Category: UK News

A rugby club in Cardiff has highlighted a significant issue with dog fouling on its sports fields, describing it as a major concern that causes friction within the community. Eurof James, representing Clwb Rygbi Cymry Caerdydd (CRCC), revealed that both coaches and parents regularly have to clean the pitches before matches start, with some children… Continue reading Cardiff rugby match stopped due to dog fouling highlights problem

Andy Johnson, a 35-year-old father of two from Pwllheli, Gwynedd, experienced a life-changing moment during a hectic morning routine when he accidentally sent his son Oaklen to nursery wearing mismatched shoes. This simple mistake highlighted to Andy that his vision was deteriorating faster than he had realized. Born with retinal dystrophy, a genetic eye condition… Continue reading Gwynedd dad realised he was losing sight after putting odd shoes on son

Following the recent visit of the UK Prime Minister to China, seven new stores dedicated to Labubu dolls are set to launch across the UK this year. Among these new outlets will be a flagship store on Oxford Street in London’s West End, along with additional shops opening in Cardiff and Birmingham. Beyond these initial… Continue reading Labubu to open seven UK shops, after PM's China visit

Comedian Alan Carr has disclosed that he accidentally revealed he was the winner of the first Celebrity Traitors series within just 12 hours of filming the finale. The 49-year-old took home the title after persuading fellow finalists Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga that he was a faithful contestant during the tense conclusion of the show.… Continue reading Alan Carr accidentally revealed Traitors victory hours after filming

After spending extended periods in isolation during the Covid lockdowns, 23-year-old Paisley found himself struggling with feelings of entrapment and loneliness while working from home. He confessed that he had lost the ability to interact socially and, like many others from Generation Z, turned to artificial intelligence for companionship. “At one point, I was talking… Continue reading 'I spoke to ChatGPT 8 times a day' – Gen Z's loneliness 'crisis'

Asha Patel and Maddy Bull from Nottingham report on an unforgettable surprise for a devoted Bridgerton fan. Sarah Taylor, who had believed she was attending a routine first aid training session in Newark, Nottinghamshire, found herself in the middle of an extraordinary event tied to the launch of the hit Netflix series’ new season. As… Continue reading Bridgerton superfan's delight as work training course gives way to ball

On the final day before the self-assessment deadline, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in the UK has expanded its phone and webchat support to assist taxpayers who have yet to file their returns. This move comes as millions of self-employed individuals or those with multiple income sources are required to submit their 2024-25 tax returns… Continue reading HMRC phone lines stay open as self-assessment tax deadline looms

Sam Marlow had originally intended to provide her 12-year-old daughter, Rubie, with a smartphone when she began secondary school. However, this plan was altered when the school implemented a ban on smartphones for all new students, permitting only basic “brick” or “dumb” phones that limit internet access to calls and texts. Sam appreciates that this… Continue reading Making schools phone-free is 'near impossible'. Do parents even want it?

Recent revelations stemming from over three million newly disclosed documents related to the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have sparked widespread media attention. Among the notable disclosures are emails from 2010 indicating that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor invited Epstein to Buckingham Palace shortly after Epstein’s release from house arrest. One such email, sent from an account labeled… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Epstein invited to Palace' and 'I have Russian friend for you'

The core idea driving the prime minister’s recent trip to China revolves around what some observers refer to as China’s “looking up economy.” This phrase emphasizes the nature of China as a tightly managed state under the pervasive influence of the Chinese Communist Party, where directives from the highest levels shape the possibility of meaningful… Continue reading Chris Mason: What Starmer's China reset tells us about his foreign policy