Category: UK News

Two teenagers have been found not guilty of the murder of 15-year-old Amen Teklay, who died in Glasgow after being stabbed in the chest with a sword. The fatal stabbing took place in the St George’s Cross area in March 2025 during a confrontation involving the two boys, who were 14 and 15 years old… Continue reading Teenagers cleared of murdering 15-year-old boy in sword attack

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Four members of Highland Council’s licensing committee have stepped down following controversy over their decision to permit a convicted rapist taxi driver to retain his operator’s licence. David Brown, aged 50, was sentenced to six years and nine months in prison in May for the assault of an 18-year-old female passenger in December 2023. Despite… Continue reading Four councillors quit after vote for rapist taxi driver to keep operator licence

Supporters of England celebrated enthusiastically following the thrilling win against Mexico in the World Cup round of 16. Securing their spot in the quarter-finals, the Three Lions triumphed 3-2 in Mexico City, despite being reduced to ten players. Jude Bellingham scored twice, while Harry Kane contributed one goal to the team’s successful effort. Although the… Continue reading From night shifts to the pub – where did you watch the match?

The Scottish government has announced proposals to nearly double the council tax on the country’s most valuable homes, potentially raising the annual charge to around £7,700. This so-called mansion tax would mean an increase of approximately £3,600 for properties valued over £2 million, while those worth between £1 million and £2 million could see their… Continue reading 'Mansion tax' to double rates on Scotland's most expensive homes

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) reported that British fighter jets intercepted a Russian Bear-F maritime patrol aircraft after it repeatedly approached a carrier strike group operating in the Norwegian Sea. The Russian plane flew at a low altitude and came “unnecessarily close” to the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, reportedly dropping around ten… Continue reading UK fighter jets intercept Russian plane over Norwegian Sea

A man who was arrested following a serious incident involving a three-year-old boy at a crocodile enclosure is now the subject of a local authority investigation regarding his care. The incident took place on June 18 at Johnsons of Old Hurst near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, where the young boy was attacked by one or more crocodiles.… Continue reading Inquiry into care of Norfolk man arrested after crocodile attack

An inquest has revealed that a missing 14-year-old girl died due to multiple stab wounds. Lilly Jones disappeared from her home in Blaina, Blaenau Gwent, on June 20 and was found two days later in the woodlands of Duffryn Park. The initial cause of death was reported as multiple stab wounds to the neck and… Continue reading Blaina teen Lilly Jones died from multiple stab wounds, inquest hears

A spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex has confirmed that Prince Harry has accepted an invitation to stay at Buckingham Palace during his upcoming visit to London this week. This visit is part of his preparations for the Invictus Games, which are scheduled to take place in Birmingham next year, alongside various charity-related activities. While… Continue reading Prince Harry to stay at Buckingham Palace during UK visit

Nigel Farage has denied any misconduct after reports emerged that he failed to disclose benefits he received from an associate who was previously convicted of fraud in the United States. According to The Sunday Times, George Cottrell provided various forms of assistance to Farage, including security and social media personnel who contributed to Farage’s online… Continue reading Nigel Farage says 'no wrongdoing' after benefits from ally not declared