Author: Dave Carter

The festival atmosphere has been vibrant and full of joy, with musicians playing everything from the bodhran to fiddles, creating a lively celebration of both music and culture. Attendees have eagerly participated in open sessions, giving many an opportunity to reveal hidden musical talents or to learn new skills. For the past week, visitors have… Continue reading Fleadh: Week-long celebration of Irish music and culture comes to a close

According to a report by the Sunday Times, leading universities are lowering their entry requirements in response to a decline in applications from international students. These prestigious institutions are adopting a more flexible approach, particularly for applicants who either fall short of their predicted grades or apply through clearing. This shift is seen as a… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Top universities cut entry grades' and 'Uefa set for Infantino inquiry'

An increasing number of people are choosing to leave urban centers in favor of more affordable housing, increased living space, and closer proximity to nature. This trend is particularly evident in the Forest of Dean area, situated in Gloucestershire between the River Severn and the Welsh border. Traditionally known for its ancient woodland, market towns,… Continue reading Why more people are swapping Bristol for the Forest of Dean

Freddie Woodward, once a teenage diver for Team GB and a former Olympian, confronted a significant challenge with pornography early in life. Reflecting on his experience, Woodward revealed, “Every time I sat down to revise, all I wanted to do was open those sites.” Despite his youth, by the age of 12 he was frequently… Continue reading This Olympian curbed his unhealthy porn habit – here are the signs and steps to recovery

Ruth Clegg, a health and wellbeing reporter, decided to undergo a comprehensive full-body health scan, an experience she found unexpectedly unsettling. The procedure took place at a futuristic clinic in Manchester, where dozens of cameras captured more than 2,000 images of her skin alone. As she stood in a large curved scanner, a robotic voice… Continue reading Full body MOTs – the future of healthcare or a headache for the NHS?

Kellie Bright, who has portrayed Linda Carter on the long-running soap EastEnders for 13 years, is set to depart from the show. Her character, Linda, is well-known as a central figure in Albert Square, having arrived alongside her on-screen husband Mick, played by Danny Dyer, as the new landlords of the iconic Queen Vic pub.… Continue reading EastEnders' Kellie Bright to leave after 13 years

Street artist Banksy’s works have resulted in public spending nearing £150,000 for cleaning and security, with costs anticipated to increase. The most significant expense is tied to a mural that appeared on the Royal Courts of Justice in London in September 2025. Efforts to remove the artwork and maintain security around the Grade II-listed building… Continue reading Bristol artist Banksy's works cost taxpayers nearly £150k

The Clacton constituency is set to hold a by-election this Thursday following the resignation of Nigel Farage. This marks the sixth time in twelve years that residents have been asked to elect a Member of Parliament for the area. Farage stepped down amid scrutiny and an investigation into his financial affairs, which he has denied… Continue reading What do Clacton by-election voters want from their next MP?

According to Downing Street, the prime minister will soon introduce a variety of initiatives aimed at easing the financial burden on those affected by the rising cost of living. These upcoming measures are intended to provide individuals with some much-needed relief. Alongside this, the prime minister plans to prioritize revitalizing local high streets as he… Continue reading Burnham to set out cost-of-living measures as he tours UK

A UK-based Muslim faith charity, the Al-Khair Foundation, is currently under investigation by both counter-terrorism police and the Charity Commission amid allegations of links to the designated terrorist group Hamas. On Friday, the Charity Commission initiated a formal inquiry into the foundation’s activities. Concurrently, Counter Terror Policing London (CTP) confirmed that two search warrants had… Continue reading Charity watchdog investigates aid charity over alleged Hamas links