In the early hours of Saturday, a shooting incident occurred in Brixton, south London, resulting in four individuals being hospitalized. The Metropolitan Police responded to reports of gunfire on Coldharbour Lane. Among those injured, a 25-year-old man remains in a critical condition, while three others, aged 21, 47, and 70, were also taken to hospital… Continue reading Four in hospital after Brixton shooting
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Teenager died in Dumfries river incident days after 18th birthday
Police have confirmed the identity of a teenager who tragically lost his life in a river incident shortly after celebrating his 18th birthday. Benjamin Glen, who was from Dumfries, encountered difficulties while in the River Nith, located in his hometown. Emergency services were alerted around 18:50 on Thursday following reports of a person in the… Continue reading Teenager died in Dumfries river incident days after 18th birthday
Princess Charlotte smiles in 11th birthday portrait
To celebrate Princess Charlotte’s 11th birthday, the Prince and Princess of Wales have shared a fresh portrait along with a video featuring their daughter. The new image shows Charlotte joyfully smiling while standing in a sunlit meadow. She is dressed casually in a black and red striped jumper paired with blue jeans. This photograph was… Continue reading Princess Charlotte smiles in 11th birthday portrait
Monmouth stepdad attacked by stepson while watching Emmerdale
A 43-year-old man assaulted his 75-year-old stepfather in an incident sparked by mocking him for watching the ITV soap opera Emmerdale. The attack involved James Beaumont striking Martyn Sumner with a vacuum cleaner and repeatedly punching him while Sumner was seated in his armchair watching the show. The events unfolded after the pair had spent… Continue reading Monmouth stepdad attacked by stepson while watching Emmerdale
Celebrity Traitors 2026: Full line-up of series two confirmed
The second series of The Celebrity Traitors has unveiled an impressive lineup featuring well-known faces from various fields including entertainment, music, and broadcasting. Among those confirmed to participate are Richard E. Grant, Miranda Hart, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Joe Lycett. This new series will air this autumn and promises a thrilling competition as 21 celebrities take… Continue reading Celebrity Traitors 2026: Full line-up of series two confirmed
Sewage having 'alarming' impact on underwater forests in UK rivers
Recent research has revealed that pollution originating from sewage and agricultural sources in rivers is causing significant harm to marine ecosystems, particularly the underwater seagrass meadows along the British coast. These underwater habitats, which are normally rich in biodiversity, are suffering due to excessive nutrient levels in the water, a result of runoff containing fertilisers,… Continue reading Sewage having 'alarming' impact on underwater forests in UK rivers
Dunmurry car bomb: Man appears in court over attempted murder
A 66-year-old man has appeared in court in connection with a car bomb explosion outside Dunmurry Police Station near Belfast, which occurred last Saturday night. Kieran Smyth, from Beechmount Avenue, faces multiple charges including attempted murder and causing an explosion likely to endanger life or cause serious injury. Additional allegations against him include hijacking, possession… Continue reading Dunmurry car bomb: Man appears in court over attempted murder
Norfolk teen charged with terror offences appears at court
A 17-year-old boy, arrested last year in south Norfolk, has appeared in court denying a total of 16 terror-related charges. The teenager, whose identity is protected for legal reasons, is accused of manufacturing explosives, possessing a firearm without a certificate, distributing terror-related materials, and inciting racial hatred, among other offenses. At Westminster Magistrates’ Court, where… Continue reading Norfolk teen charged with terror offences appears at court
Sister jailed for murdering film director and stealing her Rolex
Nancy Pexton has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 22 years, for the murder of her sister, Jennifer Abbott Dauward, a film director. The attack took place at Abbott’s home in Mornington Place, Camden, north London, on 10 June last year. Following the stabbing, Pexton also stole a valuable diamond-encrusted gold… Continue reading Sister jailed for murdering film director and stealing her Rolex
Pro-Palestinian marches have been hijacked, says minister
A justice minister has expressed concern that pro-Palestinian demonstrations held in various British cities have been “hijacked” by individuals attempting to create division. This statement comes amid growing scrutiny of the government’s handling of these protests. Alex Davies-Jones highlighted that antisemitic incidents have occurred during the marches and affirmed that the government is willing to… Continue reading Pro-Palestinian marches have been hijacked, says minister