Category: UK News

Lead weather presenter Darren Bett reported that the UK experienced its warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures exceeding 23C (73F) in the southern part of England. Otterbourne in Hampshire recorded the highest temperature of 23.7C, surpassing the temperatures in Ibiza, Rhodes, and Cyprus. Conversely, Scotland and Northern Ireland saw cooler temperatures, with… Continue reading UK weather: Friday is officially the hottest day of the year so far

A historic canal facing a severe water shortage will be receiving an emergency water supply to prevent it from running dry within days. The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, managed by the Canal and River Trust, has diverted funds meant for repairs to purchase a temporary water supply from Welsh Water. However, this solution is only… Continue reading Emergency water supply for at-risk Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Jamie Greene, a former Member of the Scottish Parliament representing the Scottish Conservatives, made a surprising move by defecting to the Scottish Liberal Democrats. This decision took effect immediately, as Greene parted ways with his previous party. In a letter addressed to leader Russell Findlay, the West of Scotland MSP criticized the Scottish Tories for… Continue reading Former Scottish Conservative MSP Jamie Greene defects to Liberal Democrats

A fatal stabbing incident in Huddersfield has led to a murder investigation, following the death of a 16-year-old boy. The tragic event took place on Ramsden Street in the town centre, where emergency services responded to the scene at approximately 14:45 BST on Thursday. The victim was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to neck… Continue reading Boy, 16, dies after being stabbed in neck in Huddersfield

British actor Russell Brand is facing serious charges related to rape, indecent assault, and sexual assault dating back to the years between 1999 and 2005. The accusations involve four different women, and the Metropolitan Police have been actively investigating the allegations against him following reports by the Sunday Times, the Times, and Channel 4’s Dispatches… Continue reading Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault

Catherine Lyst of BBC Scotland News brings us a quirky tale involving RAF pilots and a peculiar ban on Tunnock’s teacakes. The story dates back 60 years, where these chocolate-covered treats were prohibited from flights after an amusing mishap involving a cockpit marshmallow explosion. It seems these teacakes were a beloved snack among nuclear bomber… Continue reading RAF clear 'exploding' Tunnock's teacakes to fly after 60 years

The imposition of tariffs by President Donald Trump has created a ripple effect on UK businesses that heavily rely on exports to the US. With nearly £60 billion worth of goods shipped across the Atlantic last year, the UK market is a vital one for many British companies. The recent announcement of a 10% tariff… Continue reading Trump tariffs: UK exporters on the pain and opportunities

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Dr. Livia Tossici-Bolt, a 64-year-old woman, was recently found guilty of breaching a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) outside an abortion clinic in Bournemouth. She was given a two-year conditional discharge and ordered to pay a £20,000 fine following her actions on two separate days in March 2023. Tossici-Bolt, an anti-abortion campaigner, stood outside the… Continue reading Woman guilty of breaching abortion clinic protection zone

An individual who was deeply affected by severe post-natal depression in 1998, resulting in the tragic death of her newborn baby boy, has been given a compassionate sentence by a judge in Liverpool. Joanne Sharkey, a resident of Liverpool, was revealed to be the mother of the baby in July 2023 after a DNA match… Continue reading Joanne Sharkey: Suspended sentence for mum who killed baby