Harlow man who stabbed Essex policewoman in face found guilty

A recent incident in Harlow, Essex has left a female police officer traumatized after being stabbed in the face by a man wielding a seven-inch serrated kitchen knife. Declan Diedrick, a 25-year-old resident of Hull Grove, launched the attack on officers who attempted to intervene on 29 December 2023. The intense violence displayed by Diedrick… Continue reading Harlow man who stabbed Essex policewoman in face found guilty

Hackney bus driver suspended after Jewish man 'shut inside bus'

In an alarming incident, a 52-year-old Orthodox Jewish man faced antisemitic abuse from a London bus driver who refused to return his bank card and trapped him inside the vehicle for nearly an hour. David Abraham boarded the 149 bus on Stoke Newington Road in Hackney, only to drop his bank card inside the driver’s… Continue reading Hackney bus driver suspended after Jewish man 'shut inside bus'

Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73

Willie Young, a former Aberdeen and Arsenal defender, passed away at the age of 73. He played over 180 games for Aberdeen before achieving success with Arsenal by winning the FA Cup in 1979. One of his most memorable moments was the tackle on West Ham forward Paul Allen during the 1980 FA Cup final,… Continue reading Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73

Andrew should answer Jeffrey Epstein questions in US, Democrats say

The US congressional committee looking into the Jeffrey Epstein case has been pushing for Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to address his connections to the late sex offender. Following mounting pressure, King Charles revoked Andrew’s “prince” title on Thursday, despite his consistent denial of any wrongdoing. Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee have reiterated their calls… Continue reading Andrew should answer Jeffrey Epstein questions in US, Democrats say

Jaysley Beck's mum says young women should not join Army

A tragic incident at Larkhill in Wiltshire in December 2021 has highlighted the ongoing issue of sexual assault and harassment within the armed forces. After the death of teenage soldier Jaysley Beck, who took her own life following a sexual assault by a superior, her mother, Leighann McCready, has spoken out about the lack of… Continue reading Jaysley Beck's mum says young women should not join Army

Medics helped me beat cancer but they can't help my crash menopause

Kat Denisi, a cancer survivor from Edinburgh, was diagnosed with breast cancer at 32 and underwent treatments that ultimately put her in a medically-induced menopause. Despite being cancer-free now, Kat struggles with the symptoms of this sudden menopause. She expressed feeling unprepared for the impact it would have on her body and how doctors seemed… Continue reading Medics helped me beat cancer but they can't help my crash menopause

Martha Kearney: Why I'm concerned about our declining wildflowers

thriving in urban areas and along roadsides. He believes there has been a shift in how we view wildflowers, from seeing them as weeds to valuing them for their beauty and importance to pollinators. Creating a wildflower meadow, like the one my husband and I have, is a small but meaningful way to support biodiversity… Continue reading Martha Kearney: Why I'm concerned about our declining wildflowers

Question Time audience reacts as Andrew stripped of 'prince' title

During a live broadcast of the BBC’s Question Time, viewers were taken aback by the sudden interruption on Thursday. The shocking news that Prince Andrew would no longer hold his ‘prince’ title sent ripples through the audience in Bradford, who responded with applause as presenter Fiona Bruce made the announcement. This unexpected turn of events… Continue reading Question Time audience reacts as Andrew stripped of 'prince' title

Houses without lounges are a reality for renters

In today’s rental market, the absence of a living room is increasingly becoming a reality for tenants with limited budgets and limited options. A study conducted by flat-sharing website SpareRoom revealed that nearly a third of homes listed in the first half of the year lacked a living room. This trend is forcing renters like… Continue reading Houses without lounges are a reality for renters