Author: Dave Carter

A vehicle recovery driver has faced sentencing after an incident involving a Range Rover that rolled down a hill, resulting in serious injuries to a passerby who attempted to assist. Sean Baker, employed by GRS Recovery Bournemouth, received a 14-week prison sentence suspended for one year at Bournemouth Crown Court on Friday. The event occurred… Continue reading Bournemouth recovery driver sentenced after runaway car crush

The BBC has announced that the long-standing home renovation series DIY SOS will take a break in 2027 due to the broadcaster’s ongoing financial savings efforts. Rather than continuing with new episodes, the show will be temporarily “rested” and replaced by a spin-off program that showcases highlights from previous series. This move comes amid reports,… Continue reading DIY SOS to be 'rested' next year to save money, BBC says

Authorities are currently reviewing a social media message posted by Sarah Helm, the spouse of Jonathan Powell, the national security adviser to the government. Helm’s post referenced Palestine Action, an organisation designated as a terrorist group by the Home Office. On the platform X, she wrote, “God help us authors who support Palestine and Palestine… Continue reading Police assess Palestine Action post by national security adviser's wife

On Friday afternoon at 16:17, a Piper Tomahawk II aircraft departed from Glasgow Airport. Approximately 20 minutes later, at 16:37, the plane ceased all transmissions while located a few miles northeast of Drymen in the Stirling area. Prior to this final leg, the aircraft had begun its day with a takeoff from Cumbernauld Airport at… Continue reading Boy and man die in light air craft crash near Loch Lomond

During Sir Keir’s tenure as prime minister, a series of arson attacks began on 8 May 2025. The initial incident involved a car he once owned, which was set ablaze on a street in Kentish Town where he had previously lived. This event marked the start of multiple fire-related assaults connected to locations associated with… Continue reading Man jailed for Starmer-linked arson attacks deported, Home Office says

Claire Throssell narrowly missed seeing her sons by mere minutes on the day tragedy struck. Returning from work, she was unaware that her boys, Jack, aged 12, and Paul, aged nine, had just left to visit their father. Later that night, when police appeared at her door, her immediate fear was for what her estranged… Continue reading Claire Throssell on 12 years of campaigning for justice for her sons

In the latest episode of *The Celebrity Traitors* series two, an unusual approach to suspense unfolded. Rather than the typical fast-paced intrigue and tension, Friday’s installment revolved around a battle of boredom. The traitors were given a peculiar mission — to be as dull as possible in hopes that their lethargy would infect the faithful… Continue reading Miranda's tears, joy and dance moves steal show as celebrities battle deadly boredom on The Traitors

Residents near a new housing development have raised concerns about a proposed project in their area. James George, 32, expressed his worries about environmental impacts and how the project might affect his home. He specifically pointed out the noise and pollution issues, noting that a diesel generator might need to run during power outages, which… Continue reading Data centre plan in Cardiff could be powered by gas power plant

Chancellor John Healey has reaffirmed that the construction of a third runway at Heathrow Airport has consistently been viewed as a driver of economic growth. This statement comes amid uncertainty surrounding Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s stance on the expansion, as he has avoided explicitly supporting the project. Speaking at the International Monetary Fund meetings in… Continue reading Expansion of Heathrow Airport would drive growth, chancellor Healey says

The outlook for the global economy is currently characterized by competing forces pulling in opposite directions. On one side, there are persistent challenges such as the energy crisis, ongoing trade disputes, and active conflicts around the world, all of which are contributing to rising interest rates in advanced economies. These factors collectively act as a… Continue reading Faisal Islam: What I learned from a week with the world's top finance leaders