Cost of living: Home heating oil and fuel prices drop to four year low

According to the Consumer Council NI’s (CCNI) weekly price checker, the price of home heating oil and fuel in Northern Ireland is currently at its lowest level since 2021. The average price for 500 liters of home heating oil is £258.78, petrol costs 128.7p per liter, and diesel is priced at 133.4p per liter. This… Continue reading Cost of living: Home heating oil and fuel prices drop to four year low

Attenborough Ocean film 'greatest message he's ever told'

Renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough, who is approaching his 99th birthday, is unveiling what he considers a pivotal film in his long and illustrious career. Titled Ocean, this cinema-length production aims to serve as a vital tool in the preservation of biodiversity and the fight against climate change. Sir David asserts that the ocean, not… Continue reading Attenborough Ocean film 'greatest message he's ever told'

Wild beaver filmed on River Dyfi in 'hugely significant' moment

A wild beaver was recently spotted on the banks of the River Dyfi in Wales, marking a significant event as these animals had been extinct in Britain for about 400 years. Over the past two decades, beavers have been slowly making a comeback, with sightings becoming more common. Naturalist Iolo Williams, who filmed the wild… Continue reading Wild beaver filmed on River Dyfi in 'hugely significant' moment

British Superbike Championship: Two riders die in British Supersport Championship race

Tragedy struck at Oulton Park during the British Supersport Championship race as two riders lost their lives in a devastating 11-bike crash. The fatal incident occurred on the first lap of the race, resulting in the deaths of 21-year-old Owen Jenner from England and 29-year-old Shane Richardson from New Zealand. The series director, Stuart Higgs,… Continue reading British Superbike Championship: Two riders die in British Supersport Championship race

First minister Eluned Morgan to 'call out' UK Labour welfare cuts

The upcoming Senedd election in Wales is set to be a significant battleground, with First Minister Eluned Morgan leading the charge to secure the future of the country. In her address, she will address the importance of the election and acknowledge the tight competition that exists, especially with the emergence of Reform as a new… Continue reading First minister Eluned Morgan to 'call out' UK Labour welfare cuts

World Snooker Championship 2025: Zhao Xintong claims historic victory over Mark Williams in Crucible final

Zhao Xintong secured his place in history by clinching the World Championship title, marking the first time a player from China has achieved this feat. He emerged victorious with an 18-12 win over Mark Williams in a thrilling match held in Sheffield. The 28-year-old widened his lead from 11-6 to 17-8 during the concluding session… Continue reading World Snooker Championship 2025: Zhao Xintong claims historic victory over Mark Williams in Crucible final

Murder arrest after man's death on Southampton cruise ship

Following a reported altercation on the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship at 20:30 BST on Saturday, a 57-year-old man has been apprehended on charges of murder in connection with the demise of a 60-year-old man in British waters. Prior to the unfortunate incident, the vessel had departed from Southampton at 18:00 that same evening for a… Continue reading Murder arrest after man's death on Southampton cruise ship

Has the SNP delivered on its manifesto promises from 2021?

ool breakfasts and lunches to all primary pupils has been met, with the SNP now saying they want to extend it to all primary school pupils. What next? It is clear that the SNP has attempted to deliver on its manifesto commitments, but circumstances – both internal and external – have forced many changes along… Continue reading Has the SNP delivered on its manifesto promises from 2021?

French minister apologises to Liverpool fans over Champions League chaos

France’s former interior minister has issued an apology for the incidents that occurred at the Stade de France in 2022 involving Liverpool football supporters. Gérald Darmanin acknowledged that the security arrangements for the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid were flawed. He admitted that his initial remarks blaming English fans were a mistake… Continue reading French minister apologises to Liverpool fans over Champions League chaos

Police given more time to question Iranian men over alleged terror plot

A group of individuals are currently under interrogation by law enforcement regarding an alleged terrorist scheme in the United Kingdom. The suspects, all of whom are Iranian nationals, have been apprehended over suspicions of plotting an attack on a specific location, as confirmed by the Metropolitan Police. One of the five Iranian men taken into… Continue reading Police given more time to question Iranian men over alleged terror plot