Craig Mackinlay, the Conservative MP for South Thanet, has returned to Parliament for the first time after suffering a life-threatening episode of sepsis that led to the amputation of his hands and feet. Mr. Mackinlay recalled the shock of waking up from an induced coma to find his limbs had turned completely black. He said… Continue reading My feet and hands were amputated after sepsis, says MP
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Infected blood scandal: Fight goes on, Colin Smith's parents say
The parents of Colin Smith are determined to keep fighting for justice following the death of their seven-year-old son from contaminated blood, which led to him contracting AIDS. Along with more than 30,000 others in the UK, Colin was infected with HIV and hepatitis C by contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 1980s. A public inquiry into… Continue reading Infected blood scandal: Fight goes on, Colin Smith's parents say
Culture secretary demands answers on explicit art show
Culture Secretary Angus Robertson has called for an urgent meeting with Creative Scotland regarding the £110,000 funding given to the Rein arts project. Robertson expressed deep concern after it became known that the project, which was axed by Creative Scotland in March, had involved a real sex scene with genital contact. Creative Scotland had not… Continue reading Culture secretary demands answers on explicit art show
A new 5,000 capacity warehouse venue is opening in New York
Brooklyn is about the get a massive new cultural and arts space, courtesy of events and festival promoters, Broadwick Live. In partnership with US design firm TCE Presents, the space will occupy 104,000 square feet and is located within Brooklyn Navy Yard. The Brooklyn Storehouse will feature set builds, innovative, experience-driven music shows, immersive art… Continue reading A new 5,000 capacity warehouse venue is opening in New York
Darryn Johnson pleads guilty to killing toddler Ali Jayden Doyle
A man, 35, has pleaded guilty to murdering a “defenceless” two-year-old girl in Dungannon in August 2021. The girl, Ali Jayden Doyle, was killed in a house in the Park Avenue area of the County Tyrone town. Darryn John Armstrong, from HMP Maghaberry, had initially pleaded not guilty to the charge. However, on Tuesday, his… Continue reading Darryn Johnson pleads guilty to killing toddler Ali Jayden Doyle
Singapore Airlines: Briton killed and dozens hurt in severe turbulence
An elderly British man has passed away and over 30 people have been injured on a Singapore Airlines flight from London after encountering severe turbulence. The plane, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew, was en route to Singapore when it was forced to divert to Bangkok. The airline has extended its sympathies to the family… Continue reading Singapore Airlines: Briton killed and dozens hurt in severe turbulence
BBC News presenter Ros Atkins to perform DJ set at Glastonbury
Ros Atkins, a BBC news presenter, has announced that he will perform at Glastonbury’s Stonebridge stage this summer with a “one-off drum and bass set,” after revealing his past as a drum and bass DJ in 2022. Alongside Atkins, the line-up will also include Batu B2B Bradley Zero, Sally C, Daphni, Groove Armada, and fellow… Continue reading BBC News presenter Ros Atkins to perform DJ set at Glastonbury
Victoria Monét forced to cancel upcoming shows due to “ongoing health issues”
Victoria Monét, the R&B artist, has cancelled several upcoming performances due to ongoing health issues. Monét announced her cancellations on her Instagram story, expressing her regret that she will be unable to perform at events such as New York’s Governors Ball, Blavity Festival in Nashville, and next weekend’s Roots Picnic in Philadelphia. Monét apologised for… Continue reading Victoria Monét forced to cancel upcoming shows due to “ongoing health issues”
England Euro 2024 squad: Jarell Quansah and Adam Wharton in provisional squad
Gareth Southgate, the current England football team manager, has handpicked four uncapped players for his provisional squad for Euro 2024. The new names are Jarrad Branthwaite, Curtis Jones, Jarell Quansah, and Adam Wharton. The squad will be officially confirmed on Tuesday at 14:00 BST. Branthwaite, who plays defence in Everton, helped his team secure Premier… Continue reading England Euro 2024 squad: Jarell Quansah and Adam Wharton in provisional squad
Move to extend police protest powers ruled unlawful
The High Court has delivered a verdict against the UK government in the aftermath of an attempt to extend police power over protests. Last year, under the administration of former Home Secretary Suella Braverman, legislation was introduced to give officers wider leeway to quell any disruptions. The two presiding judges have now determined that the… Continue reading Move to extend police protest powers ruled unlawful