Category: UK News

A former BBC Radio DJ, Chris Denning, who was jailed for child sex offences, has died at the age of 81 after becoming seriously ill at HMP Bedford in June 2022 and being transferred to Bedford Hospital. Denning, who was described as “utterly depraved” by the judge at his most recent sentencing, was part of… Continue reading Paedophile ex-BBC DJ Chris Denning died at Bedford Hospital

Bernadette Horsey, a biomedical scientist, died seconds after giving birth to her son via planned Caesarean section at the Royal Derby Hospital on January 19, 2022. Her husband, Aaron Horsey, revealed that doctors had raised no concerns about her health before the delivery. Medical experts could not identify a clear cause of Horsey’s cardiac arrest… Continue reading New mother who died seconds after birth was 'so excited' to meet baby

Gavin Plumb has been charged with soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap in relation to Holly Willoughby. Essex Police announced his arrest as part of an ongoing investigation, and Willoughby did not appear on Thursday’s This Morning show. She was said to be under police protection at her home on Thursday night.… Continue reading Holly Willoughby: Man charged over alleged kidnap plot

Train services between Manchester and Stockport are experiencing major delays due to a problem with overhead electric wires. According to train operator Northern, services to and from Manchester Piccadilly have been canceled or delayed for up to an hour. National Rail has stated that the disruption may continue for several hours. Affected operators include Avanti… Continue reading Manchester Piccadilly overhead wire damage cancels rush hour trains

A recent study conducted in the UK has suggested that “long colds” can have prolonged symptoms similar to long Covid. The research showed that common long cold symptoms included cough, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. The study involved 10,171 adults who completed questionnaires detailing their respiratory illnesses and other symptoms during the first two months of… Continue reading 'Long colds' are a thing, like long Covid say experts

The recent by-election in Rutherglen and Hamilton West has sent shockwaves throughout the Scottish political scene, potentially altering the forecast for the next general election. Labour’s incredible victory has given them hope for a revival in Scotland, buoyed by their massive swing of 20.4% from the SNP. Labour’s leader in Scotland, Anas Sarwar, has claimed… Continue reading Chris Mason: Thunderbolt by-election transforms political weather

Stoke Mandeville in Buckinghamshire will be the location for the lighting of all future Paralympic torches, according to the International Paralympics Committee. Similar to how the Olympic flame is ignited at Olympia in Greece, the Paralympic Torch Relay will commence in Buckinghamshire, where the flame will be lit at Stoke Mandeville to recognise its legacy… Continue reading Permanent home for Paralympic flame revealed

A man has been fatally stabbed in South London, and a teenager has been charged with murder in connection to the incident, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed. Luke Blackmore, 42, was discovered outside an address in Typhoon Way in Sutton on Monday at approximately 9 pm with stab wounds and was treated by the London… Continue reading Sutton: Boy, 17, charged with murder following stabbing

Ulster University researchers have mapped out how the entire coastline of Northern Ireland has changed over almost 200 years, using maps, photographs, and surveys. Researchers examined each 25m section of coastline for changes as well as human modifications, such as power stations, harbours, and ports, which advanced the shoreline by reclaiming land. The findings provide… Continue reading Erosion: Researchers map Northern Ireland's changing coastline

Flavia Catavitello and Luke Norris, both aged 23 and from Crawley, West Sussex, have made the decision to move out of their rental apartment and into a camper van. The couple aims to save money for a house and have invested £13,000 in a former roofer’s van turned mobile home. Ms Catavitello says that rent… Continue reading Crawley couple move into van to save money for a house