Author: Dave Carter

The family of Gloria Stephenson, described as a beloved and lively grandmother, has expressed deep anger and sorrow towards Billy Stokoe, the young electric motorbike rider responsible for her death. Stokoe, who was 18 at the time of the incident in Sunderland in May 2025, collided with Ms. Stephenson as she crossed a zebra crossing,… Continue reading Teen on electric motorbike detained for killing gran in crash on zebra crossing

Lewis Waters, a teenage student at The Henley College in Oxfordshire, has tragically passed away after contracting meningitis. His family described him as “funny and kind hearted,” expressing deep sorrow over their loss. In a Facebook tribute, they conveyed how devastated they were, stating, “words simply can’t describe the heartbreak and upset we’re going through.”… Continue reading Lewis Waters: Family 'heartbroken' over teen's meningitis death

A Ukrainian man stands trial at the Old Bailey accused of conspiring to set fire to a vehicle connected to Sir Keir Starmer. Petro Pochynok, aged 35, testified that his presence at the scene was only because he was asked to assist with carrying some “luggage.” Alongside him, Roman Lavrynovych, 22, also from Ukraine, and… Continue reading Ukrainian man denies role in Starmer arson plot, court hears

A senior police official has expressed criticism towards Celtic Football Club for not arranging an official celebration event, should the team secure the Scottish Premiership title this weekend. Celtic, managed by Martin O’Neill, faces a crucial match on Saturday at Parkhead against league leaders Hearts, aiming to clinch their fifth consecutive league championship. In previous… Continue reading Police criticise Celtic over failure to plan title party for fans

During the inquest into the death of Noah Donohoe, jurors were shown video footage capturing the discovery of his body inside an underground water tunnel. The recording was taken by a small camera worn by members of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) search-and-rescue team who found Noah’s remains. Noah, a 14-year-old student at… Continue reading Noah Donohoe inquest: Jury shown footage of schoolboy's body being found

Kemi Badenoch has expressed her appreciation after rapper Nicki Minaj compared her to former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. The Conservative politician responded warmly to Minaj’s recent social media post, in which the rapper shared a clip of Badenoch speaking at Prime Minister’s Questions. Minaj wrote, “The UK is truly one of a kind. They will… Continue reading Badenoch 'flattered' by Nicki Minaj's Thatcher comparison

The UK government has taken action to block eleven foreign individuals described as “far-right agitators” from entering the country to participate in a rally organized by anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson. The event, called Unite the Kingdom, is expected to attract thousands of participants on Saturday, coinciding with an annual pro-Palestinian demonstration held elsewhere in London.… Continue reading Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, PM says

A 30-year-old man has been sentenced to ten and a half years in prison following a deadly assault outside a Wetherspoons pub in Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent. The victim, Marcus Carpenter, 37, who was described by his family as a “kind and gentle” father, passed away in hospital four days after the February attack. The… Continue reading Man jailed for 'fatal and sickening' punch outside Wetherspoons pub in Ebbw Vale

A significant fire erupted at the Ladybank landfill site in Fife on Tuesday afternoon and has continued to burn for over three days. According to the Unite union, employees at the site faced a dangerous situation during the incident, as some staff had to climb over a locked gate to evacuate. The union has described… Continue reading Landfill site workers 'climbed locked gate to escape blaze'

UK government borrowing costs have reached their highest point in 18 years, coinciding with a decline in the pound, as the contest for Labour’s leadership takes an unexpected turn with Andy Burnham deciding to contest a by-election. While borrowing costs increased across Europe, the rise in the UK has been notably sharper. Market analysts attribute… Continue reading UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues