Author: Dave Carter

Two teenagers from Wales have been detained in Thailand, leading to a police inquiry into the details surrounding their journey. The pair, both aged 17 and hailing from Cardiff, were confirmed to have been arrested, although South Wales Police stated on Friday evening that they currently hold “limited information” regarding the incident. Authorities from the… Continue reading Cardiff teens arrested in Thailand prompting police probe

King Charles opened the new session of the Scottish Parliament by calling on Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) to contribute towards creating a society that is both fair and prosperous. This ceremonial event marked the commencement of Holyrood’s seventh session since its establishment in 1999 and featured a mix of pageantry, poetry, drama, and… Continue reading King urges MSPs to help build a 'fair and prosperous society'

A fatal road accident involving two vehicles occurred near Eastbourne on the evening of Friday, 26 June. According to Sussex Police, a 17-year-old boy who was a passenger in one of the cars lost his life in the collision, which took place at approximately 9:30 pm BST close to Shooters Bottom car park by Beach… Continue reading Boy, 17, dies in two-car crash near Beachy Head, Eastbourne

The crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo in Cambridgeshire has reopened to visitors, nine days after a serious incident involving a young child. On 18 June, a three-year-old boy was attacked by one or more crocodiles within the Tropical House. Zoo staff quickly intervened and rescued the child from the enclosure. Following the… Continue reading Johnsons zoo crocodile enclosure reopens after child attacked

Authorities have discovered a body while searching for a 15-year-old boy who disappeared after swimming in a lake. The incident took place at Testwood Lakes nature reserve, located near Totton in Hampshire. Following the disappearance, police marine teams initiated a search on Wednesday afternoon, leading to the evacuation of the area. The boy’s family has… Continue reading Body found in search for teenage swimmer in Testwood Lakes

London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports are currently experiencing significant flight disruptions due to stormy weather following a period of intense heat. Over 600 flights have faced delays of up to six hours, with dozens of cancellations reported, largely attributed to thunderstorms affecting the region. The UK’s air traffic control service has indicated that these delays… Continue reading Hundreds of Heathrow and Gatwick flights delayed due to thunderstorms

The fire incidents in Eastbourne have now been declared over following a demanding night for emergency services. Firefighters have been working to extinguish remaining hot spots, with a planned re-inspection scheduled around midday. According to officials, four fire engines continue to operate in Thatcher Close, where the blaze is believed to have started as a… Continue reading Lightning strikes cause fires and damage across Kent and Sussex

The body of a 22-year-old man, Brody Leach, has been recovered after he was last seen entering the River Severn in Shrewsbury during the early hours of Friday morning. Witnesses reported that he entered the water wearing jeans but no T-shirt just after 4:00 a.m. BST. According to West Mercia Police, he got into trouble… Continue reading Body of Brody Leach found in River Severn in Shrewsbury

Sophie Madden, a mother from Shropshire, finds herself deeply immersed in the demanding world of completing the 2026 Panini World Cup sticker album for her son. Late into the night, while others wind down, Sophie is busy negotiating sticker swaps over long distances — in one instance, coordinating a trade of 50 stickers with a… Continue reading The reality of trying to complete the 2026 World Cup sticker book

Comedian Alan Carr’s recently acquired Scottish Borders residence, Ayton Castle, is the focus of an upcoming auction featuring hundreds of items that neither Carr nor the previous owners wish to keep. Among the extensive collection for sale are over 90 lots from a distinctive “cement menagerie,” which consists of painted concrete sculptures portraying animals, historical… Continue reading Unwanted items from Alan Carr's Ayton Castle castle go to auction