Category: UK News

Ben Gunnery, a violinist with a global performing career, has been sentenced to a 12-month suspended prison term following his conviction for sending explicit images of himself to two women he had never met. The offenses occurred in November, just months after Gunnery was found guilty of similar actions involving another woman. His misconduct involved… Continue reading Violinist Ben Gunnery sent hundreds of nude images to women

Police are appealing for information after a golden eagle, aged four, was found injured in southern Scotland. The bird was discovered by a gamekeeper on 15 January at an estate in Stanhope, near Tweedsmuir. The eagle, named Hamlet, was fitted with a satellite tracking device and had been relocated from the Outer Hebrides to this… Continue reading Probe after golden eagle found in Borders with shotgun injuries

A nursery employee has been found guilty of sexually abusing young children in a case described during the trial as “every parent’s nightmare.” Nathan Bennett, who worked at Partou King Street Nursery in Bristol, was convicted of multiple counts including two rapes, four sexual assaults, and two counts of assault by penetration. The offences involved… Continue reading Bristol nursery worker guilty of rape and sexual assault of toddlers

A soldier who was attacked and stabbed multiple times while wearing his military uniform outside a barracks drew parallels between the assault and the 2013 murder of Lee Rigby, a court was told. The incident took place near Brompton Barracks in Chatham on 23 July 2024, involving Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton as the victim. Anthony… Continue reading Soldier compared Chatham barracks stabbing to Lee Rigby attack

Flights to and from St Helena, a remote British overseas territory in the South Atlantic Ocean, have been suspended due to safety issues at the island’s only airport. Following an inspection, local authorities identified that the airport’s fire engines did not meet international safety standards, prompting them to declare a major incident and halt all… Continue reading St Helena: Only airport on remote British overseas island closed over safety fears

The government finds itself on unstable ground, with serious doubts now openly circulating about how much longer the prime minister can maintain his position. The situation remains fluid and uncertain, marking a particularly tumultuous day in Westminster. Events unfolded rapidly, beginning with the announcement that the prime minister’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, was leaving… Continue reading Starmer to face his MPs knowing his future is in the balance

Thames Valley Police have confirmed that they are reviewing a complaint filed by the anti-monarchy organization Republic. The allegation centers on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s purported disclosure of confidential information to Jeffrey Epstein. As a former trade envoy, Andrew was bound by official rules requiring the protection of sensitive commercial and political data gathered during official duties.… Continue reading Police assessing claims about Andrew sharing confidential trade details

Four individuals have been charged in connection with the murder of a 17-year-old boy in a village situated in south Wales. The victim, Tristan Shae Kerr, was found with severe injuries and later died at the scene. The incident occurred on Lower Francis Street in Abertridwr, Caerphilly, where police were called around 17:45 GMT on… Continue reading Four appear in court charged with murder of 17-year-old in Abertridwr

Two lifelong friends were left devastated after paying £8,000 for what they believed was a rental flat in north London, only to discover the property was actually listed as a short-term holiday let. The women, identified as Sarah and Amy (not their real names), signed a lease agreement following an in-person viewing of a flat… Continue reading Friends left 'in tears' over £8k rental scam on London flat

Barry M, one of the few remaining family-owned make-up brands in the UK, has been acquired by the cosmetics company Warpaint following its recent administration. Founded in north London in 1982 by Barry Mero, the company unfortunately collapsed earlier this month after years of operational challenges. Known for its vibrant colours that appealed to make-up… Continue reading Barry M bought by make-up rival Warpaint