Author: Dave Carter

The railway line serving the south-west of England has been forced to close partially after storm damage caused a sea wall next to the tracks to collapse in two places. The line between Exeter St Davids and Newton Abbot, which is the only rail route to the region, was affected by the storm that battered… Continue reading Storm Ingrid damage forces closure of Devon railway line

Authorities have detained 86 individuals following an alleged breach of the grounds at Wormwood Scrubs prison in west London, according to the Metropolitan Police. The group is reported to have staged a demonstration in solidarity with a prisoner associated with Palestine Action who is currently undertaking a hunger strike. During the incident, protestors are said… Continue reading Arrests after protesters breach London prison grounds

The Labour Party’s national executive committee (NEC) is set to decide whether Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, will be allowed to stand as a candidate in the forthcoming parliamentary by-election for the Gorton and Denton constituency. Concerns have arisen within Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s inner circle that Burnham’s return to Westminster might lead… Continue reading Decision time for Labour as Burnham waits to hear if he can stand as MP

Two grieving mothers have expressed serious concerns that any postponement in implementing a social media ban for children under 16 could result in an increasing number of young people suffering harm. This worry comes shortly after the House of Lords voted decisively in favor of prohibiting under-16s from accessing platforms such as TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram,… Continue reading Bereaved parents fear delays to social media ban could harm children

Fashion played a notable role in shaping perceptions on the reality TV show *The Traitors*, influencing how contestants were viewed beyond just their words and behavior. Crime writer Harriet confessed that she hadn’t initially suspected Rachel as a Traitor until she noticed Rachel’s choice to wear a striking red dress following a crucial event on… Continue reading The Traitors fashion explained: Knitwear, jumpsuits and Cluedo

This excerpt appears to be from a BBC article or report discussing serious infection issues at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) children’s hospital in Glasgow, which have tragically affected young cancer patients and their families. ### Key Points from the Text: – **Paige’s Story:** Paige, Charmaine Lacock’s daughter, was three years old undergoing cancer… Continue reading 'We knew the truth': How parents uncovered Scottish hospital's infected water scandal

Kemi Badenoch, who has been leading the Conservative Party since 2024, shared insights into her political journey during an appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. She revealed that her initial motivation for joining the Conservatives was largely social—enjoying the camaraderie, attending parties, and spending time with young people. Reflecting on her university days,… Continue reading I joined the Conservatives for the partying, says Kemi Badenoch

The article you shared details the story of Brendan and Celia Wilson, who bought and renovated Rossett Mill, a Grade II-listed watermill house in Wrexham dating back to 1588. The property once inspired a painting by J.M.W. Turner, one of Britain’s most celebrated artists. The watermill was boarded up and uninhabitable 17 years ago when… Continue reading Wrexham house that inspired Turner watermill painting on sale for £1.5m

During a recent performance at the Santa Barbara Bowl, Sir Paul McCartney offered his audience a unique concert experience by instituting a strict no-phone policy. Unlike typical gigs where fans frequently record moments on their devices, McCartney required all 4,500 attendees to secure their phones in specially designed lockable pouches for the entire show. This… Continue reading Should smartphones be locked away at gigs and in schools?

A woman revealed that she felt deeply “violated” after discovering a hidden live-streaming camera concealed inside a toilet she had used during a date night at a restaurant. The 32-year-old mother was out with her partner at the Giggling Squid, a Thai restaurant located in St Martin’s Square, Leicester, between Christmas and New Year when… Continue reading Woman felt 'violated' by webcam in Giggling Squid restaurant toilets