Caitlin-Rose McMullan: Bus safety laws 'could have saved daughter's life'

Catherine Doyle of BBC News NI reported on the tragic death of 11-year-old Caitlin-Rose McMullan, who was hit by a car in Castledawson, County Londonderry, in March. Her mother, Stella McGinn, has since been advocating for better road safety measures in Northern Ireland, emphasizing the need for bus safety regulations to prevent such incidents. McGinn… Continue reading Caitlin-Rose McMullan: Bus safety laws 'could have saved daughter's life'

Graphic footage of Ross Monaghan shooting broadcast on Spanish TV

A chilling gangland shooting in a Spanish bar was captured on CCTV, revealing the final moments of victim Ross Monaghan. The incident took place at Monaghans bar in Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol following the gunning down of Eddie Lyons Jr, 46, outside. Graphic footage showed Monaghan, with blood seeping through his white t-shirt… Continue reading Graphic footage of Ross Monaghan shooting broadcast on Spanish TV

Manslaughter case launched into Nottingham baby deaths

An investigation into corporate manslaughter has been initiated due to failures that resulted in the deaths or injuries of numerous babies at maternity units in Nottingham. Nottinghamshire Police is currently looking into whether the maternity care provided by the Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS trust was grossly negligent. This trust is under scrutiny for being… Continue reading Manslaughter case launched into Nottingham baby deaths

Social housing: Stormont target falls short by 1,000 homes

Funding for new social houses in Stormont’s budget falls short of the Northern Ireland Executive’s target for this year. The Programme for Government aimed to start work on 5,850 new build social homes by 2027, but only about 1,000 new homes will be funded this year. This is a significant decrease from the 1,504 homes… Continue reading Social housing: Stormont target falls short by 1,000 homes

Major study shows exercise improves cancer survival

A groundbreaking international trial has revealed that an exercise program tailored for colon cancer patients can reduce the risk of mortality by a significant third. The study showed that even a moderate amount of exercise, ranging from swimming to salsa classes, can have a profound impact on patient outcomes. Leading researcher Professor Vicky Coyle of… Continue reading Major study shows exercise improves cancer survival

Flight path shake-up promises quicker flights and fewer delays

The UK government is unveiling plans to expedite the revamp of the country’s flight paths, with the aim of enhancing efficiency and reducing delays for airline passengers. The creation of the UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) is set to be announced soon, which will involve redesigning the routes that aircraft must follow over UK airspace,… Continue reading Flight path shake-up promises quicker flights and fewer delays

The AI copyright standoff continues – with no solution in sight

Artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright issues have become a forefront topic in the UK, creating a divide between the government and the creative industry. The intense debate, focused on how AI developers can access copyrighted materials to enhance their systems, has led to protests and backlash from British creatives. Despite the ongoing battle, a resolution… Continue reading The AI copyright standoff continues – with no solution in sight

Alton Towers 2015 Smiler crash 'like driving into a car at 90mph'

A terrifying rollercoaster crash at Alton Towers that left a couple seriously injured has been likened to hitting a car at 90mph. Leah Washington-Pugh and Joe Pugh, who were on a date at the time, suffered life-changing injuries when their carriage crashed into another at the Staffordshire theme park a decade ago. Leah’s left leg… Continue reading Alton Towers 2015 Smiler crash 'like driving into a car at 90mph'