Category: UK News

Archaeologists have uncovered an extraordinary hoard containing two of the rarest Iron Age artefacts during an excavation near Thetford, Norfolk. The discovery was made by Pre-Construct Archaeology last year on a building site just a few miles from the town. At the heart of the find was the most complete example of a carnyx—a type… Continue reading Thetford dig unearths Iron Age war trumpet and boar standard

In Orkney, a stonemason named Kyle Doran has showcased his creative talents by constructing an igloo featuring a functional fireplace and chimney. This unique structure serves as a cozy play area for his three-year-old daughter, allowing her to enjoy the snow while having a sheltered space to retreat from the wind. The igloo was built… Continue reading A heated igloo and snow rollers: Scotland makes the most of cold snap

Manchester United have initiated early discussions with several former players, including Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, regarding the possibility of serving as caretaker manager for the remainder of the season. These conversations are in their initial phase, with no clear frontrunner yet identified to succeed Ruben Amorim during this transitional period. However,… Continue reading Manchester United caretaker manager: Talks held with Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

South Yorkshire Police have acknowledged a significant error in identifying victims involved in a fatal car accident near Rotherham last December. The force accidentally confused an 18-year-old who died in the crash with another teenager who survived. Relatives of 17-year-old Trevor Wynn were mistakenly informed that he had died, while Joshua Johnson, aged 18, was… Continue reading South Yorkshire Police told wrong family teen had died in crash

Joan Scourfield’s journey of forgiveness has drawn widespread attention, especially given the unusual nature of her relationship with the man responsible for her son’s death. James Hodgkinson suffered a fatal head injury after being punched during an incident in Nottingham, an attack from which he never recovered. Despite the devastating loss, Joan, who works as… Continue reading 'Why I now hug my son's killer on stage'

A recent report from MPs has criticized the leasing decisions related to HMP Dartmoor, describing the £4 million per year lease on a prison that has remained unused for 18 months as a “needless waste of taxpayers’ money.” The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) highlighted that HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) agreed to the lease… Continue reading Poor decisions behind signing Dartmoor prison's lease, MPs say

Multiple UK newspapers have highlighted a significant development involving the deployment of British and French troops to Ukraine, intended to support peacekeeping efforts once a formal agreement brings an end to the ongoing conflict. The i Paper emphasizes this move with the headline “boots on the ground: UK military bases in Ukraine to keep peace.”… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Boots on the ground' and 'one for the road'

The UK continues to face challenging wintry conditions, with more snow and ice expected to affect much of the country. Nearly all regions are currently under yellow weather warnings as temperatures remain bitterly cold. From Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, large areas across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and parts of Scotland are experiencing ice warnings.… Continue reading More snow and ice across nearly all of UK as cold snap continues

Fujitsu’s European chief executive, Paul Patterson, defended the company’s continued earnings from government contracts despite the fallout from the Post Office Horizon scandal. Speaking before the Business and Trade Select Committee, Patterson emphasized that Fujitsu is “not a parasite,” noting that the government retains the choice to extend or terminate its contracts with the firm.… Continue reading Fujitsu 'not a parasite' for profiting after Horizon scandal, says boss

Michael Campbell, a Belfast-based actor acclaimed for his portrayal of Richard III in a wheelchair, is currently participating in a clinical trial for a new drug aimed at treating Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Diagnosed with this terminal illness in February 2023, the 35-year-old performer has experienced some promising improvements since starting the medication, including regaining… Continue reading Michael Campbell: MND drug might 'give me an extra year or two'