In a significant move, Members of Parliament have overwhelmingly voted in favor of legislation to designate Palestine Action as a terrorist organization, with the vote passing by a substantial margin of 385 to 26. The order, which modifies the Terrorism Act 2000, is set to be authorized by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and put into… Continue reading MPs vote to proscribe Palestine Action as terrorist group
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Rachel Reeves 'going nowhere', says No 10 after Commons tears
Downing Street has affirmed that the prime minister is fully supportive of Rachel Reeves following a harrowing appearance in the House of Commons by the chancellor. During Prime Minister’s Questions, Sir Keir Starmer declined to confirm whether Reeves would continue in her role until the next election, while the visibly emotional chancellor sat beside him… Continue reading Rachel Reeves 'going nowhere', says No 10 after Commons tears
Former head of Royal Navy sacked over behaviour
Following an investigation into his behavior, the Ministry of Defence has announced the termination of the former head of the Royal Navy, Admiral Sir Ben Key’s service. It was determined that Admiral Key’s conduct did not meet the expected values and standards of service personnel. In response to the findings, Admiral Key expressed deep regret… Continue reading Former head of Royal Navy sacked over behaviour
Judges order 'robust' inquiry into MI5 false evidence exposed by BBC
The High Court has mandated a fresh and impartial investigation into how MI5 provided false evidence to multiple courts, having dismissed two official inquiries from the Security Service as seriously lacking. This decision comes after revelations from the BBC exposed MI5’s deceit to three courts regarding a case involving a neo-Nazi state agent who had… Continue reading Judges order 'robust' inquiry into MI5 false evidence exposed by BBC
Canaletto Venice painting owned by first UK prime minister sells for record £32m
A masterpiece painting by the Italian artist Canaletto, once owned by the UK’s first prime minister, has recently been sold for a record-breaking fee. The painting, titled Venice, the Return of the Bucintoro on Ascension Day and painted around 1732, was auctioned at Christie’s in London for £27.5m (£31.9m with fees). This sale set a… Continue reading Canaletto Venice painting owned by first UK prime minister sells for record £32m
Princess of Wales talks of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
The Princess of Wales, Catherine, recently opened up about the challenges she faced during her cancer treatment. She visited a hospital in Essex and shared her experiences with patients, emphasizing the difficulties of life after chemotherapy. Catherine mentioned how putting on a brave face during treatment was just the beginning, and the phase afterwards was… Continue reading Princess of Wales talks of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Criminal Cases Review Commission: Chief exec of miscarriage of justice body quits
Karen Kneller has stepped down as the chief executive of the Criminal Cases Review Commission after facing months of criticism. The organization is responsible for investigating potential miscarriages of justice in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Calls for her resignation intensified after the CCRC admitted to “failing” Andrew Malkinson, who spent 17 years in prison… Continue reading Criminal Cases Review Commission: Chief exec of miscarriage of justice body quits
UK weather: Cooler weather conditions set in across UK as heatwave ends
Presenting the latest weather update, following a scorching start to July and record-breaking June temperatures across England, it appears that the heatwave conditions are set to ease in the coming days. After London’s St James’s Park recorded a temperature of 34.7C (94.4F) on Tuesday, marking the hottest day of the year so far, a cooler… Continue reading UK weather: Cooler weather conditions set in across UK as heatwave ends
Bob Vylan dropped from music festivals in Manchester and France
Bob Vylan, the punk duo, have faced consequences for their controversial appearance at Glastonbury as they were dropped from the line-up of a music festival in Manchester. Originally scheduled to headline the Radar Festival at Victoria Warehouse, organisers made a statement confirming their removal from the event. Additionally, their performance at the French festival Kave… Continue reading Bob Vylan dropped from music festivals in Manchester and France
Sarah Montgomery: Man in court charged with pregnant mother's murder
A young mother of two, Sarah Montgomery, tragically lost her life while heavily pregnant with her third child. The 27-year-old was found critically injured inside her home in Donaghadee, County Down, over the weekend and was later pronounced dead. A man named Zak Hughes, 28, from Ardglen Place in north Belfast, has been accused of… Continue reading Sarah Montgomery: Man in court charged with pregnant mother's murder