Author: Dave Carter

A tragic incident occurred when a car was struck by a train at a level crossing on Station Road in Hoghton, near Preston, Lancashire. The collision took place around 8:50 AM BST, according to British Transport Police (BTP). Emergency services rushed to the scene following the accident, which resulted in the death of one occupant… Continue reading Train hits car at Hoghton level crossing, one dead, child in hospital

Cardiff experienced the warmest June night ever recorded in the UK, with temperatures reaching 33.3°C in Bute Park on Wednesday. Throughout the night, temperatures remained high, not falling below 23.5°C, surpassing the previous record of 22.7°C set in 1976. Forecasters expect Wales to face its hottest June day on Thursday, with temperatures predicted to rise… Continue reading Record broken in Wales for the UK's warmest night amid red weather warning

An Irish boxer has extended an open invitation to Kendrick Lamar, offering the rapper the chance to spar with him anytime at his home gym. This connection between Aaron McKenna and the renowned American rapper began back in 2018 when McKenna was training in Los Angeles. At that time, McKenna was still a teenager and… Continue reading Kendrick Lamar: How a young Irish boxer befriended a rap legend

The hospital that did not alert authorities regarding injuries sustained by Preston Davey prior to his death has now faced criticism related to another tragic case involving a toddler who was also killed by his father. Thirteen-month-old Preston, adopted by Jamie Varley—a high school teacher from Blackpool—was subjected to sexual and physical abuse before he… Continue reading Preston Davey review 'should include second murdered baby'

Concerns surrounding after-death care emerged following the distressing experience of Harriet Hawkins’ parents, whose baby was stillborn at NUH in 2016. They discovered that Harriet’s body had deteriorated so severely that it had to be placed in three separate bags for her funeral. This revelation led to an investigation which identified 17 areas of concern… Continue reading Bodies found in 'advanced deterioration' at under-fire Nottingham trust

BBC Sport has secured its role as the broadcaster of Wimbledon until 2033 through a newly signed agreement with the All England Club. This deal guarantees that the prestigious tennis Grand Slam event will remain accessible to UK audiences on a free-to-air basis, available across BBC’s television channels, radio stations, and digital platforms. Alex Kay-Jelski,… Continue reading Wimbledon and BBC Sport extend partnership to 2033

Several renowned celebrities have recently been seen in Wales, captivating local residents as they film a new movie. Among those spotted were Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino and Australian pop star Kylie Minogue, who appeared together in Cardiff and were also seen in the coastal town of Porthcawl. Additionally, American rapper and actor RZA was noticed… Continue reading Kylie Minogue, Quentin Tarantino, RZA spotted around Wales for film

The Salford Lads Club, a youth building with a history stretching back 123 years, has recently received an upgrade in its listed status from Grade II to Grade II*. This notable structure, located on Coronation Street in Salford, was established in 1903 and has served numerous generations by providing a variety of activities including sports,… Continue reading Salford Lads Club on The Smiths album cover gets status upgrade

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has publicly declared her support for Andy Burnham as the next prime minister, despite speculation that Burnham might assign her a lower-ranking position if he becomes the leader of the Labour Party. Speaking to the BBC, Reeves confirmed, “I’m supporting Andy to be prime minister.” Burnham, recently sworn in as the member… Continue reading Rachel Reeves backs Andy Burnham for prime minister

Donald Trump has shared his initial thoughts regarding Andy Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, in the context of Burnham potentially becoming the prime minister. While campaigning in the Makerfield by-election, Burnham emphasized the need for the UK to steer clear of what he referred to as the “polarised, poisonous politics” seen in the… Continue reading Trump describes Burnham as 'the mayor of a town' and 'extremely liberal'