Category: UK News

Quentin Willson, the former popular presenter of Top Gear, has passed away at the age of 68 after a brief illness. Wilson co-hosted the BBC motoring show from 1991 to 2001 alongside Jeremy Clarkson before moving on to host Fifth Gear on Channel 5. Following his television career, he became involved in campaigning, particularly as… Continue reading Quentin Willson: Former Top Gear and Fifth Gear presenter dies aged 68

Jamie Mitchell, a 24-year-old from the Portrush area, tragically lost his life after being struck by a car in Coleraine. The incident occurred on the Dunhill Road in County Londonderry at approximately 01:20 GMT on Saturday. Despite the efforts of police officers and emergency services at the scene, Mr. Mitchell succumbed to his injuries. The… Continue reading Coleraine: Pedestrian killed after being hit by car named

A demonstration against the proposed housing of asylum seekers at a military facility in East Sussex drew hundreds of participants. The government’s recent announcement of plans to accommodate 600 individuals at a training camp near Crowborough sparked concern among locals. Resident Keith Brown expressed apprehension, stating that introducing a large number of undocumented young men… Continue reading Protest held over Crowborough asylum seeker military site plan

Eni Aluko expressed her relief at the verdict that found former England player Joey Barton guilty of sending “grossly offensive” social media posts directed at her and other broadcasters. Barton had compared Aluko and commentator Lucy Ward to notorious serial killers Fred and Rose West, alongside calling Jeremy Vine a “bike nonce” in early 2024.… Continue reading Eni Aluko says 'justice is served' after Joey Barton's conviction

Two prisoners who were mistakenly freed the previous year are still on the run, according to reports from the BBC. Additionally, two others who were released in error in June 2025 are also currently missing. The details surrounding the four individuals who were erroneously released are coming to light as government officials face increasing scrutiny… Continue reading Two prisoners still at large after being freed by mistake in 2024

A tragic incident unfolded in Leeds when a collision between two BMW cars resulted in the death of a 78-year-old woman. The crash occurred on Aberford Road in Woodlesford around 3:50 PM GMT on Friday. Authorities suspect that the deceased woman may have suffered a “medical episode” while behind the wheel, leading to the fatal… Continue reading Woman, 78, dies in BMW crash in Woodlesford near Leeds

rns? Regulation is one possible solution. In response to the ongoing lawsuits and reports of harm, the UK government has announced plans to introduce the Online Safety Bill, which includes measures to make social media companies protect children from potentially harmful content. In addition, tech companies themselves must take responsibility for the content on their… Continue reading Mothers say AI chatbots encouraged their sons to kill themselves

In Birmingham city centre, a woman is currently in critical condition after being stabbed in the neck during what authorities are calling an unprovoked attack. The incident occurred on Smallbrook Queensway, located just outside the Bullring shopping centre and across from the main entrance to New Street railway station around 9:00 PM GMT on Friday.… Continue reading Birmingham stabbing: Woman critical after 'unprovoked attack'

In East Kilbride, a woman was targeted in a harmful substance attack on Pine Crescent, according to police reports. The incident, occurring at approximately 10:55 on Friday, prompted emergency services to respond to the scene. Despite being hit with the substance, the 30-year-old woman did not sustain serious injuries and did not require hospitalization. Police… Continue reading Woman hit by harmful substance in East Kilbride housing estate

The conclusion of a significant UK trial involving a controversial feed additive intended to decrease methane emissions produced by dairy cows has recently occurred. Arla Foods, which owns the largest dairy co-operative in the UK, is currently assessing the outcomes of tests conducted on 30 farms before deciding on the future use of the product.… Continue reading Bovaer: Methane-cutting cow feed trials on Arla dairy farms end