Former Pembrokeshire councillor banned after racist voice note

Andrew Edwards, a former councilor, has been disqualified from holding any position in authority for four years after being involved in a racist messaging incident. The incident involved Edwards sending a WhatsApp voice note suggesting that white men should have black slaves, as previously ruled by an ombudsman investigation. This led to the case being… Continue reading Former Pembrokeshire councillor banned after racist voice note

Stoke Newington: Family in tribute to mother killed before blast

The tragic death of Annabel Rook, a woman found fatally stabbed following a gas explosion in her home, has left her family reeling. Described as a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and mother, Annabel’s family is struggling to come to terms with the terrible tragedy. The incident took place at a house in Dumont Road, Stoke… Continue reading Stoke Newington: Family in tribute to mother killed before blast

Yungblud Milton Keynes festival draws fans from across the world

Yungblud’s Bludfest drew a massive crowd of fans, with attendees traveling from as far as Canada to experience the music and arts festival. The event, held at the National Bowl in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire for the second consecutive year, offered tickets priced between £65-125. The singer-songwriter’s goal was to create an inclusive and affordable gathering,… Continue reading Yungblud Milton Keynes festival draws fans from across the world

Father of Kory McCrimmon leads hundreds in march to end knife crime

A demonstration against knife crime in Glasgow saw a massive turnout with hundreds of participants. Parents Against Knives, initiated by the family of Kory McCrimmon, aimed to shed light on the escalating incidents of deaths and severe injuries involving weapons among the youth. Tragically, Kory lost his life at the age of 16 after a… Continue reading Father of Kory McCrimmon leads hundreds in march to end knife crime

Heatwave eases as rainy weather blows in across parts of UK

The UK is experiencing a shift in weather patterns as wind and rain move across the region, providing relief from the recent heatwave. Luckily, Sunday brings a fresher outlook with sunshine and scattered showers, leading into a wet end of the weekend as a weather front approaches from the west on Monday evening. Saturday saw… Continue reading Heatwave eases as rainy weather blows in across parts of UK

Ripon family 'sold up' to travel world searching for new life

A family from Ripon, North Yorkshire, made a bold decision to sell almost all of their belongings to embark on a journey around the world with their 12-year-old daughter. Emma, 34, and Joe, 33, were fed up with the monotonous grind of working life in western society and wanted to give their daughter, Tilly, a… Continue reading Ripon family 'sold up' to travel world searching for new life

UK preparing flight out of Israel for British nationals next week

UK to Evacuate British Nationals from Israel In response to escalating tensions in the region, the UK government has announced plans to organize a chartered flight to evacuate British nationals from Israel next week. The decision comes after the US carried out strikes at nuclear facilities in Iran, leading to increased instability in the area.… Continue reading UK preparing flight out of Israel for British nationals next week

Man injured in assault outside Ballymena bar

In the early hours of Sunday, a disturbing incident occurred in Ballymena, County Antrim, where a man was harmed in a severe assault. The attack took place at approximately 02:05 BST outside a licensed establishment on Ballymoney Street. First responders, including the police and ambulance service, swiftly arrived at the scene and the injured man… Continue reading Man injured in assault outside Ballymena bar

Windrush campaigners back Notting Hill Carnival funding bid

As the nation marks Windrush Day, campaigners are voicing concerns about the future of Notting Hill Carnival and calling for government intervention. The chairman of the west London carnival, Ian Comfort, has expressed fears about its sustainability, urging Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to provide essential funding for public safety measures. While the government recognizes the… Continue reading Windrush campaigners back Notting Hill Carnival funding bid