Plans surrounding the future of Sycamore Gap, which sits next to Hadrian’s Wall, are facing “significant complications,” according to Hexham MP Guy Opperman. The well-known felled tree at the site has provoked hundreds of suggestions for its future, but Opperman said safety issues at the UNESCO World Heritage site and the lack of clarity regarding… Continue reading Sycamore Gap tree: Site plans are complicated, says MP
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Nitazenes: Super strength street drugs linked to multiple NI deaths
The use of super strength street drugs, referred to as Nitazenes, which are “500 times stronger than morphine”, have reportedly led to multiple deaths across Northern Ireland for the first time, according to a coroner. A total of six deaths have been linked to these synthetic opioids which may be injected, inhaled or swallowed adding… Continue reading Nitazenes: Super strength street drugs linked to multiple NI deaths
Wilko: End of a fabulous ride for shop that sold it all
Wilko, the popular British high-street store, is closing its doors for good, leaving its customers heartbroken. The store, known for selling practical household items, including pet care and home cleaning products, has been struggling due to stiff competition and the rise of online shopping. Wilko first opened in 1930 in Leicester and grew rapidly throughout… Continue reading Wilko: End of a fabulous ride for shop that sold it all
'I've suffered from bedbugs for two years'
Bedbugs have been in the UK for centuries and the recent infestation in France should not cause panic, according to experts. Although they were believed to have diminished after the introduction of new insecticides in the post-World War Two period, they made a resurgence in the 1990s and the early years of the 21st century.… Continue reading 'I've suffered from bedbugs for two years'
Carl Russell death: Reward of £20k offered in cycling gunman hunt
Police are offering a £20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest, charge, and conviction of whoever killed prisoner Carl Russell, 27, in Belle Vale, Liverpool, five years ago. Russell, who had survived a previous attempt on his life, was fatally shot by a cyclist as he got out of a car with his girlfriend… Continue reading Carl Russell death: Reward of £20k offered in cycling gunman hunt
Do you want to know a secret? Teenagers tell all for new stage show
A unique and innovative new stage show is set to debut in Leeds this week, revealing a selection of secrets by teenagers from the UK and Iceland. The young people, aged between 14 and 18, submitted about 1,000 anonymous secrets, ranging from light-hearted to very serious admissions, to be used in the show called ‘Secrets’.… Continue reading Do you want to know a secret? Teenagers tell all for new stage show
HS2: Are the transport links replacing high-speed rail new?
The UK government’s recent decision to cancel the high-speed line to Manchester has sparked questions about the alternatives promised by the Prime Minister. While he assured the public that “every penny” of the £36 billion of savings from scrapping the HS2 project would go into other rail, road, and bus schemes, some of the promised… Continue reading HS2: Are the transport links replacing high-speed rail new?
Work due to begin after seven landslips close A83 in Argyll
The A83 road leading to Argyll and the Inner Hebrides has been blocked by seven landslips due to heavy rain that fell persistently over the last two days. Ten people had to be air-lifted from their cars at the peak of the bad weather. A warning of potential danger to life and property is in… Continue reading Work due to begin after seven landslips close A83 in Argyll
Newspaper headlines: 'Human shield horror' and Israel's '9/11 moment'
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has escalated, with Hamas militants staging their deadliest attack in 50 years. The attack was launched on the morning of a Jewish holiday, leading to hundreds of deaths and the seizure of dozens of Israeli hostages. Elderly women were marched into trucks and driven to the Gaza strip, much to the horror… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Human shield horror' and Israel's '9/11 moment'
Brixton stabbing: Man charged with murder of Keelen Morris Wong
Kyiza Sandiford, 23, has been charged with the murder of 22-year-old Keelen Morris Wong, who was stabbed to death in front of shoppers on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton. The incident occurred on Tuesday, with Wong pronounced dead at the scene despite the presence of police and paramedics. Sandiford appeared at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Saturday,… Continue reading Brixton stabbing: Man charged with murder of Keelen Morris Wong