Author: Dave Carter

Lord Jim Wallace, notable for being Scotland’s inaugural deputy first minister, has passed away at the age of 71. The former leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats was undergoing a medical procedure at Edinburgh’s Royal Infirmary on Thursday when complications arose, leading to his unexpected death. Rosie Wallace, his wife, expressed the family’s profound shock,… Continue reading Scotland's first deputy first minister Lord Jim Wallace dies, aged 71

Two teenagers have received commendations for their quick thinking and preparedness after helping to rescue five individuals and their dog from a precarious situation on Helvellyn. Despite the challenging winter conditions, Caelan, aged 16, and Rowan, 15, encountered a group of adults who were ill-equipped for the mountain terrain, dressed only in jeans and trainers.… Continue reading Helvellyn walkers stuck in snowy conditions rescued by teenagers

A university rugby fixture between Cardiff University and Swansea University was abruptly halted after nearly all 30 players became involved in a large-scale brawl during the closing stages of the match. The game, held at Dunvant RFC’s ground in Swansea, saw Cardiff leading 28-19 before tensions escalated. The altercation reportedly began after a high tackle… Continue reading Rugby match between Welsh universities abandoned after players brawl

The Royal Navy has recently introduced stricter regulations concerning alcohol consumption aboard its vessels, limiting sailors to a maximum of 14 units per week. According to the updated directives, individuals serving on ships are restricted to no more than three units of alcohol each day, and vessels are required to enforce two alcohol-free days every… Continue reading Navy introduces new alcohol limits for sailors while on ship

A survivor of sexual abuse by a Church of England priest has expressed outrage over the decision not to conduct a disciplinary hearing concerning the Archbishop of York’s management of the abuser. The controversy centers around Stephen Cottrell, who, during his tenure as Bishop of Chelmsford, allowed David Tudor to continue serving as a vicar… Continue reading Church of England: Archbishop of York to face no action over sexual abuse case

The inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe, a schoolboy from Belfast, has revealed new witness accounts that shed light on the day he went missing. One witness described seeing Noah riding his bike completely naked through north Belfast on the day of his disappearance, initially mistaking the sight for a “Father’s Day prank.”… Continue reading Witness who saw Noah Donohoe cycling naked thought it was a 'prank'

A lobbying company run by former Labour cabinet minister Jim Murphy has been inviting businesses to pay £30,000 to sponsor an event, which reportedly includes perks such as a photo opportunity with a government minister and access to a VIP dinner featuring senior advisers to Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves. Murphy, who previously served as… Continue reading Ex-Labour MP's lobbying firm offered photo with minister and VIP dinner for £30k

A seven-year-old girl from Blackburn, Lancashire, has gone missing after being swept out to sea during the first day of a family holiday in Morocco. Inaayah Makda was caught by a large wave while sitting on rocks with her parents at a beach in Casablanca. Her parents, Zubair and Tasneem Makda, were also knocked into… Continue reading Girl, 7, swept out to sea on holiday in Morocco

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A 15-year-old has admitted to the murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross, who was stabbed while walking home from school in Birmingham last year. The accused, whose identity is protected by law, entered a guilty plea at Birmingham Crown Court on Thursday. Leo was attacked on 21 January 2025 as he made his way from his… Continue reading Teen admits murdering Leo Ross, 12, in Birmingham on his walk home