Former President Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth claim they were unaware of a follow-up strike on a suspected Venezuelan drug vessel. Explore the details and implications of this military action.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth cites 'fog of war' over a controversial second strike. As Pope urges Trump against military action in Venezuela, tensions escalate over drug trafficking claims.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has invoked the 'fog of war' to defend a controversial second strike on a boat. The news comes as Pope Leo XIV urges President Trump against military action in Venezuela.
The sister of a hunger-striking prisoner linked to Palestine Action says she fears every call could be their last. As the protest enters its second month, families demand government action.
Starbucks Workers United threatens the 'longest and biggest' strike in company history as 2,500 baristas walk out, demanding a fair contract after four years of unionisation efforts.
BMA chair Dr Tom Dolphin rejects claims he is using junior doctors' strikes to further his political career, as a five-day walkout is set for December. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the action 'cynical'.
A US Navy admiral will brief lawmakers as bipartisan scrutiny grows over a boat strike incident. Get the latest details on the investigation and political fallout.
The White House clarifies that a US Navy commander, not Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, ordered a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, amid war crime allegations. Read the latest.
Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for Ukraine peace talks, as a senior NATO officer suggests considering a 'pre-emptive strike' against Russia. Read the latest developments.
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from 17-22 December over pay and job security, following November's action. The BMA urges the government to act.
The British Medical Association confirms resident doctors in England will walk out from 17 to 22 December. Get the latest on this breaking NHS strike news and its impact.
The Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is resurrecting a critically endangered Indigenous language. Discover how this pioneering educational model is transforming lives and culture.
President Trump defends aide Pete Hegseth, denying he ordered a second lethal strike on a Caribbean boat. Get the full details on the controversial report and the White House response.
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's bin strikes have voted to walk out themselves, alleging bullying and harassment. The dispute, ongoing since January, shows no sign of ending.
Agency workers covering for striking Birmingham bin crews have themselves voted for strike action over alleged bullying and harassment, deepening the long-running dispute. Read the latest.
Two young brothers, Fadi, 11, and Goma Abu Assi, 8, were killed by an Israeli drone strike while gathering firewood in southern Gaza. Read the full report on the latest ceasefire violations.
A pre-Christmas Guinness Zero shortage looms as Belfast workers strike over pay. Diageo faces production disruption days before the festive season. Will your pint be affected?
US President Donald Trump announces complete closure of Venezuela airspace amid escalating anti-drug offensive. Airlines warned as tensions rise between nations.
Nato activates fighter jets following a massive Russian assault on Kyiv that killed at least three, plunged the city into darkness, and cut water supplies. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
CrossCountry rail strikes set for four Saturdays in December 2025. Plan your Christmas travel with our full guide to dates, affected routes, and passenger compensation.
A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Saturday killed one person and wounded seven. Read the latest on the assault and the resignation of Zelenskyy's chief of staff.
Refuse workers in Waltham Forest announce 13 days of Christmas strikes in a dispute over pay. Discover the dates and how households will be affected.
Firefighters battle inferno after Russian drone strike on Kyiv residential building. As Trump's 28-point peace plan collapses, Ukraine's defence relies on Western support. Read the latest analysis.
Australian import Alpha Strike returns after impressive debut win, while Blazing Wukong seeks return to form in Sunday's Sha Tin racing card. Expert analysis and predictions.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting escalates feud with doctors' union, accusing BMA of misleading claims over GP contract changes. Read the full breakdown of this NHS crisis.
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
A headteacher is forced to issue a statement denying social media claims a pupil was suspended for wearing Wellington boots. Discover the facts behind the school uniform policy.
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.
The Guardian addresses key corrections: Israeli airstrikes caused Iranian casualties, not US, and clarifies agency staff roles in Birmingham bin strike. Read the full details and how to submit complaints.
Thirty asylum seekers in UK detention have begun a hunger strike protesting their imminent removal to France under the controversial 'one in, one out' scheme. Read their powerful testimonies.