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War Reporter Peter Arnett Dies at 91

Peter Arnett, the legendary journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Read his remarkable story.

Mum charges family for Christmas dinner

A Rotherham mother explains why she charges adults £20 and children £10 for her 'luxury' Christmas meal, sparking intense debate online about festive hosting costs.

Russian commander sentenced to 15 years for POW crimes

In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.

Russian soldier jailed for POW killing in Ukraine

In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.

Cheney's Deathbed Confession: Iraq War About Oil

In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.

BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90

Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.

Fish & Chip Prices Soar 25% in Cost Crisis

Traditional British fish and chips could become an unaffordable luxury as prices surge by over 25% amid the ongoing cost of living squeeze, new research reveals.

Tesco battles Cadbury and Oreo in supermarket price war

Britain's largest supermarket Tesco is locked in a pricing battle with global brands including Cadbury and Oreo maker Mondelez, refusing to accept inflation-driven price hikes as households face ongoing cost pressures.

US Tariffs to Increase Costs for UK Consumers

British households and businesses face rising costs as US tariff hikes threaten to increase prices on everyday goods from electronics to household essentials, with companies warning they'll have to pass expenses to consumers.

Aldi and Asda cut fuel prices by 5p per litre

Aldi and Asda have launched a major fuel price battle, cutting petrol and diesel costs by 5p per litre across their UK forecourts in a move that could save drivers over £2 per tank.

MOT Price Shock: New Rules Add £300m to Driver Costs

Millions of UK motorists are set to be hit with a massive £300 million bill as controversial new MOT rules and a 54% fee increase come into force. Critics blast the changes as an unfair 'stealth tax' on drivers already struggling with cost-of-living press

Target's Price War Shakes Up Walmart and Amazon

US retail giant Target launches a new aggressive price-cutting strategy, directly challenging Walmart and Amazon with thousands of discounted essentials, from milk to baby formula. This move signals a major shift in the global retail battle for consumer w

UK Inflation Plunges to 2.3%, Nearing BoE Target

In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years, hitting 2.3% in April. This brings it tantalisingly close to the Bank of England's 2% target, putting a summer interest rate cut firmly on the table. Discover what thi

Pret Axes Iconic £5.99 Meal Deal in Cost Cutting Move

Pret A Manger has axed its iconic £5.99 'Your Perfect Lunch' meal deal, sparking outrage among loyal customers. The high street chain cites rising costs as the reason for ending the popular lunchtime staple.

Beazley defends War Memorial's ban on Roberts-Smith book prize

Former Australian Governor-General Kim Beazley defends the Australian War Memorial's contentious decision to exclude a book about Ben Roberts-Smith from its annual prize, igniting a fierce national debate on honour, valour, and historical legacy.

Aldi slashes prices on 250+ items in supermarket war

Aldi has announced sweeping price cuts on over 250 staple items, from fresh produce to household essentials, in a major move to ease the cost-of-living burden for British shoppers and challenge rival supermarkets.

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