Man who spent £500k to clear his name rejected for compensation

Brian Buckle, a man from Pembrokeshire who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for over five years on historical child sex abuse charges, has expressed deep distress after learning that his claim for compensation was rejected for a second time. Although his conviction was ultimately overturned, and he was cleared of all charges, the legal battle… Continue reading Man who spent £500k to clear his name rejected for compensation

Catherine shares photos reuniting with family after Three Peaks Challenge

Catherine, Princess of Wales, has shared new photographs of a heartfelt reunion with her family following her completion of the Three Peaks Challenge, which was organised to support the hospital where she received cancer treatment. The images show her alongside Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and her husband, the Prince of Wales, shortly after… Continue reading Catherine shares photos reuniting with family after Three Peaks Challenge

Woman dies in skydiving incident near Nottinghamshire airfield

A fatal skydiving accident involving a young woman occurred near an airfield in Nottinghamshire. Emergency responders arrived at the location close to Langar Airfield shortly after 12:13 BST on Sunday. The 22-year-old woman was discovered in a field nearby and was declared dead at the scene, according to Nottinghamshire Police. Authorities have notified her family… Continue reading Woman dies in skydiving incident near Nottinghamshire airfield

EasyJet reaches 'agreement in principle' over takeover bid

EasyJet has reached a preliminary agreement with a US investment firm regarding a potential takeover valued at approximately £5.2 billion. The Luton-based budget airline had previously dismissed four takeover bids from Castlelake, an investment firm holding about a 2.14% stake in EasyJet through its managed funds. Earlier offers from Castlelake were priced at £6.50, £5.60,… Continue reading EasyJet reaches 'agreement in principle' over takeover bid

Woman arrested on suspicion of aiding drink-driver on the run

Sakyi, a resident of Garraways in Milton Keynes, was found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving and was sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison on 29 June. The incident involved Sakyi driving his grey Peugeot 508, which collided with a green Fiat 500 between the Bond Avenue and Fenny Lock roundabouts. Tragically,… Continue reading Woman arrested on suspicion of aiding drink-driver on the run

British Grand Prix result: Charles Leclerc wins dramatic race from George Russell and Lewis Hamilton

At the British Grand Prix, Ferrari celebrated its second victory in three races thanks to Charles Leclerc, who claimed his first win in almost two years amid a chaotic finale. The race concluded under the safety car in a confusing manner, with Leclerc crossing the line ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell and his Ferrari teammate… Continue reading British Grand Prix result: Charles Leclerc wins dramatic race from George Russell and Lewis Hamilton

George Cottrell: Who is the aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?

Born in Gloucester in October 1993, Cottrell is the son of the Honourable Fiona Cottrell, an aristocrat whose father was the third Baron Manton. According to the Sunday Times, the family’s wealth came from a soap business inherited by the baron. Cottrell’s early education ended without A-levels after he was expelled from Malvern College in… Continue reading George Cottrell: Who is the aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?

Tributes to Cricklade pet shop owner amid car crash murder probe

Barbara Mullaney, the well-known owner of Animal Fayre pet shop in Cricklade, has tragically passed away following a car collision that police are now treating as a murder investigation. The incident took place on the B4696 near Royal Wotton Bassett in Wiltshire. Mullaney, in her seventies, was driving a Peugeot 107 southbound when the crash… Continue reading Tributes to Cricklade pet shop owner amid car crash murder probe

Health secretary seeks advice over maternity inquiry staff who refused to give evidence

Jack Hawkins, whose daughter Harriet tragically died stillborn at Nottingham City Hospital in 2016 due to a series of failures, has spoken out strongly against the refusal of senior clinicians to participate in Donna Ockenden’s review in Nottingham. He described this refusal as “totally unacceptable” and expressed confusion and disapproval over why those clinicians believed… Continue reading Health secretary seeks advice over maternity inquiry staff who refused to give evidence

How Wimbledon is supplied with iconic strawberries from Kent farm

Strawberries and cream remain a quintessential part of the Wimbledon experience, beloved by fans and players alike. World number one Aryna Sabalenka expressed her enthusiasm, saying to the BBC, “They’re the best, I’m addicted. I cannot stop eating them.” This iconic snack’s journey from farm to plate during the Grand Slam is a carefully managed… Continue reading How Wimbledon is supplied with iconic strawberries from Kent farm