Category: UK News

Sally Rooney’s latest novel, Intermezzo, has received widespread critical acclaim. Whilst Rooney’s previous novels have typically followed a female protagonist, Intermezzo focuses on the relationship between two grieving brothers with seemingly little in common. Ivan, a 22-year-old chess player, is described as a “complete oddball”, whilst his older brother, Peter is a smooth-talking barrister. The… Continue reading Sally Rooney's Intermezzo is 'utterly perfect' say critics

Amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran-supported Hezbollah, hundreds of troops are set to deploy to Cyprus from the United Kingdom to facilitate the potential evacuation of British nationals from Lebanon. Almost 10,000 Britons still remain in the country. The British military has been anticipating the need for an emergency evacuation for a few… Continue reading Lebanon: UK to send hundreds of troops to Cyprus for possible Lebanon evacuation

Martina Karos and her eight-year-old daughter Eleni Edwards have been identified as the two people found dead at their home in Salford, Greater Manchester. Emergency services were called to South Radford Street on Monday and discovered the bodies of the mother and daughter, who lived alone at the address. A neighbour has described the dead… Continue reading Salford: Woman and girl, 8, found dead at home identified

Electric bikes, also known as e-bikes, have seen a significant increase in illegal modifications in the UK. Figures from 27 police forces to PA News Agency show a steep rise in e-bikes that have been illegally modified beyond the 15.5mph speed limit, a limit required under UK law. Such modifications turn these vehicles into motorcycles,… Continue reading Most illegally modified e-bikes in City of London used by delivery riders

The deaths of two young people who drowned off Bournemouth beach last year were “preventable,” according to one parent who spoke at their inquest. Joe Abbess, 17, from Southampton, and 12-year-old Sunnah Khan, from High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, died after getting into difficulty in the water in May 2023. Joe’s mother, Vanessa, stated in court that… Continue reading Bournemouth beach deaths 'preventable', parent tells inquest

In his first address to the Labour Party conference as prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer promised a Britain “built to last” but cautioned that there would be “trade-offs.” He stated that Labour would deliver the “national renewal” that the country wanted, but it would involve the construction of new prisons and electricity pylons near homes.… Continue reading Keir Starmer warns of trade-offs as he vows to rebuild Britain

In a recent address to the nation, Sir Keir Starmer opened up about his new government’s progress since his victorious win. Not only did he outline the changes that have already been implemented, but he articulated a clear vision for national revival. However, in doing so, the prime minister also had to justify his administration’s… Continue reading Starmer's conference speech in under two minutes

A young boy who was expected to die after being taken off life support has “confounded” medical predictions, according to a UK judge’s ruling. Months ago, the High Court stated that life-sustaining ventilation was not in the child’s best interests following a diagnosis by treating doctors. The boy, identified in court as NR, was born… Continue reading 'Remarkable' boy survived life support switch-off, judge says

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The UK government has confirmed that Aberdeen will be the headquarters for Great British Energy, the new state-owned energy company. Although not tasked with supplying power to homes, the company’s key role will be to fund new and existing clean technology and small to medium-sized renewable energy projects. Aberdeen has been the heart of the… Continue reading Great British Energy: What does it mean for Scotland and Aberdeen?