Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out – voters reflect on a year in power

In the midst of a turbulent week for Labour, as government officials struggled to manage their backbenchers, a senior government figure emphasized the crucial relationship with the voters. The public perception of Labour’s time in power has been tainted, leading to a recent gathering of Labour’s 2024 voters to explore the reasons behind this dissatisfaction.… Continue reading Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out – voters reflect on a year in power

Summer jobs: How to get one when you have zero work experience

Struggling to secure a summer job? Grace Pickett and Oliver Holton can relate, as they too are finding it challenging to land a position. Grace, an 18-year-old from Corby, has been on the hunt for part-time work for two years to no avail. Despite volunteering at a charity shop for six months, she has faced… Continue reading Summer jobs: How to get one when you have zero work experience

Lifetime ISAs: Why they divide opinion

The concept of Lifetime ISAs has sparked a debate on whether they are excellent or awful, dividing opinions among savers. Liam Roberts, a young homeowner, praised the benefits of the Lifetime ISA, highlighting how the government contributed £4,000 towards his first home purchase. The flexibility of the ISA allows individuals under 40 to save for… Continue reading Lifetime ISAs: Why they divide opinion

Newspaper headlines: 'You'll never walk alone' and 'swept away'

The funeral of footballers Diogo Jota and André Silva is featured prominently on the front pages of Sunday’s newspapers. The Sunday Telegraph leads with a striking image of Virgil van Dijk and Andrew Robertson, Liverpool teammates of Jota, leading mourners in Portugal. The tragic car crash that claimed the lives of Jota, 28, and Silva,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'You'll never walk alone' and 'swept away'

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath go out on a high at farewell gig

Ian Youngs, a culture reporter, brings to light the electrifying final performance of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath in front of a crowd of 40,000 fans, marking the end of an era in rock music. Supported by a star-studded line-up of iconic rock legends who credit Black Sabbath as influencers in the heavy metal scene,… Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath go out on a high at farewell gig

Sport agent Jonathan Barnett accused of rape in US lawsuit

High-profile British sports agent Jonathan Barnett is facing serious accusations in a civil lawsuit filed in a US district court in Los Angeles. The woman, identified as “Jane Doe”, alleges that Barnett trafficked her from Australia to the UK in 2017 and subjected her to horrific abuse over a six-year period. She claims that Barnett… Continue reading Sport agent Jonathan Barnett accused of rape in US lawsuit

Corbyn's new party – is it happening and could it damage Labour?

Political figures Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn have decided to part ways with the Labour Party in order to create a new political alternative. While Corbyn praised Sultana for her decision, he emphasized that the formation of a new party is still in the works and discussions are ongoing. The exact name of the new… Continue reading Corbyn's new party – is it happening and could it damage Labour?

Tyler Webb: Man who encouraged woman to kill herself sentenced

In a groundbreaking legal case, a man named Tyler Webb, 23, was sentenced at Leicester Crown Court for repeatedly and persistently urging a vulnerable woman he met online to take her own life. The victim, whose identity remains protected, was asked by Webb to harm herself for his own sexual pleasure after their initial contact… Continue reading Tyler Webb: Man who encouraged woman to kill herself sentenced

Double funeral for Lyons crime clan pair shot dead in Spanish bar

A joint funeral was held for two prominent crime figures who were shot dead in a Spanish bar more than a month ago. Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan were both victims of a fatal shooting in a beachfront bar in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol, on May 31. Both men were watching the Champions League… Continue reading Double funeral for Lyons crime clan pair shot dead in Spanish bar

Palestine Action to be banned after judge denies temporary block

Palestine Action is set to be banned starting at midnight, following a judge’s decision to deny its request to block the government from labeling it as a terrorist organization. The High Court judge on Friday rejected the group’s plea for more time to challenge the government’s designation. Consequently, anyone found supporting Palestine Action will face… Continue reading Palestine Action to be banned after judge denies temporary block