Sarah Ferguson's charity to close days after new Epstein revelations

Sarah Ferguson’s charitable organization, Sarah’s Trust, has declared it will cease operations “for the foreseeable future,” shortly after new information surfaced regarding her association with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. A spokesperson for the charity stated that the decision was reached following “some months” of internal deliberation. Recent disclosures from over three million… Continue reading Sarah Ferguson's charity to close days after new Epstein revelations

Families with children battling cancer to have travel costs covered

A new initiative in England plans to cover travel expenses for children and young people diagnosed with cancer, extending support up to the age of 24. This scheme, which is expected to be implemented by 2027, aims to alleviate the financial burden families face when traveling for treatment. The government has allocated £10 million annually… Continue reading Families with children battling cancer to have travel costs covered

Jack Thorne on why Lord of the Flies is 'remarkably tender'

Jack Thorne’s connection to *Lord of the Flies* began in his childhood when his mother, a substitute English teacher, gave him a copy of the novel that bore the stamp of the Portway English Department. Although he never studied the book formally at school, Thorne recalls with humor that his copy was, in his words,… Continue reading Jack Thorne on why Lord of the Flies is 'remarkably tender'

Victoria Hall: The final moments of Steve Wright's first victim

The text you’ve shared details the disappearance and murder investigation of Victoria Hall, a young woman from Trimley St Mary, Felixstowe, who went missing in September 1999. Here is a summary of the key points: – Victoria Hall was last seen entering the Bandbox nightclub with her friend Gemma Algar on the night of 18… Continue reading Victoria Hall: The final moments of Steve Wright's first victim

County Tyrone: Man dies after crash involving lorry

A fatal incident occurred in Omagh, County Tyrone, where a man lost his life following a collision involving a lorry. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) received notification of the accident shortly after 10:20 GMT on Monday, reporting that an industrial worker had been involved on Donaghanie Road. Emergency services promptly responded to the… Continue reading County Tyrone: Man dies after crash involving lorry

Rules over which jails house trans prisoners challenged in court

A legal challenge is set to be heard by judges over the current guidance determining the placement of transgender inmates in Scottish prisons. The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) operates a policy that evaluates each case individually, taking into account the potential risk a transgender prisoner might pose to female inmates. This approach contrasts with the… Continue reading Rules over which jails house trans prisoners challenged in court

Sarah Ferguson emailed Epstein while he was in prison for child sex offence, documents suggest

Documents newly released by the US Department of Justice reveal that Sarah Ferguson maintained contact with Jeffrey Epstein while he was imprisoned for soliciting sex from a minor. These communications primarily concern her venture, Mothers Army, where Ferguson sought Epstein’s advice on establishing the organization. Mothers Army, registered to Sarah Margaret Ferguson at Royal Lodge,… Continue reading Sarah Ferguson emailed Epstein while he was in prison for child sex offence, documents suggest

Police assess reports of alleged misconduct after Mandelson emails published

Police are currently examining allegations of misconduct in public office following claims that Lord Peter Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. The allegations surfaced after email exchanges, made public by the US Department of Justice, suggested that Mandelson, while serving as business secretary under Prime Minister Gordon Brown in… Continue reading Police assess reports of alleged misconduct after Mandelson emails published

Mandelson revelations raise further questions about Starmer's judgement

Peter Mandelson, known for his resilience in politics, once famously stated, “I am a fighter not a quitter,” after retaining his Hartlepool seat in the 2001 election. Over the years, he staged several remarkable comebacks, serving as an EU commissioner, then as business secretary and effective deputy prime minister under Gordon Brown in 2009, and… Continue reading Mandelson revelations raise further questions about Starmer's judgement

The Night Manager villain inspired by John le Carré's own father

Simon Cornwell, son of the renowned author John le Carré, has revealed that the antagonist in the spy series “The Night Manager” draws inspiration from his own grandfather, who he described as having a dark and “evil” nature. As the executive producer of the show’s latest season, Simon shared insight into the personal connections that… Continue reading The Night Manager villain inspired by John le Carré's own father