Author: Dave Carter

Peter Mandelson’s connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has sparked concerns about how Mandelson was appointed as the UK’s ambassador to the United States. Although ambassadorial candidates undergo a vetting process, the ultimate decision rests with the government. In response to recent revelations, the prime minister has acknowledged that the current appointment procedure requires… Continue reading Ros Atkins on… Mandelson and the vetting system

The BBC has uncovered a serious and still unresolved cybersecurity vulnerability in Orchids, a widely used AI-powered coding platform. Orchids, described as a “vibe-coding” tool, allows users without programming experience to create applications and games by simply entering text prompts into a chatbot. This type of AI platform has gained notable traction recently, celebrated as… Continue reading Major 'vibe-coding' platform Orchids is easily hacked, researcher finds

University College London (UCL) has announced that it has reached a settlement with a group of students and graduates who took legal action concerning the quality of teaching provided during the Covid-19 pandemic and strike periods. Although the university did not admit any liability, it emphasized the efforts made to maintain educational standards and support… Continue reading UCL and students settle dispute over Covid teaching

At the summit of the twisting Cortina skeleton course, Matt Weston approached the starting point with the dream of Olympic gold firmly in mind. After setting the tone on Thursday with a flawless second run that erased mistakes from his initial attempt, and repeatedly breaking the track record, the British athlete needed to maintain that… Continue reading Matt Weston: Skeleton pilot wins emphatic Olympic gold for first medal GB medal of games

The brother of Simone White, a British tourist who tragically died following a methanol poisoning incident in Laos, has expressed deep frustration over the lenient penalties imposed on those connected to the case. Simone, aged 28, was among six individuals who lost their lives after consuming free shots offered at the Nana Backpacker Hostel in… Continue reading Laos methanol poisoning: Fines over backpacker deaths 'a joke'

A call has been made by a florist encouraging people to reconsider purchasing red roses for Valentine’s Day this year, and instead opt for flowers grown locally in the UK. Elizabeth Honey, speaking on behalf of the British Flower Movement based in Nottingham, highlighted that red roses are not naturally in season anywhere in the… Continue reading Don't buy Valentine's Day roses, florist says

Yoni Finlay, who survived the Manchester synagogue attack, has expressed that he no longer feels safe living in the UK after learning about a separate, thwarted plot that could have endangered him once again. In October 2025, during the deadly assault at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue where two people lost their lives, Finlay was… Continue reading Manchester synagogue attack victim 'no longer feels safe in UK'

The High Court has ruled that the government’s decision to ban Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws was unlawful. As reported by the Guardian, this judgment represents a significant setback for ministers. Following the ruling, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has declared her intention to appeal the decision. The verdict leaves unsettled the status of approximately 2,500… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Palestine Action ban ruled unlawful' and 'Matt grabs Olympic gold'

The Liberal Democrats propose that pursuing hobbies could play a key role in tackling the increasing issue of loneliness and social isolation in the UK. They suggest allocating £42 million to extend the hours of operation for community venues such as libraries and community centres. Additionally, a one-time fund of £40 million could help support… Continue reading Hobbies could hold key to beating loneliness, say Liberal Democrats

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has expressed support for Sir David and Lady Victoria Beckham, describing them as “good parents” amid the recent public tensions involving their son, Brooklyn Beckham. Ramsay believes that with time, the issues within the family will improve and their relationships will be restored. Earlier this year, Brooklyn shared on Instagram that… Continue reading Time will heal Beckham family relationship, says Gordon Ramsay