New legislation is set to clear the names of 26 postmasters from Northern Ireland who were wrongly accused and convicted in the Post Office scandal. A lot of sub-postmasters across the United Kingdom were prosecuted because of a fault in the computer software which calculated money missing from post office branches. This resulted in many… Continue reading Post Office victims from NI to have names cleared under new law
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FTSE 100 stock index closes at new all-time high
The FTSE 100, the UK’s benchmark stock index, hit an all-time high on Monday, surpassing its previous record of 8,012.53 in February 2018. The index closed at 8,023.87 points, with a rise of 1.62% at the end of the day. The surge was driven by the strength of the dollar due to inflation sticking at… Continue reading FTSE 100 stock index closes at new all-time high
Rishi Sunak says he has confidence in Met Police chief after protest row
Rishi Sunak has voiced support for Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley after criticism over the treatment of a Jewish man at a pro-Palestinian march. However, the UK Prime Minister stated that Sir Mark must work to rebuild the trust of the Jewish community, adding that what occurred was “clearly wrong”. Sir Mark had faced… Continue reading Rishi Sunak says he has confidence in Met Police chief after protest row
Huw Edwards leaves BBC on medical advice
BBC news anchor Huw Edwards has resigned from the corporation on medical advice, according to a statement released by the BBC. Edwards, who was the BBC’s highest-profile news presenter, was last on air in July 2022, following reports in the media that he had paid for sexually explicit images from a young person. Edwards had… Continue reading Huw Edwards leaves BBC on medical advice
New 1,500-capacity nightclub set to open in Ibiza this summer, Avyca
A new nightclub is on its way to Ibiza this summer, opening in the space that was formerly occupied by Sankeys. Avyca, which will have a 1,500-person capacity, will open its doors this summer. The announcement came via the club’s official Instagram page, along with a teaser trailer, which reads, “Chapter one, coming soon.” There… Continue reading New 1,500-capacity nightclub set to open in Ibiza this summer, Avyca
Kid Cudi carried off stage after breaking foot during Coachella set
Kid Cudi was forced to end his set at Coachella early when he jumped off the stage and fractured his foot. The rapper was carried off stage following the accident, which occurred during a performance of ‘Memories’, as he tried to jump from the stage to interact with fans. Although the fall left him with… Continue reading Kid Cudi carried off stage after breaking foot during Coachella set
Peggy Gou to headline Pacha’s 2024 closing party
Pacha Ibiza will be hosting the Grand Closing Party on October 13th, and the headliner will be the globally renowned DJ Peggy Gou. Though no other acts have been confirmed to play the event beside her, other closing parties are scheduled with residents Camelphat, Pete Tong, Robin Schulz, and more. The Korean-born, Berlin-based artist has… Continue reading Peggy Gou to headline Pacha’s 2024 closing party
Damon Albarn says Blur’s Coachella show could be their “last ever gig”
Blur frontman, Damon Albarn, announced to fans at their latest Coachella show that it could be their “last ever gig”. The band performed their biggest US shows in nearly a decade over the past two weekends at Coachella, with their final performances on April 13 and April 20. Albarn told fans on stage before their… Continue reading Damon Albarn says Blur’s Coachella show could be their “last ever gig”
First-time buyers face toughest test for 70 years, lenders say
The cost of buying a first home has hit a 70-year high, making it even more difficult for first-time buyers to get onto the property ladder. According to a report from the Building Societies Association (BSA), Housing analyst Neal Hudson suggests that younger people are increasingly reliant on parental support or two high incomes to… Continue reading First-time buyers face toughest test for 70 years, lenders say
Lucy Letby: Judges hear serial killer's conviction appeal
Former nurse Lucy Letby is seeking permission to appeal against her convictions for the murder and attempted murder of babies in her care. A panel of three judges at the Court of Appeal in London is currently considering her case. Letby, who is 34 years old, was sentenced to 14 whole-life terms last year after… Continue reading Lucy Letby: Judges hear serial killer's conviction appeal