43 h. ago Billions to be pumped into Britain after landmark defence deal with Norway that will see new UK

The Norwegian government today announced it would purchase at least five of the new Type 26 frigates, in the biggest export deal of British naval hardware in history.

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1 week ago UK to pay £2.9 million compensation to victims of wildfire started by British troops in Kenya

Defence chiefs have agreed a multi-million pound compensation deal after troops started a fire in Kenya that devastated wildlife. Absent minded soldiers started the blaze while cooking in a field.

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2 w. ago Investors lose billions on US penny stocks as ‘pump and dump’ scams multiply

A handful of Nasdaq-listed Chinese companies crashed last month after heavy promotion on social media

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2 w. ago ‘I almost fell off my chair’: Investors lose billions on meme stocks as ‘pump and dump’ scams multiply

A handful of Nasdaq-listed Chinese companies crashed last month after heavy promotion on social media

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2 w. ago Defence Secretary says Britain is ready to put 'boots on the ground' as part of a Ukraine ceasefire deal ahead of Trump

John Healey outlined how British troops could help 'secure the safe skies, safe seas and build the strength of the Ukrainian forces' in the event of a peace deal.

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2 w. ago Transfer roundup: Liverpool close on £26m Leoni deal to boost Slot’s defence

Calvert-Lewin undergoing medical at LeedsBournemouth sign Diakité from Lille for £30mLiverpool are close to signing Parma’s teenage centre-back Giovanni Leoni for an initial fee of £26m. The 18-year-old was a target for several Italian and Premier League clubs after impressing for Parma last season but Liverpool look to have beaten off the competition as they attempt to increase Arne Slot’s defensive options.Manchester United were among the Premier League clubs to register interest in the defender. Inter had hoped to reunite Leoni with the former Parma coach Cristian Chivu but were unable to match the financial offer from Liverpool. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Australia picks Mitsubishi over German rival Thyssenkrupp for $6.5bn defence deal

Boost for Japan as MHI named preferred bidder to build frigate fleet

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