Category: UK News

An official inquiry has determined that the deaths of at least 30 individuals who drowned while attempting to cross the English Channel in November 2021 could have been prevented. The tragedy occurred when the dinghy they were aboard became overwhelmed and capsized during the early hours of 24 November, marking the deadliest incident involving small… Continue reading Thirty deaths in small boat crossing avoidable, inquiry finds

The Duke of Marlborough is currently facing serious accusations related to controlling and coercive behavior directed at his estranged wife, along with charges that he strangled her on three separate occasions. These allegations were detailed in a court indictment and form the basis of the ongoing legal proceedings against him. According to the indictment, the… Continue reading Duke of Marlborough faces more allegations relating to estranged wife

A court has revealed that a Civil Nuclear Constabulary officer engaged in exchanging sexual images with a girl aged 12. The officer, Aiden Love, who was 34 at the time, initiated contact with the girl through social media in March of the previous year. During their communication, he misrepresented himself as a 14-year-old boy from… Continue reading Dounreay police officer exchanged sexual images with girl, 12

In the UK, thirty-six infants have reportedly experienced suspected food poisoning linked to contaminated baby formula. This follows the recall of certain batches manufactured by Nestlé and Danone due to the presence of the toxin cereulide. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has received clinical reports indicating that some young children have developed symptoms such… Continue reading At least 36 UK infants ill after drinking contaminated baby formula

The Roper family holds vivid memories of the “big snow” event that essentially isolated Dumfries and Galloway from the rest of Scotland. In February 1996, George and Joyce Roper were expecting their third child, who was already overdue by about a week, when severe blizzard conditions arrived. Their remote home near Kirkbean on the Solway… Continue reading What happened to the baby born in an army truck in the big snow?

In the lead-up to the Six Nations clash at Stade de France, Ireland captain Caelan Doris provided a light-hearted yet telling description of the challenge posed by France’s returning captain, Antoine Dupont. Doris likened the French scrum-half to “one of those little fish you try to touch and they dart away from you,” acknowledging Dupont’s… Continue reading Six Nations 2026: Ireland out to stop 'darting fish' Antoine Dupont and favourites France

The information you provided references a controversy involving Lord Peter Mandelson, related to the release of files connected to Jeffrey Epstein. According to recent disclosures, there is a purported photo showing Lord Mandelson in his underwear that emerged from the Epstein files, which has sparked political turmoil. Mandelson has previously expressed regret over his association… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'U-turn on Mandelson files' and 'Starmer in grave peril'

Lisa McGee, the acclaimed writer behind the hit TV series *Derry Girls*, is set to release her new show, *How to Get to Heaven from Belfast*. This latest offering from McGee continues her knack for blending darker themes with humor, a style that has become her signature. Unlike typical comedy premises, the new series begins… Continue reading How to get to heaven from Belfast: 'It's a murder mystery, but funny'

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is anticipated to keep interest rates unchanged during its first meeting of the year. The key tool the committee utilizes to manage inflation—which tracks how prices rise annually—is the Bank rate, with the goal of maintaining inflation near the 2% target. This rate serves as a significant… Continue reading Bank of England expected to hold interest rates

The long-running saga surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s residency at Royal Lodge has finally reached its conclusion. After more than two decades, Andrew, who once held the titles Duke of York and prince, departed Windsor under cover of night, with removal trucks quietly transporting his belongings to Norfolk. This marked not only the end of his occupancy… Continue reading Why did Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor leave Royal Lodge in such a hurry?