Tag: MI6

ON THIS DAY: the first woman in space (1963)

On this Day June 16, 2025 at 15:26

On 16 June 1963, Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman in space- launching aboard Vostok 6 and orbiting Earth 48 times over...

Blaise Metreweli becomes first female MI6 chief

International June 16, 2025 at 14:51

For the first time in its 115-year history, Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service- better known as MI6- has been given its first female MI6 chief. Blaise...

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Second Spain rail crash leaves driver dead and dozens injured

January 21, 2026 at 16:51

Wednesday weather forecast: Rain and strong winds tonight

Cyprus January 21, 2026 at 16:49

Rain and strong winds will shape the weather conditions...

Donations to Independent Social Support Body listed by Auditor General

Cyprus January 21, 2026 at 16:49

The Auditor General, Andreas Antoniadis, submitted a list of...

UK under 16s social media ban considered under ‘consultation’

International January 21, 2026 at 16:35

The UK government has launched a consultation on a...

ON THIS DAY: Author George Orwell passes away (1950)

On this Day January 21, 2026 at 16:25

Renowned writer George Orwell has died, at 46, after...