Category: UK News

According to Scotland’s largest teaching union, violence against educators in Aberdeen’s schools remains a prevalent and damaging problem. The Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) reported that over 25% of its members in the city had experienced physical assaults during the past year. Furthermore, more than a third of these teachers witness violent episodes on a… Continue reading Violence against Aberdeen teachers still 'widespread and harmful'

Wunmi Mosaku, the acclaimed actress who recently claimed the Bafta for Best Supporting Actress, described her experience playing Annie in the musical horror film *Sinners* as a personal revelation. Reflecting on the role, she shared that it helped her reconnect with aspects of herself she believed had been lost or suppressed during her journey as… Continue reading Wunmi Mosaku shows 'ancestral power' with Bafta win

Emergency services are currently responding to a major fire at The Promise School located in Okehampton, Devon. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue received reports of the flames and dense black smoke around 15:30 GMT and promptly dispatched approximately 15 fire engines alongside specialized equipment to tackle the blaze. Thankfully, there have been no injuries… Continue reading Firefighters tackling large blaze at Devon school

The recent arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor continues to dominate headlines, with significant attention on the response of his family, particularly Prince William. At the Bafta awards held on Sunday, the Prince of Wales was asked about his reaction to the situation and the film *Hamnet*. He admitted, “I need to be in quite a calm… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: William 'not calm, buy carrying on' amid Andrew arrest

Emma Dyer recalls the moment she impulsively purchased a set of weight-loss injections online, without undergoing any medical consultation or identity verification. Despite her past struggles with anorexia and bulimia, no questions were asked about her health history. “It was just so easy – too easy,” Emma reflects. “They never asked for my medical history… Continue reading 'I thought I was going to die' – Woman calls for tighter weight-loss jabs checks

The recent Bafta Film Awards offered a star-studded evening filled with notable moments, including appearances by celebrities, members of the royal family, and even the beloved Paddington Bear. The event was graced by sunny weather, a rarity this year, and held at the Royal Festival Hall, setting the stage for a night full of surprises,… Continue reading Six backstage highlights from the Bafta Film Awards

The text you’ve shared is an excerpt from a BBC article recounting the Aberfan disaster, written by Huw Thomas, BBC Wales correspondent. It centers on the experiences of Mair Morgan, a teacher at Pantglas Junior School during the tragedy on 21 October 1966, when a colliery spoil tip collapsed, engulfing the school and nearby houses,… Continue reading Aberfan: Last surviving teacher remembers faces of the children who died

The identities of the three individuals who lost their lives in a road traffic collision in County Armagh over the weekend have been officially released. The incident occurred on Saturday evening on the Armagh Road near the village of Moy, involving three vehicles. Tragically, Conor Quinn, 31, from Derryloughan, County Tyrone; John Guy, 48, originally… Continue reading Moy: Names of three people who died in collision made public

The UK government has announced a significant investment aimed at making mainstream schools in England more accessible and supportive for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Over the next three years, £1.6 billion will be directly allocated to schools, early years settings, and colleges, while an additional £1.8 billion will fund greater access… Continue reading Ministers say billions in SEND funding will make schools more inclusive

At this year’s Bafta awards ceremony held at London’s Southbank Centre, Robert Aramayo emerged as the standout star by claiming the best actor award. His compelling portrayal of John Davidson, a campaigner with Tourette’s syndrome, earned him this prestigious honor, surpassing well-known competitors including Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet. Overwhelmed with emotion, Aramayo expressed disbelief… Continue reading Baftas 2026: Hamnet's Jessie Buckley and I Swear's Robert Aramayo win big