key Kremlin propagandist, has launched an extraordinary on-air tirade against Russia's Defence Ministry, blaming military leaders for the nation's battlefield failures in Ukraine and warning of dire consequences.

When Digital Maps Lead You Dangerously Astray

Exclusive investigation reveals the real-world chaos caused by faulty digital maps, from stranded Great North Run participants to non-existent supermarkets and dangerous driving routes.

Australia's Energy Grid Crisis: Blackout Warnings Issued

Australia's national energy market is in a state of emergency as extreme cold, generator failures, and gas shortages trigger blackout warnings and send wholesale electricity prices soaring across the eastern states.

Your 2024 Guide to the £150 Council Tax Rebate

Struggling with the cost of living? Millions of UK households are eligible for a £150 council tax rebate. Our definitive guide explains who qualifies, how to claim, and what to do if you've been missed. Don't miss out on this crucial financial support.

Perth Council Backtracks on Beach Parking Charges After Fury

Perth's Cambridge Council faces a local revolt after abruptly scrapping its new paid parking scheme at City Beach and Floreat Beach, just one day after implementation. The sudden reversal follows a massive public outcry and threats of a formal protest, le

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.

Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts

Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.

NHS 111 Meningitis Misdiagnosis Leaves Toddler Brain Damaged

An NHS 111 call handler's catastrophic misdiagnosis left a toddler with permanent brain damage after dismissing his meningitis symptoms as a viral infection. His family's fight for justice exposes critical failures in the system.

Police Waste Millions on Bureaucracy Over Fighting Crime

A damning investigation reveals UK police forces are wasting millions on bureaucratic 'platitudes' and 'broken records' requests instead of tackling soaring crime rates. Victims are being failed as officers chase targets, not criminals.

Sydney mum's desperate plea in council pool fence nightmare

Exclusive: Vanessa Jacobs-Fennell reveals her two-year ordeal with Bellevue Hill Council over a non-compliant pool fence, detailing the emotional toll and financial strain of the dispute that left her feeling 'criminalised'.

Box Office Flops: The Greatest Films You Never Saw

Discover why some of cinema's most critically acclaimed masterpieces, from 'Blade Runner 2049' to 'The Shawshank Redemption', initially failed at the box office. Explore the fascinating stories behind these financial flops that later became beloved classi

C of E Priests Charged in Historic Sex Abuse Cases

Exclusive: The Crown Prosecution Service brings charges against two C of E priests in Sheffield and Cheshire for non-recent sexual offences, exposing deep-rooted safeguarding failures within the church.

Lucy Letby: BBC Panorama's shocking NHS exposé

The BBC Panorama documentary delves into the harrowing case of Lucy Letby, raising critical questions about trust, justice, and institutional failures in the UK healthcare system.

School missed warning signs before teen's murder

A grieving mother accuses her son's school of failing to act on warning signs before he was fatally stabbed. The tragic case raises urgent questions about safeguarding in UK schools.

4,000 crimes unsolved under Starmer as DPP

A damning investigation reveals that over 4,000 crimes, including violent offences, went unsolved during Sir Keir Starmer's tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions. Critics question his law-and-order credentials as Labour leader.

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