Ceredigion man who died with scabies dubbed environmental hazard

Kate Baxter faced heartbreaking restrictions as her husband Paul, after more than four decades of marriage, was dying in a hospital. Paul, who suffered a stroke in December 2025, contracted scabies while hospitalized at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen. During his final days, Kate was only permitted to hold his hand if she wore protective rubber… Continue reading Ceredigion man who died with scabies dubbed environmental hazard

Three unions to strike at once over job cuts at Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University is currently experiencing strike action involving all three campus unions—UCU, EIS, and Unison—who have united in protest over planned job reductions. This coordinated walkout, taking place for the first time across all unions simultaneously, has the potential to severely disrupt university operations. The strikes stem from management’s proposal to eliminate approximately 50… Continue reading Three unions to strike at once over job cuts at Glasgow Caledonian University

Dame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86

Dame Esther Rantzen, known for presenting the BBC programme *That’s Life!* for more than two decades and founding the charity Childline, has passed away at the age of 86. Throughout her career, she made a profound impact as both a broadcaster and a campaigner, touching the lives of many. Prime Minister Andy Burnham highlighted her… Continue reading Dame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86

UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident, Burnham says

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed the government’s view that Iran was involved in the recent incident at RAF Fairford, which led to the arrest and subsequent release on bail of five individuals. Speaking to the BBC, Burnham mentioned that there are strong signs pointing to Iran’s participation, though he refrained from sharing additional specifics.… Continue reading UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident, Burnham says

China funding UK research and sending it to Beijing's spies, MI5 warns

MI5 has issued a rare public warning revealing that over 100 academics affiliated with British institutions have inadvertently supported Chinese espionage activities through their involvement with a front company connected to China’s intelligence services. The internal security agency alerted universities and researchers about their ongoing collaborations with the China General Technology Research Institute (CGTRI), cautioning… Continue reading China funding UK research and sending it to Beijing's spies, MI5 warns

UK-France 'one in, one out' migrant scheme scrapped

The UK government has decided to end the “one in, one out” arrangement with France, which was designed to return some migrants crossing the Channel. This pilot program enabled the UK to send back a portion of small boat arrivals while simultaneously accepting an equal number of individuals from France who were deemed to have… Continue reading UK-France 'one in, one out' migrant scheme scrapped

Port Talbot lawyer who represented drug dealer jailed for selling cocaine

A criminal defence solicitor has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison after becoming involved in the supply of cocaine linked to one of his clients. Ben Garvey, aged 38 and formerly a partner at David W Harris Solicitors & Co in Swansea, Pontypridd, and Talbot Green, was found to have encouraged… Continue reading Port Talbot lawyer who represented drug dealer jailed for selling cocaine

Drumcree parade will not be policed at any cost – PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher

Speaking about the situation, a prominent figure stated, “I believe the right thing is to stand on this road,” further emphasizing concerns about a “triumphalist march that railroads over the rights of this community.” The complex dispute has led to significant tension, particularly surrounding the decision to permit an Orange Order parade along Garvaghy Road… Continue reading Drumcree parade will not be policed at any cost – PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher

Police name three teens who died when car entered River Wear

Police have identified three teenagers who lost their lives after the vehicle they were traveling in plunged into the River Wear. The incident involved a black Audi A3 that veered off the road at Panns Bank near the Wearmouth Bridge in Sunderland shortly before 1:30 PM BST on Tuesday. Among the four occupants in the… Continue reading Police name three teens who died when car entered River Wear

We fear for our lives after being told our abusive exes will be freed from jail early

Dame Nicole Jacobs, who serves as the domestic abuse commissioner for England and Wales, has described the early release scheme as “shameful.” She expressed concern that there has been “no assurance that the danger perpetrators pose has been properly considered and assessed with meaningful input from victims.” Her remarks highlight a significant lack of confidence… Continue reading We fear for our lives after being told our abusive exes will be freed from jail early