During World War One, piper Daniel Laidlaw showcased incredible courage and bravery in the face of danger. With only a set of bagpipes, this Scotsman led his regiment through chaos and panic when they were trapped at the Battle of Loos in France. His quick thinking and musical prowess inspired the troops of the Kings… Continue reading Calls for WW1 piper, who won the Victoria Cross, to be honoured with a statue
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'Massive whodunnit' after pub quiz team banned for cheating
A local pub quizmaster in Urmston, Greater Manchester has stirred up quite the controversy after exposing a team for cheating during a quiz night. Mark Rackham, the owner of the Barking Dog pub, took to social media to share the news of catching the team “cheating red-handed” by using smartwatches to get answers during the… Continue reading 'Massive whodunnit' after pub quiz team banned for cheating
Nearly all NHS hospitals are missing cancer targets – is yours one of them?
A recent analysis conducted by the BBC has revealed that nearly all NHS trusts in England are failing to meet the crucial waiting time target for cancer care. Shockingly, only three out of the 121 trusts in England are able to provide treatment to cancer patients within the recommended 62 days. Experts have raised concerns… Continue reading Nearly all NHS hospitals are missing cancer targets – is yours one of them?
UK unemployment rate rises to 5% as jobs market weakens
In the latest quarterly report released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), it has been revealed that the United Kingdom’s unemployment rate has climbed to 5% for the three months leading up to September. This spike suggests a weakening in the job market as compared to previous periods, marking it as the highest rate… Continue reading UK unemployment rate rises to 5% as jobs market weakens
Government sets out plan to phase out animal experiments
In a groundbreaking development, the government has unveiled its strategy to progress towards phasing out animal testing, in alignment with its manifesto commitment. This initiative entails eliminating animal testing for certain key safety evaluations by the year’s end and reducing the utilization of dogs and non-human primates in trials for human medications by a minimum… Continue reading Government sets out plan to phase out animal experiments
BBC's Tim Davie to address staff after Trump threatens to sue for $1bn
Tim Davie, the outgoing director general of the BBC, is set to address staff following a threat from Donald Trump to sue the corporation for $1 billion over a Panorama programme. The controversy arose after it was revealed that the programme had edited together two parts of Trump’s speech on January 6, 2021, giving the… Continue reading BBC's Tim Davie to address staff after Trump threatens to sue for $1bn
Stolen Cambridge University plate returned after 115 years
In a heartwarming turn of events, a decorative plate that was stolen from a dining hall at the University of Cambridge by a student over a century ago has finally found its way back home. The culprit, Gordon Stewart Wimbush, is believed to have taken the plate while studying at Gonville & Caius College back… Continue reading Stolen Cambridge University plate returned after 115 years
Hundreds arrested in high street crime crackdown
A massive crackdown led by the National Crime Agency (NCA) has resulted in over 920 arrests as targeted raids on shops including mini-marts, vape stores, barbers, and takeaways were carried out. More than 340 notices for illegal working and renting were issued, potentially resulting in hefty fines for businesses and landlords. An investigation by the… Continue reading Hundreds arrested in high street crime crackdown
Sam Fender gives £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to small music venues
Musician Sam Fender has made a generous donation of his £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to the Music Venues Trust (MVT), a charity dedicated to preserving grassroots music venues in the UK. Fender, whose third album People Watching was awarded the prestigious prize, expressed his gratitude to the venues that supported him in the early stages… Continue reading Sam Fender gives £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to small music venues
'I use buy now pay later scheme for everything – I'm £3k in debt'
Single mother Abi from Sheffield found herself in a challenging situation, accumulating debts by utilizing buy now, pay later (BNPL) services that resulted in a cycle that seemed impossible to break. Abi, like others, shared her experience of owing money after using BNPL to cover essential purchases such as groceries and school uniforms. The trend… Continue reading 'I use buy now pay later scheme for everything – I'm £3k in debt'