Category: UK News

James Desborough, a convicted serial killer, has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. This sentence follows revelations that authorities are investigating four unexplained deaths linked to the homeless shelter where Desborough resided. He was already serving a minimum 19-year term for the murder of his prison cellmate, Steven Kempster. The latest… Continue reading James Desborough given whole life order for murdering two men in Cornwall

In a heartfelt address delivered at a care home in north London, Andy Burnham spoke emotionally about those looking after his father, who suffers from Alzheimer’s. He expressed his determination to enact reforms that would benefit “my dad and the millions like him.” Aiming to build cross-party support for such changes, Burnham has initiated discussions… Continue reading Andy Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care

The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, operated a business together known as TRS Tree Management, specializing in tree removal services. Stacy Mair, originally from Falkland in Fife, held the position of director at the company until she stepped down in January. Authorities from Police Scotland have stated that the death of Jim Mair… Continue reading Man found dead with murdered wife in Houston had been accused of attacking her

A 19-year-old from Norway has been convicted of conspiracy to murder after travelling to the UK to carry out a contract killing on behalf of a Swedish organised crime syndicate. Johannes Natland was apprehended in a Huddersfield hotel room in March 2025, where police discovered two loaded firearms and 19 rounds of live ammunition. While… Continue reading Teenage Norwegian 'hitman' guilty of UK murder plot

Glen Hansard, the acclaimed songwriter who earned an Academy Award for his work and served as the lead vocalist for the Irish rock band The Frames, has tragically passed away following a motorbike accident in Dublin, his hometown. Hansard was 56 years old at the time of his death. Known widely for winning the Oscar… Continue reading Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash

A wildfire that has been burning for two weeks within Cairngorms National Park has caused severe destruction, creating what park officials describe as an “apocalyptic” landscape. Since it began on 15 July, the fire has ravaged approximately 10 square miles (25 square kilometers) of moorland and woodland near Aviemore. Malcolm Smith, who advises the Cairngorms… Continue reading 'Apocalyptic' damage as Cairngorms wildfire burns for two weeks

A woman aged 55 has been formally charged with violating an anonymity order protecting the victims connected to Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader who has been convicted of serious sexual offenses. Authorities reported her arrest took place on Tuesday in the Ballynahinch region. The charge pertains specifically to her breach of a permanent restriction… Continue reading Donaldson: Woman accused of breaching victims' anonymity

Katie Shanahan, the 22-year-old swimmer from Glasgow, made a significant choice last year that led her away from a reality TV opportunity and toward athletic achievement. Shanahan was invited to participate in the popular dating show Love Island, where contestants live together in a villa in Mallorca. Despite the tempting offer, she opted to stay… Continue reading Swimmer Katie Shanahan turned down Love Island and won silver at Commonwealth Games

Heathrow Airport has received approval to increase charges to airlines in order to recoup the funds spent on the initial phases of its third runway project. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the UK’s aviation regulator, has authorized the airport to reclaim up to £320 million through higher fees per passenger. This rise in charges is… Continue reading Ticket prices set to rise by 15p as Heathrow able to recover runway project money

Jane Fuller, a resident of Hadleigh, Suffolk, recounted an ordeal involving her daughter’s car, which was left unlocked for nearly a full day in April. “My daughter has an app on her phone and she managed to lock it from Croatia,” she explained. Upon returning to the car park, the family had difficulty locating the… Continue reading Unauthorised car park near Stansted Airport grows after notice