The tranquility of Luton Airport was suddenly shattered by a ferocious fire that broke out in the multi-storey Terminal Car Park 2, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. Loud explosions and flames shooting across the car park were reported by eyewitnesses who watched in shock as the fire took hold at an unimaginable speed. The Bedfordshire… Continue reading 'Flames shot across car park' – Luton passenger
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Man has conviction quashed over rape of girl, 13
A man who was once found guilty of raping a 13-year-old schoolgirl at Dalkeith Country Park in Midlothian, Scotland, in 2018, has had his conviction quashed. Sean Hogg, who was 17 at the time of the attack, had his sentencing revoked due to new guidelines for individuals under the age of 25, instead receiving 270… Continue reading Man has conviction quashed over rape of girl, 13
Man scales Sheffield town hall to remove Israeli flag
During a demonstration in Sheffield this week, protesters removed an Israeli flag from the Town Hall and replaced it with a Palestinian flag. Video footage of the event shows a man climbing onto the roof to remove the flag before throwing it down to a crowd of people below. The police have stated that they… Continue reading Man scales Sheffield town hall to remove Israeli flag
Watch: Large fire breaks out at Luton airport
A huge fire has caused chaos at Luton Airport’s Terminal Car Park 2, suspending all flights and issuing a plea for the public to avoid travel to the airport. Reports suggest that up to 1,200 vehicles suffered significant damage in the blaze. Footage shared on social media shows the roof of the terminal car park… Continue reading Watch: Large fire breaks out at Luton airport
Wandsworth Prison unsafe and inhumane – watchdog report
Warning: Wandsworth Prison Unsafe and Inhumane, According to Watchdog Report A report from the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) has labelled HMP Wandsworth as unsafe and inhumane. The report cites a significant increase in violence over the past year, with assaults rising by over 20% in all areas, and ongoing issues with understaffing and deteriorating facilities.… Continue reading Wandsworth Prison unsafe and inhumane – watchdog report
PSNI sends texts to phone numbers found in drug raids
Northern Ireland police have texted almost 2,000 people giving them advice on drug misuse after their phone numbers were found during various drugs raids. The Serious Organised Crime Unit apprehended mobile devices during intelligence-led operations in the greater Belfast area across recent months, and the texts were sent to numbers who had been in contact… Continue reading PSNI sends texts to phone numbers found in drug raids
World War Two experimental catapult unearthed by archaeologists
A unique find has been uncovered in Harwell, Oxfordshire, where archaeologists unearthed an experimental catapult that was once designed to launch WWII bomber planes into the sky. Dubbed the Royal Aircraft Establishment Mark III Catapult, it was created to enable shortened runway launches, allowing planes to carry more fuel. Between 1938 and 1940, the contraption… Continue reading World War Two experimental catapult unearthed by archaeologists
Private renters age faster, says Essex and Adelaide university research
Living in a privately rented home has been linked to faster biological ageing, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Essex and the University of Adelaide in Australia. Previous studies have indicated that biological ageing can worsen during stressful life events and reverse once that stress has stopped. The team… Continue reading Private renters age faster, says Essex and Adelaide university research
Coroner calls for tighter regulation on cold water therapy industry
The death of Kellie Poole, a woman who drowned in the River Goyt during a cold water therapy session, has raised concerns over the absence of safety checks and regulation for such activities. An undiagnosed heart condition and the immersion in cold water were found to have “likely” led to Ms. Poole’s cardiac arrest. While… Continue reading Coroner calls for tighter regulation on cold water therapy industry
Teach primary pupils real world maths – Labour
Labour has pledged to teach fundamental financial and numerical concepts from as young as four years old in the United Kingdom. Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Philipson has proposed the initiative, which would teach students how to budget and manage their money, forecast currency exchange rates and calculate household expenses. The initiative is a direct challenge… Continue reading Teach primary pupils real world maths – Labour