7 h. ago Healey pledges to ‘stop the rot’ in military housing with new consumer charter

A defence housing strategy, to be published later this year, will set out further plans aimed at improving the standard of service family housing.

Events

31 h. ago Plan to divert millions of patients from waiting lists with GP service expansion

Ministers said the move will ‘stop masses of people’ going to hospital for ‘unnecessary appointments’.

Science

43 h. ago Dutton admits he made mistake on Indonesia in ABC leaders’ debate as Albanese evasive on electricity prices

Opposition leader also says ‘I’ll let scientists pass that judgment’ when asked if climate change impacts getting worse in second showdownPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastPeter Dutton has admitted he made a mistake by wrongly claiming the Indonesian president had announced a proposal for Russia to base military aircraft in Indonesia, and declined to state whether the impacts of climate change were getting worse.The opposition leader has also confirmed his plan to reduce the size of the federal public service by 41,000 positions by 2030 would not pay for the entirety of the Coalition’s policy platform, suggesting further cuts to government spending may be necessary.Sign up for the Afternoon Update: Election 2025 email newsletter Continue reading...

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48 h. ago UK mobile phone provider to switch off service after O2, Vodafone and EE

Mobile phone users are being urged to check the model of their devices to see whether they'll be impacted a major shakeup taking place across the nation. It follows 2021 plans to phase out 2G and 3G services

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2 d. ago A train from the UK to Italy? We've heard that one before, but I'm on board | Jonn Elledge

It’s a lot easier to tease new cross-Channel rail services than it is to actually start running trains. I’m crossing my fingers anywayBetween environmental breakdown, economic crisis and Donald Trump, it often feels like there’s precious little reason to feel hopeful these days. So how’s this for a reason to cheer up: Italian state railway company, Trenitalia, is planning to run trains through the Channel tunnel before the decade is out. It’s studying the option of direct trains from the UK to Italy, too. Eagle-eyed readers may note that those are two separate propositions.Trenitalia is no stranger to the British rail network: it already operates the C2C franchise, which connects London Fenchurch Street via south Essex to Southend. Last week the company announced a €1bn (£860m) plan to launch a new high-speed service connecting London and Paris by 2029, as a direct competitor to the long-established Eurostar. In addition, it’s reported to be “studying the possibility” of extending t...

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3 d. ago Arsenal set to lose out on transfer as Premier League rival swoops after Man Utd update

Arsenal and Manchester United have both been linked with a move for Rosenborg starlet Sverre Nypan, but it appears as though Aston Villa are set to win the race for the midfielder

Sport

3 d. ago Free US family planning clinics face ruin after White House freezes funds

Title X, with services like STI tests and cancer screenings, in limbo after Trump administration pauses $66m in fundsMore than 10 days after the Trump administration froze roughly $66m of federal funds that had been earmarked for no- and low-cost family planning services, the providers that had been scheduled to receive that money are staring down the possibility of financial collapse.Title X, the country’s largest federal family planning program, provides clinics across the country with more than $200m each year for services such as contraception, STI tests and cancer screenings. In 2023, more than 2 million people received healthcare through Title X, which helps people regardless of income, age or citizenship status. For many, Title X is their only source of healthcare. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago New armed extremist group claims responsibility for bombing near rail company headquarters

A new extremist group has claimed responsibility for a bomb that exploded near the offices of Hellenic Train, Greece’s main railway services operator and the planting of another near the Labor Ministry in early February

Events

7 d. ago Free chargers, free charging and free servicing for Ford EV buyers

Ford’s Power Promise means a free home wall box, up to 10,000 miles of free energy and a five-year service plan

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7 d. ago Lower prices and trains to Milan: London St Pancras boss reveals plans to treble international passengers

Exclusive: Robert Sinclair, CEO of London St Pancras Highspeed, says Milan, Zurich and Bordeaux could appear on the departure screens

Economics

8 d. ago West Lothian to launch three year plan to improve GP and primary health services

A report to the local Integration Joint Board, which oversees care in the community, outlined plans to improve the inequalities which exist across the county in primary provision.

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9 d. ago Ashbourne plane crash: Two dead after aircraft crash lands at race track as public told stay away

Derbyshire Police confirmed two men died following the horror plane crash, and said emergency services remain at the scene, while members of the public were also urged to avoid the area

Events

9 d. ago Eurostar rival unveils new London to Paris routes ready by 2029

For three decades Eurostar has held a monopoly in running passenger train services through the Channel Tunnel. But Italy's national railway company has plans to change all that.

Politics

9 d. ago London to Milan by train? New Eurostar rival sets out plans for services from 2029

Direct links to Lyon, Marseille and Milan are on the cards – and Ashford International could be reopened

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9 d. ago FS Group announces plans to launch London – Paris train service by 2029

FS Group announces plans to launch London – Paris train service by 2029  Railway Gazette International

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9 d. ago London to Milan by train? A new Eurostar rival sets out plans for services from 2029

London to Milan by train? A new Eurostar rival sets out plans for services from 2029  The Independent

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9 d. ago London to Paris or Milan? Eurostar rival sets out plans for high

The announcement is the latest to boost hopes of a major breakthrough in cross-Channel rail travel

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9 d. ago London to Paris or Milan? Eurostar rival sets out new plans for high

London to Paris or Milan? Eurostar rival sets out new plans for high-speed European links from St Pancras  Yahoo News Canada

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1 week ago Moment Meghan Markle rolled her eyes and appeared to give the fidgeting Prince Harry a subtle telling off at Eugenie's wedding

When it comes to royal weddings, every detail, from the dress, the decorations, the service, the guest list, and the menu, is meticulously planned to ensure it goes off without a hitch.

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1 week ago Modernised NHS app could lead to better and faster care for patients – Streeting

The comments come as a 10-year-plan for the health service is being developed, as ministers look to overhaul and reshape the NHS.

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