Rob Burrow, a rugby league legend and campaigner for people with motor neurone disease, was given a final farewell by hundreds of mourners who lined the streets. Burrow passed away at the age of 41 after spending his last years raising awareness and millions of pounds for research into the degenerative condition. The funeral was… Continue reading Rob Burrow funeral: Hundreds bid farewell to rugby icon
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New UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy wants to reset ties with EU
David Lammy, the UK’s new foreign secretary, has embarked on his first international trip to Germany, Poland, and Sweden. The trip did not focus on immediate results but on the appearance of a new, determined administration, willing to work with important partners. As part of this, Lammy visited German counterpart Annalena Baerbock before moving to… Continue reading New UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy wants to reset ties with EU
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper sets out plan to tackle small boat crossings
The UK’s Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, has revealed the first steps towards establishing a new Border Security Command within the country. The move is intended to reduce the number of small boat crossings in the English Channel, which rose significantly between 2018 and today. The government will begin by recruiting a new leader to head… Continue reading Home Secretary Yvette Cooper sets out plan to tackle small boat crossings
New UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy wants to reset ties with EU
David Lammy, the new Foreign Secretary of the UK, embarked on a brief tour to Germany, Poland, and Sweden. This trip is viewed as an effort to form new perceptions about the UK’s foreign policy. It was also to reflect a new administration, one that is robust and willing to pursue goodwill with vital partners.… Continue reading New UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy wants to reset ties with EU
Rob Burrow funeral: Hundreds bid farewell to rugby icon
On June 11th, mourners gathered to bid a final farewell to rugby league legend and MND campaigner Rob Burrow, who died on June 2nd, 2022, at the age of 41. The funeral was held in a private service at Pontefract Crematorium, attended by 161 invited guests, including his closet pal and fellow MND fundraiser Kevin… Continue reading Rob Burrow funeral: Hundreds bid farewell to rugby icon
Former army general James Roddis charged with sexual assualt
Former Major General James Roddis, a senior Army officer, will appear before a military court later this month charged with sexual assault under Section 3 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003. The court appearance will be held at the Bulford Military Court Centre in Wiltshire on July 17. Roddis was previously a commanding officer of… Continue reading Former army general James Roddis charged with sexual assualt
Tory leadership race: Who could replace Rishi Sunak as party leader?
Following the Conservative Party’s worst election defeat in its parliamentary history, former party leader Rishi Sunak has pledged to remain as leader until arrangements are in place for selecting his successor. The contest to replace the former Prime Minister has yet to begin, and so far none of the party’s 121 surviving MPs have announced… Continue reading Tory leadership race: Who could replace Rishi Sunak as party leader?
Tata Port Talbot: UK government in talks but no full jobs guarantee – Jonathan Reynolds
The UK’s new business secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, has stated that “job guarantees” will be part of the negotiations with Tata Steel about the future of the Port Talbot site. Reynolds, who is currently in active negotiations with Tata alongside Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, said that newer technologies would result in fewer jobs, but there… Continue reading Tata Port Talbot: UK government in talks but no full jobs guarantee – Jonathan Reynolds
England fans celebrate reaching Euro 2024 semi final
England football fans across the nation held their breath last Saturday night as the national team fought tooth and nail to secure their place in the semi-final of Euro 2024. The crowd was on edge as the match went into a penalty shootout after the Three Lions managed to equalize with Switzerland. It was a… Continue reading England fans celebrate reaching Euro 2024 semi final
Bklava shares new mixtape, ‘c u l8r’
Bklava, the London-based musician, has shared their latest mixtape titled ‘c u l8r.’ The release features 14 tracks that incorporate bass-heavy sounds, uplifting vocal house, garage, and inclinations of breaks, bass, diasporic club sounds, and more. The mixtape pays tribute to club culture and its rich history. Bklava brings in skippy 2-step, wobbling bassline, amen… Continue reading Bklava shares new mixtape, ‘c u l8r’