Protests across Scotland follow Belfast knife attack

Demonstrations erupted in multiple Scottish cities following a knife attack in Belfast, which triggered unrest in the region. In Glasgow, hundreds of protesters, many concealing their identities with face coverings, gathered in the city centre. The crowd chanted, prominently displaying Union flags and banners during their march through St Enoch Square. Similar scenes unfolded in… Continue reading Protests across Scotland follow Belfast knife attack

British firms to be favoured in defence spending

Defence Secretary John Healey has revealed that the government will prioritize British companies over foreign competitors when awarding defence contracts, relying on national security exemptions to do so. This move aims to support the UK’s industrial base by ensuring that key defence capabilities remain rooted within the country. Healey emphasized his commitment to a defence… Continue reading British firms to be favoured in defence spending

Hidden camera found in government building

A concealed camera has recently been uncovered within a government building located in Westminster. The device was discovered in a communal area of the Marsham Street complex, which houses both the Home Office and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). According to the i newspaper, the camera was found tucked behind a… Continue reading Hidden camera found in government building

Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law

New legislation poised to enhance the UK’s national security framework could soon empower the home secretary to label certain foreign state-linked entities, such as Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), as threats to the nation’s security. Introduced to Parliament under the National Security (State Threats) Bill just recently, this law could be enacted within a… Continue reading Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law

North Belfast knife attack: Man, 30, charged with attempted murder

A 30-year-old man has been formally charged with attempted murder after a stabbing incident in north Belfast on Monday evening. Alongside this charge, he also faces accusations of possessing a bladed article in a public place and making threats to kill. The accused is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday. The victim, a man… Continue reading North Belfast knife attack: Man, 30, charged with attempted murder

Cardiff woman with acute myeloid leukaemia says leaving twin is 'unthinkable'

Caitlin Leggett, an identical twin, has been given a prognosis of just six months to live following the return of her leukaemia. After initially achieving remission through chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant, Caitlin discovered in May that her cancer had relapsed, with treatment options within the UK offering little hope for a cure. Facing… Continue reading Cardiff woman with acute myeloid leukaemia says leaving twin is 'unthinkable'

David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023

David Sullivan, co-owner of West Ham United, has been barred from any involvement with the club’s women’s and youth squads for a period of three years due to safeguarding concerns. The Football Association initiated an investigation into Sullivan’s behavior in 2023 following allegations related to his conduct. A safeguarding committee, which included representatives from West… Continue reading David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023

RSPB buys Bass Rock after 300 years in private hands

The Bass Rock, located in the Firth of Forth and known for hosting the largest northern gannet colony in the world, has recently been acquired by RSPB Scotland, a prominent conservation charity. For over three centuries, this island has remained under the ownership of the Hamilton-Dalrymple family. The transfer of ownership, which also includes nearby… Continue reading RSPB buys Bass Rock after 300 years in private hands

Men jailed for violence at Henry Nowak protest in Southampton

Two men have been sentenced for their involvement in violent disorder during a protest in Southampton, which followed the murder of Henry Nowak. Connor Bishop, aged 24, received a prison term of two years and eight months, while Leon O’Leary, 41, was handed a three-year and one-month sentence. Both men had previously admitted to violent… Continue reading Men jailed for violence at Henry Nowak protest in Southampton

Farage says Reform has contacted X over fake AI video ads

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called on the social media platform X to intervene regarding a series of fabricated advertisements generated by artificial intelligence that falsely portray him in violent encounters with Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey. These misleading ads, which resemble a BBC Question Time setting, have been frequently displayed to users… Continue reading Farage says Reform has contacted X over fake AI video ads