Big Mags: The paedophile-hunting granny who built a heroin empire

Myles Bonnar of BBC Scotland News delves into the rise and fall of one of Scotland’s most notorious figures, Margaret ‘Big Mags’ Haney. Back in January 1997, before the era of online “paedophile hunters”, Haney gained widespread attention for her role in driving a convicted child sex offender out of the Raploch housing estate in… Continue reading Big Mags: The paedophile-hunting granny who built a heroin empire

David Lammy to host US Vice President JD Vance at country residence

US Vice President JD Vance is set to visit Chevening House in Kent, the official residence of Foreign Secretary David Lammy, to discuss various topics related to the US-UK relationship. Vance and his family are currently in the UK for a private vacation, with plans to explore the Cotswolds and visit Hampton Court Palace during… Continue reading David Lammy to host US Vice President JD Vance at country residence

Butterfly from Southern Europe spotted in UK for first time

Written by: Sarah Johnson A butterfly species that was previously only found in Southern Europe has been spotted in the UK for the first time, as reported by Butterfly Conservation. The Southern Small White butterfly has been gradually moving northwards across Europe over recent decades, with the first UK sighting being confirmed at Landguard Bird… Continue reading Butterfly from Southern Europe spotted in UK for first time

Newspaper headlines: 'Minister for hypocrisy' and 'Pill for weight loss on NHS'

One of the headlines making waves across several newspapers is the resignation of Rushanara Ali as the parliamentary under-secretary of state for homelessness and rough sleeping. The Daily Mail describes her departure as the “Minister for hypocrisy is forced to quit” due to allegations that she ejected tenants from one of her properties, only to… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Minister for hypocrisy' and 'Pill for weight loss on NHS'

Plans to restrict where violent and sexual offenders can go

The government is in the process of developing legislation that would impose restrictions on serious sexual and violent criminals, compelling them to reside in specific areas. These offenders would be confined to a geographic zone, subject to heightened monitoring and enhanced tagging. While exclusion zones are already utilized in license restrictions to prohibit offenders from… Continue reading Plans to restrict where violent and sexual offenders can go

Omagh bomb victim's sister says Irish government 'defensive' over inquiry

The Republic of Ireland is facing pressure to hold its own public inquiry into the 1998 Omagh bombing, following legal action by families of the victims. Shawneen Conway, the sister of Gareth Conway who was killed in the attack at just 18 years old, criticized the Irish government for being “cold” and “defensive”. The Real… Continue reading Omagh bomb victim's sister says Irish government 'defensive' over inquiry

Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali quits over rent increase claims

Downing Street has officially confirmed the resignation of Rushanara Ali as homelessness minister. The decision comes following accusations of hypocrisy regarding her handling of rent increases on a property she owns in east London. Calls for her resignation came from homelessness charities and opposition politicians. In a letter to the prime minister, Ali stated that… Continue reading Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali quits over rent increase claims

Cardiff mum wants NHS changes after newborn baby's death

A mother is calling for significant changes within the NHS following the tragic death of her newborn baby. Liliwen Iris Thomas passed away at only 20 hours old due to a lack of oxygen during childbirth. Emily Brazier, the mother, was left alone in the induction suite of the maternity unit in Cardiff’s University Hospital… Continue reading Cardiff mum wants NHS changes after newborn baby's death

BookFest: Waterstones sorry after readers criticise event 'overcrowding'

Waterstones issued an apology following complaints from attendees who described a recent event at its flagship shop as “utter chaos” and dangerously overcrowded. The booklovers gathered at the annual BookFest event voiced concerns about disorganization and potential safety hazards, with some social media users humorously claiming they had “survived” the ordeal while others compared it… Continue reading BookFest: Waterstones sorry after readers criticise event 'overcrowding'