Author: Dave Carter

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to express his full support for Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s recent Budget in a speech scheduled for Monday. He plans to emphasize the government’s commitment to accelerating and expanding measures aimed at boosting economic growth. Starmer will highlight that Reeves’s Budget aims to ease the cost of living pressures… Continue reading Starmer to back Budget after Reeves accused of misleading public

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is currently under intense scrutiny following allegations that she misrepresented the economic condition of the country. This controversy has dominated the headlines across Sunday’s newspapers, with a poll conducted by the Mail on Sunday revealing that a majority of voters believe Reeves should resign. The story reflects growing dissatisfaction among the public… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Reeves must go' and Tom Stoppard tributes

Rosie and Wes, residents of Driffield, East Yorkshire, share a poignant story about their two children, Marley and Meadow, both diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This rare genetic disorder causes progressive muscle weakness, and without treatment, type 1 SMA can lead to death within two years. Marley, now five, was diagnosed at five months… Continue reading Test all babies for rare genetic disease SMA, parents urge

The concept of “locking in” has become increasingly popular recently, especially on social media. It’s not about being physically trapped somewhere but rather about focusing deeply and committing to challenging oneself for future benefits—be it in fitness, work, or personal growth. The idea encourages starting immediately rather than postponing, emphasizing that distractions should be pushed… Continue reading Locking in: How people are embracing winter arc without burning out

Authorities have established a 20-kilometre Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) on the island of Ireland following the discovery of the first suspected case of bluetongue virus (BTV-3). The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (Daera) reported that surveillance efforts identified the virus in two cattle located at a farm near Bangor, County Down. Bluetongue, which… Continue reading Bluetongue: First suspected case of the virus in Ireland

Prince William, the Prince of Wales, recently paid a visit to several critically ill children from Gaza who are currently receiving treatment through the NHS, according to a statement from Kensington Palace. This initiative began in September when the NHS started providing specialized medical care to children from Gaza, under a humanitarian effort spearheaded by… Continue reading Prince of Wales pays visit to severely ill children from Gaza

Russell T Davies, the creator of the acclaimed series *It’s a Sin*, has issued a strong reminder that the fight against HIV is far from over. Despite advances in treatment and awareness, he expressed deep concern over the resurgence of misinformation surrounding the virus, which he described as despairing. Emphasizing the importance of learning from… Continue reading It's a Sin writer Russell T Davies warns 'HIV battle not over'

Oscar Piastri managed to narrow the gap to his McLaren teammate Lando Norris in the championship standings by two points after winning the sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix. Piastri maintained the lead throughout the relatively uneventful contest, finishing ahead of Norris, who crossed the line behind Mercedes driver George Russell. The race concluded… Continue reading Qatar GP 2025: Piastri takes Qatar sprint win ahead of Norris

Two men lost their lives following a collision involving a bus on Friday evening in County Fermanagh. The accident occurred on Derrylin Road near Enniskillen around 19:00 GMT. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene where a Bus Éireann coach and a Ford Kuga car had collided. Tragically, the two men inside the car… Continue reading Derrylin: Two dead after crash involving bus and car

Numerous individuals were detained under the Terrorism Act during a wave of pro-Palestine protests held across various cities in England. The demonstrations, organized by the group Defend Our Juries, took place in ten locations, including prominent cities such as Bristol, Manchester, and Birmingham. The protestors voiced their opposition to the UK government’s alleged involvement in… Continue reading Dozens arrested at pro-Palestine protests across England