Education Minister Paul Givan will be facing a no-confidence vote at Stormont due to his recent visit to Israel. The motion was proposed by Gerry Carroll from People Before Profit and is supported by Sinn Féin, Alliance, and the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP). However, the motion is likely to fail as it needs… Continue reading Paul Givan faces no confidence vote over Israel visit
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Tim Davie: A 20-year BBC career that finally ran out of road
Tim Davie has resigned from his position as the head of the BBC, marking the end of his two-decade-long career at the corporation. He announced his resignation on Sunday, citing the acknowledgment of “mistakes” following the controversy surrounding a Panorama documentary that allegedly distorted a speech by US President Donald Trump. Davie, 58, assumed the… Continue reading Tim Davie: A 20-year BBC career that finally ran out of road
Robby's Indian Dining in Kingswinford bans tracksuits on Fridays
Robby’s Indian Dining, a curry house located in Townsend Place, Kingswinford, has recently implemented a new dress code banning customers from wearing hoodies, tracksuits, and even balaclavas on Fridays and Saturdays. The owner, Mohammed Siddique, 35, introduced this rule after observing groups of diners showing up in casual attire that he believed could potentially deter… Continue reading Robby's Indian Dining in Kingswinford bans tracksuits on Fridays
Tutor sought for £180k job to teach baby to become a 'gentleman'
In the affluent neighborhoods of north London, a unique job opportunity has caught the attention of many. An anonymous family is seeking an extraordinary and experienced tutor to guide their one-year-old child in the ways of an English gentleman. This unconventional request has sparked curiosity and controversy in equal measure. The family behind the advert,… Continue reading Tutor sought for £180k job to teach baby to become a 'gentleman'
Katie Razzall: A seismic moment that shows rift at top of BBC
In an unprecedented move, both the director general and the CEO of BBC News have simultaneously resigned, marking a seismic moment in the history of the BBC. Concerns about the intense pressure of their roles may have contributed to Tim Davie’s decision to step down. Ongoing controversies, such as the Gaza documentaries and the Bob… Continue reading Katie Razzall: A seismic moment that shows rift at top of BBC
Harshita Brella: Family ask why killer has not been caught 12 months on
The tragic murder of Harshita Brella, a young woman from India, still haunts her family a year after the crime took place in the United Kingdom. The sense of disbelief lingers in her family home in Delhi as her mother, Sudesh Kumari, tearfully questions why her daughter’s killer has not been apprehended yet. Harshita’s lifeless… Continue reading Harshita Brella: Family ask why killer has not been caught 12 months on
Sex schedules and other people: How I keep my relationship alive
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, maintaining a strong connection with your partner can sometimes take a backseat. Writer Nell Frizzell understands this struggle all too well. After 10 years with her partner and two young children, she finds herself with limited time and energy to devote to her husband amidst the chaos… Continue reading Sex schedules and other people: How I keep my relationship alive
Homelessness figures higher than data suggests, research shows
A recent study conducted by Crisis, a charity organization, reveals that the actual number of homeless individuals and families in England exceeds the figures provided by the government. The research indicates that approximately 189,000 families and individuals experiencing severe forms of homelessness, such as rough sleeping, sofa surfing, and living in tents, were not accounted… Continue reading Homelessness figures higher than data suggests, research shows
Newspaper headlines: 'BBC bosses quit in disgrace' and 'Tears of the crown'
The recent resignations of BBC director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness have sent shockwaves throughout the British media landscape. The front page headlines of major newspapers all focus on this significant development, with the Daily Mail emphasizing the “BBC bosses quit in disgrace.” The trigger for their resignations was a Panorama… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'BBC bosses quit in disgrace' and 'Tears of the crown'
Hospital failings continued after Alice Figueiredo death, leaked documents show
Leaked documents seen by the BBC reveal a disturbing pattern of self-harm attempts at Goodmayes Hospital, just months after the tragic death of 22-year-old patient Alice Figueiredo. Alice had made repeated attempts to harm herself using plastic or bin bags taken from the same shared toilet, ultimately leading to her death in July 2015. Shockingly,… Continue reading Hospital failings continued after Alice Figueiredo death, leaked documents show