Category: UK News

Gerry Kelly, the well-known broadcaster and journalist, has passed away at the age of 77. He died peacefully at his home on Sunday morning, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in television and radio. Over his extensive career spanning more than 40 years, Kelly became widely recognized for his engaging presence, particularly on his long-running UTV… Continue reading Gerry Kelly: Former UTV and BBC presenter dies at age of 77

Sixty years ago, a tragic boating accident claimed the lives of an entire family and several others, leaving a lasting impact on those connected to the disaster. Fourteen-year-old Peter Watts was the sole survivor from his immediate family when the Prince of Wales pleasure boat sank in the Mawddach Estuary, Gwynedd, on 22 July 1966.… Continue reading Prince of Wales boat tragedy that killed 15 remembered 60 years on

A 19-year-old Sudanese national, Chan Mathok Atak, has been charged in connection with a Channel crossing involving a notably large vessel. The National Crime Agency reported that Atak is alleged to have piloted a “mega dinghy” carrying a record-breaking 165 migrants from France to England. He faces charges of endangering another person during this sea… Continue reading Teenager charged over record Channel crossing on 'mega dinghy'

Passengers traveling through Gatwick Airport experienced significant inconvenience on Sunday due to a major disruption in the water supply. Both terminals at the UK’s second largest airport suddenly lost access to running water following a power failure at a nearby treatment facility. This outage resulted in long queues outside restrooms and the closure of all… Continue reading Gatwick Airport left without running water at both terminals

Authorities confirmed that no other injuries have been reported following the incident, and the vehicle involved, a van, was subsequently located in Kirkstyle Place, Glassford. The individual of interest is identified as a white male, approximately six feet tall, dressed in dark shorts, a grey jumper, and a beige baseball cap. Chief Inspector Paul Doyle… Continue reading Police investigating attempted murder of two officers

After emotional moments in Paris, Adam Ramsay-Peaty found himself once again moved to tears in Glasgow. The immense pressure and deep commitment to his sport leave even this accomplished swimmer questioning the cost of his efforts. Following his bronze medal performance in the 100m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games, Ramsay-Peaty reflected on the pain and… Continue reading Commonwealth Games 2026: Adam Ramsay-Peaty in tears after bronze medal

A tragic event unfolded recently in West Mersea, near Colchester, where a mother and her teenage daughter lost their lives. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Shally Rahman, 41, and her 15-year-old daughter Samiha Rahman attempted to assist a seven-year-old relative who was struggling in the water. The young boy remains hospitalized in critical condition… Continue reading Man in critical condition after sea rescue near Clacton-on-Sea

When questioned about Iran’s ability to launch an attack on the UK, Streeting downplayed the threats, stating, “I think we shouldn’t put too much stock in the sabre-rattling of Iran, and we certainly shouldn’t be intimidated by what the regime has said this week.” He reinforced the UK’s stance regarding the US military conflict with… Continue reading Wes Streeting: UK not intimidated by Iran's 'sabre rattling'

The village of Nethy Bridge, located near a significant wildfire in the Cairngorms, has been given the green light for residents to return to their homes following an evacuation order issued on Friday night. Initially, the fire had been classified as a major incident due to a shift in weather conditions, but Police Scotland has… Continue reading Nethy Bridge: Residents allowed to return after evacuation from Cairngorms wildfire

Anthony Joshua’s return to the ring was marked by intense drama as he endured two knockdowns early in the fight before rallying to stop Kristian Prenga in the second round. The bout took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and was Joshua’s first since surviving a tragic car accident in Nigeria in December, which claimed the… Continue reading Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga: Briton suffers two knockdowns in first round but wins in second