Category: UK News

In Sheffield, a tragic incident unfolded at a wedding reception where Hassan Jhangur intentionally rammed his car into a crowd, resulting in the death of Chris Marriott and injuries to four others. Mr. Marriott, a helpful individual who had intervened after Jhangur’s sister was harmed in a previous altercation, lost his life at the scene… Continue reading Man found guilty of 'Good Samaritan' murder

The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has expressed disapproval of the decision to showcase an effigy of refugees aboard a boat atop a bonfire in County Tyrone. Scheduled to be ignited on Thursday night, the bonfire in Moygashel features a model boat containing multiple figures, accompanied by banners proclaiming messages such as “stop the boats” and… Continue reading Moygashel: Parties condemn bonfire effigy of refugees in small boat

The negotiations surrounding Birmingham’s ongoing bin strike have hit a standstill, as the council leader has declared that the authority is stepping away from the talks. Since May, conciliation service Acas has been attempting to mediate in the discussions, but leader John Cotton announced that the council has reached its limit in terms of what… Continue reading Birmingham bin strike talks break down as council quits

Two tragic accidents occurred in County Down, resulting in the deaths of two young individuals. The first incident involved a collision between a car and a pedestrian on the West Circular Road in Bangor, where 16-year-old Jaidyn Rice, a resident of Bangor, lost her life after being struck by the vehicle. The second collision took… Continue reading County Down: Two young people die after collisions in Bangor and Portaferry

A woman walking her dog last summer was tragically murdered by a wanted man who had been on the run for two years. Anita Rose, 57, was discovered with severe injuries, comparable to those from high-speed car accidents, on a footpath in Brantham, Suffolk, on July 24. Despite efforts to save her, Ms. Rose succumbed… Continue reading Man found guilty of murder of Anita Rose in Brantham in 2024

Victims of the infected blood scandal are facing prolonged delays in receiving compensation, according to Sir Brian Langstaff, the chair of the public inquiry investigating the disaster. In a scathing report, Sir Brian highlighted “obvious injustices” in the design of the compensation scheme. The scandal, which affected an estimated 30,000 individuals who were infected with… Continue reading Blood scandal victims 'harmed further' by compensation delays

Entertainment reporter Steven McIntosh reported on the controversy surrounding the best-selling non-fiction book “The Salt Path” by English author Raynor Winn, published by Penguin Michael Joseph. The publishing house defended its due diligence process, stating that it had a contract with Winn regarding factual accuracy before releasing the book. This comes after claims made in… Continue reading The Salt Path: Penguin says it did 'all necessary due diligence'

In the wake of the Post Office scandal, victims have come forward to share their thoughts with Sir Keir Starmer following the publication of the first report from the Post Office inquiry. Maria Lockwood, one of the victims, expressed her plea for an end to the cruelty and manipulation that has plagued their lives. “Just… Continue reading Post Office scandal victims' message to Keir Starmer

The arrest of a British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, in Iran has left their son, Joe Bennett, devastated and desperate for their return. The Foremans, who were on a motorcycle trip around the world, were detained in January and charged with espionage, despite the family’s denial of the accusations. Bennett expressed his anguish at… Continue reading Son of couple held in Iran: 'They aren't spies, they're Mum and Dad'

Noor Nanji and Felicity Baker, culture reporters, highlighted a caution given to Gregg Wallace by one of the country’s top barristers, Baroness Helena Kennedy, advising him not to dismiss the women who have spoken out against him. The BBC recently received 50 more claims against the TV personality, which Wallace has refuted. An investigation by… Continue reading Gregg Wallace: TV presenter warned not to 'say women made it up'