Category: UK News

Karen Gillan, the Scottish actress, has announced that she will be starring in a new version of the 80s cult classic movie Highlander alongside Henry Cavill. The former Doctor Who star, who hails from Inverness, shared on Instagram her excitement about the role, stating that her dialect coach won’t be needed. Gillan expressed her thrill… Continue reading Karen Gillan joins Henry Cavill in the cast of Highlander movie reboot

As the bank holiday weekend approaches, millions of travelers in the UK are bracing for potential disruptions across various modes of transportation. The looming strike by the RMT union on CrossCountry routes from Aberdeen to Cornwall over pay, safety, and staffing is expected to cause significant rail disruptions. Additionally, the RAC has cautioned about busy… Continue reading Travellers warned of bank holiday disruption

A fatal stabbing incident in west Belfast on Thursday evening claimed the life of a man in his 30s. The tragic event occurred in the Mulberry Park area of Twinbrook around 20:15 BST. Following the incident, another man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently under police custody. The Police… Continue reading West Belfast: Murder investigation after stabbing incident

An examination of a Neolithic cow’s tooth unearthed at Stonehenge suggests that the animal likely hailed from Wales, supporting the notion that cattle played a role in transporting the massive stones. Scientists from the British Geological Society, Cardiff University, and University College London dissected the tooth, which was discovered alongside the ancient landmark’s south entrance… Continue reading Stonehenge cow's tooth provides fresh clue on monument's origins

Scottish Conservative MSP Jeremy Balfour has announced his resignation from the party, citing concerns about its shift towards “reactionary politics” under the leadership of Russell Findlay. Balfour, who served as the Tory spokesperson on social justice, expressed his intention to sit as an independent until the upcoming Holyrood election in May. In his resignation letter,… Continue reading MSP Jeremy Balfour resigns from Conservatives

Leila Nathoo, a political correspondent, alongside political reporter Becky Morton, have reported on the government’s forthcoming plans to crack down on individuals who continue to claim child benefit after departing the UK. With an estimated £350m in savings projected over the next five years, claimants residing outside the UK for more than eight weeks will… Continue reading Crackdown planned on people wrongly claiming child benefit abroad

Residents of a homeless hostel in Belfast are voicing their concerns over a bed bug infestation that is affecting their health. Centenary House, managed by the Salvation Army, has been reported to have a bed bug problem since June. John, a resident, expressed disappointment in how the hostel staff handled the situation, stating that the… Continue reading Bed bugs: Salvation Army hostel residents say they are being made ill

Kelly Will and Marina Polito, along with other families who lost loved ones in the Shoreham Airshow crash, have shared their experiences in dealing with the tragedy that occurred 10 years ago. Kelly Will, who lost her 23-year-old brother Daniele Polito in the disaster, recalled the heartbreaking moment when her mother called her with the… Continue reading Shoreham air crash: 'Mum's wail is something I'll never unhear'

Tube workers in London are set to go on strike starting on Friday, September 5, for a period of seven days, according to the RMT union. The union cited issues related to pay, fatigue management, extreme shift patterns, and a reduction in working hours as the main reasons for the strike. RMT General Secretary Eddie… Continue reading Tube strike: London Underground staff to walkout over pay

The latest data in the housing market shows a positive trend – the average rate on a five-year fixed mortgage has dropped below 5% for the first time since May 2023. According to financial information service Moneyfacts, the average five-year fixed rate reached 4.99% on Thursday, down from 5% a day earlier. While the financial… Continue reading Average five-year mortgage drops below 5% to lowest level in two years