Author: Dave Carter

Thomas Partey, a former Arsenal footballer, has pleaded not guilty to two additional rape charges. The 32-year-old appeared at Southwark Crown Court, where he denied accusations of raping a woman in London in December 2020 on two separate occasions. Partey, who transferred from Arsenal to Villarreal last summer, was previously charged in July with five… Continue reading Former Arsenal player Thomas Partey denies two new counts of rape

Hospital admissions resulting from spider bites in England have more than doubled over the past decade, according to data obtained by the Press Association through a freedom of information request. NHS statistics reveal that in 2025, there were 100 hospital visits linked to spider bites, whereas in 2015, the recorded cases numbered just 47. This… Continue reading Spider bite hospital admissions on the rise in England

Delays at European border controls caused by the newly implemented Entry-Exit System (EES) have led to significant disruption for travellers, with some forced to spend substantial amounts of money to return to the UK after missing their flights. Over 100 passengers were unable to board a Manchester-bound EasyJet flight from Milan’s Linate airport on Sunday… Continue reading EasyJet passengers describe new EU border controls 'nightmare'

The rising fuel prices have prompted the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) to seek financial assistance from the Stormont Executive and government. This call comes amid widespread concerns over increasing costs faced by farmers, particularly due to the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran which has driven global fuel costs upwards. Earlier this month, Northern… Continue reading Fuel prices: Farmers ask Stormont for help as they say they face 'crunch'

Four teenagers have been taken into custody following the stabbing of a 16-year-old boy who later died in hospital. The incident occurred near the Ortongate Shopping Centre in Peterborough, close to Riseholme, prompting a significant police response. Cambridgeshire Police received an emergency call shortly before 7 pm on Sunday, reporting that a teenager had been… Continue reading Four teens arrested over Peterborough stabbing of boy

Construction has started on a new nuclear power facility that is expected to generate 8,000 jobs, according to an announcement from the UK government. The chosen location for this project is Wylfa, situated on the island of Anglesey. This follows a £2.5 billion partnership agreement made last year between the government and Rolls-Royce to develop… Continue reading Wylfa power station work begins that promises 8,000 new jobs

The government is anticipated to abandon earlier proposals that would have allowed security agencies to have broad exemptions from legislation aimed at preventing concealment in public affairs. This legislation, known as the Hillsborough Law, is designed to impose a “duty of candour” on public bodies, requiring them to be truthful and cooperative during investigations into… Continue reading Prime minister to scrap spy chiefs' Hillsborough Law veto

This text describes the experience of Melanie Graham, who was a victim of a romance fraudster named Raymond McDonald. Below is a summary of the key points from the story: – Melanie Graham believed she had met and married her soulmate in 2024. – Raymond McDonald, who used the false name Ray Owens, claimed to… Continue reading Northumberland woman's healing journey after marrying fraudster

The images and captions you shared are from the 2026 Olivier Awards held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on April 12, 2026. Here are some of the notable attendees and highlights from the event: – **Amelia Dimoldenberg**, creator of *Chicken Shop Date*, who has experience fronting social media coverage for major awards such… Continue reading Olivier Awards red carpet: Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett and Paddington among stars

A tragic incident occurred at Oliver’s Mount in Scarborough on Saturday when a motorcycle rider lost his life during a race, North Yorkshire Police have confirmed. The rider, a man in his 30s, was taking part in the Bob Smith Spring Cup event when he crashed on his Kawasaki motorcycle at approximately 15:20 BST. Emergency… Continue reading Motorcycle rider dies during Oliver’s Mount race in Scarborough