UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
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Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
World Cup 2026 Draw: Worst-Case Scenarios Revealed
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.
UK announces £2.4bn defence boost for new tech and submarines
The UK government unveils a major £2.4 billion defence investment, funding new submarines, AI, and drones to counter global threats. Read the full strategy.
UK 'unprepared for war', ex-defence secretaries warn
Sky News podcast reveals decades of hollowed-out UK defences. Former ministers admit military is short of troops, ammo and medics. Discover the full story.
Guardian Football Weekly Wins Double at FSA Awards
The Guardian's Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly podcasts have both been honoured at the Football Supporters' Association Awards. Discover the details of this prestigious double victory.
Australia tracks Chinese navy, announces defence overhaul
Australia monitors a Chinese naval flotilla near its waters while launching a major reform of defence project delivery. Get the latest on national security and government restructuring.
Australia announces major defence bureaucracy overhaul
Australia launches biggest defence restructuring since 1970s amid Chinese naval activity tracking. New agency aims to fix budget and timeline overruns.
Football Matchday Live: Build-Up and Breaking News
Join our live football matchday coverage for all the pre-game build-up, breaking news, and major stories. Share your team's plans and predictions with us now!
Liverpool: Worst Premier League Champions Ever
Liverpool's 2024/25 title defence has been historically poor, making them statistically the worst defending champions in Premier League history. Discover the shocking numbers.
Military chiefs in crisis meeting over defence funding
Britain's top military leaders held tense discussions amid concerns defence review ambitions cannot be met without additional funding. Read the full analysis.
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.
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
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.
Babcock Shares Wobble on Mixed Investor Sentiment
Defence giant Babcock reports robust H1 results with profit up 19%, but its share price fluctuates as investors debate future prospects. Discover the full analysis here.
UK warns Russia over Yantar spy ship near British waters
Defence Secretary John Healey warns Russia to turn its Yantar spy ship away from UK waters. Analysis questions if UK military readiness matches the rhetoric. Read the full report.
World Cup playoff draw sets dramatic qualifiers
FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.
World Cup Play-Off Draw Sets Up Tense Battles
Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland discover their World Cup play-off opponents. Find out the fixtures and paths to North America 2026.
World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Wales, NI, Ireland Learn Fate
Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland discover their paths to the 2026 World Cup. The draw sets up potential home finals and tough away trips. Read the full analysis.
UK Defence Chief Warns Russia Over Spy Ship
Defence Secretary John Healey issues a direct warning after a Russian spy ship is spotted off Scotland. Plus, a potential secret US-Russia Ukraine peace plan and the AI threat to authors.
UK on Alert as Russian Spy Ship Approaches Coast
UK Defence Secretary warns of 'military options ready' as Russian spy ship Yantar operates near Scotland. Russia accuses Britain of 'militaristic hysteria' in escalating tensions.
Russia accuses UK of provocation over spy ship
UK Defence Secretary warns of 'military options ready' as Russian spy ship Yantar operates near Scotland. Russia denies claims, calling British statements 'provocative'.
25 killed in Russian missile strike on Ternopil apartments
At least 25 people died in a heavy Russian missile attack on residential buildings in Ternopil. Zelenskiy urges allies for more air defence support to end the war.
EU's 'Military Schengen' Plan for Rapid Troop Deployment
The European Commission unveils a 'military mobility' plan to create a 'military Schengen' zone, easing cross-border movement for armed forces to counter potential Russian aggression. Read the full strategy.
Russian spy ship Yantar enters British waters
UK Defence Secretary confirms Russian spy ship Yantar has entered British waters and targeted military pilots with lasers. The Royal Navy is tracking the vessel. Read the full story.
Britain Needs Resilience Against Russian Drone Attacks
Security expert warns Britain must strengthen defences against Russian drone incursions and shadow fleet operations. Learn how the UK is responding to these emerging threats.
UK military funding crisis exposes national vulnerability
Parliamentary committee warns UK lacks credible defence funding plan as armed forces shrink to historic lows. Read the stark assessment of Britain's military readiness.
Russian spy ship lasers RAF pilots near Scotland
A Russian spy ship, the Yantar, has entered UK waters and targeted RAF pilots with lasers. Defence Secretary John Healey warns of a 'new era of threat'. Read the full report.
UK Plans 13 New Munitions Factories
Defence Secretary John Healey announces 13 new UK munitions sites to boost weapons production and support for Ukraine. The move addresses critical gaps highlighted in a new defence report.
MPs: UK lacks homeland defence plan amid threats
MPs warn the UK has no proper defence plan against military attacks. Government responds with new arms factories creating 1,000+ jobs. Public must understand the threat level.
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