Renowned royal correspondent, Sean Coughlan, sheds light on the upcoming historic visit by King Charles to Canada amid pressures from President Donald Trump. The significance of this visit is underscored by Jeremy Kinsman, former Canadian high commissioner to the UK, who emphasizes the importance of the King’s support for Canada in the face of potential… Continue reading King's big moment in Canada after Trump row
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Napoli win Serie A: Scott McTominay an icon after Man Utd move
Scott McTominay has truly made a name for himself at Napoli, becoming a beloved figure among the fans. His exceptional performance throughout the season, marked by scoring crucial goals, culminated in helping Napoli secure the Serie A title. His 12th goal of the season, a spectacular acrobatic volley against Cagliari, set the tone for their… Continue reading Napoli win Serie A: Scott McTominay an icon after Man Utd move
Vaping: Why people are stockpiling ahead of disposable vapes ban
Vapers are starting to panic-buy ahead of the upcoming disposables ban, which will take effect on 1 June. Cara Hallinan, a 25-year-old woman, shared her concerns about the ban, stating, “I’m not sure what we are going to do.” She has been stockpiling disposable vapes in anticipation of the ban, buying them in bulk from… Continue reading Vaping: Why people are stockpiling ahead of disposable vapes ban
Reform UK prepares for real power on a council it now dominates
Joshua Roberts, a 27-year-old who runs a website and social media business, received his new badge as a Lancashire County Councillor at the council’s headquarters. Roberts, along with 52 other Reform councillors, is now responsible for serving over 1.2 million people in Lancashire. Despite being new to elected office, Roberts expressed his gratitude for the… Continue reading Reform UK prepares for real power on a council it now dominates
Kneecap defiant at first major gig since terror charge
Culture reporter Paul Glynn highlighted the turnout of Kneecap fans at their largest festival headline performance, held shortly after a band member faced a terror charge. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was accused of displaying a flag supporting a banned Lebanese group at a previous concert. Despite the allegations, Kneecap denounced the charge as “political policing”… Continue reading Kneecap defiant at first major gig since terror charge
Newspaper headlines: 'Rayner on the Rampage' and 'My big sister Kate'
Government spending cuts are causing tension within the British government, according to reports from various front pages. The Daily Mail highlights Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner clashing with colleagues Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves over proposed budget cuts in her department. Rayner has allegedly expressed strong opposition to reducing the housing department’s budget,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Rayner on the Rampage' and 'My big sister Kate'
PMDD: 'I want a child but I'm scared to come off the pill'
A condition that affects as many as 8% of women, pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a serious concern for those experiencing it. For 29-year-old Marianne Barry, PMDD means that if she doesn’t take the contraceptive pill daily, she could face symptoms of severe anxiety or even suicidal thoughts. Despite the prevalence of PMDD, the average… Continue reading PMDD: 'I want a child but I'm scared to come off the pill'
School teacher misconduct investigations need revamp – report
An independent review has highlighted the urgent need for an overhaul of the teacher complaints system in Scotland. The report scrutinized the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) and identified issues with the length and quality of misconduct investigations conducted by the regulator. The Professional Standards Authority (PSA), responsible for the review, recommended that the… Continue reading School teacher misconduct investigations need revamp – report
Gilmour and McTominay mania takes over Naples for title decider
Reporter Chris McLaughlin from BBC Scotland covers the dramatic story unfolding in Naples, as SSC Napoli is on the brink of claiming its fourth ever Scudetto. With just one round of fixtures remaining in the Serie A season, Napoli sits one point above Inter Milan, setting the stage for a thrilling and nerve-wracking finale. The… Continue reading Gilmour and McTominay mania takes over Naples for title decider
UK weather: rain for May bank holiday weekend but not a total washout
The upcoming May bank holiday weekend in the UK is expected to bring rain, signaling a significant shift in the weather pattern. High pressure has been dominant in the meteorological spring months, resulting in dry and sunny conditions. However, low pressure is now making a comeback, bringing the prospect of wetter and windier weather. The… Continue reading UK weather: rain for May bank holiday weekend but not a total washout