Two Britons among three dead in French Alps avalanche

An avalanche in the French Alps on Friday resulted in the deaths of three individuals: two British citizens and one French national. The incident occurred near Val d’Isère, specifically in the Manchet valley. According to a resort spokeswoman, the two British casualties were among a group of five people who were skiing off-piste under the… Continue reading Two Britons among three dead in French Alps avalanche

Democrats ask Mandelson to cooperate with Jeffrey Epstein probe

US lawmakers have called on Lord Peter Mandelson to cooperate with a Congressional inquiry into the activities of Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier accused of exploiting minors. In a formal letter addressed to Mandelson, Democratic representatives on the House Oversight Committee highlighted his “extensive social and business ties” to Epstein during his tenure as the… Continue reading Democrats ask Mandelson to cooperate with Jeffrey Epstein probe

Kemi Badenoch tells Welsh Conservatives party has plan for Wales

At the Welsh Conservative conference held at Venue Cymru in Llandudno, Kemi Badenoch, who has been leader of the Conservatives since 2024, addressed party members with a message of optimism despite current challenges. She acknowledged the difficulties the party faces in Wales but emphasized that the Conservatives have a clear strategy to “fix Wales.” Badenoch… Continue reading Kemi Badenoch tells Welsh Conservatives party has plan for Wales

Manchester mother who shook two-year-old daughter to death jailed

A heartbreaking case unfolded in Manchester where a young child tragically lost her life due to severe abuse. Two-year-old Omra Wali Jan suffered a fatal brain injury after being shaken by her mother. Omra was discovered unconscious in her home in Levenshulme in November 2023, bearing visible signs of physical abuse, including burns, bruises, and… Continue reading Manchester mother who shook two-year-old daughter to death jailed

Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell accused of embezzling £459,000 over 12-year period

Peter Murrell, once the chief executive of the SNP, now faces serious allegations of embezzling £459,000 from the party over a period spanning more than a decade. The charges, detailed in an indictment reviewed by BBC News, accuse Murrell of illicitly diverting funds from August 2010 to January 2023 for personal expenditures. These expenditures reportedly… Continue reading Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell accused of embezzling £459,000 over 12-year period

Belfast: Murder investigation launched over death of man

Authorities have opened a murder inquiry following the death of a man in the Cromwell Road vicinity of south Belfast on Wednesday. The incident unfolded after police received a report expressing concerns for the individual’s safety. The victim, aged 33, was discovered at the scene and subsequently transported to a hospital where he later succumbed… Continue reading Belfast: Murder investigation launched over death of man

High Court dismisses challenge to single-sex toilet guidance

A challenge brought against the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) guidance on the use of public and workplace toilets and changing rooms by transgender individuals has been dismissed by a High Court judge. The ruling emphasized that businesses and service providers must adhere to the law, seek expert advice when necessary, and apply practical… Continue reading High Court dismisses challenge to single-sex toilet guidance

Chatham soldier 'fortunate' to survive stabbing by Anthony Esan

Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton described the frightening moment when Anthony Esan’s friendly façade suddenly vanished, leading to a violent stabbing near Brompton Barracks. On the evening of 23 July 2024, just before 6 pm, Teeton was on a brief walk home when Esan approached him, asking to borrow his mobile phone to get help with… Continue reading Chatham soldier 'fortunate' to survive stabbing by Anthony Esan

Palestine Action wins High Court challenge against government ban

The High Court has declared the Home Office’s move to ban Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws unlawful. Despite this ruling, the prohibition remains in place temporarily to accommodate further legal discussions and to allow the government time to consider an appeal. This decision marks a significant setback for the government, as three senior judges acknowledged… Continue reading Palestine Action wins High Court challenge against government ban

Chloe Mitchell: Victim's family still waiting for trial decision

The family of Chloe Mitchell, a young woman from Ballymena who was murdered in June 2023, is deeply distressed by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the start date of the trial for the man accused of her murder. Chloe’s sister, Nadine Mitchell, expressed the family’s frustration after another court hearing to assess the trial schedule in… Continue reading Chloe Mitchell: Victim's family still waiting for trial decision