Author: Dave Carter

The Roper family holds vivid memories of the “big snow” event that essentially isolated Dumfries and Galloway from the rest of Scotland. In February 1996, George and Joyce Roper were expecting their third child, who was already overdue by about a week, when severe blizzard conditions arrived. Their remote home near Kirkbean on the Solway… Continue reading What happened to the baby born in an army truck in the big snow?

In the lead-up to the Six Nations clash at Stade de France, Ireland captain Caelan Doris provided a light-hearted yet telling description of the challenge posed by France’s returning captain, Antoine Dupont. Doris likened the French scrum-half to “one of those little fish you try to touch and they dart away from you,” acknowledging Dupont’s… Continue reading Six Nations 2026: Ireland out to stop 'darting fish' Antoine Dupont and favourites France

The information you provided references a controversy involving Lord Peter Mandelson, related to the release of files connected to Jeffrey Epstein. According to recent disclosures, there is a purported photo showing Lord Mandelson in his underwear that emerged from the Epstein files, which has sparked political turmoil. Mandelson has previously expressed regret over his association… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'U-turn on Mandelson files' and 'Starmer in grave peril'

Lisa McGee, the acclaimed writer behind the hit TV series *Derry Girls*, is set to release her new show, *How to Get to Heaven from Belfast*. This latest offering from McGee continues her knack for blending darker themes with humor, a style that has become her signature. Unlike typical comedy premises, the new series begins… Continue reading How to get to heaven from Belfast: 'It's a murder mystery, but funny'

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is anticipated to keep interest rates unchanged during its first meeting of the year. The key tool the committee utilizes to manage inflation—which tracks how prices rise annually—is the Bank rate, with the goal of maintaining inflation near the 2% target. This rate serves as a significant… Continue reading Bank of England expected to hold interest rates

The long-running saga surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s residency at Royal Lodge has finally reached its conclusion. After more than two decades, Andrew, who once held the titles Duke of York and prince, departed Windsor under cover of night, with removal trucks quietly transporting his belongings to Norfolk. This marked not only the end of his occupancy… Continue reading Why did Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor leave Royal Lodge in such a hurry?

The content you’ve provided appears to be a structural or navigational part of a webpage, likely from the BBC, and does not contain any actual article text or factual information to rewrite. It includes site navigation links, logo information, and metadata such as timestamps and hashtags related to topics like Jeffrey Epstein and the Labour… Continue reading Who is Peter Mandelson?

Researchers have suggested that testing menstrual blood for signs of cervical cancer could serve as an accurate and convenient screening method. Traditionally, the NHS cervical screening test requires a healthcare professional to collect cells from the cervix, but about a third of women invited for this screening do not attend. The new method involves collecting… Continue reading Period blood test could be alternative to cervical screening, study says

Support worker Lauren Toovey has not received payment for six weeks while continuing to support George Baker, who has congenital muscular dystrophy. Together, they work closely as George runs The Disability Union, an organisation advocating for thousands of disabled individuals. Lauren describes her role as serving as George’s “arms and legs in an office,” helping… Continue reading Access to Work: 'My support worker hasn't been paid for six weeks'

Journalist Eve Simmons experienced a profound upheaval when her husband unexpectedly asked for a divorce just six months after they got married, despite being partners for nine years before tying the knot. She recalls the moment as devastating, describing it as if “the bottom had fallen out of my world.” However, with hindsight, Eve now… Continue reading My break-up blindsided me. Here's how to tell if your relationship isn't working