Author: Dave Carter

Before being confirmed as the UK’s ambassador to the United States, Lord Mandelson’s connection with Jeffrey Epstein was flagged as a potential “reputational risk” to Sir Keir Starmer. Government-released documents reveal that advice sent to the prime minister noted the relationship between Mandelson and Epstein persisted even after Epstein’s 2008 conviction for procuring an underage… Continue reading PM warned of 'reputational risk' over Mandelson's Epstein links

Contestants from the BBC’s LGBTQ+ dating show have expressed disappointment following the broadcaster’s announcement to discontinue the programme. The series, which broke new ground as the UK’s first gay dating show, initially aired on BBC Three in 2023 under the title *I Kissed A Boy*. Its unique format focused on participants entering romantic connections through… Continue reading BBC cancelling LGBTQ+ show is 'two steps back', says contestant

A British individual has admitted to encouraging a vulnerable young man from the United States to take his own life during a video call. Dylan Phelan, a 21-year-old from Morley, appeared at Leeds Crown Court where he pleaded guilty to the charge of encouraging the suicide of Travis Dyer, who lived in Louisiana. The court… Continue reading Leeds man admits encouraging suicide of 21-year-old in Louisiana, USA

Two high-ranking Army officers have denied allegations connected to the tragic death of a young soldier who took her own life after being sexually assaulted by a superior. Colonel Samantha Shepherd and Major James Hook appeared via video link at the Military Court Centre in Catterick, where both refuted charges of “conduct prejudicial to good… Continue reading Army officers deny charges linked to Jaysley Beck's death

A retired British Army colonel who served as an intelligence officer during the Troubles has alleged that Gerry Adams was a member of the IRA’s ruling army council at the time it authorized bombings in the United Kingdom. These claims were made in the former colonel Richard Kemp’s witness statement, submitted as part of a… Continue reading Gerry Adams was on IRA army council, claims intelligence officer

Anthony Russell, a prisoner charged with the killing of Ian Huntley, has made a court appearance. The 43-year-old was formally charged earlier this week following the death of Huntley, who passed away in hospital after being assaulted at HMP Frankland in County Durham in late February. Ian Huntley, aged 52 at the time of his… Continue reading Prison inmate charged with Huntley murder appears in court

A family with a newborn has been forced to vacate their home for several months after thieves stole heating oil, causing a significant spill that turned their property into what they describe as a “massive biohazard.” Gareth Kelly and Aimee Leigh Brolly had to leave their home in Limavady shortly after their son was born,… Continue reading Home heating oil theft leaves family home 'a biohazard' as prices keep rising

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party of England and Wales since September 2025, has faced renewed scrutiny over comments he made during his previous career as a hypnotherapist. In a 2013 session, Polanski offered hypnosis to a newspaper reporter with the claim that it could increase her breast size. Since entering politics, he has… Continue reading Zack Polanski stood by breast enlargment hypnosis claim

The UK government has suffered a setback after losing its appeal concerning a terrorism-related charge against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, a member of the Irish language rap group Kneecap. The High Court in London ruled on Wednesday that Ó hAnnaidh would not be subjected to a new terror trial, dismissing an appeal brought by the… Continue reading Kneecap: Government loses appeal over terror charge

Sir Keir Starmer has indicated that the scheduled increase in fuel duty, set for September, will remain under close observation amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The planned rise marks the end of a temporary 5p reduction that was introduced in response to Russia’s extensive invasion of Ukraine, which has been gradually phased out… Continue reading Starmer says fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran