Category: UK News

The father of a teenager who died by suicide after encountering harmful content online has expressed his disappointment over government reports suggesting a ban on young people’s use of certain social media platforms. Ian Russell, whose daughter Molly passed away at age 14, has been an advocate for better online safety protections. However, he criticized… Continue reading Molly Russell's dad says rushing social media restrictions 'deplorable'

During an anti-immigration demonstration held in Liverpool, eight individuals were taken into custody, with counter-protesters also present in the area. The event took place along County Road in Walton, where nearly all local businesses, including shops, cafes, and pubs, chose to close for the day. This precaution was taken due to concerns about potential violence… Continue reading Liverpool anti-immigration march results in eight arrests

The chief executive of an online safety charity has expressed concerns over the enforceability of a potential social media ban for children under 16. Instead of imposing such a ban, the focus should be placed on limiting the addictive features of social media platforms. This perspective comes as the UK government prepares to announce whether… Continue reading Molly Russell: Head of online safety charity warns against social media ban

An anti-racism demonstration held in Glasgow was interrupted by a group of masked individuals, following a week marked by violent incidents in the city. The event, which drew thousands of campaigners marching along Buchanan Street, encountered opposition from a smaller faction of far-right protesters who engaged in clashes with the police. Among this group, one… Continue reading Anti-racism rally disrupted by masked group in Glasgow

England has successfully retrieved most of their training equipment that had been stolen shortly before their arrival in Kansas City on Saturday. The items were taken after vehicles carrying the gear to their base at Swope Soccer Village were broken into, according to confirmed sources. The team, led by Thomas Tuchel, was scheduled to arrive… Continue reading World Cup 2026: Stolen England training equipment recovered

The milestone of the one millionth parkrun event was recently celebrated at Bushy Park in southwest London, the original location of the initiative founded over two decades ago. Paul Sinton-Hewitt, who started the first parkrun 22 years ago as a small gathering with friends on a Saturday morning, reflected on how the event has grown.… Continue reading Parkrun founder shares how the events help his mental health

Derbyshire Police have initiated a criminal investigation concerning an officer who is suspected of using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to fabricate evidential material in multiple cases. Following these allegations, the officer has been suspended from frontline duties while the inquiry is ongoing. The force indicated that the officer is suspected of perverting the course of… Continue reading Derbyshire Police officer accused of using AI to 'create evidence'

Large crowds gathered in central London to celebrate the annual Trooping the Colour parade, marking the official birthday of King Charles III. The event began at Buckingham Palace, where the King and Queen Camilla commenced their procession, traveling in an ornate carriage along The Mall to Horse Guards Parade. This ceremonial journey is a long-standing… Continue reading In pictures: Trooping the Colour marks King's official birthday

The Trooping the Colour parade took place in London to celebrate the official birthday of the sovereign, with the King and members of the Royal Family in attendance. The event attracted thousands of spectators who gathered to witness the occasion. The King and Queen, accompanied by other senior members of the royal household, made a… Continue reading Royal Family joined by thousands at Trooping the Colour

In central London, large crowds assembled to witness the Trooping the Colour ceremony, an annual event celebrating the King’s official birthday. The parade, renowned as one of the grandest royal and military displays of the year, culminated with a spectacular flypast by the Red Arrows, which the royal family observed from the Buckingham Palace balcony.… Continue reading King and Queen cheered by crowds at Trooping the Colour