The wife of a firefighter who tragically lost his life while responding to a fire at the former Jenners building in Edinburgh has announced her intention to appeal directly to the Lord Advocate due to significant delays in the investigation of his death. Shelley Martin, aged 39, expressed her deep frustration over the prolonged wait… Continue reading Firefighter widow criticises 'painful' three-year wait in case
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'Peacemaker' Liam Derrett killed trying to break up fight in Ilkeston
Liam Derrett, a 19-year-old described as a “peacemaker,” lost his life after attempting to intervene in a violent clash between two groups. The incident occurred on 1 June 2025 outside a pub in Market Place, Ilkeston, Derbyshire. According to court reports, Liam was struck from behind by Joshua Harris with a force likened to a… Continue reading 'Peacemaker' Liam Derrett killed trying to break up fight in Ilkeston
One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline
According to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), approximately one million individuals failed to meet the deadline for submitting their tax returns and are now subject to penalties. The UK tax authority reported that 27,456 people filed their returns during the last hour before the midnight deadline on Saturday for the 2024-25 tax year. HMRC also… Continue reading One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline
Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids
Authorities have apprehended four individuals suspected of operating an illegal TV streaming network that is believed to have generated millions in revenue. Raids conducted in areas across Greater Manchester and Lancashire led to the seizure of 10 servers along with high-end equipment valued at approximately £750,000. Among those arrested were a 40-year-old man from Blackpool,… Continue reading Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids
RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus
The education minister, Paul Givan, has confirmed that Christianity will continue to hold a central place in the Religious Education (RE) curriculum in schools across Northern Ireland. However, he also revealed plans to revise the syllabus to incorporate teachings about other major religions and philosophical traditions. This change will see the establishment of a new… Continue reading RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus
Boy, 13, arrested over e-bike hit-and-run on pregnant woman in Poole
A pregnant woman was struck by an electric bike near the junction of Herbert Avenue and Manor Road in Poole on January 26. The impact led to her giving birth prematurely, and her baby is now in a critical condition in hospital. Although the woman, who is in her 30s, sustained injuries that were not… Continue reading Boy, 13, arrested over e-bike hit-and-run on pregnant woman in Poole
Harvey Willgoose's family say 'too many red flags' were missed
The family of a teenage boy who was fatally stabbed by a fellow student at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield say numerous warning signs concerning the attacker were overlooked. This came to light following the completion of an independent review commissioned by the St Clare Catholic Multi‑Academy Trust (SCCMAT), which runs the school.… Continue reading Harvey Willgoose's family say 'too many red flags' were missed
Pontarddulais man on living with 'world's most painful condition'
Gerwyn Tumelty’s experience with an agonizing medical condition felt like “a screwdriver in the side of his face,” a pain so intense that at times he questioned whether he wanted to keep living. The 52-year-old from Pontarddulais, Swansea, recalled how even ordinary actions like eating could cause sudden, severe agony, leading him to frequently leave… Continue reading Pontarddulais man on living with 'world's most painful condition'
Jesy Nelson backs under-16 social media ban to protect daughters
Jesy Nelson, formerly of Little Mix, has openly discussed the harmful effects of social media on her mental health, describing online trolling as the “downfall” of her wellbeing. Having first faced harsh criticism after her debut on The X Factor in 2011, Jesy now advocates for banning social media use among under-16s in the UK,… Continue reading Jesy Nelson backs under-16 social media ban to protect daughters
Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds
This text describes an investigative report into men covertly filming women in public, particularly on nights out in Manchester, UK. Here is a summary of the key points: – Men were filming women without their consent or knowledge, often focusing on upskirt and other intrusive footage. – The investigation identified some of the most prolific… Continue reading Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds