Author: Dave Carter

Two teenagers have received life sentences in youth detention after the fatal stabbing of Kamran Aman in a racially motivated attack. The 38-year-old victim was assaulted while delivering groceries to his mother’s residence in Barry, South Wales. Despite efforts to save him, Aman died from a stab wound to his heart and endured racist insults… Continue reading Barry teens sentenced for racist murder of stranger delivering food to his mum

Several major restaurant operators in the UK, including KFC, have withdrawn from the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC), a pledge aimed at improving the welfare of chickens by avoiding the use of fast-growing breeds. As poultry consumption rises, these companies have opted instead to join an industry-led initiative that does not require commitments on chicken growth… Continue reading KFC, Nando's, and others ditch chicken welfare pledge as demand soars

John McAllister, a passionate sports fan from Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan, managed an extraordinary 24-hour round trip to the Winter Olympics in Milan. Remarkably, the cost of his journey was roughly equivalent to what he might spend attending a local football match, such as seeing Barry Town play Caernarfon in Llandudno. The full-time… Continue reading Winter Olympics trip 'cost same as seeing Barry Town in Llandudno'

Global Counsel, the lobbying company co-founded by Peter Mandelson, has entered administration following a significant loss of clients. This downturn came after revelations about Lord Mandelson’s alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. The situation has severely affected the firm’s operations, leaving its directors with no alternative but to initiate administration proceedings, according… Continue reading Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson goes into administration

A 60-year-old man has been brought before the court following the discovery of an elderly woman’s body in a freezer. The incident came to light after South Wales Police responded to concerns regarding the welfare of an older woman at a residence in Poplar Crescent, Porthcawl, on Tuesday. Upon entering the property, officers found the… Continue reading Porthcawl man appears in court after body found in freezer

Government finances showed a significant improvement in January, recording a surplus of £30.4 billion as tax revenues exceeded public spending. This surplus is the largest monthly figure since records began in 1993 and nearly doubles the £15.4 billion surplus from January of the previous year, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).… Continue reading Higher tax helped government finance reach record January surplus

ScotRail is introducing a new minimum charge of £10 for passengers caught travelling without a valid ticket, targeting individuals who deliberately avoid paying for their journeys. This penalty surpasses the standard fare cost for most shorter routes. For example, a trip from Bishopbriggs to Glasgow Queen Street, which typically costs £3 if booked in advance,… Continue reading ScotRail to charge ticket dodgers £10 minimum fare

A recent judicial intervention has temporarily halted the deportation of four Chagossians who traveled to the Chagos Islands to protest a planned transfer of sovereignty to Mauritius. The group arrived on a remote section of the archipelago after sailing from Sri Lanka, intending to establish a permanent presence on what they consider their ancestral home.… Continue reading Deportation of Chagos Islanders blocked by judge

A tragic incident unfolded in Jaywick, Essex, where Esther Martin was fatally attacked by two XL bully dogs at her son-in-law Ashley Warren’s residence on 3 February 2024. The 68-year-old suffered an immense number of bite wounds, resulting in a catastrophic bleed that claimed her life, just two days after the ban on XL bullies… Continue reading Jaywick XL bully owner's arrogance killed our mum, say daughters

On the morning of his 66th birthday, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was taken into custody at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. The former prince was escorted to a police station in Aylsham, where he was questioned on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Following this, Thames Valley Police confirmed that he was released pending further investigation. King Charles… Continue reading The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested