Category: UK News

A 36-year-old man named Felix Thrust has been brought before the court, accused of fatally assaulting Dean Kennedy, 38, on Christmas Day in Glasgow, as well as injuring three other individuals. The incident occurred on Napiershall Street in the city’s west end. According to court documents, Thrust was involved in a confrontation with Kennedy, during… Continue reading Man charged with Christmas Day murder and three stabbings

A 68-year-old man tragically lost his life on Christmas Day, prompting a murder charge against another individual. The incident occurred in St Asaph, Denbighshire, where emergency responders were called to a property on High Street just after noon on December 25 following reports of a disturbance. Despite being rushed to hospital, Harold David Turner died… Continue reading St Asaph man charged with murder after Christmas Day death

Mike Duxbury’s passion for farming goes back to his childhood on a family farm, a connection that remained strong despite losing his sight to glaucoma at the age of six. Told early on that a career in agriculture was out of reach, Mike described this as “a red rag to a bull,” fueling his determination… Continue reading I used Lego to design a farm for people who are blind – like me

In recent years, numerous young people from the UK have been pursuing what is often referred to as the Australian Dream, seeking an improved lifestyle overseas. This trend reflects a growing desire among Britons to find new opportunities and a better standard of living by relocating to Australia. BBC Wales reporter Charlie Buckland has a… Continue reading Is the dream move from the UK to Australia still alive?

Authorities report that a small aircraft has gone down into a reservoir. Essex Police responded shortly after 14:00 GMT on Sunday following notifications that the plane had entered the water at Hanningfield Reservoir, located near Chelmsford. As of Monday, officers continue to secure the scene of what has been described as a serious incident. Details… Continue reading Essex Police at reservoir near Chelmsford after aircraft crash

Kate Bush expressed deep sorrow after her close friend went missing during a Christmas Day swim in Devon. The acclaimed singer-songwriter revealed that Matthew Upham, an antiques dealer from the local area, had been one of her closest friends for three decades. At 67 years old, Ms. Bush described the news as heartbreaking for both… Continue reading Kate Bush 'heartbroken' over friend missing at sea

An iconic café in Edinburgh, renowned as the place where JK Rowling penned parts of the Harry Potter series, has reopened over four years after suffering extensive fire damage. The Elephant House, located on George IV Bridge, was severely affected by a blaze in August 2021 that damaged several nearby buildings. Despite the destruction, the… Continue reading Harry Potter cafe reopens four years after devastating fire

A medieval silver coin, believed to be the earliest coin ever minted in Scotland, has been added to the nation’s collection after being uncovered by a metal detector enthusiast. This ancient artifact, dating back nearly 900 years, was discovered in 2023 within a wooded area near Penicuik, Midlothian. Experts have dated the coin to the… Continue reading Earliest coin minted in Scotland saved for the nation after 900 years

At the beginning of the new year, north and north-east Scotland is expected to experience heavy snowfall accompanied by strong gale-force winds. The Met Office has issued a yellow “be aware” warning that will be in effect from 6 a.m. on Thursday, New Year’s Day, continuing through to midnight on Friday. Snow accumulation is anticipated… Continue reading Warning of snow and gales on New Year's Day in Scotland

A man has been formally charged with murder following the death of David Darke, a 66-year-old who sustained a serious head injury after an assault outside a pub in Leicestershire. The incident took place at around 9:45 pm on December 21st, outside The Crown Inn on Church Street in Appleby Magna. David Darke was taken… Continue reading Man charged with murder after dad died following pub assault