Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray dies aged 68

Beloved actor Patrick Murray, known for his role as Mickey Pearce in the iconic British comedy series Only Fools And Horses, has passed away at the age of 68. His character Mickey Pearce was a friend to Del Boy and Rodney Trotter, played by Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst, respectively, appearing in 20 episodes… Continue reading Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray dies aged 68

Apology needed for Covid errors, ex-children's commissioner says

The former children’s commissioner for England, Baroness Anne Longfield, is urging the Prime Minister to issue a formal apology to children once the Covid inquiry concludes. She highlighted the “avoidable mistakes” made by the government during the pandemic, emphasizing that adults were prioritized over children, with schools opening after pubs, shops, and theme parks. Baroness… Continue reading Apology needed for Covid errors, ex-children's commissioner says

Ely riots: People threw slate 'like frisbees', riot trial told

During a riot in Cardiff two years ago, a police officer shared the terrifying experience of people throwing slate “like they were throwing frisbees.” The violence erupted following the tragic deaths of two teenage boys in Ely, leading to eight defendants facing charges of rioting in May 2023. PC Dan Rogers from South Wales Police… Continue reading Ely riots: People threw slate 'like frisbees', riot trial told

Michelle Mone should be stripped of peerage, says Badenoch

Baroness Michelle Mone, a Glaswegian entrepreneur, is facing calls from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch to have her peerage revoked. The reason behind this is a recent court ruling that ordered Mone’s company, PPE Medro, to repay £122m to the UK government for breaching a Covid contract. Badenoch expressed her stance on the matter, stating that… Continue reading Michelle Mone should be stripped of peerage, says Badenoch

'I'm not resigning', Met Police chief says after BBC investigation

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has made it clear that he has no intention of resigning from his position, despite the revealing findings of a Panorama investigation uncovering misogyny and racism within the force. Addressing the rumors circulating within the Met about his potential resignation, Sir Mark asserted that those pushing for him to… Continue reading 'I'm not resigning', Met Police chief says after BBC investigation

Bloody Sunday: Soldier F trial told of moment teenager shot in face

During the trial of Soldier F, a survivor of Bloody Sunday shared his harrowing experience of being shot in the face as he tried to escape. Michael Quinn, who was a 17-year-old schoolboy at the time in 1972, recounted how a bullet grazed his shoulder, struck his face, and exited through his nose as he… Continue reading Bloody Sunday: Soldier F trial told of moment teenager shot in face

Manchester synagogue attack: What we know so far

In a tragic incident at a synagogue in Manchester, three people have lost their lives, including the suspected attacker who was shot by police. The attack occurred on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar. The incident, which took place at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in north Manchester, involved a car… Continue reading Manchester synagogue attack: What we know so far

Mum's anti-chemotherapy views influenced Paloma Shemirani's death

The tragic death of 23-year-old Paloma Shemirani from Uckfield in East Sussex has been attributed to the influence of her mother, Kate Shemirani, a notorious conspiracy theorist. Paloma, who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, refused chemotherapy and opted for alternative treatments recommended by her mother, ultimately leading to her untimely demise. Coroner Catherine Wood stated… Continue reading Mum's anti-chemotherapy views influenced Paloma Shemirani's death

Starmer condemns 'horrific' Manchester synagogue attack

Sir Keir Starmer has expressed his horror at the “horrific” incident that unfolded at a synagogue in Manchester, resulting in the tragic loss of two lives. The attack, involving a car and stabbing, took place at the Heaton Park Synagogue in Crumpsall, north Manchester, during the morning hours on Thursday. Prime Minister X stated that… Continue reading Starmer condemns 'horrific' Manchester synagogue attack