Category: UK News

Rage bait named word of the year 2025 by Oxford University Press

Oxford University Press (OUP) has selected “rage bait” as its word of the year for 2025, highlighting the growing concern around manipulative content on social media. The term, which refers to online material deliberately crafted to provoke anger or outrage, has seen a threefold increase in usage over the past year. This rise points to… Continue reading Rage bait named word of the year 2025 by Oxford University Press

Opt-out organ donation law presuming consent 'had little impact'

A decade after the introduction of Wales’ pioneering “soft” opt-out organ donation law, a charity and an academic have stated that the legislation has had minimal effect on increasing donor numbers. Wales became the first nation in the UK to implement this law on 1 December 2015, which assumes individuals consent to organ donation after… Continue reading Opt-out organ donation law presuming consent 'had little impact'

Ousted Oxford Union president-elect 'threatened'' over Kirk posts

George Abaraonye, the former president-elect of the Oxford Union, revealed that he had been subjected to threats of violence following his remarks that seemed to express jubilation over the death of Charlie Kirk, a US conservative activist who was recently shot. His controversial social media comments sparked significant backlash, leading to a no-confidence vote that… Continue reading Ousted Oxford Union president-elect 'threatened'' over Kirk posts

Thousands march against Crowborough asylum seeker plan

Approximately 4,000 individuals gathered to protest government plans to accommodate asylum seekers at a military facility in East Sussex, according to event organizers. The Home Office had intended to temporarily house up to 540 male asylum seekers at an army training camp near Crowborough, but this plan has been postponed. The demonstrators, which included families… Continue reading Thousands march against Crowborough asylum seeker plan

New party founded by Corbyn adopts Your Party as name

A newly established left-wing political party, created by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, has officially voted to adopt the name Your Party, which had been serving as a temporary title since the party’s inception. Since its launch in July, the party used the slogan “This is Your Party,” allowing its membership to choose the permanent… Continue reading New party founded by Corbyn adopts Your Party as name

Tunbridge Wells water issues affecting 24,000 customers

A severe disruption in Kent has left approximately 24,000 residents without a stable water supply, a situation expected to persist overnight, according to South East Water (SEW). The outage stems from a problem at Pembury Water Treatment Works, which ceased operation due to a defective batch of chemicals used in the treatment process. South East… Continue reading Tunbridge Wells water issues affecting 24,000 customers

Attempted murder arrest after boy, 16, shot in Sheffield

A teenage boy is currently in critical condition after being shot on London Road in Sheffield. The 16-year-old was discovered injured at approximately 17:15 GMT on Monday and was subsequently taken to a hospital for treatment. Authorities have since launched an investigation into the incident. South Yorkshire Police confirmed that a 26-year-old man was detained… Continue reading Attempted murder arrest after boy, 16, shot in Sheffield

PHW investigation after Blaenhonddan Primary School infections

Public Health Wales has initiated an inquiry following multiple cases of illness reported among children at Blaenhonddan Primary School in Bryncoch, Neath. The investigation is focusing on acute respiratory infections affecting several pupils. To address the situation, Public Health Wales is collaborating with Swansea Bay University Health Board and Neath Port Talbot Council to better… Continue reading PHW investigation after Blaenhonddan Primary School infections

Power outage at Leeds Station leads to widespread rail disruption

A significant power failure has led to extensive disruption at Leeds Station, affecting rail services throughout the area. National Rail reported that the outage caused a fault in the signalling system, which resulted in blocked lines and numerous delays and cancellations. This incident has impacted a wide range of services, including LNER trains running between… Continue reading Power outage at Leeds Station leads to widespread rail disruption