Category: UK News

Sixteen days ago, the idea that Team GB would secure three gold medals at the Winter Olympics might have seemed far-fetched. Yet, this remarkable achievement has now become reality. As the Games draw to a close in Verona, Team GB flagbearers Matt Weston and Charlotte Bankes will lead the team during the closing ceremony, marking… Continue reading Winter Olympics 2026: Why 2026 marks a historic Games for Team GB

A diesel leak that occurred in the River Dochart and subsequently affected the River Tay in Perthshire is reportedly diminishing, according to the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa). Following a recent inspection, Sepa confirmed that the eastern section of Loch Tay appeared clear, with no visible impact detected along the stretch of the River Tay… Continue reading River diesel spill 'clearing' but water still not safe – watchdog

Gordon Brown has called for a police inquiry into whether Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor utilized taxpayer-paid jets and RAF facilities for meetings with Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted paedophile, according to recent reports. The former prime minister allegedly sent letters to six police forces, urging them to question civil servants regarding Andrew’s activities during his tenure as the… Continue reading Brown urges police probe into whether Andrew used RAF bases to meet Epstein

A surprise Foo Fighters concert led to a rush of fans eager to secure tickets, which were available only through in-person purchase. The US rock group, fronted by Dave Grohl, had revealed plans for a series of unexpected live performances in Manchester, Dublin, and London. The announcement sparked excitement among fans, with tickets selling out… Continue reading Hundreds queue as surprise Foo Fighters gig sells out in two hours

A recent incident involving the tragic death of a runner at a level crossing has led to a call for enhanced visual safety measures. Sam Dudley, who was jogging in Formby, Merseyside, was struck by a train on 24 August while crossing Hoggs Hill Level Crossing. Despite the klaxon warning siren and red warning light… Continue reading Coroner's safety call after man dies running over rail crossing

Two young men, aged 19 and 20, tragically lost their lives on Yr Wyddfa, prompting an outpouring of grief and tributes from their families and local community. The men, identified locally as Eddie Hill, 20, and Jayden Long, 19, both from Norfolk, went missing earlier in the week. Concerns emerged on Wednesday, leading to an… Continue reading Tributes paid to Norfolk men who died after going missing on Yr Wyddfa

Emails released by the US Department of Justice reveal that Metropolitan Police officers were assigned to provide security at a dinner event held at Jeffrey Epstein’s New York residence, which was attended by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Despite these revelations, the Metropolitan Police have stated that no misconduct by their protection officers has been identified at this… Continue reading Met police officers were told to guard Jeffrey Epstein's home, emails show

The Scottish government, alongside researchers, has removed data collected from a censu s that inquired about sexual experiences among school pupils as young as 14. This Health and Wellbeing Census was conducted during 2021 and 2022, targeting students in S4 to S6 across half of Scotland’s council areas. Concerns were raised by parents, who reported… Continue reading Scottish government deletes data from school 'sex survey'

A serious road traffic collision in County Tyrone has resulted in three individuals being hospitalized. The incident occurred on the Armagh Road in the Moy area, which police have indicated will remain closed for a considerable length of time. The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) reported receiving the emergency call at approximately 22:20 GMT on… Continue reading Moy: Three people taken to hospital after 'serious traffic collision'

Morag Skelton, an accomplished mountaineer who has spent much of her adult life climbing and skiing in the Scottish mountains, has recently taken on an exciting new challenge: including her nine-month-old baby, Hamish, in her outdoor pursuits. From cross-country skiing trips to island-hopping camping adventures, and even a night spent in a remote bothy, Morag… Continue reading 'I love the look on his face' – The mum who takes her baby on wilderness adventures