Ed Pountney

Air & Space Ops|RAFAC Service Instructor WMW

[The Prince and Princess of Wales @KensingtonRoyal]

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people in this country hear the words no one wants to hear. What follows is a path that tests every part of who we are: physically, emotionally, psychologically and spiritually. The challenges ripple outwards, touching families, friendships, work and the quiet moments we spend alone with our thoughts.

Cancer doesn’t just affect the body. It changes how you think and feel and profoundly affects every aspect of life. I know this personally, and that the journey through and beyond treatment requires more than medicine alone.

I have taken on the National Three Peaks Challenge, not simply as a physical endeavour but as a chance to explore life beyond diagnosis and to give something back. The Royal Marsden is a place that holds great meaning for me and whose care and expertise are life changing for so many people.

Through this challenge, I want to raise awareness for the deeper impact of serious illness and the importance of holistic healthcare. Every individual is different, and ensuring there is a whole person approach to care enables those living through cancer to manage the deeply personal challenge of diagnosis. Holistic therapies complement clinical pathways and support patients’ ability to maintain their wellbeing, resilience and quality of life during an exceptionally difficult time.  

We have an opportunity to reshape what the future of holistic cancer care looks like, enabling more people, nationwide, to access the kind of personalised support that can help make a meaningful difference during and after medical treatment.

This challenge will support the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, helping to transform access to, and understanding of, holistic care that will enhance recovery and healing for patients across the UK.

Healing, whether personal or collective, is not just about fixing what is wrong. It is about finding balance in how we live. Between effort and acceptance, between control and trust, between thinking and simply being. Because in the end, bravery isn’t just about pushing forward. It is about knowing how to stay grounded, connected and present, no matter the terrain, or landscape you are walking through.

Together, we can stand alongside everyone navigating life with cancer, ensuring no one faces this disease feeling unseen or unsupported.

Please know you are not alone.

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[UK Space Command @UKSpaceCmd]

Air Vice-Marshal Jamie Thompson has been announced as the new Commander of UK Space Command.

As the former Deputy Commander of UK Space Command, AVM Thompson brings a wealth of operational space experience to his new post.

https://t.co/B1fHAbO9Pd

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

It is with great sadness that we confirm the death of Lance Corporal James Freeman, who died on 31 May following a tragic accident during routine military training activity whilst deployed on Operation SHADER, Iraq.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

It is with great sadness that we can confirm the deaths of Lieutenant Commander Chris Gayson and Lieutenant Lily-Mae Fisher of 846 Naval Air Squadron, and Petty Officer Owen Green of 845 Naval Air Squadron, who died in Devon during routine training activity on 3 June.

[Sgt Maj Frenchie @SgtMajFrenchie]

‘Ah, Sgt Maj, I heard you’re in trouble for calling an officer a dick.’
‘No, Sir. He isn’t a dick because he’s an officer. He’s a dick because he’s a dick. We’ve been mates since Colour Sergeant and he was a dick then.’
‘What does he think of you?’
‘He thinks I’m a dick, Sir.’

[The Chief of the General Staff @ArmyCGS]

Congratulations to Lieutenant General Susan Coyle AM CSC DSM on her Appointment as Australia’s next Chief of Army.

I look forward to continuing the close and enduring partnership between the British Army and the Australian Army.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

An update on UK operations in the Middle East.

[Royal Air Force @RoyalAirForce]

From challenging air combat training on Exercise Red Flag, to a proud achievement for the Typhoon, and the tri-service Exercise Orion, here’s February’s 60-second update from the Royal Air Force. 🎥

@usairforce
@AusAirForce
@eurofighter

[UK Defence Journal @UKDefJournal]

A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is being described as the most significant movement of American aircraft in decades during a period of heightened tensions with Iran. Click image for more.
https://t.co/9lfT1ge8lc

[Tatler @Tatlermagazine]

Flora Vesterberg shares behind-the-scenes photos of her brother's passing out parade at Sandringham to mark Valentine's Day
https://t.co/fi0jNQltk3

[lindsey vonn @lindseyvonn]

A little update from me…❤️ thank you for all the love and support. Helps me so much🙏🏻

[IOC MEDIA @iocmedia]

A heartfelt message from IOC President Kirsty Coventry to @lindseyvonn

[Ed Pountney @ed_pountney]

@JSS779 You had a much better view of them than me, only saw the view disappear when they started spraying!

[Penny Mordaunt @PennyMordaunt]

I have said it before and I’ll say it again, WAKE UP BRITAIN.
We have to swiftly transform our defence capabilities and build resilience at every level- including in each and every citizen. Little sign that HMT understands what is unfolding or what is required.

[Royal Air Force @RoyalAirForce]

Following a period of system testing and evaluation the Royal Air Force’s E-7 Wedgetail WT001 conducted a further Functional Check Flight today as it departed @ModBDN en route to @bhx_official as it progresses to the next stage of its modification and test activities.

[Air Cdre Paul 'Hammy' Hamilton @Commander_GE]

Today, we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty will never be forgotten.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

Remembrance is an important moment of the year when we show our support for our Armed Forces.

Wearing a poppy and supporting the @PoppyLegion is one way to thank the Armed Forces for the sacrifices they continue to make to protect our freedom.

[Royal Air Force @RoyalAirForce]

✈️RAF aircraft are supporting @NATO's Eastern Sentry - a key mission strengthening allied air defence. Our crews are working alongside our partners #SecuringTheSkies.

#WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether

[NATO @NATO]

🆕 Eastern Sentry is beginning

The military activity was launched in response to airspace violations and aims to bolster NATO’s posture along the eastern flank. Allies have already started deploying forces and capabilities

🔗 https://t.co/seb0Z8YjnU