Carol Kirkwood, the former BBC weather presenter, has described her experience on Strictly Come Dancing as “terrifying.” The 63-year-old, who hails from Morar on Scotland’s west coast, initially hesitated when invited to join the show, concerned about appearing foolish on national television. However, she later revealed at the Hay Festival in Hay-on-Wye, Powys, that dancing… Continue reading Strictly was terrifying, ex weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says
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Family remember 'darling boy', 15, who died in Lincoln lake
The tragic loss of a 15-year-old boy at a lake near Lincoln has prompted a heartfelt plea from his family to highlight the risks associated with water safety. Declan Sawyer was discovered at Swanholme Lakes on Sunday after emergency services responded to reports of a boy struggling in the water around 2:30 pm BST. Carl,… Continue reading Family remember 'darling boy', 15, who died in Lincoln lake
Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34C
On Monday, London recorded an unprecedented temperature for the month of May, reaching 34.8C at Kew Gardens. This provisional measurement surpassed the previous record for the hottest bank holiday Monday, which stood at 33.3C from August 2019. Meanwhile, Wales also saw its warmest May day ever, with temperatures climbing to 32.2C at Hawarden Airport in… Continue reading Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34C
Met police to release more body-worn cam footage
The Metropolitan Police has announced a change in its approach to sharing body-worn camera footage, aiming to increase transparency and strengthen trust between the public and law enforcement. This updated policy will see more videos released online in situations where it helps clarify officers’ actions and sheds light on the complexities of their duties. Previously,… Continue reading Met police to release more body-worn cam footage
Woman dies after being shot outside Sheffield bar
A tragic shooting occurred outside a bar in Sheffield city centre, resulting in the death of a 30-year-old woman. The incident took place at approximately 02:45 BST on Monday near the establishment One Four One, located on West Street. Emergency responders, including police officers and paramedics, attended to the woman at the scene before she… Continue reading Woman dies after being shot outside Sheffield bar
Portable charger problems on flights 'on the rise', watchdog warns
The UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has highlighted a rising number of serious incidents involving power banks on flights globally, urging travelers to familiarize themselves with the regulations concerning these devices. Portable chargers, which can overheat or catch fire, pose significant safety risks when carried onboard aircraft. The CAA stresses that these concerns are not… Continue reading Portable charger problems on flights 'on the rise', watchdog warns
The painstaking work to uncover Peter Murrell's crimes
In April 2023, detectives searched the home of Peter Murrell and former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon near Glasgow, an event that captured widespread media attention. A striking blue and white police tent was erected over the front garden, obscuring the view of their front door and creating the atmosphere of a high-profile crime scene. This… Continue reading The painstaking work to uncover Peter Murrell's crimes
Welsh World War Two soldier's cigarette case found in Netherlands
A metal detector enthusiast recently uncovered a World War Two soldier’s silver cigarette case in the Netherlands, nearly 370 miles from the location where the soldier lost his life. The case belonged to Stan Drew, originally from Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan, who died on the beaches of Normandy on 24 July 1944, a… Continue reading Welsh World War Two soldier's cigarette case found in Netherlands
Three arrested over shooting outside Sheffield's One Four One bar
Police in Sheffield have detained three individuals in connection with a shooting that took place outside a city centre bar. The incident occurred near the One Four One bar on West Street in Sheffield at approximately 02:45 BST on Monday, according to South Yorkshire Police. So far, authorities have not disclosed whether there were any… Continue reading Three arrested over shooting outside Sheffield's One Four One bar
Londonderry: Child, 9, detained by police after Galliagh disorder
Three boys, aged 9, 12, and 13, were taken into custody following reports of disturbances involving masked youths in Londonderry. According to authorities, these youths allegedly attacked a bus stop with petrol bombs and threw stones at passing vehicles. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. BST on Sunday night in the Glengalliagh Road area. Police… Continue reading Londonderry: Child, 9, detained by police after Galliagh disorder