A fruit and vegetable delivery driver from Deeside has put an end to his demanding early morning routine after winning a life-changing £1 million in the National Lottery. Paul Wynne, aged 58, who had been diligently playing the same two number lines for eight years, finally hit the jackpot. His lucky win allowed him to… Continue reading Deeside National Lottery winner hopes to retire and buy racehorse
Category: UK News
UK government to charter flight out of Dubai
The UK government plans to operate a charter flight out of Dubai early next week aimed at British nationals seeking to leave the area, conditions permitting. This service will be in addition to existing commercial flights available from the United Arab Emirates and will come with a charge for passengers. Those eligible to register for… Continue reading UK government to charter flight out of Dubai
Police given more time to question Iran spying suspects
Four men detained in connection with a counter-terrorism investigation linked to Iran have been granted extended time for questioning until 13 March. These individuals, comprised of one Iranian national and three dual British-Iranian nationals, were arrested on Friday on suspicion of aiding a foreign intelligence service. The Metropolitan Police indicated that the inquiry centers around… Continue reading Police given more time to question Iran spying suspects
Girl, five, taken to hospital after being hit by car at Kilmarnock Cemetery
A collision involving a five-year-old girl and a vehicle occurred near the entrance of Kilmarnock Cemetery, resulting in the child being hospitalized. The incident took place on Grassyards Road, with emergency responders arriving at the site around 11:20. According to Police Scotland, a blue car had been present at the scene but left before officers… Continue reading Girl, five, taken to hospital after being hit by car at Kilmarnock Cemetery
Fox swims with ducks and geese at RSPB Blacktoft Sands
A striking moment was recently captured at RSPB Blacktoft Sands in East Yorkshire, where a fox was photographed swimming alongside ducks and geese. This particular fox has been regularly seen swimming in the reserve’s waters and has selected a den on one of the islands within the tidal reedbed to raise her cubs. According to… Continue reading Fox swims with ducks and geese at RSPB Blacktoft Sands
Middle East: Former Irish president condemns attacks on Iran
Mary Robinson, the former president of Ireland, condemned the recent military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran, describing these attacks as breaches of international law. She expressed these views while speaking at a rally held in Belfast to mark International Women’s Day. Robinson emphasized the severe suffering endured by women and civil… Continue reading Middle East: Former Irish president condemns attacks on Iran
Anti-war protesters at RAF Fairford say it shouldn't be used by US
A group of protesters gathered outside RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire to voice their opposition to the base’s use by US forces for strikes against Iran. The demonstration came amid ongoing military actions in the region, with the US and Israel having launched attacks on Iranian targets over the past week. In response, Iran has carried… Continue reading Anti-war protesters at RAF Fairford say it shouldn't be used by US
Coastguards lower dog owner down Dorset cliff to rescue pet
A dramatic rescue unfolded near Charmouth, Dorset, when coastguards were called upon to save a cocker spaniel named Luna after the dog fell approximately 40 meters down a cliff at Stonebarrow. Luna was found running anxiously around the rocky terrain, refusing to approach the rescue team’s rope technician. To safely retrieve her, rescuers lowered Luna’s… Continue reading Coastguards lower dog owner down Dorset cliff to rescue pet
Llanelli model and TV drama Dallas actress Annabel Schofield dies
Annabel Schofield, a model, actress, and producer who gained fame during the 1980s fashion scene and later appeared in the popular American TV series Dallas, has passed away at the age of 62. She died on 28 February in Los Angeles, where she had lived for many years, after battling cancer. Born in 1963 in… Continue reading Llanelli model and TV drama Dallas actress Annabel Schofield dies
British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales prepped to set sail
The UK’s aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has been placed on a heightened state of readiness, requiring the crew to be prepared to depart from Portsmouth within five days, according to defence sources. Previously, the vessel’s notice to sail was 14 days. This acceleration in readiness suggests a possible deployment to the Mediterranean region,… Continue reading British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales prepped to set sail