Authorities have apprehended four individuals suspected of operating an illegal TV streaming network that is believed to have generated millions in revenue. Raids conducted in areas across Greater Manchester and Lancashire led to the seizure of 10 servers along with high-end equipment valued at approximately £750,000. Among those arrested were a 40-year-old man from Blackpool,… Continue reading Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids
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RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus
The education minister, Paul Givan, has confirmed that Christianity will continue to hold a central place in the Religious Education (RE) curriculum in schools across Northern Ireland. However, he also revealed plans to revise the syllabus to incorporate teachings about other major religions and philosophical traditions. This change will see the establishment of a new… Continue reading RE in NI schools: Paul Givan says Christianity will remain central to syllabus
Boy, 13, arrested over e-bike hit-and-run on pregnant woman in Poole
A pregnant woman was struck by an electric bike near the junction of Herbert Avenue and Manor Road in Poole on January 26. The impact led to her giving birth prematurely, and her baby is now in a critical condition in hospital. Although the woman, who is in her 30s, sustained injuries that were not… Continue reading Boy, 13, arrested over e-bike hit-and-run on pregnant woman in Poole
Harvey Willgoose's family say 'too many red flags' were missed
The family of a teenage boy who was fatally stabbed by a fellow student at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield say numerous warning signs concerning the attacker were overlooked. This came to light following the completion of an independent review commissioned by the St Clare Catholic Multi‑Academy Trust (SCCMAT), which runs the school.… Continue reading Harvey Willgoose's family say 'too many red flags' were missed
Pontarddulais man on living with 'world's most painful condition'
Gerwyn Tumelty’s experience with an agonizing medical condition felt like “a screwdriver in the side of his face,” a pain so intense that at times he questioned whether he wanted to keep living. The 52-year-old from Pontarddulais, Swansea, recalled how even ordinary actions like eating could cause sudden, severe agony, leading him to frequently leave… Continue reading Pontarddulais man on living with 'world's most painful condition'
Jesy Nelson backs under-16 social media ban to protect daughters
Jesy Nelson, formerly of Little Mix, has openly discussed the harmful effects of social media on her mental health, describing online trolling as the “downfall” of her wellbeing. Having first faced harsh criticism after her debut on The X Factor in 2011, Jesy now advocates for banning social media use among under-16s in the UK,… Continue reading Jesy Nelson backs under-16 social media ban to protect daughters
Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds
This text describes an investigative report into men covertly filming women in public, particularly on nights out in Manchester, UK. Here is a summary of the key points: – Men were filming women without their consent or knowledge, often focusing on upskirt and other intrusive footage. – The investigation identified some of the most prolific… Continue reading Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds
Zoos at risk under strain of cost pressures
John Miskelly grew concerned when he learned that Jersey Zoo planned to close its colony of Livingstone’s fruit bats in an effort to reduce costs. Having once served as a trustee for the zoo, which was founded by naturalist Gerald Durrell, Miskelly emphasized the importance of the bats as a globally endangered species. He expressed… Continue reading Zoos at risk under strain of cost pressures
Chicken in some Welsh school dinners imported from China and Thailand
Data recently obtained reveals that Welsh schools are serving chicken sourced from distant countries such as China and Thailand to hundreds of children. In particular, some local authorities show a high reliance on poultry imported from beyond the European Union. For example, Merthyr Tydfil reports that nearly all the chicken provided in its school meals—99%—comes… Continue reading Chicken in some Welsh school dinners imported from China and Thailand
Andrew under pressure to give evidence on Epstein
A notable attorney representing victims of Jeffrey Epstein has called on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to provide testimony regarding his knowledge of the convicted sex offender. Gloria Allred emphasized to the BBC that “It’s not too late and he does have information he could share.” Despite this, recent documents released by the US Department of Justice reveal… Continue reading Andrew under pressure to give evidence on Epstein