Syrian government forces surge into Kurdish-held towns, breaking a stalled integration deal. The advance, defying US calls, deepens regional tensions and reshapes control of strategic oilfields and dams. Read the latest.
As cold water swimming surges in popularity for its health benefits, the Dryrobe Advance Changing Robe has become a must-have. Discover why this £175 robe is praised by thousands for warmth and practicality.
A new Guardian podcast investigates the Assad family's enduring grip on Syria after the civil war. Discover how they control business and politics. Listen now.
BTS Army, mark your calendars. Tickets for the K-pop giants' 2026 London shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium go on sale this month. Get all key dates and presale details here.
K-pop superstars BTS have announced their long-awaited return with a massive world tour spanning 2026 and 2027, including stops in Melbourne and Sydney. Get all the dates and presale details here.
A British Army veteran with PTSD has been sentenced to three and a half years for throwing Molotov cocktails at a Scottish police station. Read the full details of the case.
Review of 'Escape', a new film by former Japanese Red Army director Masao Adachi, exploring the life of fugitive Satoshi Kirishima. See it at London's ICA from 16 January.
A new true-crime podcast investigates claims that British Army Major Robbie Mills led a secret double life as a spy, and the mysterious man who infiltrated his family after his death. Listen to the shocking revelations.
As the British Army shrinks to its smallest size since Napoleon, experts debate if conscription could return in a major war. Read the full analysis here.
Fierce fighting in Aleppo displaces 140,000 as Syrian army clashes with US-backed Kurdish forces, threatening a wider conflict. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Tens of thousands evacuate Aleppo after a Syrian army order. Fighting intensifies between government forces and Kurdish-led SDF, raising fears of war crimes and regional escalation. Follow the latest developments.
Warm up with Imad Alarnab's authentic Syrian recipes: a silky red lentil soup with dukkah oil and a hearty chickpea stew. Perfect comfort food for winter.
First Minister John Swinney announces a national bank holiday on Monday 15 June 2026 following Scotland's first World Cup game against Haiti. Celebrate the historic qualification!
Scottish government employees will get a day off on 15 June 2026 to celebrate Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998. Find out if your business will follow suit.
A Lance Corporal in the King's Life Guard shares the realities of ceremonial duty, from TikTok pressures to meeting the late Queen. Discover the salary, training, and daily challenges.
Joshua Richards opens up on the personal impact of Emmerdale's harrowing modern slavery storyline, revealing his sister found it distressing due to their father's real-life depression.
Amid a global surge in conflicts, the Philippines' 56-year guerrilla war observes a rare annual Christmas ceasefire. Explore this tradition and what it reveals about the fraying world order.
With a critical €90bn EU loan secured, Ukraine looks to economic warfare and political shifts to counter Russia's slow but costly battlefield advances. Can Kyiv hold the line?
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission into cartel territory on the Venezuela border, uncovering the scale of the cocaine trade and the growing terror threat. Read the full exclusive report.
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission targeting cartels on the Venezuela border. Discover the industrial-scale labs and the 6-tonne cocaine haul left behind.
A survivor of modern slavery shares his harrowing story, now helping ITV's Emmerdale craft an authentic trafficking storyline. Discover the shocking reality and how the show is raising awareness.
The UK government has suspended all trials of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle after another soldier reported vibration symptoms. Defence Minister Luke Pollard acted out of 'an abundance of caution'. Read the latest on the delayed £10m programme.
The US government has admitted liability for the January crash near Washington DC that killed 67 people, citing FAA and Army failures. Read the full report on the investigation.
Ahmed al-Ahmed, who disarmed the Bondi Junction attacker, is celebrated as a hero in his Syrian hometown. Discover how his bravery united communities globally.
Ahmed al-Ahmed, a Syrian immigrant, tackled a gunman during the Bondi beach terror attack. His bravery has inspired Australia and his hometown, proving heroism knows no borders.
A US Army veteran and legal permanent resident has been detained by ICE in Georgia, sparking outrage and legal action. Read the full story on the fight to stop his deportation.
Scotland's 2026 World Cup group stage matches against Haiti, Brazil, and Morocco have been scheduled, with UK fans facing 2am and 11pm GMT kick-off times. Get the full fixture details and manager Steve Clarke's reaction.
Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.
An 88-year-old army veteran forced to work five days a week will finally retire after strangers donated over £1.3 million. Read the heartwarming story of community support.
A major evacuation is underway in Derby after police discovered potentially explosive materials. Over 200 households have been told to leave as the Army's bomb squad prepares a controlled explosion. Get the latest updates.