Category: UK News

Johanna Robinson, Wales’ national adviser on violence against women and girls, has disclosed for the first time that she is a rape survivor. The revelation is intended to encourage others to come forward by making them feel understood and to promote public understanding of the crime. Robinson’s assault took place while she was asleep and… Continue reading Johanna Robinson: Adviser on women's violence speaks of own rape

Uri Geller, famed for his ability to bend spoons, recently spoke to BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri following her own spoon-bending antics on live television. Moshiri had reacted to footage of a guest on BBC Radio Oxford who was able to bend a frying pan with his bare hands. In a show of strength, Moshiri bent… Continue reading Uri Geller and BBC face off in spoon bending challenge

Following the death of several animals at Capel Manor College’s Gunnersbury Park campus in west London, two boys aged 11 and 12 have been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty and burglary. They were apprehended after police received reports of the killings over the weekend and have subsequently been bailed. CCTV footage of the college… Continue reading Boys aged 11 and 12 arrested after animals killed at college

Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill attended her first Northern Ireland game at Windsor Park, accompanied by her Deputy First Minister, Emma Little-Pengelly. They watched the Northern Ireland women’s team compete against Montenegro in the Uefa Women’s Nations League play-off match which began at 7 pm GMT. Ms. O’Neill had committed to attending a Northern… Continue reading Michelle O'Neill attending first Northern Ireland game at Windsor Park

During a hearing related to compensation payments for sub-postmasters impacted by the Horizon scandal, Henry Staunton, the former chairman of Post Office, surprised MPs by revealing the current company CEO, Nick Read, is being investigated. While witnesses earlier in the day informed the MPs there was an internal investigation into Staunton’s behaviour while he chaired… Continue reading Post Office boss under investigation, claims ex-chair

An apology has been issued by the BBC for the handling of a complaint made about presenter Huw Edwards. The broadcaster confirmed that allegations were made in May 2023, but did not reach senior managers until 6 July. The complaint was not escalated quickly enough, according to the corporation, which subsequently pledged to alter its… Continue reading BBC apologises over handling of Huw Edwards complaint

An enforcement notice has been issued to rebuild The Crooked House pub in Himley, near Dudley, which was destroyed last year in a suspected arson attack. South Staffordshire Council served the notice to the pub’s owners, requiring them to build the property to its original state before the fire. Council leader Roger Lees stated that… Continue reading Crooked House: Owners of wonky pub ordered to rebuild

Three men have faced charges for allegedly attacking an Islamic education center, using a gun made by a 3D printer. Brogan Stewart, Marco Pitzettu, and Christopher Ringrose, whose ages range from 24 to 33, faced the Westminster Magistrates’ Court through a video link. They did not enter a plea and remained in custody until their… Continue reading Three men charged with planning attack on Islamic education centre

Michael Sheen has shown his support for a four-year-old boy named Louis who is suffering from a rare genetic condition by donating £5,000 towards home adaptations that will improve his living conditions. The Welsh actor contributed to a charity football match that was organised to help raise funds for Louis and his family, who require… Continue reading Wrexham: Michael Sheen donates £5k for boy with genetic condition

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