Firefighters suspect that an electric bike battery left charging in a flat caused the fire which broke out in Coventry last Saturday. With up to 50 firefighters being sent to the scene at Samuel Vale House in Radford, some of the building was evacuated and local people were accommodated at a nearby church. The fire… Continue reading Charging e-bike likely cause of Coventry tower block fire
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Cardiff Half Marathon: Runners get engaged near finish line
When Felix Harkness, 39, reached the finishing line of the Cardiff Half Marathon, he surprised his partner Anna Bearne by proposing to her in front of thousands of people. The couple crossed the finishing line of the 13.1-mile race in one hour and 43 minutes, and had originally hoped to beat their personal bests. This… Continue reading Cardiff Half Marathon: Runners get engaged near finish line
Kyiv’s ARSENAL XXII to close this month
Arsenal XXII, a club based in Kyiv, has announced that it will temporarily close its doors to the public. The announcement, made via Instagram, did not specify how long the club would be closed for, or the reasons behind the closure. The 250-year-old building, which used to function as a weapons forge, was converted into… Continue reading Kyiv’s ARSENAL XXII to close this month
Fire at Spanish nightclub leaves 13 dead, with more still missing
A fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning at the Murcia-based nightclub, Fonda Milagros, Spain. At least 13 people have died with police warning that the death toll may further rise as a number of attendees remain unaccounted for. It is believed that the cause of the fire started at around 6:00AM… Continue reading Fire at Spanish nightclub leaves 13 dead, with more still missing
Uganda’s Nyege Nyege Festival unveils line-up for eighth edition
The eighth edition of Uganda’s largest electronic dance music festival, Nyege Nyege, is set to take place from November 9 to 12 in Jinja, Eastern Uganda. The festival’s lineup for this year includes electronic artists such as Tash LC, Menzi, De Schuurman, Sarra Wild, and DJ Marcelle. Headliners include Mejja and Trio Mio. Nyege Nyege… Continue reading Uganda’s Nyege Nyege Festival unveils line-up for eighth edition
Liverpool Women's Hospital bomber had asylum grievance, police say
A police investigation has revealed that a man who was killed by his own homemade bomb outside a hospital had a grievance against the British state because his asylum request was denied. Emad Al Swealmeen’s device exploded in a taxi outside Liverpool Women’s Hospital on November 14, 2021, causing his death. Counter-Terrorism Policing North West… Continue reading Liverpool Women's Hospital bomber had asylum grievance, police say
Man City
Francis Lee, the former Manchester City and England striker, has passed away at the age of 79. Lee played for City for eight years, scoring 148 goals in 330 appearances and helping the club to win multiple honours including the old First Division title in 1968. Lee started his career at Bolton Wanderers before joining… Continue reading Man City
Bianca Williams: Met PC thought he smelled cannabis in car
London police officers are facing allegations of racial profiling and gross misconduct after stopping and searching two top athletes in Maida Vale in July of last year. Portuguese sprinter Ricardo Dos Santos and Team GB athlete Bianca Williams were handcuffed and searched after being followed by police officers who suspected they were carrying drugs or… Continue reading Bianca Williams: Met PC thought he smelled cannabis in car
Home buyers choosing smaller properties and 35-year mortgages
According to recent surveys, some homebuyers are considering smaller properties and opting for longer-term mortgages to deal with affordability challenges. Credit reference agency Experian revealed that a quarter of mortgage holders under the age of 30, who began their loan at the beginning of this year, selected a 35-year term, which represents a 15% increase… Continue reading Home buyers choosing smaller properties and 35-year mortgages
UK sees joint warmest September on record
The United Kingdom experienced the warmest September on record this year, with above average temperatures persisting throughout the month. According to the Met Office, the UK’s average temperature for the month was 15.2C, equivalent to the 2006 record. The average maximum temperature of 19.4C was the highest in 127 years. September was also the warmest… Continue reading UK sees joint warmest September on record