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UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry

A public inquiry hears a senior officer warned of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, with allegations of a cover-up reaching the highest levels of UK special forces command.

England fans boost spending despite Ashes defeat

England cricket fans increased spending by 59% after first Test defeat in Perth, while Australian fans tightened belts. New data reveals surprising post-match spending patterns.

Army's Ajax vehicle injures troops again

The British Army's £10m Ajax fighting vehicle has caused fresh injuries to 31 soldiers, raising serious questions about safety and accountability in the £5.5bn programme.

Army Pauses Ajax Training as Soldiers Fall Ill

The British Army has paused Ajax armoured vehicle training after noise and vibration made approximately 30 soldiers violently sick. Discover the latest on this troubled £6.3bn programme.

Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill

The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.

Clarkson bans non-British cakes from his pub

Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.

Youngest female war artist's Taliban terror

Charlie Calder-Potts became the British Army's youngest female war artist at 26, documenting Afghanistan conflict while being stalked by a suicide bomber. Discover her incredible journey.

Scotland Qualify for World Cup After 28-Year Wait

Scotland's men's football team has qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998 after a thrilling 4-2 victory over Denmark at Hampden Park. Fans share their emotional reactions.

Scotland Qualify for World Cup After 25-Year Wait

Scotland's thrilling 4-2 win against Denmark at Hampden Park secures their first World Cup qualification in over 25 years, uniting the nation and inspiring a new generation of fans.

UK startups sold to US giants in exit crisis

Britain's thriving startup scene faces a crisis as 94% of successful exits go to American acquirers. Discover why UK founders are forced to sell abroad and how to bring back the Great British exit.

The Making of Tango's Iconic 90s Slap Ad Campaign

Discover how the controversial Tango slap ads boosted sales by 35% and became a British cultural phenomenon, despite causing real-life ear injuries. Exclusive insights from the creators.

Purple Heart Veteran Deported by ICE to Mexico

Jose Barco, a Venezuelan-born US Army veteran awarded a Purple Heart, has been deported to Mexico by ICE following his attempted murder conviction. Read the full story of his case and the family's distress.

Pakistan gives army chief new powers and immunity

Pakistan's parliament passes constitutional amendment granting army chief unprecedented powers and lifelong legal immunity while limiting supreme court independence. Critics call it democracy's funeral.

British Army's Ajax Vehicle: Worth the £5.5bn Price Tag?

The British Army's new Ajax fighting vehicles face intense scrutiny as noise injuries, delays and budget overruns plague the troubled defence programme. Are these high-tech machines worth their staggering price tag?

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