Category: UK News

The trial of Flowers and Jubair revealed their involvement with the cyber-crime group known as Scattered Spider. This loosely connected network of predominantly young, English-speaking hackers has been linked to numerous cyber-attacks, including those targeting retail giants such as Marks and Spencer and the Co-op. Flowers first attracted police attention shortly after his 16th birthday.… Continue reading Teens who hacked TfL were known to police years before cyber-attack

Gwent Police have charged a 14-year-old boy with murder following the discovery of a female body during a search related to a missing girl in south Wales. The youth, from the Blaenau Gwent area, remains unnamed due to legal restrictions and has been remanded in custody ahead of a hearing at Newport Magistrates Court scheduled… Continue reading Police charge boy with murder in Blaenau Gwent investigation

During the Covid lockdowns of mid-2020, Luke and his wife made the decision to begin trying for a child. Reflecting on his past, Luke recalls, “All through my teens the message was clear: don’t have sex without a condom or you might get someone pregnant.” Expecting that conception would proceed naturally once they were ready,… Continue reading What we miss when we ignore male infertility

For an extended period, the decline of Sir Keir Starmer’s administration has been carefully documented, with signs of instability becoming more apparent over months, weeks, and sometimes even days. Yet, despite this gradual unraveling, the sight of the prime minister once again standing in Downing Street, openly acknowledging the imminent end of his tenure, caused… Continue reading Chris Mason: The anatomy of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's downfall

Fatboy Slim is set to deliver a unique DJ performance at The Pipeline in Brighton, a venue with an intimate capacity of just 60 attendees. In Nottingham, grime icon D Double E will appear at a special warehouse event hosted by the Brickworks. Meanwhile, acclaimed pop artist Hill plans to debut tracks from her upcoming… Continue reading Missing Glastonbury? There's a festival on your doorstep this weekend

The King receives an annual income from the Duchy of Lancaster, an estate established specifically to provide the monarch with an independent financial source for both official duties and private expenses. This estate comprises a diverse portfolio of land, investments, and properties, which, for the fiscal year 2025-26, generated an income of £25.2 million. In… Continue reading King Charles reveals he paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-25

Previously unreleased CCTV footage obtained by the BBC offers a fresh perspective on the events preceding the death of Allan Marshall, a man who died after being restrained by prison officers. This new video challenges the official narrative given by authorities. Earlier this year, BBC News took legal action against Scottish ministers when they initially… Continue reading Allan Marshall: New CCTV footage contradicts prison death evidence

The Home Office is planning to convert three additional military sites into accommodation centers for thousands of asylum seekers as part of the government’s effort to reduce reliance on hotel housing. Locations in Bicester (Oxfordshire), Barnham (Suffolk), and Linton-on-Ouse (North Yorkshire) are being considered, potentially providing space for around 3,750 asylum seekers, pending approval of… Continue reading Home Office plan to use more military bases to house asylum seekers

King Charles and Queen Camilla have revealed plans not to reside in Buckingham Palace once its extensive £369 million refurbishment is completed next year, according to the most recent royal financial statements. While the historic palace, which has been the official London residence of British monarchs since 1837, will remain the central administrative base for… Continue reading King and Queen will not live in Buckingham Palace after renovations

A grieving mother whose teenage son tragically drowned while swimming in a reservoir during a hot spell has made a heartfelt plea for others to avoid open water. Maxine Johnson’s son, 15-year-old Reuben Morgan, lost his life on 17 June 2006 after encountering difficulties while swimming with friends at Pontsticill Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil. In… Continue reading Mother's plea after son drowned in reservoir during hot weather