Author: Dave Carter

Seven individuals were struck by a vehicle in Derby city centre on Saturday night, resulting in serious injuries for all involved. Among those affected, two have now been discharged from the hospital, according to local officials. The incident occurred on Friar Gate around 9:30 pm GMT, and emergency services responded promptly to the scene. Authorities… Continue reading Two hurt in Derby car incident released from hospital

A Bronze Age shield, originally discovered over two centuries ago in a peat bog in Beith, North Ayrshire, has been returned to Scotland for the first time in more than 230 years. This remarkable artifact, described as both “spectacular and intricate,” was unearthed around 1779 during field labor and subsequently presented to the Society of… Continue reading Bronze Age shield found in Beith peat bog to go on display

The Conservative Party has urged the government to abolish VAT on household energy bills for a period of three years to help alleviate the rising cost of living amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Their proposal includes funding this initiative by eliminating various renewable energy programs and green levies currently in place. The government… Continue reading Remove VAT from energy bills for three years, Tories urge

Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan has announced a commitment to keep income tax rates in Wales frozen if her party secures victory in the upcoming Senedd election this May. Since 2019, the Welsh government has held the authority to adjust the three tiers of income tax within Wales, but it has not exercised this power… Continue reading Welsh Labour pledges income tax freeze in manifesto launch

Behind high fences monitored by CCTV cameras, the constant barking of dogs can be heard. This is the environment where many dangerous or banned dogs are taken after being seized. Since the introduction of XL bully bans across the UK in 2024, private specialist kennels like this one have become regular holding places for these… Continue reading 'I dread the phone ringing': Inside the kennels responding to vicious XL bully attacks

Monday’s newspapers prominently feature the aftermath of a vehicle incident in Derby city centre that left seven people seriously injured. The Daily Mirror describes the scene as “Horror on the street,” highlighting witnesses’ accounts of the chaos and injuries caused. Authorities have arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Horror on the street' and 'Fears grow over shortages'

Easter in 2024 falls on the 5th of April. The timing of this holiday is based on specific astronomical events, specifically the first Sunday following the first full Moon after the spring equinox. This traditional method sets Easter’s date each year. Historically, differing calendars within the Christian world have led to variations in when Easter… Continue reading How and when to see April's full Pink Moon

The new BBC drama series *Babies* centers on the profound and often unspoken difficulties faced by couples dealing with pregnancy loss. It follows Lisa and Steven, a couple in their 30s, as they navigate the emotional turmoil and strain on their relationship caused by multiple miscarriages during their attempt to have a child. For the… Continue reading Babies: Harry Potter star hopes his TV drama Babies will break pregnancy loss silence

The government has introduced a new initiative aimed at transforming how Family Court disputes involving children are handled, a move that Sir Andrew McFarlane, the nation’s most senior family judge, has praised as the most significant reform in three decades. As he prepares to step down from his position, Sir Andrew emphasized that this child-centered… Continue reading Child focus is biggest change to family courts in 30 years, senior judge says

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is set to reveal its final rules today on a compensation scheme aimed at millions of drivers affected by mis-sold car finance agreements. This long-awaited payout program will cover approximately 14 million motor finance contracts, offering an average compensation payment of around £700 for deals made between April 2007 and… Continue reading Compensation details for millions of drivers set to be revealed