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War reporter Peter Arnett dies at 91

Peter Arnett, the fearless journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Discover his remarkable career.

US Army Veteran Detained by ICE in Georgia

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.

Veteran, 88, gets £1.2m to retire after viral plea

Ed Bambas, an 88-year-old US army veteran working full-time in a supermarket, has been gifted over £1.2m to retire after his financial struggles went viral online. Read the heartwarming story.

BBC broadcaster Brian Hayes dies aged 88

Tributes pour in for Brian Hayes, the legendary BBC radio presenter known for his sharp wit and commanding voice, who has passed away at 88. Read about his remarkable career.

HSBC Names Brendan Nelson as New Chairman

HSBC appoints Brendan Nelson as chair after a turbulent search. The move follows a major leadership reshuffle and a strategic pivot towards Asia. Read the full story.

Veteran killed in chicken wing row, friend jailed

A 'hero' army sergeant died from internal bleeding after being pushed in a pub beer garden argument over chicken wings. His friend has been sentenced to over four years. Read the full story.

Record-breaking heatwave hits Israel in November

Temperatures soared to 37.3°C in Israel, smashing November records while Vietnam faces deadly floods and Australia braces for Cyclone Fina. Read the latest global weather extremes.

55 dead in Vietnam floods and landslides

At least 55 people have died in central Vietnam after devastating floods and landslides. Rescue efforts continue as the region faces record-breaking rainfall and severe economic damage.

Vietnam Floods: Death Toll Reaches 90

The death toll from severe flooding in Vietnam has risen to 90, with 12 missing. Discover the impact of relentless rain and landslides on central provinces.

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.

King Charles hugs 105-year-old WWII veteran at Windsor

King Charles III shared a moving embrace with 105-year-old WWII veteran Yavar Abbas during a remembrance reception at Windsor Castle. The combat cameraman later revealed his heartfelt joke to the monarch.

Putin pledges £1bn for wounded soldiers' prosthetics

In a staggering financial commitment, Vladimir Putin has pledged close to one billion pounds for prosthetic limbs for Russian soldiers wounded in Ukraine, revealing the hidden human cost of the ongoing war.

Ukrainian veterans heal through DJ music therapy

Discover how the Superhumans rehabilitation centre is using electronic music and DJ workshops to help Ukrainian soldiers recover from physical and psychological trauma, creating a powerful new form of therapy.

US Veterans Benefits Face Funding Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of American veterans could lose crucial financial support as key government benefit programme faces imminent funding crisis.

Hoi An Submerged: Vietnam's Heritage City Floods

Stunning images reveal Vietnam's UNESCO World Heritage site Hoi An grappling with devastating floods as rising waters transform ancient streets into rivers, forcing tourists to navigate by boat.

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