River Island allowed to shut shops to stave off collapse

Rachel Clun, a Business reporter for BBC News, reported that River Island has been granted approval by the High Court to close 33 stores in the UK as part of the fashion retailer’s restructuring plans. The company cited a shift in customer behavior towards online shopping and increased operating costs as the primary reasons for… Continue reading River Island allowed to shut shops to stave off collapse

Battersea grapefruit tree given protected status

In a residential area on Queenstown Road in Battersea, a unique grapefruit tree stands as a tropical landmark outside of Kew Gardens, recently receiving special protection. This Tree Preservation Order (TPO) was granted following a campaign by locals who recognized its significance. The tree was brought to south-west London from Grenada in the 1980s by… Continue reading Battersea grapefruit tree given protected status

Teenager who lost his legs in crash will 'never forgive' driver

Two young men’s lives drastically changed after a horrific crash that left one without legs and the other facing legal consequences. Adam Golebiewski, an 18-year-old footballer, lost both his lower legs in a crash involving his friend Arran Paterson in Macduff, Aberdeenshire. Paterson, who was 19 at the time, admitted to dangerous driving, driving above… Continue reading Teenager who lost his legs in crash will 'never forgive' driver

UK weather: Heat health alerts issued with 30C heatwave expected next week

Next week, temperatures in parts of England are expected to soar above 30C (86F), prompting yellow heat health alerts to be issued by the UK Health Security Agency. The alerts cover all regions except for the north-east and north-west and will be in effect from 12:00 BST on Monday until 18:00 BST on Wednesday. This… Continue reading UK weather: Heat health alerts issued with 30C heatwave expected next week

BBC News quiz of the week: Which baby names took top spot?

In the past week, notable events unfolded across the globe. From the implementation of Donald Trump’s long-anticipated tariffs to the release of the US Coast Guard’s findings on the Titan submersible disaster, the headlines were far-reaching. Additionally, a concerning incident occurred where two women were refused an Airbnb booking due to their Welsh heritage. It… Continue reading BBC News quiz of the week: Which baby names took top spot?

Boy, 4, dies after being hit by bus outside Margate hospital

A tragic incident occurred in Kent where a four-year-old boy was hit by a bus and passed away after walking out of a hospital, as confirmed by the police. The incident took place outside the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital in Margate around 16:00 BST on a Thursday. Despite being quickly taken inside the hospital,… Continue reading Boy, 4, dies after being hit by bus outside Margate hospital

Keir Starmer condemns Israel's plan to take over Gaza City

Becky Morton, a political reporter, expressed strong dissent against Israel’s plans to take over Gaza City, labeling them as “wrong” and warning that they will only result in more bloodshed. This follows Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet’s approval of the plans in an overnight vote, targeting specifically Gaza City within the Gaza strip. The move has… Continue reading Keir Starmer condemns Israel's plan to take over Gaza City

Premier League: Who are most likely to challenge Liverpool this season?

Liverpool’s chances of successfully defending their Premier League title are looking promising following a summer of record-breaking recruitment. Under new manager Arne Slot, the Reds secured the league title with four games to spare, finishing 10 points ahead of Arsenal. Liverpool has splashed out a total of £269m in the transfer market, with a notable… Continue reading Premier League: Who are most likely to challenge Liverpool this season?

Cacio e pepe: Good Food pasta recipe sparks fury in Italy

A recipe for a traditional Roman dish, pasta cacio e pepe, featured on the popular UK Good Food website sparked outrage among Italians for its inaccurate ingredients and portrayal as a quick meal option. The dish, known for its simplicity yet difficulty to perfect, is a staple of Roman cuisine, traditionally made with spaghetti, black… Continue reading Cacio e pepe: Good Food pasta recipe sparks fury in Italy