Prince George to attend Eton College from September

Kensington Palace has confirmed that Prince George will start attending Eton College this coming September. This decision means he will continue a family tradition, following the path of his father, the Prince of Wales, who was also educated at this prestigious institution in Berkshire. Eton is known for its high tuition fees, which currently amount… Continue reading Prince George to attend Eton College from September

Welsh government says it has found £55m to boost childcare for two-year-olds

The Welsh government has announced an additional investment of £55 million for this year aimed at expanding childcare access for two-year-old children. This funding is expected to create around 3,300 new childcare places, each offering 12.5 hours of care per week. This move is part of a broader strategy to improve childcare provision across Wales,… Continue reading Welsh government says it has found £55m to boost childcare for two-year-olds

Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed his relief that justice has been served following the conviction of two individuals responsible for arson attacks on properties linked to him. Speaking from the G7 summit in France, he emphasized his gratitude on behalf of his family. Addressing the incident, Starmer described the attack as serious and noted… Continue reading Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks

Summer solstice 2026: What is it and why is it the longest day of the year?

Earth’s axis is not aligned perfectly upright; instead, it is tilted at an angle. This tilt plays a crucial role in how sunlight is distributed across the planet as it travels around the Sun during the year. During one half of the year, the northern hemisphere leans towards the Sun. This positioning reaches its peak… Continue reading Summer solstice 2026: What is it and why is it the longest day of the year?

Kim Leadbeater urges country to find 'common ground' 10 years after Jo Cox murder

Kim Leadbeater, the Labour MP for Spen Valley, has been marking the tenth anniversary of her sister Jo Cox’s murder, a tragic event that occurred outside Jo’s constituency surgery in Birstall. On that day, which unfolded just before the EU referendum, the nation was left shocked by the brutal attack. Despite the passage of a… Continue reading Kim Leadbeater urges country to find 'common ground' 10 years after Jo Cox murder

Travelodge sorry to Jewish guest for 'Free Palestine' on room TV

Travelodge has issued an apology to a Jewish customer after a “Free Palestine” message unexpectedly appeared as a welcome greeting on the television in his hotel room. This incident took place at the Manor House Travelodge located in north London earlier in the month. A video capturing the pop-up message was shared online by the… Continue reading Travelodge sorry to Jewish guest for 'Free Palestine' on room TV

NHS report told of Nottingham maternity problems before major inquiry

A recently uncovered report has brought to light significant issues concerning workload, staffing levels, and workplace culture within the maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust, which operates Nottingham City Hospital. Donna Ockenden, who leads the ongoing review of maternity care at NUH, emphasized that many of these concerns were already apparent at… Continue reading NHS report told of Nottingham maternity problems before major inquiry

Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules

The Court of Appeal has upheld the government’s designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, ruling the ban lawful. This marks a major legal development in the area of national security after five senior judges overturned a previous High Court decision. The earlier ruling had found the proscription infringed on the right to protest… Continue reading Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules