MPs Probe Secret Downing Street Epstein Meeting

Government ministers face mounting pressure to explain why Downing Street officials secretly met with a former MI6 chief linked to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, raising serious questions about transparency and accountability.

Ex-soldier jailed for Derry terror offences

Ex-Royal Military Police soldier Dean Hardy, 38, receives 18-month sentence for terror offences after being caught in undercover operation in Londonderry. The former soldier admitted preparing terrorist acts and disseminating terrorist publications.

RAF intercepts Russian spy plane near Scottish coast

A Russian intelligence aircraft was intercepted by RAF Typhoon fighters off the coast of Moray in a tense standoff, as Defence Secretary John Healey pledges continued vigilance against Moscow's provocations.

Lords face legal challenge over life sentence bill

Peers in the House of Lords are confronting a potential legal battle as human rights lawyers prepare to challenge new legislation that could keep prisoners incarcerated indefinitely without meaningful review.

Pakistan bans Imran Khan's party from elections

In a dramatic political development, Pakistan's electoral commission has banned Imran Khan's political party from contesting upcoming elections, dealing a severe blow to the imprisoned former prime minister's political future.

King Charles may redefine Defender of Faith title

As King Charles III assumes the throne, speculation mounts over whether he will modernise the ancient title 'Defender of the Faith' to embrace Britain's multi-faith society, potentially transforming the monarchy's relationship with religion.

North Korea tests hypersonic missile amid global concerns

Kim Jong-un's regime has successfully test-fired a new hypersonic missile, raising serious concerns about regional stability and defence capabilities. The advanced weapon system represents a significant escalation in North Korea's military programme.

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