Author: Dave Carter

The southern Scottish landscape of Dumfries and Galloway once featured a remarkable collection of outdoor sculptures, including notable works by Henry Moore, Auguste Rodin, and Jacob Epstein. These pieces formed the Glenkiln Sculpture Park, an innovative display established by local landowner Sir William Keswick between 1951 and 1976. The park was designed to showcase modern… Continue reading Henry Moore's once beheaded artwork that fetched £26m at auction

Mother’s Day in the UK, observed today, brings varied emotions for many people. While it is a time of celebration and gratitude for some who honor their mothers, others may find it a day laden with sorrow due to the loss of a loved one. This is especially true for families who have endured the… Continue reading What to say on Mother's Day after pregnancy or baby loss

Diaco Yari, the owner of a coffee stand named Thirst for All in Crane Park, Twickenham, west London, has become more than just a barista to his customers—he is regarded as a beacon of kindness and community spirit. Mandy Scott Johnson, a regular customer, described him as “like a little angel, like God’s angel really.… Continue reading Iranian barista in Twickenham praised for being community 'angel'

From April 2026, council tax payments across Wales are set to rise by an average of 4.9%, following the approval of budgets for the upcoming financial year by local councils. The most significant hikes, at 6.5%, will be seen in Conwy and Vale of Glamorgan. Conversely, Neath Port Talbot will experience a comparatively modest increase… Continue reading Council tax in Wales: How much is my bill going up?

Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey has urged the UK government to develop a completely independent nuclear deterrent, aiming to end the country’s dependency on the United States for critical components. While the UK controls its nuclear arsenal and designs its own warheads, it relies on the US to provide and maintain the Trident missiles… Continue reading UK must build own nuclear missiles to end US reliance, says Ed Davey

The government is considering granting Environment Agency (EA) officials enhanced powers similar to those used by the police to better combat fly-tipping and the unlawful dumping of waste across England. This move aims to strengthen efforts in addressing illegal waste practices by enabling environment officers to conduct premises searches without requiring a warrant, seize assets,… Continue reading Fly-tipping: Plan to give environment officers police-style powers

Former US President Donald Trump has called on the United Kingdom and other countries to contribute warships to safeguard the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime route for Middle Eastern oil exports. Trump expressed hope that nations including China, France, Japan, and South Korea would join the effort amid a surge in attacks on tankers… Continue reading Trump urges UK and other nations to send warships to Strait of Hormuz

A significant restoration effort has been secured for a historic bridge spanning the River Teviot in the Scottish Borders, with funding of £250,000 awarded to support the project. This notable structure, known as the Kalemouth Suspension Bridge, dates back nearly two centuries and was closed to vehicular traffic in August 2020 due to considerable deterioration… Continue reading Historic Borders bridge secures £250,000 for restoration project

Two hours before kickoff at the Stade de France, an England supporter shared his impressions with the BBC Sport live text, encapsulating the team’s Six Nations journey with a single word: “Confusing.” That description proved fitting for a match that ended in a dramatic 48-46 loss to France, decided by a penalty goal in the… Continue reading Six Nations 2026: England intrigue increases in defeat by France

The Bank of England has announced plans to replace the current depictions of prominent British historical figures, including Sir Winston Churchill and Jane Austen, on its forthcoming series of banknotes with images of British wildlife. This decision, intended to reflect public preferences, has sparked significant political controversy. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticized the move as… Continue reading Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash