Category: UK News

Matt Inman, a professional mixed martial arts fighter, went head-to-head with Will Stone MP in a charity match at Fairfield Halls in Croydon. Stone, the newly elected Labour MP for Swindon North, is not only a politician but also a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and a former soldier. The match was held to raise… Continue reading Will Stone MP grapples MMA fighter Matt Inman for mental health

Tasha Ghouri, a former Love Island contestant and Strictly Come Dancing star, has spoken out about her negative experiences with online trolling due to her disability. Ghouri, who is deaf and uses a cochlear implant, revealed that she has received cruel comments and videos about the way she speaks. These trolls caused her to hit… Continue reading Strictly's Tasha Ghouri in tears over online hate after Love Island

The remains of a 24-year-old ex-British soldier who died in combat while fighting in Ukraine will return to his parents’ home in County Fermanagh on Friday. Liam Love will be laid to rest after a funeral service at St. Patrick’s Church in Derrygonnelly on Saturday. Michael Love, Liam’s father, referred to his son as a… Continue reading 'It was the call I hoped I'd never take'

England’s decision to substitute fly-half Marcus Smith with George Ford in their recent match against New Zealand did not go as planned, leading to criticism from fans and pundits alike. With 62 minutes on the scoreboard and England leading by eight points, some believed that Smith, who had been playing well, should have been left… Continue reading England 22-24 New Zealand: George Ford focus can't disguise other failings

Two of the four escaped raccoons from Amazon World on the Isle of Wight have been found. The first raccoon was found shortly before midnight on Friday in the zoo’s grounds, whilst the second was discovered on top of the zoo’s parrot perches on Saturday evening. The found raccoons will be placed in an enclosure… Continue reading Isle of Wight missing raccoons captured but two still at large

Greater Manchester Police are investigating an incident at the University of Manchester involving an alleged burglary and theft of two busts of Chaim Weizmann, the first president of Israel. Video footage has circulated online showing two people breaking a display case in the chemistry building before making off with the sculptures. The Palestine Action Group… Continue reading Manchester: Busts of Israeli president stolen from university

Five generations of women in Barnsley, England have welcomed a newborn baby girl into the family, making them one of the most unique families in the country. Baby Elizabeth Donald was born to her mother, Chloe Renshaw, who resides in the village of Mapplewell, near to her grandmother Jeannette Renshaw in Staincross and great-grandmother Jean… Continue reading Meet family with five generations – from baby to great-great gran

The transport network in London is set to receive a boost in facilities, with Transport for London (TfL) announcing an investment of £15m in building more toilets around the network and upgrading existing ones. The news has been welcomed by passengers with bladder or gut conditions, such as Billie Nicholls, for whom improved access to… Continue reading More toilets will take 'worry' out of London travel – commuters

Kevin Devonport, a former soldier who turned to crime and served a 13-year prison sentence, has discovered his passion for art and become an award-winning artist. Devonport struggled with drug addiction after leaving the Army at 21 and began his criminal career as a heroin dealer. After serving three jail sentences, he was caught selling… Continue reading Award-winning artist learned to paint in prison

Mabel Wulff, a Welsh woman who survived Nazi Germany, risked her life to protect the St Thomas à Becket Anglican Church in Hamburg, according to a plaque dedicated to her heroic acts. After hiding the church’s artwork to save it from damage and smothering fires, she also sheltered people to save their lives. Mabel Wulff was the… Continue reading World War Two: Newport woman celebrated for saving Germany church