Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight braced for flooding

Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight braced for flooding

Parts of the south coast have been issued with more flood warnings due to further heavy rainfall. The Environment Agency predicts that flooding will occur across areas of Hampshire, Dorset, and the Isle of Wight throughout the weekend. Ryde on the Isle of Wight will be particularly vulnerable, with flood defenses expected to be activated… Continue reading Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight braced for flooding

Belfast rally in support of Palestinians hears calls for Gaza ceasefire

Belfast rally in support of Palestinians hears calls for Gaza ceasefire

Over 3,000 people gathered in Belfast city centre for a rally in support of Palestine on Saturday. The protest was organised by the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign and comes amid an upsurge in conflict between Hamas and Israel in the past three weeks. Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrations have been held in Belfast since the violence… Continue reading Belfast rally in support of Palestinians hears calls for Gaza ceasefire

Former SNP leadership candidate Ash Regan defects to Alba party

Former SNP leadership candidate Ash Regan defects to Alba party

Ash Regan, former SNP leadership candidate, has announced her resignation from the party and her intention to join Alex Salmond’s Alba party. According to Alba, Regan’s decision came after her growing disillusionment with the SNP’s leadership and its lack of a clear and committed path towards Scottish independence. Regan, 49, had been elected as an… Continue reading Former SNP leadership candidate Ash Regan defects to Alba party

Hastings shopping centre evacuated after major floods

Hastings shopping centre evacuated after major floods

Heavy rain in an East Sussex town has caused major flooding, resulting in the evacuation of a shopping centre. The Priory Meadow shopping centre in Hastings was flooded due to deep water that had entered the centre through an entrance on Station Road. The East Sussex Fire & Rescue team is dealing with the flood… Continue reading Hastings shopping centre evacuated after major floods

Pro-Palestinian protest in London sees thousands call for bombing to stop

Pro-Palestinian protest in London sees thousands call for bombing to stop

This weekend has seen thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters gather in London to urge an end to Israel’s attacks on Gaza. Rallies are also expected in other UK cities, such as Manchester and Glasgow. Last week, 100,000 people took to the streets in London alone to demand an end to the bombing in Gaza. Police expect… Continue reading Pro-Palestinian protest in London sees thousands call for bombing to stop

Ciel announces debut album ‘Homesick’

Ciel announces debut album ‘Homesick’

Electronic artist Ciel has announced her debut album, ‘Homesick’, after two years of creative production. Set to be released on November 24, the lead track ‘Bamboo’ is already available. The album’s concept revolves around eight traditional Chinese instruments such as silk, bamboo, wood, stone, metal, clay, gourd and hide. The DJ, who specializes in house,… Continue reading Ciel announces debut album ‘Homesick’

New creative platform and club series launches in Newcastle, SKIN

New creative platform and club series launches in Newcastle, SKIN

A new platform and club series has just launched in Newcastle, called SKIN. The first installment of club nights, named ‘SKIN001 Opening Connection’ features an exciting line-up, including Eris Drew, OK Williams, GiGi FM, Lukas Wigflex, D.Dan, and a special TBA event, all headlining on club events between November and March. The events also look… Continue reading New creative platform and club series launches in Newcastle, SKIN

Hugo Massien debuts new EP via Madam X’s KAIZEN

Hugo Massien debuts new EP via Madam X’s KAIZEN

Artist Hugo Massien has just released his new EP ‘Outer Reach’ on Madam X’s KAIZEN record label. The EP spans over three tracks that merge warehouse-ready breaks and bass with emotionally-driven house and trippy 2-step. The opening track ‘Inexplicable’ is an immersive, reflective piece that glides across a pulsating 4×4 house beat with ethereal notes… Continue reading Hugo Massien debuts new EP via Madam X’s KAIZEN

Leicestershire police officer seriously injured in dog attack

Leicestershire police officer seriously injured in dog attack

A dog, believed to be an XL Bully breed, has attacked a police officer, leaving him with serious injuries. The officer was attending an address in Ibstock, near Coalville, with a colleague when the incident occurred. The dog bit the officer on his upper leg and he was taken to the hospital for treatment. The… Continue reading Leicestershire police officer seriously injured in dog attack

‘I’m terrified of e-bikes after food courier smash’

‘I’m terrified of e-bikes after food courier smash’

Delivery companies using electric bikes in Scotland should take more responsibility for the actions of their riders, according to Cycling Scotland. The call comes after a cyclist claimed he was mown down by an e-bike, leaving him “terrified” and with a serious injury. Ben Williams was cycling on a dedicated lane when he was hit by a food… Continue reading ‘I’m terrified of e-bikes after food courier smash’