Author: Dave Carter

Members of Parliament are set to vote on whether Sir Keir Starmer should be subjected to a parliamentary investigation connected to the controversy over Lord Mandelson’s vetting for the role of UK ambassador to the United States. Sir Lindsay Hoyle, the Speaker of the House of Commons, announced that a debate on the issue would… Continue reading MPs to vote on launching inquiry into PM's Mandelson claims

Sabastian Sawe has consistently defied expectations throughout his running career. His breakthrough moment came at the 2022 Seville half marathon when, despite starting as a pacemaker without prior road race experience, he surged ahead within the first 10 kilometers and went on to win in a record-breaking time. Further signaling his exceptional talent, Sawe recorded… Continue reading Sabastian Sawe: How Kenyan broke two-hour barrier to make history at London Marathon

A care home manager from Ayrshire has been removed from the nursing register following the inappropriate and unnecessary restraint of a disabled resident in order to administer a vaccination. The incident occurred at Millport Care Centre on 19 February 2021 and was described during a tribunal hearing as “horrific,” leading to chaotic scenes at the… Continue reading Care home manager struck off over 'horrific' restraining of disabled person

King Charles III is set to begin his state visit to the United States on Monday, with assurances from former President Donald Trump that the royal couple will be “very safe” during their time in the country. This statement comes after heightened security concerns following an incident in Washington DC, where a gunman accessed a… Continue reading Trump says King will be 'very safe' during US visit after security talks

Gary McKee, a long-time fundraiser from Cleator Moor in Cumbria, has described completing 100 marathons in as many days as a “pretty special” achievement. This incredible endurance challenge concluded on Sunday at the London Marathon, where he crossed the finish line hand-in-hand with his 18-year-old son, Beau. The father and son duo were cheered on… Continue reading Cumbria's 'marathon man' Gary McKee completes 100-run challenge at London Marathon

Over the weekend in Northern Ireland, five people lost their lives in separate road accidents, including a 16-year-old passenger from County Tipperary. This teenager was involved in a collision between two vehicles on the Belfast Road near Nutts Corner, which occurred prior to 8:00 BST on Sunday morning. Authorities arrested the driver of the other… Continue reading NI road deaths: Teenager among those killed at weekend

The CEO of Pret A Manger, Pano Christou, has gained valuable insights into customer habits, observing notable shifts especially in lunch and commuting behaviors. People appear to be seeking out healthier options like more salad while still valuing flexibility and opportunities for human connection. Christou highlights that while the trend towards nutritious, protein and fiber-rich… Continue reading Less bread and WFH Fridays – what Pret boss knows about our habits

The recent conflict between the US-Israel coalition and Iran has had a profound impact on everyday expenses for many UK families. Naomi, a mother from Chorley, Lancashire, has found herself grappling with soaring fuel prices that have significantly increased the cost of traveling to hospital appointments for her 10-year-old daughter, Riziah. Born with complex medical… Continue reading 'I don't want the children to see us worried': UK families feel financial hit of Iran war

Police in London have detained a man in connection with a series of attacks targeting the Jewish community, amid an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation. The 37-year-old suspect was taken into custody on Sunday at a location near Barnstaple, Devon, and is currently being questioned at a police station in London. Authorities are treating the case with… Continue reading Man arrested over attacks on Jewish community in London

A powerful explosion rocked the area outside Dunmurry police station on Saturday night, with a local resident describing the noise as resembling a car crashing into a wall. Joe Morgan, who lives just over 100 yards from the station and has two young children, was preparing for bed when he heard the sudden loud bang.… Continue reading Dunmurry police station bomb sounded like a car crash, says resident