Category: UK News

King Charles and Queen Camilla have bid farewell to Italy following a four-day state visit characterized by a warm reception. Their final day in the country was marked by an exploration of the local cuisine, including the preparation of pasta at a festival in Ravenna. In a show of appreciation, crowds lined the streets of… Continue reading King and Queen leave Italy after state visit

Music Correspondent Mark Savage reported about the recent announcement from indie icons Pulp about their upcoming album, More, along with the release of their first single in almost 24 years titled Spike Island. Frontman Jarvis Cocker mentioned during an interview on BBC 6 Music that the band’s decision to return to the studio was sparked… Continue reading Pulp reveal their first new album in 24 years, and a single called Spike Island

Scotland basks in hottest day yet, but showers on the horizon As the temperature soared to 22.7C at Aboyne in Aberdeenshire, Scotland is enjoying its warmest day of the year so far. This new high surpasses the previous 20.9C record set in Tyndrum on 8 April. Despite the sunny conditions, wildfire warnings have been issued… Continue reading Scotland experiencing hottest day of the year so far

BBC journalists have uncovered information suggesting that a deal between striking bin workers and Birmingham City Council was prevented from being reached due to the involvement of the Unite union’s national leadership team. The buildup of thousands of tonnes of rubbish on Birmingham’s streets over a span of four weeks has left local members dissatisfied… Continue reading Unite union bosses held up Birmingham bin strike deal, BBC told

One of the directors of Greenpeace UK was taken into custody following a demonstration where water was colored red outside the US embassy in London, Greenpeace revealed. Will McCallum, serving as a co-executive director of Greenpeace UK, was one of six individuals arrested by authorities after they protested against the US’s arms sales to Israel.… Continue reading Greenpeace UK boss arrested over US embassy dye protest

Evie Lake reported on a recent incident involving a man and a woman who were arrested after a police pursuit on the A1 resulted in a crash that injured seven officers. The individuals have since been released on bail. The crash, which involved five police vehicles and a BMW car, occurred near Denton Burn, Newcastle… Continue reading Newcastle A1 police crash: Arrested pair released from custody

Courtney Smith, a woman who was a victim of trafficking, sexual assault, and forced prostitution, has bravely come forward to share her harrowing experience. She revealed that the abuse she endured at the hands of 71-year-old Oliver James MacCormack has left a lasting impact on her life. MacCormack, currently serving a seven-year sentence with half… Continue reading Oliver James MacCormack jailed over human trafficking and prostitution

One of Sir Keir Starmer’s prominent ministers in the government department is implementing significant job cuts in a bid to expedite civil service reform. The Cabinet Office, spearheaded by Pat McFadden, is informing its officials today that 2,100 out of 6,500 positions will either be eliminated or relocated to other government sectors over the next… Continue reading Cabinet Office to axe a third of roles in civil service shake-up

Cardiff University’s nursing department faced closure plans, but those have now been put on hold while an “alternative plan” is being considered. The university had originally announced proposals to cut 400 staff, including scrapping the nursing department, but has since revised the figure to 286 roles. This decision comes after discussions with staff, students, unions,… Continue reading Cardiff University: Plans to shut nursing department 'on hold'

This summer in London, the original 1977 cinematic release of Star Wars will take to the big screen for the first time in decades. As part of the British Film Institute (BFI)’s Film on Film festival on 12 June, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the initial version of the iconic sci-fi blockbuster. The… Continue reading Star Wars: Original 1977 release to be screened in London by BFI