Earlier this year, Fiona Johnson made a major life change by relocating her family from a small village in Bedfordshire to the southwest coast of Scotland, some 350 miles away. Starting anew on a modest farm near Creetown, she initially had no livestock, only her dogs and children with her. However, within four months of… Continue reading 'I feel guilty' – Creetown farmer whose lamb had first case of bluetongue in Scotland
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Doctor says inadequate abortion cares sees women from Wales travel to London
A senior obstetrician has raised concerns that some women in Wales may face the distressing prospect of continuing unwanted pregnancies due to insufficient access to surgical abortion services. Dr. Ed Dorman, who regularly treats Welsh women at a British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) clinic in London, highlighted the “unknown number” of women who are left… Continue reading Doctor says inadequate abortion cares sees women from Wales travel to London
Amy Hunt: British sprint star enters stardom with quadruple gold at European Athletics Championships
Amy Hunt’s journey to sprint stardom has been marked by remarkable milestones and a steadfast determination to overcome challenges. At just 17 years old, Hunt competed in a meet in Germany as part of a junior relay team but also entered the 200m race. It was there she unexpectedly set a new under-18 women’s world… Continue reading Amy Hunt: British sprint star enters stardom with quadruple gold at European Athletics Championships
Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as supporters attend vigil
The family of Jason Arday expressed that they are “still coming to terms” with his passing during a vigil held in Trafalgar Square. Arday had become Cambridge University’s youngest black professor when appointed in 2023 but had recently been under intense media scrutiny concerning allegations of plagiarism, which he denied. His family’s statement, delivered by… Continue reading Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as supporters attend vigil
Stag put down after attacking man in Richmond Park
On Saturday, a man in his 60s sustained chest injuries after being attacked by a stag in Richmond Park. According to Royal Parks, the deer had approached the man’s picnic group in search of food, an incident that ultimately led to the animal being euthanized. Emergency responders arrived at the scene in the south-west London… Continue reading Stag put down after attacking man in Richmond Park
Labour MP suspended as party launches investigation into Covid loans
A Labour MP has been suspended from the party following a newspaper report that questioned whether he attempted to avoid repaying a government-issued Covid loan. Bayo Alaba, who represents Southend East and Rochford, voluntarily referred himself to the Labour Party, prompting an internal investigation. As a result of this process, he has had the party… Continue reading Labour MP suspended as party launches investigation into Covid loans
Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas specials cancelled after star breaks jaw
Brendan O’Carroll, the creator and leading actor of the popular television sitcom Mrs Brown’s Boys, has revealed that the upcoming Christmas and New Year specials scheduled for 2026 will not be filmed. The reason for this decision is that he requires surgery due to a broken jaw. In a message shared on Instagram, the 70-year-old… Continue reading Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas specials cancelled after star breaks jaw
Does Reform's plan to cut £50bn in welfare spending add up?
A significant portion of the savings proposed by Reform in its planned spending cuts would come from removing benefit eligibility for foreign nationals. According to the group, excluding non-citizens from receiving benefits such as Universal Credit (UC) could contribute approximately £20 billion towards their overall £50 billion savings goal. Currently, over one million Universal Credit… Continue reading Does Reform's plan to cut £50bn in welfare spending add up?
'Britain's most bashed' bridge in Hinckley hit twice in two days
A lorry collided with a railway bridge on Watling Street in Hinckley at 13:48 earlier today, according to a spokesperson from Network Rail. Following the impact, the bridge was inspected promptly—within half an hour—with no damage detected. This swift check allowed train services to continue running safely without significant interruption. The collision caused a brief… Continue reading 'Britain's most bashed' bridge in Hinckley hit twice in two days
Princess Eugenie announces name of baby daughter
Princess Eugenie has revealed the name of her newborn daughter as Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank. Through an announcement on Instagram, she explained that the name honors “three people we love and admire past and present,” including Queen Elizabeth II, and reflects connections to both English and Portuguese heritage—two countries the family cherishes and considers home.… Continue reading Princess Eugenie announces name of baby daughter