The family of Jessica Baker, the 15-year-old student who died when a school bus overturned on the M53 in Wirral, has described her as being “warm-hearted and wonderful.” Alongside the driver of the bus, Stephen Shrimpton, who also lost his life, Jessica lost her life on Friday when the vehicle hit a reservation. Jessica was… Continue reading M53 bus crash student was warm-hearted and wonderful, family says
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HS2: Rishi Sunak refuses to commit to Manchester link
HS2, the high-speed rail link between London and Birmingham, has faced doubts over its second leg from Birmingham to Manchester, with rising costs leading to speculation that the project may be scaled back. Despite pressure from Labour and some Tory MPs, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has refused to confirm whether the extension will go ahead.… Continue reading HS2: Rishi Sunak refuses to commit to Manchester link
Sheffield Wednesday fans donate over Bradley Lowery 'mockery'
Following reports that Bradley Lowery’s image was used as a taunt at a football game, fans have donated thousands of pounds to a charity set up in his memory. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency at Sunderland’s match against Sheffield Wednesday. Bradley was a six-year-old cancer patient and supporter of… Continue reading Sheffield Wednesday fans donate over Bradley Lowery 'mockery'
Culshaw impersonates a 'relaxed and syrupy' Sunak
During an appearance on Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg, actor and comedian Jon Culshaw was asked to showcase his impressions of notable figures, such as Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer, and Brian Blessed. Culshaw is well known for his impersonations of celebrities and politicians alike, and he didn’t disappoint during this interview. He perfectly captured the distinctive… Continue reading Culshaw impersonates a 'relaxed and syrupy' Sunak
The Chemical Brothers: “Touring the US is just not really viable at the moment”
The Chemical Brothers express worries about the cost of touring in the US in a recent interview with Billboard. They explained that touring the US is not currently affordable due to the rise of costs, and have stopped scheduling North American dates despite releasing their new album, “For That Beautiful Feeling.” “The costs have gone… Continue reading The Chemical Brothers: “Touring the US is just not really viable at the moment”
German techno artist Alma Marter has died aged 32
Stefanie Merten, also known as Alma Marter, a Leipzig-based DJ and producer, died on September 12th at the age of 32 after fighting glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain cancer. Merten played alongside her brother as Alma & August Lilienweiss and released multiple techno records for Sonderling, a Berlin-based label. Her last performances were at Berlin… Continue reading German techno artist Alma Marter has died aged 32
Call Super announces new album, ‘Eulo Cramps’
DJ and producer Call Super has announced his fourth studio album, ‘Eulo Cramps,’ which will be released on the label he co-runs with Parris, ‘Can You Feel the Sun,’ next month. The nine-track record explores themes of selfhood, light, loss, and growth through a river of reflections on the present. The album features collaborations on… Continue reading Call Super announces new album, ‘Eulo Cramps’
Here’s every track featured in Top Boy’s final season soundtrack
After a decade-long run, Top Boy has come to an end with a thrilling and emotional finale. Netflix’s third season starred Ashley Walters, Kane ‘Kano’ Robinson, Little Simz, Jasmine Jobson, and Adwoa Aboah, who tackled themes of gentrification, institutional racism, family bonds, and betrayal. The season was accompanied by an unforgettable score that included eerie… Continue reading Here’s every track featured in Top Boy’s final season soundtrack
Multiple DJs pull out of Japan festival The Labyrinth following founder’s anti-trans rights comments
Four artists have cancelled their appearance at Japan’s The Labyrinth festival in 2023 after attention was drawn to comments made by co-founder and booker Russell Moench about trans issues. Moench’s now-deactivated Twitter account (@russmonk) contained posts opposing the trans rights movement, including sharing anonymous gender-critical accounts and labelling the term TERF “misogynistic hate speech”. The… Continue reading Multiple DJs pull out of Japan festival The Labyrinth following founder’s anti-trans rights comments
Seven Scottish towns to each receive £20m levelling up cash
The UK Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has announced that £20m will be provided to each of seven Scottish towns to tackle anti-social behaviour and regenerate high streets. The aim of the 10-year deal is to give local people the funding to improve their communities. The chosen towns are Greenock, Kilmarnock, Clydebank, Elgin, Irvine, Coatbridge and Dumfries.… Continue reading Seven Scottish towns to each receive £20m levelling up cash