Health experts in the north-east of England and Cumbria are concerned as the childhood measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination rate has not reached the critical 95% needed for “herd immunity.” Middlesbrough has the lowest rate in the region at 82.5%, although it has increased from the previous year. A mother shared her terrifying experience… Continue reading County Durham mother's vaccination plea after 'terrifying' measles
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Viral 'Seagull Boy' to judge Weston-super-Mare competition
A young talent who gained fame for mimicking seagull sounds will now be taking on the role of a judge at a local screeching competition. Cooper, an 11-year-old from Chesterfield, Derbyshire, will be the star attraction at the inaugural Weston-super-Mare Seagull Screeching Championship this Sunday. His rise to stardom began when he became an internet… Continue reading Viral 'Seagull Boy' to judge Weston-super-Mare competition
Wickham mother died after NHS refused help, family says
The tragic case of Samantha Young, a 49-year-old woman from Wickham, Hampshire, who took her own life in November 2023, has raised serious concerns about the mental health support provided by NHS services. Samantha’s family has revealed that she had repeatedly sought help from NHS mental health workers in the last days of her life… Continue reading Wickham mother died after NHS refused help, family says
West Drayton: Five arrests after protests at migrant hotels
The Metropolitan Police reported that five individuals were taken into custody following an incident where a group of masked men tried to enter a hotel in west London that housed asylum seekers. The attempted intrusion occurred at the Crowne Plaza located on Stockley Road in West Drayton, where the men also caused damage to security… Continue reading West Drayton: Five arrests after protests at migrant hotels
Tories pledge to get 'all our oil and gas out of the North Sea'
In a bold move, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has announced plans to eliminate all net zero requirements for oil and gas companies operating in the North Sea if her party is elected. The decision is part of a strategy focused on maximizing extraction and extracting all oil and gas resources from the North Sea. Badenoch… Continue reading Tories pledge to get 'all our oil and gas out of the North Sea'
Bayeux Tapestry: French voice fears over artwork's move to London
The iconic Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the Norman invasion of England in 1066, is set to close to the public in France starting Monday as preparations are made for its transfer to London. The tapestry, nearly 1,000 years old, will eventually be displayed at the British Museum in September of the following year. Despite its historical… Continue reading Bayeux Tapestry: French voice fears over artwork's move to London
Newspaper headlines: 'Gift of the jab' and 'Rayner lobby row'
The front pages of various UK newspapers are filled with a variety of headlines covering different topics. The Observer brings attention to the issue of the black market for weight loss drugs in Britain, showcasing the country on a map with a measuring tape around its middle, dubbed “The waist land”. Meanwhile, the Daily Star… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Gift of the jab' and 'Rayner lobby row'
First week 'critical' to avoid children missing school later, parents told
Children who were absent during the first week of school in England in September 2024 were more likely to have ongoing attendance issues throughout the year, according to government data revealed by the BBC. A striking 57% of pupils who missed some time in the initial week ended up being persistently absent, missing at least… Continue reading First week 'critical' to avoid children missing school later, parents told
'I've seen more sheriffs than Robin Hood' – showman fights eviction from family home
The Stringfellow family is currently embroiled in a tense battle with the council over their impending eviction. Jimmy Stringfellow, a seventy-six-year-old former showman, has been residing in a self-built chalet near Glasgow’s River Clyde for over 40 years. Despite facing numerous threats of eviction from the local authorities, Jimmy has remained steadfast in his resolve… Continue reading 'I've seen more sheriffs than Robin Hood' – showman fights eviction from family home
Driving tests: 'Learner driver abuse left me shaking – but I'm not giving up on lessons'
A new trend among learner drivers is using dashcam footage to combat road rage incidents. For Teddy, a 22-year-old learner driver, being tailgated during a lesson caused extreme anxiety and shook her confidence. Despite the ordeal, Teddy chose to continue with her lessons, showing resilience in the face of intimidation from other road users. In… Continue reading Driving tests: 'Learner driver abuse left me shaking – but I'm not giving up on lessons'