Category: UK News

Ryanair has experienced a significant decline in its profits as rising jet fuel costs and customer reluctance to travel, driven by conflict in the Middle East, have impacted its operations. The Irish airline reported a 34% fall in pre-tax profits, dropping to €593 million (£503 million) during the April to June period. Despite this, overall… Continue reading Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs

Douglas Alexander will continue serving as Secretary of State for Scotland following the announcement of the new cabinet by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Burnham, who recently succeeded Sir Keir Starmer as both Labour leader and prime minister, revealed his team after taking office. Several ministers from the former Starmer administration, such as Peter Kyle,… Continue reading Douglas Alexander to remain Scottish Secretary as Burnham confirms cabinet

A tragic incident occurred during a family holiday in Majorca when a three-year-old girl named Eleri Ellesmere drowned in a private swimming pool, an inquest has revealed. On the evening of June 24, Eleri was found unconscious in the pool at a rented villa near Pollensa. Despite immediate efforts by family members and paramedics to… Continue reading Eleri Ellesmere, 3, drowned in Majorca swimming pool on holiday

Tom Stoltman, renowned for winning the World’s Strongest Man title three times, has been confirmed as a new addition to the popular BBC show Gladiators. The 32-year-old athlete, standing at an impressive 6 feet 8 inches (203 cm), hails from Invergordon in the Scottish Highlands. Notably, he made history in 2021 by becoming the first… Continue reading Former World's Strongest Man Tom Stoltman to become a Gladiator

During the summer holidays of 2025, Siddiqi encountered a young boy at Glasgow’s St Enoch Centre and inquired if he was interested in “starting to make money.” Initially, the boy declined, assuming Siddiqi was referring to drug dealing. However, the High Court in Glasgow was told that Siddiqi eventually convinced the child to join him… Continue reading Drug dealer exploited 14-year-old boy to sell drugs for him

A 28-year-old man named Joshua Kerry from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has been formally charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, according to statements from police and prosecutors. Kerry is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. The investigation into the case is ongoing, with Counter Terrorism Policing highlighting that establishing possible motivations, including… Continue reading Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe

Ofcom has announced that it cannot pursue further legal action against a pro-suicide forum linked by campaigners to more than 130 deaths in the UK. According to the regulator, the site has blocked access for the vast majority of UK users, and Ofcom has no additional legal options under the current Online Safety Act. However,… Continue reading Ofcom unable to take further legal action against suicide forum

Concerns have been raised regarding the involvement of public agencies in the events surrounding the tragic death of Preston Davey, an adopted baby who was murdered. At a recent session held at Blackpool Coroner’s Court, Alan Wilson, the senior coroner for Blackpool and Fylde, indicated that he is “highly likely” to proceed with an inquest… Continue reading 'Scrutiny' needed over Preston Davey death, coroner says

Recent periods of high temperatures have uncovered the detailed design of a previously hidden 17th-century garden at the Chatsworth Estate. This ornamental area, known as the Great Parterre, lies beneath the south lawn of Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. It was originally created in 1699 for the 1st Duke of Devonshire to enhance the appearance of… Continue reading Chatsworth's parched grass reveals 'lost' 17th Century garden

Hilary Benn’s departure from government has come as somewhat unexpected, especially considering he had recently begun negotiations with Stormont parties and treasury officials aimed at securing a multi-year budget agreement after months of deadlock. The responsibility of concluding these discussions now falls to his successor. Shortly after the 2024 general election results, Benn made his… Continue reading Hilary Benn leaves NI job with no own goals but much unfinished business