Emily Griffiths, a 26-year-old woman from Carmarthenshire, is seeking an operation to remove her womb, or a hysterectomy, to alleviate symptoms of endometriosis and adenomyosis that have left her in debilitating pain. However, she claims that doctors are unwilling to carry out the procedure due to her age and lack of children. Griffiths hopes that… Continue reading Why is my fertility more important than my endometriosis pain?
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Why Sunday is still sacred on Lewis and Harris
Lewis Island, located in Scotland’s Hebridean islands, has a strong tradition of observing the Sabbath that is unique from that of Scotland and the UK. Swimming pools, sports centers, and most businesses are closed on Sundays, and there is no public transport on the island. Church attendance is also high, with the Church of Scotland… Continue reading Why Sunday is still sacred on Lewis and Harris
John Smyth: Why police didn’t prosecute abuser linked to CofE
John Smyth, a prolific abuser of children and young men associated with the Church of England, escaped justice for decades due to an “active cover-up” within the Church, according to the Makin review published earlier this month. Smyth’s crimes were not reported to UK police for over 30 years because of this cover-up, the report… Continue reading John Smyth: Why police didn’t prosecute abuser linked to CofE
Drama, farce, a radio ham and the Baker Street bank heist
The Baker Street Bank Robbery of 1971 remains one of the most audacious and mysterious heists in British criminal history. The gang, consisting of at least eight people, dug a 40ft tunnel from a leather goods shop into the vault of the Lloyds Bank on Baker Street, and made off with a haul of money… Continue reading Drama, farce, a radio ham and the Baker Street bank heist
Can live-streamed street sets energise UK music for new artists?
DJ AG is bringing energy to the UK rap scene with his street sets, which have been attracting crowds and racking up millions of views on social media platforms, including TikTok. Starting as a platform to showcase new artists, big names like Skepta and Lethal Bizzle have also been getting involved. DJ AG tells the… Continue reading Can live-streamed street sets energise UK music for new artists?
Newspaper headlines: '£1bn boost for buses' and Italy-style 'migrant deals'
The Sunday Mirror reports that Transport Secretary Louise Haigh is set to unveil funding commitments for various regions of England in the upcoming Buses Bill. The £1 billion injection is intended to ensure bus services run on time and to prevent further reductions to vulnerable routes. The Sunday Times leads with the news that the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: '£1bn boost for buses' and Italy-style 'migrant deals'
Four arrests after M62 crash during police pursuit
A high-speed police chase ended in a collision on the M62 near Huddersfield, leaving one man critically injured in hospital. The crash occurred around 3 pm on Saturday when a white Toyota Corolla that was being pursued by police crashed into a Peugeot 306 just before Junction 24 of the motorway. The Peugeot driver was… Continue reading Four arrests after M62 crash during police pursuit
Tributes to Irish comedian Jon Kenny who starred in Father Ted
Irish writer, comedian, and actor Jon Kenny has passed away at the age of 66. Known for his work as part of the comedy duo D’Unbelievables alongside Pat Shortt, Kenny had been receiving treatment for cancer and heart failure. Kenny, who was born in County Limerick, had a successful career both on stage and on… Continue reading Tributes to Irish comedian Jon Kenny who starred in Father Ted
Body found in boot in Ilford after concerns for Corby woman
Following reports of a welfare concern for a woman in Corby, Northamptonshire, police discovered a body in the boot of a car in Ilford, east London. Northamptonshire Police has since launched a murder investigation and police activity will continue in various locations, including Corby and Ilford. The incident is being treated as suspicious and was… Continue reading Body found in boot in Ilford after concerns for Corby woman
24-year-old Bath funeral director trying to change “perceptions”
Hollie James, a 24-year-old funeral director, is surprising clients with her young age. She recently founded her own company, based in Radstock near Bath. This makes her the youngest independent funeral director in Somerset. James has a personal motivation, as she lost her mother when she was 15. She told BBC Radio Somerset that organising… Continue reading 24-year-old Bath funeral director trying to change “perceptions”