Category: UK News

A fatal police shooting occurred following a two-vehicle collision in Thetford, resulting in the death of a man identified as Tony Keeble. Norfolk Police responded to the crash on London Road at approximately 20:25 GMT on Sunday. Officers encountered Mr. Keeble, aged 61 and a local resident, and shot him twice after believing he was… Continue reading Man shot twice by police in fatal shooting in Thetford named

A coroner has issued a stark warning about the potential for more infant deaths if government regulation is not introduced for non-therapeutic male circumcision. This follows the tragic passing of a six-month-old baby boy in west London. Non-therapeutic circumcision refers to the removal of the foreskin of male infants and young children for religious or… Continue reading London coroner calls for circumcision safeguards after baby death

Tiffany Calver made history at the age of 24 when she became the first female presenter of the Rap Show on BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra. Her appointment sparked a wide range of reactions, with input coming from listeners, commentators, and even television figure Jeremy Clarkson. Describing herself as a “nerdy girl that liked to… Continue reading Radio 1Xtra's first female Rap Show host leaves the station

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A search effort is currently ongoing at Withernsea, located on the East Yorkshire coast, where several individuals are reported to be struggling in the sea, according to HM Coastguard. The situation was initially brought to attention shortly after 3 pm GMT, prompting the deployment of a rescue helicopter along with another aircraft to cover the… Continue reading Search under way for people 'in difficulty' in sea in Withernsea

Carolyn Harris, the Labour MP for Neath and Swansea East, has experienced a dramatic weight loss of nearly 10 stone after starting treatment with the slimming drug Mounjaro in October 2024. Having faced mobility difficulties, Harris made the decision to pursue this regulated medical treatment, resulting in her dropping from a size 24 to a… Continue reading Unregulated weight-loss jabs like playing Russian roulette, says MP

Two men have been formally charged in connection with the death of an 89-year-old man who was fatally injured in a hit-and-run incident. The victim, Tom Wallace, a retired dental surgeon, was described by his family as a “respected and loved member of the community.” The tragic event occurred on Monday when Mr. Wallace was… Continue reading Two men in court after 89-year-old man killed in Gillingham hit-and-run

The UK has experienced an extraordinary year, with 2025 confirmed by the Met Office as both the warmest and sunniest year ever recorded. Preliminary figures indicate an average temperature of 10.09°C, surpassing the previous record of 10.03°C from 2022. This achievement places 2025 alongside 2022 and 2023 as the three warmest years on record, marking… Continue reading 2025 officially UK’s warmest and sunniest year on record, Met Office confirms

When the iconic chimes of Big Ben marked the arrival of the New Year, London launched its celebrations with an impressive 12-minute fireworks show. The city’s skyline was illuminated as bursts of color erupted from barges positioned near the capital’s well-known ferries, creating a vibrant spectacle visible from numerous vantage points along the Thames. Accompanying… Continue reading Watch: London rings in 2026 with spectacular fireworks

Mike Nesbitt has announced his intention to resign as leader of the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). He communicated this decision to MLAs and party officials on Friday morning. While Nesbitt plans to remain Northern Ireland’s health minister until the assembly elections scheduled for May 2027, the ultimate choice regarding his ministerial role lies with the… Continue reading Ulster Unionist Party: Mike Nesbitt to stand down as leader