Author: Dave Carter

US President Donald Trump has recently criticized the United Kingdom’s agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while leasing back a crucial military base. He described the deal as an “act of great stupidity,” despite having previously supported the arrangement. The £3.4 billion ($4.6 billion) agreement, finalized in May, allows the UK… Continue reading UK's Chagos Islands deal an 'act of great stupidity', Trump says

According to recent official data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), wage growth in the UK reduced to 4.5% during the period between September and November. This decline reflects a marked slowdown in pay rises within the private sector, which has experienced its slowest wage growth in five years. In contrast, wages in the… Continue reading Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls

The shocking confessions of one of Northern Ireland’s most infamous killers are set to be aired publicly for the very first time. Colin Howell, a dentist, was responsible for the 1991 murders of his wife and the husband of his lover. Initially, their deaths were assumed to be the result of a suicide pact triggered… Continue reading Colin Howell's confession tapes to be aired for first time

A brother and sister are determined to uncover the truth behind their father’s death, which they believe was caused by medical errors during his hospital stay. Bill Trotter, aged 73, from Carlisle, Cumbria, was admitted to Cumberland Infirmary in May 2024 but passed away two months later after entering a diabetic coma. His children, Mike… Continue reading Carlisle man's body stays in mortuary until family 'get answers'

The skies throughout the UK were recently painted with vibrant shades of green and pink due to the Northern Lights. This spectacular natural display, known as the Aurora Borealis, occurs when particles ejected from solar eruptions collide with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere. While these lights are typically seen closer to the Arctic Circle, strong… Continue reading Northern Lights illuminate UK skies in hues of pink and green

Authorities have initiated a murder inquiry following the discovery of a deceased woman at a residence in Greater Manchester. The incident took place in a flat on Kempston Gardens, Bolton, where police arrived at approximately 10:00 GMT to find the woman unresponsive. Emergency personnel attempted to revive her by performing CPR, but she was declared… Continue reading Bolton woman found dead in flat prompting murder probe

The government is currently exploring the possibility of making CCTV installation mandatory in early years childcare settings following a serious case of child abuse in north London. Vincent Chan, aged 45, who worked at the Bright Horizons nursery in West Hampstead for almost seven years, was found guilty of multiple offences involving the sexual abuse… Continue reading CCTV proposal for nurseries after Hampstead abuse case

Over twenty swans have been found dead along the River Kennet in Newbury, Berkshire, with avian flu suspected as the cause. The Swan Support rescue organisation has reported that at least 23 swans have died in this area. Wendy Herman, the operations manager for the group, described the outbreak as intensifying rapidly in the region.… Continue reading Suspected cases of avian flu found in River Kennet swans

A recent study highlights the crucial role that British gardens play in the survival of hedgehogs, shedding light on their largely hidden nocturnal activities. Researchers equipped more than 400 households in Chester with wildlife cameras to monitor hedgehog visits over an extended period. Findings revealed that hedgehogs appeared in over half of these gardens, with… Continue reading Hidden cameras reveal what hedgehogs really get up to after dark

An analysis by the BBC reveals that nearly 25% of hospitals in England have experienced worsening waiting times since the government announced its plan to reduce the backlog a year ago. Meeting the 18-week target for procedures like knee and hip surgeries was a major commitment in Labour’s health manifesto last year. Despite national progress,… Continue reading ‘A never-ending queue’ – hospitals where waits are getting worse