Category: UK News

Five individuals, including two British campaigners, have been refused US visas following accusations from the State Department that they attempted to pressure American technology companies into restricting free speech online. Among those denied entry are Imran Ahmed, former Labour adviser and current head of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), and Clare Melford, CEO… Continue reading UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas

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Mick Abrahams, who co-founded the rock band Jethro Tull, has passed away at the age of 82. The band’s lead vocalist, Ian Anderson, expressed his sorrow over the loss, describing Abrahams as a “strong vocalist and experienced, powerful and lyrical guitarist” in a statement on the official Jethro Tull website. Born in Luton, Abrahams struggled… Continue reading Jethro Tull founding member Mick Abrahams dies aged 82

James Bord, a former professional poker player, has been identified as the preferred bidder to acquire Sheffield Wednesday, according to confirmation from BBC Sport. The club, known as the Owls, has been in administration since October, marking the end of a decade of ownership under Dejphon Chansiri. On Wednesday, the club’s administrators officially announced that… Continue reading James Bord: Ex-poker player chosen as Sheffield Wednesday preferred bidder

Mark Simpson, a community correspondent for BBC News Northern Ireland, reports on the annual Christmas Eve swim held at Helen’s Bay beach in County Down. This festive event saw about 500 participants plunging into the cold water, while another 500 spectators gathered along the shore to watch the celebration. The swim, which has become a… Continue reading In pictures: Helen's Bay Christmas Eve swim

A narrowboat named the Pacemaker was saved after it was found dangerously close to falling into a large hole that formed when part of the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch, Shropshire, collapsed. The incident happened on Monday, triggered by what authorities described as an “embankment failure.” Paul Stowe, the boat’s owner and resident along with his… Continue reading Boat stranded on edge of giant hole in Whitchurch canal pulled to safety

A 13-year-old boy identified locally as British national Alfie Hallett was tragically killed in central Portugal on Tuesday. The incident occurred in the parish of Casais in Tomar, where the boy was discovered with multiple injuries inflicted by a bladed weapon. Authorities responded to the scene amid a distressing situation involving another individual connected to… Continue reading British boy, 13, fatally stabbed in central Portugal

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced that Christmas Eve will see the highest number of air travelers at UK airports since record-keeping began in 1972. More than 335,000 passengers are expected to take to the skies across the country on Wednesday, marking a 5% increase compared to the same day in 2024. Despite this… Continue reading Busiest Christmas Eve for air travel, says aviation body

Recent data indicates a significant reduction in influenza cases across Scotland, with confirmed flu infections declining by more than one-third in the week leading up to December 21. Public Health Scotland (PHS) reported 1,297 laboratory-confirmed flu cases during this period, a substantial drop from 1,994 cases recorded the previous week. Alongside this decrease in infections,… Continue reading Flu cases in Scotland drop by more than a third

Ben Stokes has openly acknowledged that he is enduring the most challenging period of his tenure as England’s cricket captain and has urged for greater empathy towards his teammates. The England squad’s dismal performance in the Ashes series against Australia has been overshadowed by reports suggesting excessive alcohol consumption among players during their time away… Continue reading The Ashes 2025-26: Ben Stokes says this is toughest time as England captain amid drinking reports