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
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Birthday honours: Mark Cavendish, Strictly's Amy Dowden and Alan Bates recognised
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
Barclays suspends sponsorship of several UK festivals amid boycott calls
Several popular UK music festivals have lost sponsorship from Barclays following a boycott of the bank over its alleged links to arms manufacturers supplying weapons for Israel’s operations in Gaza. A number of bands and artists scheduled to perform at the Download and Latitude festivals pulled out of the events in response to the “Boycott… Continue reading Barclays suspends sponsorship of several UK festivals amid boycott calls
Kate to attend Trooping the Colour in first event since cancer diagnosis
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
Nottingham Open: Katie Boulter reaches semi-finals as Jack Draper wins
Katie Boulter, who is the defending champion, has progressed to the semi-finals of the Nottingham Open after a straight-set win over Magdalena Frech. The 27-year-old Briton won the game 6-2 6-4 in 83 minutes with the match being interrupted by rain. Boulter returned after the delay to win the next two games to claim the… Continue reading Nottingham Open: Katie Boulter reaches semi-finals as Jack Draper wins
TAAHLIAH releases first new single in two years, ‘Boys’
TAAHLIAH, a Glasgow-based DJ and producer, has unveiled her first new single in almost two years. The record, entitled ‘Boys’, is now available for streaming on her official SoundCloud profile. The track originally premiered during her Boiler Room set last year. TAAHLIAH cited that the cheeky track was created in an hour, but then left… Continue reading TAAHLIAH releases first new single in two years, ‘Boys’
Labour raises £350k more than Tories in first campaign week
According to the Electoral Commission, in the first week of the general election campaign, The Labour Party raised £351,990 more than the Conservative party in donations. Labour received £926,908 in donations followed by Conservatives on £574,918 and the Liberal Democrats with £454,999. The Scottish National Party managed to raise £36,305 in donations while Reform UK… Continue reading Labour raises £350k more than Tories in first campaign week
Supermarket sandwiches linked to E. coli outbreak
Major supermarkets including Aldi, Asda, Co-op and Morrisons are recalling several types of pre-packed sandwiches, wraps and salads due to potential contamination with E. coli. At least 211 people are known to be affected by the bacteria, an increase from 113 last week, and at least 67 people have been admitted to hospital. Although E.… Continue reading Supermarket sandwiches linked to E. coli outbreak
New York approves new legislation to remove “anti-dancing” nightlife rules
New York City Council has passed new legislation to promote its nightlife sector and the “freedom to dance.” The bill is part of Mayor Eric Adams’ ‘City of Yes’ plan to change the zoning regulations that were established in the city many decades ago. The ‘City of Yes for Economic Opportunity’ includes 18 proposals and… Continue reading New York approves new legislation to remove “anti-dancing” nightlife rules
Massive Attack pull out of Georgia gig in solidarity with anti-government protesters
Music group Massive Attack has cancelled their upcoming show at Black Sea Arena in Georgia in support of anti-government protests happening across the country. The group announced their decision on social media, stating that they cancelled the show in protest of the Georgian government’s attack on basic human rights. The cancellation comes amidst nationwide protests… Continue reading Massive Attack pull out of Georgia gig in solidarity with anti-government protesters