The mother-in-law of Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf, Elizabeth El-Nakla, has released an emotional video plea for help from Gaza. El-Nakla, who was visiting relatives with her husband, became trapped in the region after Hamas militants unexpectedly attacked Israel last weekend. The couple has been unable to leave Gaza since then. El-Nakla’s video plea comes… Continue reading Humza Yousaf's mother-in-law in tearful plea from Gaza
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Discogs sellers claim that new fees and restrictions are pushing them away
A new report from The Verge claims that sellers on Discogs are pushing back against new fees and restrictions on the platform. Discogs is the largest online music database and marketplace and has been operational since 2000. The Verge spoke to a number of sellers and label owners who use the platform regularly. In May,… Continue reading Discogs sellers claim that new fees and restrictions are pushing them away
Bradford Music Month to highlight bassline and bhangra this year
This year’s Bradford Music Month will be showcasing the genres bassline and bhangra, along with various wellbeing workshops and a sober rave. The event, which will take place in November, will be held in different locations across the city to display its diverse music scenes. The Daytimers movement, which originated from South Asian teens who… Continue reading Bradford Music Month to highlight bassline and bhangra this year
PSNI: Jon Boutcher formally appointed interim chief constable
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed the appointment of Jon Boutcher as interim chief constable. Boutcher, a former chief of Bedfordshire Police, will take over from Simon Byrne, who resigned in September following a series of crises during his leadership. The appointment has been welcomed by the Northern Ireland Secretary, Chris Heaton-Harris.… Continue reading PSNI: Jon Boutcher formally appointed interim chief constable
UK arranges flights for Britons stranded in Israel
Following Israel’s deadly attacks over the weekend, the UK government has arranged flights to evacuate its stranded citizens from Israel. However, only eligible citizens will be contacted directly, and they should not go to the airports unless they have been called to. A team of UK diplomats experienced in case management has also been sent… Continue reading UK arranges flights for Britons stranded in Israel
Captain Tom's daughter defends decision to keep book profits
The family of Captain Sir Tom Moore, who raised millions for the National Health Service (NHS) during the Covid-19 pandemic, have said that they kept the £800,000 profits from his book sales. The statement was made by Captain Tom’s daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore, and her family on Piers Morgan’s talk show Piers Morgan Uncensored. The family… Continue reading Captain Tom's daughter defends decision to keep book profits
M25: Owner 'heartbroken' as foals killed in motorway hit-and-run
Two five-month-old foals died after a car crashed into a horsebox being towed by James Mason, a horse owner from near Market Harborough in Leicestershire, while on the M25 near Enfield. The trailer flipped and crashed, killing one of the foals, with the other having to be put down because of its injuries. The foals… Continue reading M25: Owner 'heartbroken' as foals killed in motorway hit-and-run
French holocaust denier faces extradition from Scotland
In Edinburgh Sheriff Court, a judge has ruled that a Holocaust denier should be extradited to France to face charges of challenging the existence of crimes against humanity. Vincent Reynouard, 54, was arrested by Scottish police officers in November last year and has spent the intervening period in detention in Scotland. The French national, who… Continue reading French holocaust denier faces extradition from Scotland
Keir Starmer: I won't build homes without GPs and schools
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to ensure that developers do not build new homes without adequate infrastructure such as GP surgeries and schools. He likened the current situation to the “Wild West,” where developers decide where to build homes, and infrastructure fails to catch up. Earlier this week, Sir Keir talked about bulldozing… Continue reading Keir Starmer: I won't build homes without GPs and schools
MP Lisa Cameron defects from SNP to Conservatives
SNP MP Lisa Cameron has defected to the Conservatives, citing a “toxic” culture in the SNP’s Westminster group. Cameron, who represents East Kilbride, Strathaven, and Lesmahagow, faced a selection contest to remain as the SNP’s candidate at the next general election. She claimed that she had been “ostracised” by the SNP after speaking out over… Continue reading MP Lisa Cameron defects from SNP to Conservatives