Category: UK News

A deadly stabbing occurred outside a prestigious five-star hotel in west London, resulting in the tragic death of a 24-year-old man. The incident took place at the Park Tower Hotel on Seville Street, Knightsbridge, just before 21:30 BST on Wednesday. Despite the efforts of paramedics and the London Air Ambulance, the victim succumbed to his… Continue reading Man stabbed to death on street outside Knightsbridge hotel

Migrants residing in the French town of Calais expressed their determination to reach the United Kingdom, despite the challenges they face. One migrant boldly stated, “We’re going to try again and again to cross to the UK, that’s why it’s a game, and we’re going to win,” showcasing their unwavering resolve. Recent discussions between Keir… Continue reading Migrants in Calais say they will stop at nothing to reach the UK

A major incident has been declared by the police in south Belfast over a bonfire scheduled to be lit on Friday as part of the annual Twelfth events in Northern Ireland. The Belfast City Council has requested police assistance in dismantling the bonfire before it is ignited to prevent any potential risks to the power… Continue reading Bonfire: Police declare site a major incident

Katy Scott of BBC Scotland News reports that Scotland is gearing up for what could be its hottest day of the year this upcoming weekend, with temperatures potentially hitting 30C. Major events are set to take place across the country, including TRNSMT in Glasgow, the Tiree Music Festival, and the Island Games returning to Orkney… Continue reading Heat health advice as temperatures set to soar in Scotland this weekend

The government has decided to abandon plans to implement zonal pricing for electricity bills based on geographical location, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced. Initially considering the possibility in April, the government has now opted to reform the existing national pricing system instead. Zonal pricing proponents argue that this change could lead to lower bills in… Continue reading Energy bills: Plan for electricity costs based on region dropped

Caroline Hawley, a BBC diplomatic correspondent, reported that the United Kingdom is facing a growing and unpredictable threat from Iran, as highlighted by Parliament’s intelligence and security committee. The committee recently released a report following a major inquiry that delved into Iranian state activities such as assassinations, kidnappings, espionage, cyber attacks, and the country’s nuclear… Continue reading UK faces rising and unpredictable threat from Iran, report warns

A car crashed into a care home in Sunderland, resulting in eight individuals being hospitalized. The incident occurred at Highcliffe Care Home in Witherwack on Wednesday evening around 21:40 BST. The North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) stated that residents were evacuated following the crash, which caused significant damage to the building, leaving a massive hole… Continue reading Sunderland care home car crash leaves eight in hospital

Tom Burgess and Jonah Fisher from BBC News reported on the trial of 19-year-old Bella Culley, a British teenager from Billingham, Teesside. Culley is currently being held in prison in Georgia on drug smuggling charges. During a brief hearing at Tbilisi City Court, Culley faced charges of possession and trafficking a large amount of marijuana… Continue reading Bella Culley drugs trial in Georgia postponed due to issues with evidence

A cyber attack on 12 Scottish schools has resulted in the theft of various data, including social work reports. West Lothian Council has acknowledged for the first time the schools affected by the ransomware attack that occurred in May. The compromised reports contained sensitive information shared by social work and other agencies, and there is… Continue reading Schools affected by West Lothian cyber attack named

Business reporter Tom Espiner reported that Royal Mail is set to change its delivery schedule for second-class letters in an effort to reduce costs, according to the industry regulator Ofcom. With a decrease in the volume of letters being sent each year leading to rising stamp prices, the move to only deliver second-class letters every… Continue reading Royal Mail given go-ahead to scrap second-class post on Saturdays