Category: UK News

Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad’s government fell to rebel forces on Sunday, prompting UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to welcome the end of his “barbaric regime”. Assad reportedly fled to Moscow and has been granted asylum in Russia. Sir Keir called for a “political solution”, protecting civilians and minorities, and ensuring aid reached the most… Continue reading Keir Starmer welcomes fall of Assad's 'barbaric regime' in Syria

Amy, a 36-year-old lawyer from London, has recently given birth to a baby boy using donor sperm and in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Deciding to have a baby on her own relieved the time pressure she was feeling, given that dating while looking for a partner to start a family could be intense. Using donor sperm and… Continue reading IVF using donor sperm: 'I could have a baby without a partner'

On Wednesday, the UK hosted its first ever Drone Soccer tournament at Wigston Academy in Leicestershire. This unique event combines the sport of football and drone technology, which is encased in a protective ball-shaped cage. The concept of Drone Soccer originated in South Korea. The tournament was organized by Drone Sports Ltd, and according to… Continue reading Futuristic sport drone soccer likened to 'robotic Quidditch'

Prince William served Christmas lunch at a homeless shelter where he first visited with his mother, Princess Diana, over 30 years ago. The Passage, a London-based homelessness charity, was the place where Prince William began to see beyond the palace walls. He has spoken about the profound impact that his visits to the charity had… Continue reading Prince William serves Christmas lunch at shelter he visited with Diana

West Ham striker Michail Antonio has had surgery after being involved in a car crash on Saturday, according to a statement from the club. The 34-year-old was treated in hospital in London for a lower limb fracture and will be monitored over the coming days. Antonio, who is the club’s all-time leading scorer in the… Continue reading Michail Antonio crash: West Ham striker has surgery on lower limb fracture

Cydney Harding from London has become a sensation on TikTok with her creative collection of scissors that range from those used for cutting hair to tiny ones designed to snip grapes. At only 24 years old, Cydney has millions of followers on the social media platform who watch her videos where she talks about her… Continue reading TikTok: The London woman going viral with her scissor obsession

Thousands of households in Northern Ireland remain without power after Storm Darragh, with community assistance centres set to open in response. NIE Networks reported that nearly 95,000 households were affected during the storm, and about 12,000 remain without power. It may take several days for NIE Networks to fully restore electricity. The energy provider has… Continue reading Thousands without power in Northern Ireland after Storm Darragh

A car park operator has discontinued a £255 claim against a man facing court action over a parking charge notice (PCN). Garry Kay and Rosey Hudson received PCNs from Excel Parking after parking at the same Derby car park. They only took longer than five minutes to pay for parking. Hudson is being taken to… Continue reading Parking fines: 'I stood up to Excel Parking and won'

Lisa Hession, a 14-year-old girl, was sexually assaulted and murdered while walking home alone from a party 40 years ago. Her body was found in an alleyway just 200 yards away from her home in Leigh, Greater Manchester. Despite efforts from authorities and members of the public, no one has ever been charged with the… Continue reading Lisa Hession death: £50k reward offered to find girl's killer

The UK government has proposed introducing a “right to know” statutory guidance for stalking victims. The proposed legislation would ensure that victims are informed of their abuser’s identity at the earliest possible opportunity. The move has been welcomed by Stephanie Hill, a former Miss England who was stalked for 11 months by Dhawal Chaudhary, who… Continue reading Derbyshire: 'I lost a year of my life when stalker moved to UK'