The UK Foreign Office summoned China’s ambassador, Zheng Zeguang, on Wednesday after three people were charged with assisting Hong Kong’s intelligence services. The UK officials condemned China’s recent pattern of behaviour, including cyber-attacks and reports of espionage links. The meeting comes after Chi Leung (Peter) Wai, Matthew Trickett, and Chung Biu Yuen were charged with… Continue reading Chinese ambassador summoned by UK Foreign Office after three face spying charges
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Killer says Fettes teacher was lured to death on dating app
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Three in court over alleged plan to attack Jewish community
Two men have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences over an alleged plan for a gun attack targeting the Jewish community in the north-west of England. Walid Saadaoui, 36, and Amar Hussein, 50, have been charged with the preparation of terrorist acts between December 13, 2023, and May 9, 2024. Meanwhile, Mr. Saadaoui’s 35-year-old… Continue reading Three in court over alleged plan to attack Jewish community
Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry
Michelle O’Neill, the First Minister of Northern Ireland, has apologised for attending the funeral of former Sinn Féin chairman Bobby Storey. Speaking at the UK Covid Inquiry in Belfast, O’Neill acknowledged that her actions had caused hurt and anger, and apologised for the hurt that had been caused. O’Neill faced accusations of breaking coronavirus guidelines… Continue reading Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry
New exhibition chronicles Warsaw’s club scene post-1989, EUFORIA!
An exhibition called EUFORIA! has just opened in Warsaw to showcase the city’s club scene from 1989 to now. The exhibition takes a broader view of Warsaw’s club culture as a crucial part of its cultural and social context, demonstrating the transformative nature of the early club scene in the city. The exhibition opened recently… Continue reading New exhibition chronicles Warsaw’s club scene post-1989, EUFORIA!
Lost cheque blamed for Harry and Meghan's charity error
The Archewell Foundation, a charity founded by Prince Harry and Meghan, has been given a “delinquency notice” by US authorities, preventing the organisation from operating until the registration process is completed. Although the couple claim that all of the charity’s documentation was submitted on time, the required cheque was not received. Archewell has since re-sent… Continue reading Lost cheque blamed for Harry and Meghan's charity error
Wales farm subsidy plans delayed until 2026 after protests
The Welsh government has announced that a major overhaul of farming subsidies will be delayed for an additional year, with a new start date now set for 2026 as a result of widespread protests. Responding to concerns raised by farmers over the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said that the Welsh… Continue reading Wales farm subsidy plans delayed until 2026 after protests
Kerri Chandler heads up six-date residency at Ibiza’s Club Chinois
Acclaimed DJ Kerri Chandler is set to headline a six-date residency at Club Chinois in Ibiza this summer with his renowned Kaoz Theory party. The event, which will run from May to October, will feature a selection of specially curated nights with a variety of guest performers. The first evening’s lineup includes Claptone and upe… Continue reading Kerri Chandler heads up six-date residency at Ibiza’s Club Chinois
UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise
The UK’s unemployment rate rose to its highest level in nearly a year, while wage growth remained strong, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The jobless rate increased to 4.3% between January and March, up from 4.2%, with unemployment increasing. Meanwhile, pay, excluding bonuses, remained at 6%, above the expected figure of 5.9%,… Continue reading UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise
King's medal for twin who fought crocodile off sister
Georgia Laurie, from Sandhurst, is set to receive a King’s Gallantry Medal after fighting off a crocodile that attacked her twin sister, Melissa, while the pair were swimming in Mexico in June 2021. Georgia repeatedly hit the reptile in the face, potentially saving her sister’s life. The twins were later treated in hospital, where Melissa… Continue reading King's medal for twin who fought crocodile off sister