Author: Dave Carter

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has defended the student loan repayment system, describing it as “fair and reasonable” despite criticism over the recent decision to freeze the repayment threshold for certain borrowers. This announcement made in her November Budget set the salary level for Plan 2 student loan repayments at £29,385 for a period of three years,… Continue reading Rachel Reeves defends 'fair and reasonable' student loans system

Rapper Snoop Dogg has expressed his ambition to elevate Swansea City’s profile and establish the club as a “global name.” The 54-year-old artist became a co-owner and investor in the Championship club last July after acquiring a minority stake. His enthusiasm for football aligns with a longstanding desire to invest in a soccer team, with… Continue reading West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg aims to make Swansea City a 'global name'

Efforts to locate a seven-year-old girl who went missing after being swept into the sea have been disrupted by stormy weather, according to a Member of Parliament. The child’s parents, Zubair and Tasneem Makda, were also knocked into the water, resulting in them losing sight of their daughter. Adnan Hussain, the MP for Blackburn, shared… Continue reading Casablanca search for missing Blackburn girl 'hindered by storm'

Jon Burrows is set to formally assume leadership of the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) later today, marking what he describes as a “line in the sand reset” for the party. Addressing party members, Burrows will emphasize that this transition is not merely a change in leadership but a strategic effort to transform the UUP into… Continue reading UUP: New party leader Jon Burrows to be officially ratified

A rugby club in Cardiff has highlighted a significant issue with dog fouling on its sports fields, describing it as a major concern that causes friction within the community. Eurof James, representing Clwb Rygbi Cymry Caerdydd (CRCC), revealed that both coaches and parents regularly have to clean the pitches before matches start, with some children… Continue reading Cardiff rugby match stopped due to dog fouling highlights problem

Andy Johnson, a 35-year-old father of two from Pwllheli, Gwynedd, experienced a life-changing moment during a hectic morning routine when he accidentally sent his son Oaklen to nursery wearing mismatched shoes. This simple mistake highlighted to Andy that his vision was deteriorating faster than he had realized. Born with retinal dystrophy, a genetic eye condition… Continue reading Gwynedd dad realised he was losing sight after putting odd shoes on son

Following the recent visit of the UK Prime Minister to China, seven new stores dedicated to Labubu dolls are set to launch across the UK this year. Among these new outlets will be a flagship store on Oxford Street in London’s West End, along with additional shops opening in Cardiff and Birmingham. Beyond these initial… Continue reading Labubu to open seven UK shops, after PM's China visit

Comedian Alan Carr has disclosed that he accidentally revealed he was the winner of the first Celebrity Traitors series within just 12 hours of filming the finale. The 49-year-old took home the title after persuading fellow finalists Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga that he was a faithful contestant during the tense conclusion of the show.… Continue reading Alan Carr accidentally revealed Traitors victory hours after filming

After spending extended periods in isolation during the Covid lockdowns, 23-year-old Paisley found himself struggling with feelings of entrapment and loneliness while working from home. He confessed that he had lost the ability to interact socially and, like many others from Generation Z, turned to artificial intelligence for companionship. “At one point, I was talking… Continue reading 'I spoke to ChatGPT 8 times a day' – Gen Z's loneliness 'crisis'

Asha Patel and Maddy Bull from Nottingham report on an unforgettable surprise for a devoted Bridgerton fan. Sarah Taylor, who had believed she was attending a routine first aid training session in Newark, Nottinghamshire, found herself in the middle of an extraordinary event tied to the launch of the hit Netflix series’ new season. As… Continue reading Bridgerton superfan's delight as work training course gives way to ball