Author: Dave Carter

A surge in Northern Irish homeowners facing repossession has been reported in the first quarter of 2022. Department of Justice figures revealed that 285 homeowners faced court action after defaulting on their mortgage payments. The number represents a nearly 25% rise since last year. While Northern Irish homeowners now pay almost £3,000 more for their… Continue reading 'Mortgage rise means I can't afford to live here anymore'

DNA Leisure, an online shop that supplied blades to at least two teenage murderers, has announced that it would no longer sell knives or swords. The decision was described as a “commercial decision” and came after the BBC reported last month that Rayis Nibeel had purchased 79 knives and swords from the site before murdering… Continue reading Online knife shop linked to three murders to stop selling blades

Scotland suffered a disappointing start to Euro 2024 as they lost 5-1 to Germany in their opening match. Florian Wirtz opened the scoring for the three-time European champions after just 10 minutes, with Jamal Musiala doubling their lead soon after. Ryan Porteous was then shown a straight red card, and Kai Havertz converted the resulting… Continue reading Scotland fans endure humbling Euro opener against Germany

Seven years since the Grenfell Tower fire, survivors and families affected by the tragedy say they feel forgotten. According to the BBC, residents have stated that there has been insufficient support provided and described some as “walking unhealed”. The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea said it was committed to reviewing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry,… Continue reading Grenfell fire: Victims 'are walking unhealed' seven years on

The Princess of Wales will make her first public appearance in 2023 when she attends the annual Trooping the Colour parade. She will be accompanied by her children and take part in the carriage procession, before joining the rest of the Royal Family on the Buckingham Palace balcony. The plans were revealed in a health… Continue reading Kate back for Trooping the Colour parade

Saturday’s newspapers are filled with news about the Princess of Wales, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. However, in an inspiring turn of events, Kate has announced that she is making progress in her treatment and plans to return to public life for Trooping the Colour. This announcement has made headlines in several papers,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Kate making 'good progress' and King honours Sir Alan Bates

The King’s Birthday Honours list has been released, with several individuals from Northern Ireland being recognised for their public service. Among them is Mairtin Mac Gabhann, the father of Dáithí Mac Gabhann, whose campaign for organ donation reform inspired a change in legislation. While accepting the MBE honour has not been an easy decision for… Continue reading Dáithí's Law campaigner appointed MBE in King's Birthday Honours

The King’s Birthday Honours list includes a former sub-postmaster, Alan Bates, who campaigned against the Post Office Horizon scandal and has now been knighted. Actress Imelda Staunton, designer Anya Hindmarch, and artist Tracey Emin were also nominated and have received damehoods. The list contains British achievers in fields ranging from sports to entertainment to ordinary… Continue reading Birthday honours: Mark Cavendish, Strictly's Amy Dowden and Alan Bates recognised

The Princess of Wales has given an update on her health, stating that she is making “good progress” following her cancer diagnosis. She will be attending Trooping the Colour on Saturday, her first public appearance since her diagnosis and abdominal surgery in January. In a personal message, the princess expressed her gratitude for the support… Continue reading Kate to attend Trooping the Colour in first event since cancer diagnosis