Category: UK News

Reports suggest that social media site X has removed several accounts and posts related to a network that was spreading fake information about UK politicians. Part of the Undercover Voter project, a BBC investigation found that deepfake images were created and shared by a group of accounts to harm a candidate’s reputation. Though some of… Continue reading X removes accounts of network smearing politicians with deepfakes

Anas Sarwar, the leader of the Scottish Labour Party, has criticized Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for returning early from D-Day commemorations, calling it “unforgivable”. Sunak has been facing backlash for leaving the 80th-anniversary event in France on Thursday and returning to the UK. The BBC’s seven-way TV election debate has condemned Sunak’s move, with Commons… Continue reading Sunak's early return from D-Day events 'unforgivable' – Sarwar

The Princess of Wales has expressed her pride in the Irish Guards while apologising for missing a parade rehearsal. Catherine would normally attend the Colonel’s Review, held ahead of next week’s Trooping the Colour, but is taking a break from her royal obligations after undergoing treatment for cancer. In a letter signed Colonel Catherine, the… Continue reading Kate speaks of pride in Irish Guards as she misses rehearsal

TV and radio presenter Michael Mosley went missing after setting off for a walk on Agios Nikolaos beach on the Greek island of Symi on Wednesday. His disappearance prompted a search and rescue operation, which resumed on Saturday. The new CCTV footage shows the 67-year-old walking towards rocky hills in the village of Pedi, heading… Continue reading Michael Mosley's wife Clare says she won't lose hope over missing presenter

George Orwell’s masterpiece, Nineteen Eighty-Four, celebrated its 75th anniversary on Saturday. The novel tells the story of Winston Smith, a resident of an oppressive future state who slowly rebels against the system. The book is a powerful study of totalitarianism and how it affects individuals. It takes place in a future world of war, poverty,… Continue reading 1984: How did the Isle ofJura shape George Orwell's masterpiece?

Starting from 9th June 2024, carrying liquids in hand luggage with more than 100ml will be temporarily restricted at select regional airports in the UK, including Newcastle, Leeds Bradford, London City, Aberdeen, Southend and Teesside airports. These airports had Next Generation Security Checkpoints (NGSC) in operation, which had previously abolished the 100ml liquid rules after… Continue reading 100ml liquid rule reintroduced at some regional UK airports

The life of Dave Myers, one half of the famous TV cooking duo The Hairy Bikers, is being celebrated by thousands of motorcyclists who are travelling from London to Cumbria. Myers passed away earlier this year at the age of 66 after being diagnosed with cancer. A memorial procession made up of thousands of motorcycles… Continue reading Dave Day: Bikers ride to Barrow in Dave Myers tribute event

On Friday, the BBC held a debate with representatives from seven political parties in Great Britain. The topics of taxes, the NHS, and immigration sparked heated discussions among the participants. The debate was streamed live on BBC iPlayer. Viewers were able to observe the exchanges between representatives from the political parties as they discussed the… Continue reading D-Day, taxes and the NHS: Moments from the BBC debate

The search for Michael Mosley, a 67-year-old television presenter known for his programmes and podcast on BBC Radio 4, is set to enter its fourth day as rescue teams continue to look for him on the Greek island of Symi. Mosley was reported missing on Wednesday after leaving Agios Nikolaos beach at 13:30 local time.… Continue reading Michael Mosley: Search for missing TV presenter enters fourth day

Supported housing, which provides vulnerable groups such as domestic abuse victims, homeless people, or those with learning disabilities with semi-independent living, is facing a crisis. Across the sector, almost a third of providers have closed services in the past year, with 60% expecting to close others in the future. More than 50% blamed funding as… Continue reading Housing: 'I could have ended up homeless after my parents died'