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Brexit and Covid beset Royal Navy contractor as profits plunge

Babcock reports underlying operating profits down 19%, with frigate-building programme making a loss

The Guardian - UK

Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationships

Quote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to explain how romance can fade with time if couples stop making an effort. The quote also encourages partners to value kindness, respect, laughter and simple acts of care…

The Economic Times

Fatal Merlin MK4 Crash Reignites Debate Over Navy Funding, Ageing Aircraft and £7M Fleet Losses

The challenges facing the Royal Navy's Merlin MK4 helicopters, including recent tragic incidents, operational roles, and the impact of funding shortages on fleet safety and readiness.

International Business Times UK

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What is the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich? The warship that fired shots at yacht in English Channel

The ship, a Black Sea fleet frigate, has been shadowed by the Royal Navy on a few occasions as it has passed through the English Channel

The Independent UK

Rachel Reeves opens door to tax rises to pay for defence

‘Money has to come from somewhere, and borrowing cannot always be answer,’ chancellor says

The Independent UK

Britain's £3.5bn warship HMS Prince of Wales breaks down again as technical issue detected

The vessel was forced to dock in Norway, delaying its departure or the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence

Evening Standard

Grave in Norfolk of 119 sailors may be exhumed due to coastal erosion threat

Bodies were buried in Happisburgh after HMS Invincible sank in 1801 on way to join Nelson at Battle of Copenhagen

The Guardian - UK

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Technical issue detected on UK’s largest warship while docked in Norway

Earlier this month, HMS Prince of Wales set sail from Scotland for Nordic waters to provide security in the Atlantic and High North regions.

Evening Standard

HMS Prince of Wales: UK’s largest warship breaks down again

HMS Prince of Wales weighs 65,000 tonnes, and has a top speed in excess of 25 knots per hour and a range of 10,000 nautical miles

The Independent UK

Prince William tours Royal Navy nuclear submarine during Scottish naval base visit

William toured a Vanguard Class submarine, one of four Trident vessels forming the UK’s nuclear deterrent

The Independent UK

'Only Serving Female Commando' Among Three Royal Navy Personnel Killed in Devon Helicopter Crash

Three Royal Navy personnel, including Britain's only serving female commando, died in a helicopter training crash near Dartmoor. An investigation is ongoing into the tragic incident.

International Business Times UK

Britain’s only female naval commando among victims of Devon helicopter crash

Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, Lt Cmdr Chris Gayson and Petty Officer Owen Green died during Royal Navy training exercise

The Guardian - UK

Helicopter crash victim was Britain’s only female commando

Lily-Mae Fisher was one of three who died in the incident on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

'They Served With Excellence' — Three Royal Navy Crew Die After Merlin Helicopter Crashes In Devon

A Royal Navy helicopter crash in Devon has resulted in the deaths of three service members. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

International Business Times UK

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The Times of India

Three British Navy personnel killed in helicopter crash during training exercise in Devon, MOD confirms

Three members of the Royal Navy have died after a military helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Devon, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

The Independent UK

Three members of Royal Navy killed in Devon helicopter crash

The helicopter crashed in a field at Sourton Down, near Okehampton, just before 4am on Wednesday

The Guardian - UK

‘The potential is huge’: Plymouth hopes defence money will have it sailing again

Local leaders are optimistic investment and regeneration plans will help make ‘ocean city’ an appealing place to live

Evening Standard

Aukus nations to produce cutting-edge underwater drone kit

Defence Secretary John Healey announced the project alongside his US counterpart Pete Hegseth and Australian deputy prime minister Richard Marles.

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Evening Standard

Tributes paid to ‘proud’ D-Day veteran Alec Penstone following death aged 101

The veteran spent much of his time in the Royal Navy during the Second World War ‘three decks below on constant action stations’.

The Independent UK

D-Day veteran shares poignant advice on 100th birthday: ‘Enjoy all sorts of things but pick friends wisely’

George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland

Evening Standard

Enjoy your life, but pick your friends wisely – D-Day veteran on 100th birthday

George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland.

The Guardian - AU

Full steam ahead: how ‘navy curry’ conquered hearts in Japan

Thought to have been introduced by Anglo-Indian officers in the Royal Navy in the 1800s, the dish has since spiralled into a national obsession

Evening Standard

Border official and ex-Hong Kong chief guilty of spying for China

Peter Wai, 40, and Bill Yuen, 65, conducted ‘shadow policing’ operations on Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters living in the UK.

The Independent UK

Chinese ambassador summoned after two men found guilty of ‘shadow policing’ operations on British soil

The duo’s targets included pro-democracy protesters and Hong Kong dissidents

Evening Standard

Border Force official among two men guilty of 'shadow policing' for China on British soil

Dual Chinese-British nationals Peter Wai, 38, and Bill Yuen, 65, were convicted of assisting a foreign intelligence service

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