Author: Dave Carter

A 66-year-old Maserati driver, Ronald Dowling, has received a suspended prison sentence after causing a crash that killed a woman and seriously injured two others. The incident occurred on 26 October 2023 at New Inn, Pontypool, when Dowling overtook another vehicle in heavy rain, lost control due to aquaplaning, and collided with Sharon Berry’s car.… Continue reading Maserati driver gets suspended sentence after killing woman in Pontypool crash

Sir Ken McCallum, the head of MI5, has acknowledged that Russian interference occurred during the Brexit referendum but cautioned against exaggerating its influence on the final outcome. His remarks followed comments from Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who stated it was “clear” that Moscow had interfered in the 2016 vote, a statement that triggered criticism from… Continue reading MI5 chief warns against overstating Russian interference in Brexit vote

A police officer facing serious allegations in Shetland has maintained his innocence during his trial at the High Court in Edinburgh. Carmichael John Williamson, commonly known as John Williamson, stands accused of multiple offenses, including assault and rape involving a teenage girl in the years 2014 and 2015. Additional charges include engaging in sexual activity… Continue reading Police officer tells rape trial he did not commit sex crimes

David Kogan, chairman of the Independent Football Regulator (IFR), has made it clear that he would resign if faced with any political interference concerning the future of Manchester City. The IFR, under Kogan’s leadership, holds the authority to evaluate the suitability of football club owners and senior executives. This comes in the context of an… Continue reading Man City charges: Football regulator will quit if independence compromised

Approximately 4,700 individuals were evacuated in the City of London following the detection of a gas leak. The incident occurred on Old Broad Street, where the London Fire Brigade (LFB) was alerted at 10:55 BST. Upon arrival, firefighters identified a six-inch gas main that had been ruptured at a six-storey office building. To ensure safety,… Continue reading City of London gas leak sees about 5,000 evacuated from buildings

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Former boxing world champion Joe Cordina is currently on trial, accused of assault by beating following an incident at a petrol station on February 27 involving Jamie O’Brien. O’Brien has already pleaded guilty to an assault charge linked to the same confrontation, while a second charge against Cordina was recently dropped. The case has been… Continue reading Joe Cordina was 'retaliating' when he punched man to ground – court

William Chapman has been identified as the man who tragically lost his life after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster. The incident occurred shortly after 13:30 BST on Saturday, and authorities confirmed that Chapman was pronounced dead at the scene. South Yorkshire Police confirmed that Chapman was visiting the park alone… Continue reading Man killed in tiger attack identified as William Chapman

A serious investigation has been opened after four individuals lost their lives in a house fire in County Waterford, according to the Gardaí, Ireland’s police service. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday on Birch Avenue and claimed the lives of two adults, a man and a woman, as well as two… Continue reading Waterford: Murder investigation after four die in arson attack

The Welsh government has secured an agreement with Labour regarding its mini-budget, which previously failed to pass during the summer months. The deal includes an additional allocation of £60 million to support the education of children with additional learning needs (ALN). This funding increase comes after Labour had previously opposed a proposal worth £40 million… Continue reading Welsh government and Labour in mini-budget deal with £60m for ALN