Category: UK News

In April 2019, Tony Ferns tragically lost his life after being stabbed in Thornliebank. The 33-year-old was sitting in his car when he suffered a fatal stab wound to the heart. Despite managing to drive a short distance to his home, he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. The murder of Tony Ferns sparked a legal… Continue reading Tony Ferns murder: Four guilty of murdering man by stab wound to heart

French authorities have reported that three people lost their lives while trying to cross the English Channel near Calais. The Prefect of Pas-de-Calais, Laurent Touvet, revealed that the victims were likely crushed at the bottom of the overloaded boat. He blamed smuggling gangs for the deaths and promised to pursue them. Initially, it was believed… Continue reading Children feared among three dead in Channel crossing attempt

David Coote, a former Premier League referee, is facing charges for allegedly making an indecent image of a child. This comes after he was dismissed last year for remarks he made in a video regarding former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The charge follows an investigation conducted by Nottinghamshire Police, with law enforcement identifying a video… Continue reading Sacked referee David Coote accused of making indecent image of child

Police have confirmed that the remains of Jordan Moray, who disappeared from his flat six years ago, have been discovered. Originally from Cwmbach, near Aberdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Moray was reported missing in July 2019, with his games console still running and his mobile phone on charge. It was on 29 August that human… Continue reading Remains of missing Jordan Moray from Cwmbach found after six years

Business reporter Emer Moreau reported that both Strongbow and Jägermeister decided to pull some of their social media advertisements after complaints regarding their presentation of alcoholic beverages were upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The ASA ruled that two Jägermeister ads implied that alcohol was crucial for social success, which they deemed irresponsible and… Continue reading Strongbow and Jägermeister pull ads after complaints upheld

Political Reporter Kate Whannel and Political Correspondent Nick Eardley reported that the UK’s ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, anticipates that additional “embarrassing” communication between himself and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein will be released. This comes following the disclosure of several documents by US lawmakers, including a letter from Lord Mandelson referring to Epstein… Continue reading More embarrassing Epstein exchanges to come, says Peter Mandelson

TV host Jay Blades has refuted allegations of rape, pleading not guilty to two counts during his appearance at Shrewsbury Crown Court. The 55-year-old, renowned for his role as the presenter of the BBC program The Repair Shop, addressed the charges via video link. Despite expressing regret over the delays, Judge Anthony Lowe explained that… Continue reading Repair Shop presenter Jay Blades pleads not guilty to rape

A groundbreaking development in the world of higher education is on the horizon as the universities of Kent and Greenwich in the UK are set to merge, thereby creating the country’s first “super-university”. This unprecedented move is expected to come into effect from the academic year starting in autumn 2026. The proposed entity will be… Continue reading Greenwich and Kent announce merger to form 'super-university'

BBC News NI health correspondent Marie-Louise Connolly reports that GPs in Northern Ireland are expressing anger, disappointment, and feelings of disrespect towards the Department of Health due to an imposed financial contract. This ongoing stalemate has triggered a work to rule, which includes restrictions such as ignoring non-essential paperwork and limiting appointments to 25 per… Continue reading GPs 'angry, disappointed and disrespected' by imposed contract

Journalists Craig Buchan and Oliver Whitfield-Miocic reported on the families affected by the Air India plane crash in June, which resulted in the tragic deaths of several passengers. Miten Patel, whose parents perished in the crash, expressed frustration over the lack of accountability and apology from Indian officials after it was discovered that “other remains”… Continue reading Air India crash families still seeking answers on wrong remains