Covid has a new enemy: military students

Military students on Tyneside are helping fight the good fight against Covid-19. The lot have signed up for the Covid testing programme. This is a collaboration between students from the Military Preparation College (MPC) Newcastle and the Newcastle College. The group...

Captain Sir Tom Moore succumbs to Covid-19

It is disheartening for us to report that Tom Moore, our favourite World War II veteran, has died after contracting the very virus he helped fight against.  Captain Tom to many, he was able to raise more than £33 million for the NHS at a time when the world...

Burns Night commemorated by military

This year’s Burns Night traditions took place at home or virtually for many people. Unsurprisingly, the day was marked by different branches of the military. It’s a special day for Scottish personnel indeed. The Strategic Command issued a simple wish. We...

Terrorist-fighting canine gets top medal

One of the British Army’s best former fighting champions is called Kuno, a retired military dog who is now being awarded the highest award in the shape of the PDSA Dickin Medal. Kuno has saved the lives of many soldiers with his bravery and valour. Just last...

10 amputee veterans cycling to support comrade

It is the kind of story that makes you stop and take notice. Under the Pilgrim Bandits banner, a group of 10 former soldiers are cycling around the country to help their friend fight Motor Neurone Disease. The expedition is being carried out under collaboration with...