Category: UK News

A 47-year-old suspected terrorist, Daniel Andreas San Diego, recently appeared in court in Wales for an extradition hearing after being on the run for more than 20 years following bombings in San Francisco, California, in 2003. The FBI had listed him as one of their “most wanted fugitives” before he was finally apprehended in a… Continue reading Conwy: FBI most wanted Daniel Andreas San Diego awaits extradition

BBC Scotland News political editor Glenn Campbell reports that First Minister John Swinney is gearing up for a trip to the United States in hopes of securing better trade terms for Scotch whisky. President Donald Trump recently imposed a 10% tariff on whisky and other UK goods entering the US market, prompting the Scotch Whisky… Continue reading John Swinney to visit US for Scotch whisky talks

Jonathan Hayes, a businessman, shared his harrowing experience of being stabbed in the leg while trying to intervene in the Southport attack. The incident, which occurred on 29th July 2024, saw Axel Rudakubana, then 17, launching a random knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance workshop in Hart Street. As a result, three children lost… Continue reading Southport survivor says scars a 'daily reminder'

Eve Robinson found herself in a distressing situation after a long day at work, as a barrister she had just met violated her personal space during after-work drinks. Recalling the incident, Eve shared, “He put his arm around me and he put his arm up my dress and down inside my tights and when I… Continue reading 'He put his hand down my tights': Sex harassment widespread among barristers, review finds

A mysterious street artist known as Banksy has unveiled a new mural on the side of the Royal Courts of Justice building in central London. The artwork features a judge in a traditional wig and black robe striking a protester on the ground, causing blood to splatter on their placard. While the mural does not… Continue reading New Banksy mural appears at Royal Courts of Justice

David Young, an 82-year-old man from Holyhead on Anglesey, was identified as one of the victims of the tragic Lisbon funicular crash that occurred last Wednesday in Portugal’s capital. The Glória funicular derailed, resulting in 16 fatalities, including Young. Described by his family as a “lifelong transport enthusiast,” they found solace in the fact that… Continue reading Third British victim of Lisbon funicular crash was Anglesey man

A blunder at the Great North Run left participants with medals that inaccurately depicted the city and river of the event. Despite the intention to showcase an aerial view of Newcastle, Gateshead, South Shields, and the River Tyne on the medals, they actually featured Sunderland and the River Wear. The Great Run Company issued an… Continue reading Great North Run medals show Sunderland instead of Newcastle

In County Armagh, a 39-year-old man has been brought to court on charges related to the murder of Christopher “Chrissy” Burns. Mr. Burns was discovered deceased with severe head and facial injuries at a residence in Cusher Green, Mountnorris, last week. The accused, Aaron McAnulty, who resides in Cusher Green, County Armagh, made an appearance… Continue reading Chrissy Burns: Man in court charged with murder over Mountnorris death

Families of the victims of the Lockerbie bombing are being encouraged to sign up with the FBI to gain remote access to the upcoming criminal trial of a Libyan individual accused of orchestrating the attack. This includes emergency responders and locals who were among the first to lend assistance after the tragic event. Abu Agila… Continue reading People affected by Lockerbie bombing asked to sign up to view trial

Political reporter Sam FrancisThe Labor party’s ruling body is set to convene in order to develop plans for a deputy leadership election to replace Angela Rayner, who stepped down recently after acknowledging that she had underpaid stamp duty. The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party will engage in discussions on Monday to establish the… Continue reading Labour body meet to plan race to replace Angela Rayner as deputy