Author: Dave Carter

Adults living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Northern Ireland are raising serious concerns about the lack of publicly funded treatment options available to them. Unlike other regions of the UK, Northern Ireland does not have a formally commissioned adult ADHD pathway, forcing many to shoulder the financial burden of private care. One woman… Continue reading Adults with ADHD left struggling to access treatment in NI

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A detective from the Metropolitan Police, who was sexually assaulted by a colleague within the force, has described the police’s response to her case as akin to “being raped all over again.” Detective Constable Linda Williams was a victim in 2004 when she was attacked by Police Constable David Carrick. Carrick was later sentenced to… Continue reading Met chief Rowley not fit for job, says detective raped by colleague

A detective from the Metropolitan Police, Linda Williams, who was sexually assaulted by a fellow officer, has described to the BBC how Scotland Yard’s response to her case felt “like being raped all over again.” Williams was attacked in 2004 by PC David Carrick, a convicted serial abuser who received a life sentence in 2023… Continue reading Met detective raped by fellow officer says police handling ‘like being raped all over again’

A US judge has mandated that President Donald Trump must provide sworn testimony by December 11th in connection with his defamation lawsuit against the BBC. The case revolves around a Panorama episode which combined separate sections of a speech delivered by Trump prior to the 2021 Capitol riot. Trump had previously canceled a scheduled deposition… Continue reading Trump ordered to answer questions under oath in BBC lawsuit

The committee has highlighted concerns over the black market for weight-loss medications, attributing its growth to the limited availability of these drugs through the NHS. Due to this shortage, many individuals have turned to purchasing unlicensed products online. To address this issue, the committee has recommended launching a public awareness initiative to educate people about… Continue reading Give more people weight loss jabs on the NHS, say MPs

Britain’s electricity network operator has reassured the public that the power supply will remain stable throughout the upcoming winter season, despite earlier worries expressed by some of its engineers. The National Energy System Operator (NESO) emphasized that the nation’s electricity system is well-prepared and capable of handling the challenges posed by colder weather. While acknowledging… Continue reading Grid operator says lights will stay on this winter after concerns

The Defence Secretary has emphasized the urgent need for both individuals and businesses to enhance their preparedness for various threats, including natural disasters, cyber-attacks, and acts of state-sponsored terrorism. Wes Streeting stressed the importance of public awareness regarding the evolving risks faced by the UK, urging people to create practical plans to manage such situations.… Continue reading Streeting: Prepare for supply chain disruption from cyber or climate emergencies

The Metro has issued a stark warning to its readers, urging them to “prepare for the worst” following a widespread cyber-security incident. This caution comes in the wake of significant vulnerabilities discovered in PHP, a programming language that is extensively used worldwide. As a result of these security flaws, numerous websites across the globe experienced… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: ‘Prepare for the worst’ and ‘Covid report fallout’

Lillian Droniak, widely recognized as Grandma Droniak on social media, gained viral attention in June after she revealed that her retirement home had threatened eviction due to her habit of hosting parties. The facility later confirmed the warning but ultimately reached an agreement with Droniak, allowing her to continue her celebrations provided she refrains from… Continue reading ‘I’m 96 and have 15 million followers’: The grannies taking over TikTok