UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.
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France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
6,000 Hours of Sewage Pollutes UK National Parks
Shocking new data reveals sewage was pumped into the rivers and lakes of Britain's most treasured national parks for thousands of hours last year, with the Lake District and Snowdonia among the worst hit.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
UK Firms Harass Bereaved Families for Payments, Report Finds
A damning report reveals UK companies are failing bereaved customers, with families harassed for payments and forced through complex 'death admin' while grieving.
Thames Water paid £1m+ to firm part-owned by Starmer adviser
Exclusive: Troubled utility giant Thames Water paid over £1 million to a corporate intelligence firm co-owned by a key adviser to Keir Starmer, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest and corporate governance.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
US Scraps Mandatory Corporate Greenhouse Gas Reporting
In a major environmental policy reversal, the Trump administration has abolished a mandate requiring large US companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. Critics warn this decision blindsides investors and undermines global climate efforts.
Lord Mandelson's Secret Millions Exposed in Court Battle
An explosive legal dispute has laid bare former Labour minister Lord Mandelson's relentless pursuit of wealth, revealing a life of luxury funded by a complex web of offshore dealings and multi-million pound loans.
Trump pressured FDA to fast-track Covid vaccine before election
Exclusive report reveals Donald Trump pressured US health officials to accelerate vaccine approval for political gain ahead of the 2020 election, according to congressional investigation.
Fossil Fuel Firms Profit €100BN From Deadly Heatwaves
A damning new report exposes how major fossil fuel companies are reaping enormous profits while Europe bakes in record-breaking, climate-driven heatwaves, leading to thousands of preventable deaths.
Congress Grills Pharma Over Child Vaccine-Linked Illnesses
A tense US Congressional hearing investigates a surge in severe neurological illnesses in children following vaccination, as lawmakers demand answers from pharmaceutical executives.
Falmouth's 'Third World' Sewage Crisis: A National Scandal
The picturesque port town of Falmouth, a jewel in Cornwall's crown, is facing an environmental disaster as raw sewage repeatedly floods streets and homes, with residents and officials branding the situation a 'national scandal'.
Tech Giants Accused of Brazen Theft of Creative Works for AI
Leading tech firms are facing allegations of systematic copyright theft, using protected creative works to train AI without permission or compensation. This investigation reveals the scale of the digital pillaging.
Water companies fined £500k for customer service failures
UK water regulators have slapped two major suppliers with hefty fines totalling over half a million pounds for severe customer service and complaints handling failures, impacting vulnerable households across England.
Thames Water Delays £7.5m Charity Payment Amid Crisis
Thames Water postpones £7.5m charity payment as financial pressures mount, sparking outrage from environmental groups and raising fresh concerns over the utility giant's stability.
Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms
Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern
Met Police charge 14 over Palestine Action protests
The Metropolitan Police has charged 14 individuals following a series of disruptive protests by the outlawed group Palestine Action at defence company sites across England. The group is accused of targeting Israeli-linked defence firms.
Trump Accuses Big Pharma of COVID Cover-Up in Debate
In a fiery debate revelation, Donald Trump accuses pharmaceutical giants of a COVID-19 cover-up, vowing to force transparency on the pandemic's origins if re-elected. RFK Jr. backs the claim, igniting a new political firestorm.
PM's Finance Guru Paid Zero Tax, Companies Dissolved
Exclusive investigation reveals the Prime Minister's new business adviser, Andrew Griffith, paid no wealth taxes last year and has a complex corporate history with dissolved companies, raising questions about his No. 10 appointment.
Pentagon's Hegseth Sacks DIA Director Kruse
Defence Intelligence Agency Director Jeffrey Kruse has been removed from his post by Pentagon Chief of Staff Pete Hegseth following a damning inspector general's report into 'inappropriate conduct'. The internal investigation revealed a pattern of unprofe
OnlyFans parent company secretly registered at UK Companies House
The parent company of adult content platform OnlyFans, Fenix International, has been discreetly registered at UK Companies House with a hidden ownership structure, raising questions about corporate transparency.
England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth
Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.
UK firms linked to Hong Kong President in Companies House
Several businesses in Liverpool and Manchester have been connected to the President of Hong Kong through filings at Companies House, raising eyebrows in the business community.
Ofwat criticised over water pollution failures
Water regulator Ofwat faces criticism as government advisers accuse it of failing to curb pollution, sparking a heated debate over environmental protections.
Ofwat examines £13m paid to Yorkshire Water boss offshore
Ofwat is probing £13m in payments made to Yorkshire Water CEO Nicola Shaw via an offshore parent company, raising concerns over transparency and executive pay in the utilities sector.
Trump urges UK pharma to cut NHS drug costs
Former US President Donald Trump calls on British pharmaceutical companies to reduce drug prices for the NHS, sparking debate on healthcare affordability.
Defence Secretary grilled over military readiness
Labour and Liberal Democrat MPs challenge Defence Secretary Grant Shapps on military preparedness and equipment shortages in a heated parliamentary session.
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