A former history teacher from Richmond Lodge School in south Belfast has been sentenced to two years in prison for indecently assaulting four girls during the 1970s. The victims, who were between the ages of nine and 13 at the time, suffered a profound breach of trust, the court heard. Belfast Crown Court highlighted the… Continue reading William Lloyd-Lavery: Former teacher jailed for assaulting four girls
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BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
BP has reported that its profits for the first quarter of the year have more than doubled, driven by a sharp increase in oil prices following the outbreak of the conflict involving Iran. The energy company recorded earnings of $3.2 billion (£2.4 billion) from January to March, attributing this substantial growth to an “exceptional” performance… Continue reading BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
Dunmurry car bomb: PSNI step up patrols after attack on police station
Following a recent car bomb attack, police are intensifying their patrols and vehicle checkpoints to address the ongoing threat posed by dissident republican groups. The bomb detonated outside the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) station in Dunmurry, County Antrim, on Saturday night. Authorities revealed that the device was planted after a delivery driver was… Continue reading Dunmurry car bomb: PSNI step up patrols after attack on police station
Airlines cutting fares to lure hesitant customers, says Wizz Air
European airlines have begun lowering flight prices as they try to counteract consumer reluctance linked to economic uncertainties caused by the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. József Váradi, CEO of Wizz Air, explained that carriers can afford to reduce fares temporarily because they secured fuel contracts at prices set before hostilities escalated. This… Continue reading Airlines cutting fares to lure hesitant customers, says Wizz Air
Man, 92, charged with murder after death of wife, 87, in Exeter
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'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, says Tony Blair think tank
A think tank has called on the government to introduce an “emergency handbrake” aimed at reducing the number of individuals receiving health and disability benefits. The Tony Blair Institute (TBI) has recommended that people diagnosed with certain conditions, including mild depression and ADHD, should not qualify for cash benefits. Instead, these conditions should be categorized… Continue reading 'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, says Tony Blair think tank
Social media: Minister promises 'some form' of restrictions for under-16s
The UK government has announced plans to introduce certain age or functionality restrictions on social media use for individuals under 16, even if it does not implement a full ban. Education Minister Olivia Bailey indicated that while the government is still consulting on the best approach, it is legally committed to taking action following this… Continue reading Social media: Minister promises 'some form' of restrictions for under-16s
Fox hunting: Bid to ban the practice begins again at Stormont
A fresh attempt has been made to pass legislation aimed at banning the hunting of wild animals using dogs in Northern Ireland, a practice currently allowed only in this part of the UK. This new bill has been brought forward by John Blair of the Alliance Party, five years after a similar proposal was rejected… Continue reading Fox hunting: Bid to ban the practice begins again at Stormont
London Marathon final finisher says race was a huge privilege
Clair Roberts, a runner from Milton Keynes, proudly completed the London Marathon, finishing in last place with a time of 12 hours and 16 minutes. Despite crossing the finish line just before midnight at an alternative endpoint in St James’s Park designated for those exceeding eight hours, she described the experience as a “huge privilege.”… Continue reading London Marathon final finisher says race was a huge privilege
'My husband finally got full time care – he died a week later'
Kirsty Parsons first noticed something was wrong when she observed how her husband Jim walked across an airport car park. Despite it being a dreadful, windy day, Jim seemed unusually relaxed, strolling slowly with hands in his pockets and no arm movement—what Kirsty later recognized as the distinctive “Parkinson’s walk.” At just 44 years old,… Continue reading 'My husband finally got full time care – he died a week later'