Category: UK News

An elderly woman from County Down was found unresponsive following a medication mix-up involving her domiciliary care providers, a situation that left her family fearing the worst. Ellen Whitla, aged 87, was mistakenly given drugs prescribed to her daughter on two separate occasions in recent months. These errors included the administration of antipsychotic and antidepressant… Continue reading Newtownards: Family thought granny was dead after medication mix-up

Animal welfare campaigners are urging a prohibition on the use of live reindeer in Christmas events across Scotland, citing evidence of significant distress among the animals. The charity One Kind has presented footage from the Merry Milngavie Christmas parade near Glasgow and other festive gatherings last year, suggesting the reindeer exhibited signs of psychological strain.… Continue reading Ban live reindeer events at Christmas, says animal welfare charity

Laura Crane, a 30-year-old surfer from Devon, may have achieved a historic feat by riding what could be the largest wave ever surfed by a woman. This impressive accomplishment took place during the Nazare Big Wave Challenge held in Portugal on Saturday. The wave Crane tackled is currently under review by the Big Wave Challenge… Continue reading British woman surfs potentially record-breaking monster wave

Rory McIlroy has been named BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025 in recognition of a standout season in which he completed the career Grand Slam and made a significant impact in Europe’s Ryder Cup victory. The 36-year-old golfer from Northern Ireland secured his place in history back in April by winning the Masters at… Continue reading Rory McIlroy wins Sports Personality of the Year 2025 award

The UK government has officially appointed Christian Turner as the new ambassador to the United States, according to a confirmation from Downing Street. Turner, a career diplomat with nearly three decades of service across Whitehall and the Foreign Office, is stepping into the role following the dismissal of the former ambassador, Peter Mandelson. Mandelson was… Continue reading UK names Christian Turner as ambassador to US, replacing Peter Mandelson

A fatal incident unfolded in Ynyshir, Rhondda Cynon Taf, when Christian Dean, aged 36, died at his home on Graig Road following an attack fueled by alcohol and cocaine. The court heard that Dean was left alone on his kitchen floor after suffering a severe blow from his longtime friend, Thomas Griffiths, 34, who later… Continue reading Man jailed after killing best friend with one punch

Nigel Farage will not face an investigation regarding allegations that Reform UK exceeded spending limits during his 2024 general election campaign. Essex Police stated they are unable to proceed with any inquiry into the matter because more than a year has passed since the purported offence took place. The issue arose after a former member… Continue reading Nigel Farage avoids police investigation into election spending

The subtle cues from the Bank of England’s governor can sometimes hint at the broader economic outlook; for example, the sight of Andrew Bailey wearing a festive tie adorned with Christmas trees while announcing a rate cut might be more than just a seasonal choice. Although it could simply be a lighthearted touch, it may… Continue reading Will 'Santa rate cut' have enough festive spirit to boost the economy?

A judge has ruled that nearly £20 million will be paid to children injured in the Manchester Arena bombing, which occurred at the conclusion of an Ariana Grande concert on 22 May 2017. At a hearing held at the Manchester Civil Courts of Justice, compensation ranging from £2,770 to £11.4 million was agreed for sixteen… Continue reading Manchester Arena bomb: Injured children to share nearly £20m

First Minister John Swinney has condemned recent claims that a staff member secretly recorded an SNP MSP they once worked for, describing such actions as “completely and utterly unacceptable.” According to a report in The Scotsman, a former employee allegedly planted listening devices in the office of an unnamed politician during late 2023. BBC Scotland… Continue reading 'Secret bugging' of SNP MSP unacceptable, John Swinney says