Category: UK News

Marcus Fakana, an 18-year-old British citizen, has reportedly surrendered himself to authorities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to face a one-year jail sentence after being convicted of having sex with a 17-year-old girl in the country. According to a charity, Detained in Dubai, Fakana had been staying in temporary accommodation in Dubai since September… Continue reading Marcus Fakana: Briton, 18, jailed in Dubai over sex with girl, 17

The UK government has called on video-sharing platforms, such as YouTube, to feature high-quality children’s content more prominently on their sites. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy stated that young people are less likely to view informative programmes that aid in their “emotional and mental wellbeing” as they continue to watch content through online platforms in contrast… Continue reading YouTube urged to promote 'high-quality' children's programmes

On a chilly evening in December 1952, a double-decker bus carrying 20 passengers and one conductor was travelling at a steady 12mph across Tower Bridge in London. The driver, Albert Gunter, suddenly noticed that the road in front of him seemed to be falling away. He realised that the southern bascule of the movable section… Continue reading The man who 'jumped' a double-decker bus over Tower Bridge's gap

Authorities in Argentina have charged five people in connection with the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne. The 31-year-old star died on 16 October last year after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Gilda Martin, the hotel’s manager and its receptionist, Esteban Grassi, alongside Payne’s friend Roger Nores have been charged with… Continue reading Liam Payne: Five charged in connection with singer's death

Paddy Hill, one of six men who were wrongly convicted for the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings, has passed away at the age of 80. News of his death was shared by the Miscarriages of Justice Organisation (MOJO) on Facebook, where they explained that Mr. Hill had died peacefully at his home on Monday morning. The… Continue reading Birmingham Six: Paddy Hill dies aged 80

Due to a strike by train managers who are members of the RMT union, passengers on Avanti West Coast routes will have a “significantly reduced” service on New Year’s Eve. The dispute centers around rest days, leading to walkouts on 31 December and 2 January. While the were supposed to strike around Christmas, the action… Continue reading Avanti West Coast strike to hit New Year's Eve trains

A baby coroner in west London has highlighted the dangers of using baby slings after a six-week-old infant died while being breastfed. James Alderman died after collapsing within the baby carrier worn by his mother. An inquest into his death discovered that the baby had been placed in an unsafe position within the sling. Despite… Continue reading Baby slings: Warning after death during hands-free breastfeeding

For the fourth consecutive day, Gatwick Airport is experiencing disruptions due to heavy fog in one of its busiest periods. Although some restrictions have been lifted, the airport has confirmed that a noticeable delay in flights is expected. Furthermore, the airport claimed to have canceled 20 flights on Monday to reduce passenger inconvenience and facilitate… Continue reading Gatwick Airport Departures: Disruption continues into fourth day

A man has been accused of murder charges following the death of another man caused by stabbing in north-west London. The deceased was identified as Recorda Davey-Ann Clarke and was popularly known as Ricardo among family and friends. Ricardo was found with a stab wound on his body at Lincare Road, Willesden just after 4:15… Continue reading Willesden: Murder charge after fatal stabbing of 35-year-old man

With tickets to London’s official New Year’s Eve fireworks having sold out in October, the mayor is warning the public to beware of scammers. Sadiq Khan posted on social media that Ticketmaster is the only place to buy resale tickets and to watch out for people falsely claiming to sell them. He also urges people… Continue reading London New Year's Eve ticket scam warning