A teenager has been detained for 12 years after committing multiple counts of rape against young women over three years. Kevarnie Queen, from Brixton in South London, was convicted of 22 counts of rape between 2019 and 2022. He was 15 years old at the time of most of his offences, and met all but… Continue reading Brixton teenager serial rapist detained after campaign of sexual violence
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Crash death biker's widow says killer's sentence is no deterrent
The widow of a Brechin motorcyclist who lost his life following a collision with a car has said that others must learn from his “senseless” death. Jon Marsh died in November 2022 when a driver pulled out of a junction, causing him to collide with her rear driver door. Angela Addis, the school teacher behind… Continue reading Crash death biker's widow says killer's sentence is no deterrent
Transport strike on Friday will go ahead without pay deal – union
Traders in Belfast are concerned about the potential impact of a fourth strike by bus and train workers scheduled for this Friday, according to a business group. The Cathedral Quarter BID claimed that businesses were heavily impacted by last weekend’s 48-hour walkout, with trade down by roughly 35% compared to the same period last year.… Continue reading Transport strike on Friday will go ahead without pay deal – union
Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper in 'very serious condition' in hospital
Derek Draper, the husband of ITV presenter Kate Garraway, remains in a “very serious condition” after contracting Covid-19 in March 2020. The former political advisor has been in and out of the hospital with extreme complications and long-lasting damage to his organs. Last Sunday, it was reported that Draper was back in the hospital after… Continue reading Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper in 'very serious condition' in hospital
NI talks: DUP 'rules out' pre-Christmas Stormont deal
The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has refused to agree to a deal to restore devolution in Northern Ireland before Christmas, the BBC has learned. The party has been boycotting Stormont since early 2022, in protest over post-Brexit trade rules. The government was hoping an agreement on power-sharing could be reached before parliamentary recess on Tuesday.… Continue reading NI talks: DUP 'rules out' pre-Christmas Stormont deal
Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon's trial begins
The highly anticipated trial of pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai, who has been charged with “colluding with foreign forces,” has commenced in Hong Kong. The 76-year-old, who has been incarcerated since December 2020 and faces a possible life sentence if found guilty, is among more than 250 activists, lawmakers, and protesters incarcerated under National Security… Continue reading Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon's trial begins
Stockton cancer campaigner who was praised by Kylie Minogue dies
The passing of Wendy Clarke, a woman from Teesside who campaigned for cervical cancer awareness, has been confirmed. Clarke, who was praised by Kylie Minogue for her work in raising awareness of the disease, died in Teesside Hospice at the age of 46. She had been living with a terminal cancer diagnosis since January of… Continue reading Stockton cancer campaigner who was praised by Kylie Minogue dies
Eddie Izzard fails bid to become Labour candidate for Brighton Pavilion seat
Tom Gray, a musician and activist, has been chosen as the Labour candidate for the Brighton Pavilion constituency at the next General Election, beating out comedian Eddie Izzard, who came in second place. The seat was previously held by Green MP Caroline Lucas, who will step down once the election takes place. Several trade unions… Continue reading Eddie Izzard fails bid to become Labour candidate for Brighton Pavilion seat
End 'culture of hatred', says mother of boy shot in US
Susan Swimm, the mother of Scottish dual citizen, Rory Swimm, who was shot and killed in Utah, US, is calling for an end to the United States’ “culture of hatred”. Utah police believe that Rory was killed by a 15-year-old boy who was given a handgun as a gift by his grandfather. The Swimms want… Continue reading End 'culture of hatred', says mother of boy shot in US
Love Actually at 20: Are we still in love with the controversial Christmas classic?
Love Actually, the 2003 festive romance, has retained its place as a Christmas classic despite facing criticism every year. Richard Curtis’ drama centres on a group of middle-class characters whose love lives intersect over Christmas. The film features a star-studded cast and several romantic tales, but the unrealistic portrayals of love, questionable character decisions, and… Continue reading Love Actually at 20: Are we still in love with the controversial Christmas classic?