Welsh folk singer Dafydd Iwan has claimed that he was the target of a fake plot to kill Prince Charles just before the investiture of Charles as Prince of Wales in 1969. Iwan, known for campaigning for Welsh independence, has described it as a “pathetic” attempt to lure him into the alleged coup by an… Continue reading Dafydd Iwan: Fake plot to kill Prince Charles, says singer
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Ex-GCHQ man jailed for life after stabbing US security worker
A former employee of UK intelligence who was found guilty of attempted murder of a US government employee has been given a life sentence. Joshua Bowles committed the attack on 9 March in a leisure centre car park situated approximately three miles away from the base of GCHQ. As well as his guilty plea for… Continue reading Ex-GCHQ man jailed for life after stabbing US security worker
Drugs probe as teenager dies and others take unwell at house in Ballingry
On Sunday morning, emergency services were summoned to a house in Ballingry, Fife, following the reports of several young individuals falling ill. Tipped off by concerned neighbours, first responders arrived at the property at around 11:55 am. The afflicted youths, who have not been named, were taken to nearby Victoria Hospital. Tragically, a 16-year-old boy… Continue reading Drugs probe as teenager dies and others take unwell at house in Ballingry
Adam Johnson: Tributes to ice hockey player after 'freak accident'
Adam Johnson, an ice hockey player for the Nottingham Panthers, passed away after his neck was cut by a skate during a match with the Sheffield Steelers. The 29-year-old forward suffered a fatal injury, which was described as a “freak accident” by the club. Fans and teammates paid tribute to Johnson by leaving flowers outside… Continue reading Adam Johnson: Tributes to ice hockey player after 'freak accident'
Bodies of Lianne, Noiya and Yahel Sharabi were found 'cuddled together'
The family of Lianne Sharabi, a British-Israeli woman who was tragically killed alongside her two teenage daughters by Hamas militants, has spoken publicly about their loss. Lianne, her 13-year-old daughter Yahel, and her 16-year-old daughter Noiya were found together in a position that indicated Lianne had been trying to shield her children from the attack… Continue reading Bodies of Lianne, Noiya and Yahel Sharabi were found 'cuddled together'
Newspaper headlines: Tributes paid to Matthew Perry and UN Gaza warning
The Israeli-Gaza conflict dominates several of Monday’s front pages as newspapers report on the latest developments in the ongoing ground operation. The Daily Telegraph highlights how Hamas is preventing foreign citizens from leaving Gaza, with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reportedly discussing the situation with world leaders. The Daily Express warns readers that the situation… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Tributes paid to Matthew Perry and UN Gaza warning
Storm Ciarán: Flood warnings in place as UK braces for heavy rain
A storm named Ciarán is set to hit parts of the UK, which will cause more rain and flooding in the coming days. Areas in Scotland, Wales, and England are already under flood warnings, and there are yellow rain warnings for parts of Northern Ireland. According to reports, the UK is at risk of flooding… Continue reading Storm Ciarán: Flood warnings in place as UK braces for heavy rain
Thurrock tower block scaffolding 'is a ladder for cat burglars'
Residents of Seabrook Estate tower block flats in Thurrock are fearful after a man was killed in an incident blamed on what residents say is criminals using scaffolding, left in situ for months, to gain access. Lone parent, Leonie Ward, said she felt vulnerable after a neighbour spotted someone trying to gain access through a… Continue reading Thurrock tower block scaffolding 'is a ladder for cat burglars'
Petrol retailers should cut price by 5p a litre, RAC says
Fuel giant firms should reduce petrol prices by 5p per litre to reflect lower costs at the wholesale level, according to the RAC. The UK’s major petrol retailers would still make substantial profit margins even after the cut, said the motoring organisation, adding that drivers had yet to see the benefits of last year’s 5p… Continue reading Petrol retailers should cut price by 5p a litre, RAC says
NI Weather: Yellow warnings issued for heavy rain and flooding
The Met Office has warned of more rain and flooding in Northern Ireland. The warning is for counties Antrim, Armagh, Down, and Tyrone, from midnight on Sunday until noon on Monday. A second warning will then come into effect at 4 pm GMT on Monday, lasting for 23 hours until 3 pm GMT on Tuesday.… Continue reading NI Weather: Yellow warnings issued for heavy rain and flooding