Germany's parliament votes to reintroduce voluntary military service for 18-year-olds, sparking widespread youth protests. Discover why Gen Z is resisting and the geopolitical pressures behind the move.
Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.
Three London men have been jailed for over two years each after a burglary in Surrey led to a dramatic police chase involving a helicopter and dogs, ending with their arrest at Wentworth Golf Club. Read the full story.
A US appeals court has paused an order to remove National Guard troops from Washington DC, a victory for Donald Trump following a shooting incident. Read the latest on the legal battle.
A father reveals his daughter reapplied for a wheelchair seven times, exposing a crisis in NHS services for young disabled people. Read the full story and letters.
Mohammad Bashir, 31, faces four terrorism charges for allegedly assisting Jihad al Shamie with reconnaissance of a UK defence facility. The charges are separate from the fatal October synagogue attack.
Warner Bros' HBO Max streaming service finally gets a UK launch date, bringing prestige shows like House of the Dragon. Will it dethrone Netflix?
Discover how Addleshaw Goddard is using personalised hospitality, from birthday cookies to fine dining, to stand out in London's competitive legal market and win client loyalty.
A father of seven died without knowing his true prognosis after hospital failings. The health ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
The Princess of Wales has written a moving letter to guests of her Together At Christmas service, honouring those making an 'extraordinary difference'. The event airs on ITV.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
The Princess of Wales writes about the importance of love and community in her Christmas letter ahead of the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. Read her heartfelt message.
Olive Martin, 54, was mistakenly taken to a mortuary after a seizure. An inquest hears she showed 'signs of life' there before later dying. Read the full investigation.
A woman has been taken to a major trauma centre following a crash at the junction of Church Street and Siviter Way in Dagenham. Emergency services were called just after 10.45am on Tuesday, December 2.
OpenAI's ChatGPT experienced a major global outage, with users reporting widespread errors. CEO Sam Altman has issued a 'code red' to staff, delaying new features to focus on core reliability. Read the latest updates.
Relatives of the 97 victims express profound anger after CPS decides not to charge two ex-officers. Read the full story on the latest development in the long fight for justice.
Car-sharing service Zipcar is withdrawing from London and the UK this month. We examine the reasons, from the new EV congestion charge to financial pressures, and what it means for users.
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
A London man's 24-month battle with the NHS wheelchair service reveals a system in crisis, leaving him isolated and struggling for basic independence. Read his story and the official response.
Car-sharing giant Zipcar announces plans to shut its UK business. New bookings suspended after 31 Dec, but festive rentals are secure. Full details on the closure and consultation.
Car-sharing giant Zipcar is set to halt its UK service, suspending new bookings from 31 December 2025. Get the latest details on the consultation and what it means for members.
The ozone layer hole over Antarctica reached its smallest size since 2019 this year, signalling steady recovery from human-made damage. Read the full report on this environmental success story.
London Ambulance Service urges public to call 999 only for life-threatening emergencies after receiving over 7,500 calls daily, matching typical New Year's Eve demand. Help ease the pressure.
An elderly woman in Stafford was left without heating due to a faulty British Gas prepayment meter, highlighting systemic customer service failures across UK energy suppliers, including billing errors and threats to minors.
Discover the remarkable life of Tommy Gee, the colonial administrator who championed Ugandan education and helped double its secondary schools. Read his inspiring obituary.