Weather health alerts have been issued for all of England, starting from 12:00 BST on Monday until 18:00 on Wednesday, with both amber and yellow alerts in place. The amber alerts are specific to London, the South East, East of England, East Midlands, and West Midlands, while the yellow alerts cover Yorkshire and the Humber,… Continue reading How do heat health alerts work and what do the different levels mean?
Category: UK News
Arthur's Seat fire: Human activity likely cause, says fire service
In the heart of Edinburgh, a significant fire broke out on Arthur’s Seat, leading to suspicions of human involvement, according to a Scottish Fire and Rescue service group commander. Neil MacLennan stated that while the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, the possibility of it being a deliberate act cannot be dismissed. The blaze,… Continue reading Arthur's Seat fire: Human activity likely cause, says fire service
M&S Click & Collect returns 15 weeks after cyber attack
Technology reporter, Charlotte Edwards, shared that Marks & Spencer has reinstated its click and collect service after a hiatus of 15 weeks due to a damaging cyber attack. The retailer had ceased taking orders on its website and app for clothing and home deliveries, as well as pausing its in-store collection service on 25 April.… Continue reading M&S Click & Collect returns 15 weeks after cyber attack
Over-70s face driving ban for failing eye tests
Joe Pike, a politics investigations correspondent, reported a potential overhaul of driving laws in England and Wales that could see motorists over 70 facing a ban from the roads if they fail compulsory eye tests. Other proposed changes include aligning the drink-driving limit with Scotland’s laws and introducing penalty points for passengers not wearing seatbelts.… Continue reading Over-70s face driving ban for failing eye tests
Downpatrick murder inquiry may be linked to 'brutal' attack on priest
Fr John Murray, a priest in Downpatrick, was targeted in a brutal attack before his final Mass on Sunday. A 30-year-old man is currently being detained on suspicion of murder in connection with a death in Marian Park. This incident may be linked to the assault on Fr Murray in St Patrick’s Church. The assault… Continue reading Downpatrick murder inquiry may be linked to 'brutal' attack on priest
British woman pleads guilty to killing man while drunk on e-scooter
A 25-year-old British backpacker, Alicia Kemp, has admitted to causing the death of a man in Australia by colliding with him while riding an e-scooter with a blood alcohol level that exceeded the legal limit by more than three times. The tragic incident took place in Perth’s city center, where Kemp, alongside a friend, had… Continue reading British woman pleads guilty to killing man while drunk on e-scooter
Special legal protection announced for Orkney shipwreck sites
BBC Scotland’s environment correspondent Kevin Keane reported that legal protection has been introduced to safeguard the remaining World War One warships in Scapa Bay off Orkney. In 1919, the 52-strong German High Seas fleet was intentionally sunk by its crews when Admiral Ludwig von Reuter, the commander, mistakenly believed that peace negotiations had collapsed. Over… Continue reading Special legal protection announced for Orkney shipwreck sites
Do wellness drinks really do what they say?
Are the beverages that promise to bring calm and relaxation actually delivering on their claims? Many individuals, like Lucy and Serena, vouch for the effectiveness of these drinks in helping them manage their daily stressors. While these beverages may not eliminate all worries and anxieties, they can provide a much-needed boost during overwhelming moments. However,… Continue reading Do wellness drinks really do what they say?
Man's anger over number plate mix-up parking penalty
Dan Martin & Ben Carr reported from Leicester for BBC News about a man who was mistakenly issued a parking charge after his vehicle was confused with another car that had a nearly identical license plate. Richard Lynn shared his experience of paying £1.70 to park for around 30 minutes in Rushton’s Yard car park… Continue reading Man's anger over number plate mix-up parking penalty
Mum says severe pregnancy sickness leading to abortions in women
Sarah Spooner, a mother from Monmouthshire, was forced to terminate her pregnancy due to severe pregnancy sickness, also known as Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). She urged for better care for women facing similar challenges, recounting her struggle to access Xonvea, an anti-sickness medication widely available in England but not routinely offered in Wales. According to the… Continue reading Mum says severe pregnancy sickness leading to abortions in women