Author: Dave Carter

A 77-year-old former educator has been convicted of indecent assault involving five female students at a school in south Belfast during the 1970s. William Lloyd-Lavery, who resides on Richmond Avenue in Lisburn, was informed by the judge at Belfast Crown Court that he is likely to face imprisonment. Lloyd-Lavery, once a history teacher at Richmond… Continue reading William Lloyd-Lavery: Former teacher guilty of indecently assaulting five girls

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham’s wedding DJ has shared his perspective on a notably uncomfortable moment during the celebration, involving Brooklyn’s mother, Victoria Beckham. The incident reportedly took place during Brooklyn’s first dance with his wife, actress and hedge fund heiress Nicola Peltz, and has since generated significant public attention. Brooklyn himself made waves on social media… Continue reading Brooklyn Peltz Beckham's wedding DJ Fat Tony speaks about 'awkward' dance

During the Christmas period, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) carried out a crackdown on drink and drug driving, resulting in the arrest of nearly 300 individuals. Among those detained was a 14-year-old child, while the oldest person arrested was an 82-year-old. This enforcement operation ran from December 1, 2025, to January 1, 2026,… Continue reading Drink and drug driving: Child, 14 among those arrested in NI

A tragic incident unfolded in London involving a teenager who had recently been released from a Dubai prison. The young man, Marcus Fakana, died in a car crash after the driver, Marwaan Mohamed Huseen, attempted to evade police officers. The accident occurred in Tottenham, north London, in the early hours of October 3rd last year,… Continue reading Driver admits killing teen Marcus Fakana freed from Dubai jail

Passengers traveling through Heathrow Airport, the United Kingdom’s largest airport, can now keep liquids in containers up to two litres inside their bags when passing through security, following the complete installation of advanced CT scanning technology. This upgrade also allows electronics such as laptops to remain in luggage, eliminating the need for clear plastic bags… Continue reading Heathrow scraps 100ml liquid container limit

The Scottish government is currently facing legal action initiated by Scotland’s Information Commissioner due to repeated delays in providing documents related to an ethics investigation involving former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. The government had a deadline set for Thursday to submit specific correspondence connected to the inquiry that cleared Sturgeon of any breach of the… Continue reading Scottish government facing legal action over Sturgeon inquiry evidence

After nearly four years without releasing new music, Harry Styles has returned, though he has remained very much in the public eye during this time. Whether running marathons in cities like Berlin and Tokyo or witnessing the election of a new pope at the Vatican, the global superstar continues to attract attention wherever he goes.… Continue reading Harry Styles says new single is comeback's 'perfect little bow'

Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that demand for online jewellery contributed to a slight increase in retail sales during December, despite challenges faced by retailers throughout the festive season. Overall sales rose by 0.4% compared to November, with online jewellers reporting heightened interest in precious metals such as gold and silver.… Continue reading Demand for online jewellery boosts December retail sales

Starting in April, water bills in Scotland will increase by 8.7%, translating to approximately £42 more per year for the average household. Despite this rise, the typical Scottish water bill will total £532 annually, keeping it among the most affordable in the United Kingdom. This adjustment, which averages around £3.50 extra each month, aligns with… Continue reading Scottish Water bills to rise by 8.7% from April

Longford is a quiet village that could be mistaken for any other across the country if not for one overwhelming feature: the constant roar of jet engines. Situated just to the west of Heathrow Airport, Longford faces a unique challenge due to its close proximity to one of the world’s busiest airports. The community’s concerns… Continue reading Heathrow Airport runway change 'will make our village unliveable'