Author: Dave Carter

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the penultimate day of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow accompanied by their three children. At the OVO Hydro, enthusiastic spectators witnessed thrilling action during the netball semi-final, where New Zealand secured a 61-54 victory against England. During their visit, the royal couple, referred to locally as the Duke… Continue reading William and Kate bring children to Commonwealth Games netball and cycling events

A significant heathland fire in Suffolk, which began on Wednesday afternoon, has now been declared stable, although firefighting teams continue to address remaining hotspots on the fourth day of the incident. The blaze, impacting the RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Heath areas, consumed approximately 371 acres (150 hectares)—an area comparable to 210 football pitches. This fire… Continue reading Suffolk heathland fire stable, say crews, and fundraiser set up

Authorities have launched a search operation following the escape of a prisoner from a transport vehicle en route to a court hearing. The individual, identified as 22-year-old Stephen Grzyb, was being moved by the contractor GEOAmey from the Belle Vale custody suite to Liverpool Magistrates’ Court where he was scheduled to face burglary charges. At… Continue reading Manhunt after prisoner escapes from van outside Liverpool court

Edinburgh’s King’s Theatre, a historic venue with a history spanning over 120 years, has officially reopened after a comprehensive £41 million refurbishment. The theatre, which had been closed for nearly four years during the renovation, has undergone extensive modernisation focused on enhancing accessibility and upgrading its facilities. The reopening marks a significant milestone in preserving… Continue reading King's Theatre in Edinburgh re-opens after £41m refurbishment

Following a devastating flood caused by a quarry blast, the first minister has pledged a rapid inquiry and reassured affected residents with a commitment that “we have your back.” The flooding incident occurred in Gwaelod-y-Garth on the outskirts of Cardiff, where 15 homes sustained water damage, and 13 households needed to evacuate. Cardiff council reported… Continue reading First minister visits Gwaelod-y-Garth after quarry blast flood

Bev Craig, the newly elected Mayor of Greater Manchester, has expressed strong optimism about the potential impact of Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s efforts to devolve more powers to regional leaders. Following her victory in the recent by-election, Craig emphasized that transferring authority from Whitehall to local areas could significantly improve people’s lives. The by-election took… Continue reading Greater Manchester's mayor Bev Craig says PM's new powers will change lives

Scottish police are expediting toxicology tests to establish the cause of death of Elisabeth-Jane Ross, whose body was discovered inside a suitcase in Athens, Greece. Authorities expect to have answers within a few days as they prioritize the investigation. Elisabeth-Jane, aged 38 and known to family as Lisa, was found in an abandoned building located… Continue reading Greek police fast-tracking tests to find out how British woman found in suitcase died

PC Bradley Gibbs of North Dorset police emphasized the ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable people and addressing crimes of this nature. He highlighted the importance of collaboration with various partners to ensure positive outcomes in these investigations. Gibbs also expressed gratitude toward the public for their crucial role in providing information that aids police efforts.… Continue reading Police arrest men arrested on suspicion of modern day slavery

Nirmal Purja, a distinguished mountaineer and former soldier of the British Army, tragically lost his life in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan, according to a statement released by his company. Elite Expeditions announced the devastating news on social media, expressing deep sorrow and heartbreak over Purja’s passing during the avalanche on Thursday. The… Continue reading Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says

The local community has been left “shocked and deeply saddened” by the passing of a young man, according to SDLP councillor Malachy Quinn. He described the event as a devastating tragedy, emphasizing the profound heartbreak felt by the family and friends of the deceased. Quinn expressed confidence that the community would come together to support… Continue reading Coalisland: Teenager dies following two-vehicle crash