Category: UK News

At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, critical decisions were made without proper oversight, as revealed by Briege Donaghy, the chief executive of Northern Ireland’s Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA). Ms. Donaghy expressed that the regular governance processes of the watchdog were lacking during this time, leading to significant decisions being made without effective… Continue reading UK Covid-19 Inquiry: NI health watchdog governance was 'missing'

In Cardiff Crown Court, two teenage boys faced charges for the murder of 38-year-old Kamran Aman after a police intervention in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, on June 30th. The youths, aged 16 and 17, hailing from Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan, cannot be identified due to their underage status. This was their initial appearance in… Continue reading Teenagers in court charged with murder of father-of-one in Barry

In Dundee, a tragedy unfolded over the weekend when a scientist, Dr Fortune Gomo, was fatally injured on a street, leaving her family in a state of shock. Dr Gomo, originally from Mutare in Zimbabwe, had recently graduated with a PhD from the University of Dundee and had just embarked on a new role at… Continue reading Family 'in shock' after scientist Fortune Gomo killed in Dundee

card-headline”>Otter spotted in London garden for first time in 25 years Footage of the “beautiful and playful” otter was captured on a camera set up in East London. 18 Apr 2025 London Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More

Health Reporter, Catherine Snowdon, shared that singer Jessie J has received positive news following tests after undergoing surgery to remove one of her breasts due to an early cancer diagnosis. Jessie J expressed her relief in a social media post, shedding “happy tears” at the news. This development comes after she disclosed her diagnosis in… Continue reading Jessie J reveals cancer operation success

Author Raynor Winn is facing accusations of fabricating or providing misleading information in her bestselling book, The Salt Path. The book, released in 2018 and recently adapted into a film, narrates the journey of a couple who embarks on a 630-mile trek along the South West Coast Path after losing their home due to repossession.… Continue reading The Salt Path author defends herself against claims she misled readers

A former paramedic has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for secretly giving a pregnant woman an abortion drug to terminate their child. Stephen Doohan, a clinical team leader with the Scottish Ambulance Service, admitted to the assault, sexual assault, and causing the abortion at the High Court in Glasgow. The… Continue reading Paramedic who secretly gave woman abortion drug is jailed

Seven individuals have asserted their innocence in connection to the tragic death of a woman who was fatally shot at a block of apartments in south Wales. Joanne Penney was discovered severely injured at Green Park in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, on 9th March, and tragically passed away at the scene. The incident led… Continue reading Talbot Green Joanne Penney shooting accused appear in court

As George Psaradakis drove his bus along his route in central London on a summer morning, he was filled with happiness, reflecting on the city’s successful bid to host the 2012 Olympics. The atmosphere on the number 30 service was one of optimism, with passengers engaged in conversations about the exciting news. However, in a… Continue reading 7 July bombings: Olympics joy turned into a barbaric loss of life

A group of musicians stepped in to entertain Eurostar passengers stuck on a train that had broken down for over eight hours. The unexpected gig took place on the 07:52 BST Brussels to London train when it came to a standstill outside Guînes, France. Despite the lack of power, toilets, or air conditioning on the… Continue reading Stornoway play for passengers after Eurostar breaks down