Disgruntled voters will vent their frustrations at all politicians during the upcoming UK general election, says Welsh Secretary David TC Davies. Despite opinion polls indicating a significant lead for the Labour Party, Davies believes there is little cause for optimism among voters. “I think people are really quite concerned,” he said in an interview. Challenges… Continue reading David TC Davies: Polls point to big Labour majority, says top Tory
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King's former school: Gordonstoun abuse flourished for decades
An inquiry into the Scottish private boarding school, Gordonstoun, has unearthed historical child abuse cases. Lady Smith, the chairwoman of the inquiry, published her findings into residential care for children at the school; she concluded that children who boarded at the school and its associated junior school, Aberlour, were exposed to risks of sexual, physical,… Continue reading King's former school: Gordonstoun abuse flourished for decades
San Remo shares Glastonbury 2024 line-up featuring Job Jobse, Jayda G, Daphne and more
San Remo, one of the stages at the iconic UK music festival, Glastonbury, has announced its plans for the 2024 edition. The beloved stage, constructed to resemble a classic US drive-in motel, is preparing to host another star-studded lineup for this year’s Worthy Farm event. Festival-goers will get to see a wide range of performances… Continue reading San Remo shares Glastonbury 2024 line-up featuring Job Jobse, Jayda G, Daphne and more
Michael Stewart appointed Belfast’s first-ever Night Czar
Michael Stewart, a well-known figure in Belfast’s hospitality industry, has been selected to serve as Belfast’s first-ever Night Czar, following applications put forward in May of this year. Stewart, who currently holds a position as head of Common Market Belfast, has served in various roles throughout the city’s nightlife scene for many years. In his… Continue reading Michael Stewart appointed Belfast’s first-ever Night Czar
Baby girl mauled to death by her Coventry family's pet dog, police say
Police have confirmed that a baby girl has died after being attacked by her family’s pet dog in Coventry. The seven-month-old was bitten on the head and rushed to hospital on Sunday but later died. The dog was not considered to be a dangerous breed, and was removed from the house and put down. Warwickshire… Continue reading Baby girl mauled to death by her Coventry family's pet dog, police say
Leah Croucher 'unlawfully killed' by convicted sex offender
The coroner has concluded that convicted sex offender Neil Maxwell “unlawfully killed” teenager Leah Croucher more than three years after she disappeared while walking to work on February 15, 2019. Maxwell died in April 2019, but in October 2022, Ms Croucher’s remains were discovered in the loft of a property on Loxbeare Drive in Furzton… Continue reading Leah Croucher 'unlawfully killed' by convicted sex offender
Jamie xx and Robyn team up on new single, ‘Life’
Robyn has made her first major release since her 2018 album “Honey”, teaming up with DJ and producer Jamie xx on a new single called “Life”. The track is set to feature on Jamie xx’s upcoming album “In Waves”, which is due for release on September 20 via Young. “Life” is a nu-disco track featuring… Continue reading Jamie xx and Robyn team up on new single, ‘Life’
Stonehenge covered in paint by Just Stop Oil protesters
Protesters painted part of Stonehenge in orange powder paint on the eve of the Summer Solstice. The Just Stop Oil group painted the ancient site in Wiltshire, England in an attempt to draw attention to their demand for the UK government to put an end to mining for oil, coal, and gas by 2030. Two… Continue reading Stonehenge covered in paint by Just Stop Oil protesters
Ella Janneh wins High Court civil rape case against therapist
A therapist has been ordered to pay over £200,000 in damages to a woman, known as Ella Janneh, who accused him of raping her during a 2016 therapy session. Ms Janneh brought the case against Michael Lousada, who denied the allegations. Lousada had previously said during the £750 session that his penis was “like a… Continue reading Ella Janneh wins High Court civil rape case against therapist
Aphex Twin unveils 30th anniversary edition of ‘Selected Ambient Works Volume II’
Aphex Twin is celebrating the 30th anniversary of his ‘Selected Ambient Works Volume II’ with a reissue of the album. This edition features every track, including the once vinyl-only track ‘#19’, which is now available in all formats. In addition to the original tracks, the new release includes two additional tracks: ‘th1 [evnslower]’ and ‘Rhubarb… Continue reading Aphex Twin unveils 30th anniversary edition of ‘Selected Ambient Works Volume II’