Officers facing misconduct hearing in Harshita Brella case

Northamptonshire Police have announced that four officers will undergo misconduct proceedings concerning their response to allegations of abuse reported by a woman who was subsequently discovered dead. The woman, Harshita Brella, aged 24 and originally from Corby, was found in the boot of a car in Ilford, east London, approximately 100 miles from her hometown… Continue reading Officers facing misconduct hearing in Harshita Brella case

Gormanston: Two dead after crash involving bus on R132 in County Meath

A fatal collision took place on Monday morning in County Meath, resulting in the deaths of two men. The incident occurred around 06:30 local time on the R132 road in Gormanston, involving a lorry, a bus, and a car. Tragically, the drivers of both the lorry and the bus lost their lives at the scene.… Continue reading Gormanston: Two dead after crash involving bus on R132 in County Meath

Oliver, three, is 'wonderful' after world-first gene therapy

Oliver Chu, a three-year-old boy, has astonished both his family and medical professionals by becoming the very first individual worldwide to receive a groundbreaking gene therapy designed to combat Hunter syndrome. Hunter syndrome, also known as MPSII, is an uncommon genetic disorder that progressively harms organs and the brain. The condition is often likened to… Continue reading Oliver, three, is 'wonderful' after world-first gene therapy

Cardiff man forgets wife's name after nightclub brain injury

Alec Williams, a 61-year-old from Cardiff, endured a traumatic brain injury following a violent incident at a nightclub that left him struggling to recall even his wife’s name. In 2003, Mr. Williams was forcibly thrown down a staircase and onto the pavement by a bouncer, who later pled guilty to grievous bodily harm and received… Continue reading Cardiff man forgets wife's name after nightclub brain injury

UK government to announce Grangemouth funding in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to reveal an investment package of up to £14.5 million for Grangemouth in the upcoming Budget. This announcement comes after the closure of Scotland’s sole oil refinery at Grangemouth, which ceased crude oil processing in April following a century of operation. The UK government has faced criticism for not yet… Continue reading UK government to announce Grangemouth funding in Budget

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor: Council to debate street name change in Carrickfergus

Mid and East Antrim councillors are set to consider a proposal on Monday regarding the renaming of a street currently named after Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. The street, located in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, was originally named Prince Andrew Way in honor of his marriage to Sarah Ferguson back in 1986. The move to rename the street… Continue reading Andrew Mountbatten Windsor: Council to debate street name change in Carrickfergus

Scammers target entire street in Cheshire

Paul Harrison became increasingly uneasy when unexpected letters and bank cards started arriving at his home in Warrington this January. Having lived there for 22 years, he was surprised to find correspondence addressed to someone entirely unknown to him and his wife. He initially took one letter—sent from HSBC and containing a bank card—to a… Continue reading Scammers target entire street in Cheshire

Princess of Wales calls for end to 'stigma' around addiction

The Princess of Wales has emphasized the urgent need to eliminate the “stigma” associated with addiction, calling on society to respond with “empathy and support” toward those affected by dependencies on alcohol, drugs, or gambling. Her statement was issued to coincide with Addiction Awareness Week, an initiative running from November 23 to 30, which aims… Continue reading Princess of Wales calls for end to 'stigma' around addiction

Has anyone seen Cole? A family's search for missing teenager

The text you shared is part of a BBC News article about Cole Cooper, a 19-year-old from central Scotland who went missing one night in May. Here’s a summary of the main points from the article: – Cole Cooper went missing after spending time with friends at a pub near his home in Banknock, a… Continue reading Has anyone seen Cole? A family's search for missing teenager

Key figures in BBC crisis to be questioned by MPs

Senior individuals connected to the recent controversies at the BBC are set to appear before MPs on Monday for questioning. Michael Prescott, a former editorial adviser who raised alarms about the BBC’s coverage, including issues surrounding the editing of a Donald Trump speech in Panorama, will give his first public testimony to a House of… Continue reading Key figures in BBC crisis to be questioned by MPs