Category: UK News

The advocate for the family of the late Harry Dunn, a teenager who tragically lost his life in a crash, has spoken out against the actions of a former chief constable. According to an investigative review, Nick Adderley, who was subsequently dismissed for falsifying information about his professional background, inaccurately discussed the diplomatic immunity status… Continue reading Former Northamptonshire police chief 'nearly derailed case'

At the premiere of his first lead acting role in the film “Big Man,” Stormzy reflected on the challenges he faced in separating himself from the character he portrayed. Playing a rapper named Tenzman in the movie produced by his company #MerkyFilm, Stormzy admitted that it was tough to distinguish between his real self as… Continue reading Stormzy: Big Man role was tough to separate from real me

Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s reimagination of the zombie virus outbreak in “28 Years Later” brings an eerie sense of reality to audiences, mirroring the current climate of uncertainty and transformation. The film’s return to a virus-filled world resonates with a society that has adapted to living within the constraints of a vulnerable reality post-Covid.… Continue reading 28 Years Later: Danny Boyle and Jodie Comer on Covid, horror and the real-world rage virus

In January 2024, Zhenhao Zou, a PhD student, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 24 years for raping and drugging women in both London and China. The Chinese national committed these heinous acts between September 2019 and May 2023, targeting a total of 10 women. Shockingly, Zou had a trophy… Continue reading Drug-rape PhD student Zhenhao Zou jailed for minimum of 24 years

A court in England saw the presence of a man accused of the shooting of two Scots in Spain. Michael Riley, 44, is wanted by Spanish police for the murders of Ross Monaghan, 43, and Eddie Lyons Jnr, 46, at Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola on May 31st. Riley appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London… Continue reading Man in court after shootings of Scots in Spanish bar

The recent financial collapse at Dundee University has led to the resignation of the principal, Prof Shane O’Neill, as well as two senior members of the governing body. An independent report highlighted multiple instances where university leadership failed to recognize the worsening crisis and continued overspending instead of taking corrective action. The report deemed the… Continue reading Dundee University bosses quit after damning report into financial collapse

The Welsh government has taken a significant step in reducing environmental harm by voting to ban plastic wet wipes. The decision, made during a plenary session with all 60 members present, will make it illegal to supply wet wipes containing plastic to customers starting from December 2026. However, there are exemptions for medical-grade wipes and… Continue reading Plastic wet wipes to be banned in Wales from 2026

The guidelines issued by the UK government have paved the way for a fresh evaluation of oil and gas projects, particularly in Scotland. The focus is on fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, where operators must now conduct updated environmental impact assessments that account for emissions from burning oil and gas. This signals a shift in… Continue reading New guidance published for North Sea oil and gas projects

Temperatures are expected to soar above 30C in England, triggering amber heat health alerts as a heatwave approaches the country. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has warned of significant impacts on health and social care services, with increased demand expected during this period. Parts of east Wales and regions in the Midlands, East, and… Continue reading UK weather: 30C heatwave approaches as amber health alerts in place

Rachel Russell reported for BBC News in Yorkshire on the tragic death of Yvonne Ford, a 59-year-old woman from Barnsley who passed away from rabies. Ford had contracted the disease while on holiday in Morocco in February after being scratched by a puppy. Her daughter, Robyn Thomson, described her mother’s symptoms starting with a headache,… Continue reading Top medic urges caution after Barnsley woman's rabies death