Category: UK News

London Pro-Palestine protest: Met Police make 335 arrests

A significant number of individuals were taken into custody by the Metropolitan Police in central London during a pro-Palestinian rally supported by Defend Our Juries, the authorities announced. The event, which was organized in solidarity with Palestine Action – a faction that was prohibited by the government in July for any form of backing or… Continue reading London Pro-Palestine protest: Met Police make 335 arrests

Man Utd and Sunderland's minute's silence for Manchester synagogue attack victims

Prior to the start of the match between Manchester United and Sunderland at Old Trafford stadium, a one minute’s silence was observed in honor of the two individuals who lost their lives in an attack outside a synagogue in Manchester. The incident left three others in a serious condition, prompting a show of solidarity and… Continue reading Man Utd and Sunderland's minute's silence for Manchester synagogue attack victims

Port Talbot 'quieter' since Tata Steel job losses

Port Talbot has seen a significant transformation in its atmosphere since the closure of the blast furnaces. Former steelworker Levi Roberts, who invested his redundancy money in a pizza making business, is just one example of the changes taking place in the town. With fewer traffic and bright lights at night, the town has become… Continue reading Port Talbot 'quieter' since Tata Steel job losses

Hundreds of extra officers to 'reassure' Manchester's communities

Following a deadly attack on a synagogue in Manchester, there has been a noticeable increase in police presence on the city streets. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers have been working rigorous 12-hour shifts without rest days since the incident, and additional officers from various forces have been deployed to assist. Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes… Continue reading Hundreds of extra officers to 'reassure' Manchester's communities

Marcus Fakana: Teen jailed in Dubai dies in London police chase

Tragedy struck in London when Marcus Fakana, a British teenager who had previously been jailed in Dubai for a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl, passed away in a car crash. The fatal incident occurred in Tottenham, North London, during the early hours of Friday, where Fakana was a passenger in the vehicle that collided.… Continue reading Marcus Fakana: Teen jailed in Dubai dies in London police chase

Euromillions: UK ticket-holder wins £26m jackpot

The National Lottery in the UK announced that a lucky individual has scooped up the £26 million EuroMillions jackpot. The winning numbers for the draw on Friday night were revealed to be 06, 12, 18, 25, 41, with the Lucky Star numbers being 02 and 06. Senior winners’ adviser at Allwyn, which operates the National… Continue reading Euromillions: UK ticket-holder wins £26m jackpot

Hundreds without power and travel disruption as Storm Amy hits Wales

Wales was hit by strong 85mph winds from Storm Amy over the weekend, leaving hundreds of homes without power. The severe gusts led to widespread disruption, with ferries, trains, and bridges being canceled or closed. A ferry sailing from Dublin to Holyhead had to circle offshore for hours due to the inability to berth safely.… Continue reading Hundreds without power and travel disruption as Storm Amy hits Wales

Widespread damage as Storm Amy 'hit harder' than expected

Overnight, Storm Amy ravaged through Scotland, leaving widespread damage and over 60,000 homes without power. Network Rail reported more than 170 incidents, with high winds causing fallen trees, flooding, and debris blocking railway lines. The storm hit much harder and quicker than expected, forcing the closure of all train lines out of Glasgow and routes… Continue reading Widespread damage as Storm Amy 'hit harder' than expected