Category: UK News

A man has been taken into custody following a police pursuit that ended after a bus was hijacked and subsequently stopped. The incident began when the bus driver was threatened at knifepoint by the individual, who then allowed the passengers to exit the vehicle. Despite this, the driver was forced to remain on board. Footage… Continue reading Bus driver threatened with knife as bus hijacked in Omagh and chased in police pursuit to Strabane

Recent protests in the city centre followed unrest that occurred on 6 September, when police had to intervene at Eastney Marina. During that event, hundreds of demonstrators blocked roads to prevent coaches transporting 120 migrants, who had crossed the Channel in a dinghy, from leaving the city. On Saturday, around 500 anti-migrant protesters gathered outside… Continue reading Rival protests in Portsmouth as face masks banned

In a gripping conclusion to the Third Rothesay Test at Edgbaston, England overcame a significant challenge to claim victory by eight wickets, securing a 3-0 series sweep against Pakistan. After being set a target of 130 runs on the fourth day, England found themselves in early trouble as they lost two wickets in the opening… Continue reading England vs Pakistan: Joe Root and Jordan Cox come through scare to win third Test and 3-0 sweep

Police have identified an elderly woman whose death has led to a murder inquiry. Thames Valley Police confirmed that Jill Gant, aged 88, was discovered deceased at a residence on Appleford Drive in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The incident occurred around 14:20 BST on Thursday afternoon. Following the discovery, officers have been providing support to Ms. Gant’s… Continue reading Woman found dead in Abingdon named by police as Jill Gant, 88

Reform UK has recently received two substantial donations of £36 million each within a span of two days. The second contribution came from cryptocurrency investor Christopher Harborne, who revealed that he matched the record-breaking sum announced late on Friday. In an article for the Telegraph, Harborne attributed his generosity to a “competitive spirit,” which motivated… Continue reading Reform receives second £36m donation in two days as crypto investor matches record

Later today, groups associated with South Coast Patriots are set to hold a demonstration in Portsmouth city centre. In response, the anti-racism organization Stand Up To Racism plans to organize a counter protest. Hampshire Police have issued a warning that individuals wearing face coverings during the protests may be subject to arrest. The force intends… Continue reading Man in court following anti-migrant protests in Portsmouth

A senior figure from the conservative ranks remarked, “It was a real line in the sand, we could never have imagined Sir Keir Starmer saying that.” The party appears thrilled to have a fresh and reusable point to argue, emphasizing that the prime minister prioritizes welfare more than defense and national security. Meanwhile, sources within… Continue reading Burnham and Badenoch revive red versus blue politics as Reform land £36m mega donation

As part of an ongoing investigation into gang-related violence, police conducted a coordinated operation resulting in the arrest of four men during a planned “day of action.” Warrants were carried out at locations in Bellshill and Motherwell, and authorities recovered four stolen vehicles in the process. Among those detained was a 29-year-old man charged following… Continue reading Four arrested during gangland violence 'day of action'

A man convicted over four decades ago for the murder of a British soldier in Londonderry has had his appeal rejected. John McDevitt, aged 61, had argued that police officers had forced him into making a false confession using oppressive interrogation techniques. The case concerns the death of Private Neil Clarke, who was killed on… Continue reading John McDevitt loses appeal against murder conviction of British soldier

A Carlisle man has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after neglecting his 74-year-old mother, who remained on their bathroom floor for two weeks as she slowly died. Stewart Irwin contacted emergency services on the afternoon of 28 July 2023, reporting that his mother’s skin was turning blue. Paramedics who attended… Continue reading Carlisle man who let mum die jailed for six and a half years