Category: UK News

Emily Eavis, the organizer of the Glastonbury Festival, has been a witness to the opening of the festival for her entire life. The festival, created by her parents Michael and Jean, began in 1970 as the Pilton Pop, Folk and Blues Festival. Over the years, the iconic event has evolved but has maintained a sense… Continue reading Emily Eavis on Glastonbury's magical 'Thursday Feeling'

Health Reporter Philippa Roxby has reported that UK scientists have developed a test that can help identify women with an abnormal womb lining, increasing their risk of miscarriage. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for those facing repeated pregnancy loss. The study from Warwick University found that in some women with a history of… Continue reading Womb lining test offers miscarriage hope to women

The latest additions to the Oxford English Dictionary are filled with new Scottish words, including beamer, bummer, and tattie scone, among a total of 13 new entries. Some entries also include the mention of shoogly subway trains in Scotland, an unstable place where passengers may not want to risk using skooshy cream. Many of the… Continue reading Oxford English Dictionary is hoaching with new Scottish words

Touts Exploiting Overseas Workers to Bulk Buy Concert Tickets Recent findings from a BBC investigation have revealed how ticket touts are capitalizing on the services of overseas workers to purchase tickets for major concerts featuring artists like Oasis and Taylor Swift with the sole purpose of reselling them at a profit. These touts, who are… Continue reading Ticket touts employing workers to bulk-buy for concerts

A patient in Northern Ireland endured an excruciating wait of over 330 hours in an emergency department, highlighting the dire conditions faced by both staff and patients in these units. According to figures obtained by BBC News NI, one patient spent two weeks waiting at the Ulster Hospital, while another waited 11 days at the… Continue reading NI Health: Patients spending over a week in emergency departments

A High Court judge has decided to fast-track the civil trial against Andrew Tate, moving it forward to June next year instead of the originally scheduled date in 2027. Tate is facing allegations of sexual violence from four women, including claims of choking, pointing a gun, and using a belt to assault one of them… Continue reading Andrew Tate civil trial moved forward by judge to summer 2026

Sir Gareth Southgate, the former England manager, recently expressed his lack of longing for the intense responsibilities that come with the position. After stepping down from his role last summer, following England’s defeat in the Euro 2024 final against Spain, Southgate reflected on his seven and a half years in charge. Despite guiding England to… Continue reading Sir Gareth Southgate: I don't miss managing England

Renowned rapper Stormzy was recently granted an honorary Doctorate in Law from the prestigious University of Cambridge for his impactful work in supporting black students in pursuing higher education. The 31-year-old artist, known by his real name Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr, established the Stormzy Scholarship in 2018 to provide financial assistance to black… Continue reading Stormzy receives doctorate from the University of Cambridge

Jemma Crew of BBC News, reporting from Kingston upon Thames Crown Court, brings to light the disturbing case of Drina Gray, a 52-year-old woman from Wandsworth, south-west London, who has been sentenced to three years and four months in prison. The court heard that Gray had been involved in a relentless campaign of harassment against… Continue reading Wandsworth neighbour jailed for doorbell camera abuse and threats

Warwickshire County Council’s leader, Rob Howard, has stepped down from his position, citing health reasons for his resignation. The decision comes months after Howard’s election victory in May, where Reform UK made significant gains in the local elections, resulting in the party becoming the largest in Warwickshire. In a brief statement, Howard expressed regret over… Continue reading Warwickshire County Council leader resigns, leaving 18-year-old in charge