Ibrahima Seck stabbing: Three boys charged with New Moston murder

In a tragic incident in Greater Manchester, a 14-year-old boy named Ibrahima Seck lost his life after being stabbed near a pub. The attack occurred outside the Fairway Inn in New Moston at approximately 17:00 BST on a Sunday. Following the incident, the teenager succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the hospital. Three… Continue reading Ibrahima Seck stabbing: Three boys charged with New Moston murder

Coldstream Guards return to Berwick to mark 375th anniversary

Evie Lake reported for BBC News North East and Cumbria that the Coldstream Guards commemorated their 375th anniversary by embarking on a symbolic journey. The regiment, donned in full ceremonial attire, boarded a train in London bound for Berwick-upon-Tweed, where they were originally formed. The sight of the guards marching through the border town alongside… Continue reading Coldstream Guards return to Berwick to mark 375th anniversary

Muriel McKay family offer £1m reward to find her remains

Louise Parry and Justin Dealey reported from Hertfordshire for BBC News about the McKay family’s recent decision to offer a £1m reward for information that could lead to the discovery of Muriel McKay’s remains. Muriel McKay was kidnapped and murdered 56 years ago, and her body has never been found since the tragic event in… Continue reading Muriel McKay family offer £1m reward to find her remains

WhatsApp backs Apple in its legal row with the UK over user data

Zoe Kleinman, the technology editor, reports that WhatsApp is throwing its support behind Apple in a legal battle against the UK Home Office regarding user data privacy. Will Cathcart, the head of the messaging app, has raised concerns that this case could establish a dangerous precedent that might encourage other countries to challenge encryption methods… Continue reading WhatsApp backs Apple in its legal row with the UK over user data

Kyra Hill's parents say regulations 'would save children's lives'

The tragic drowning of 11-year-old Kyra Hill at an aqua park has sparked a call for stricter regulations from her grieving parents. The incident occurred at Liquid Leisure near Windsor, Berkshire, in August 2022. An inquest later revealed that Kyra was unlawfully killed due to severe breaches in health and safety protocols, such as the… Continue reading Kyra Hill's parents say regulations 'would save children's lives'

Winter fuel payment U-turn in numbers

Ben Chu, BBC Policy and analysis correspondent, provides insight into the recent reversal of cuts to winter fuel payments made by the government. This decision has sparked discussions regarding the government’s fiscal rules and spending. In light of these changes, BBC Verify has examined the key figures involved in this policy shift. Initially, the government… Continue reading Winter fuel payment U-turn in numbers

Frederick Forsyth: Life as a thriller writer, fighter pilot, journalist and spy

my visit, saw my picture on the cover and concluded that I was a writer, not a dealer. My cover was blown.” Despite this setback, The Odessa File was published in 1972 and also adapted into a successful film. Forsyth’s subsequent novels included The Dogs of War, about a plot to overthrow an African dictator,… Continue reading Frederick Forsyth: Life as a thriller writer, fighter pilot, journalist and spy

Urgent search in Highlands for teenager's missing support dog

BBC Scotland News correspondent Catherine Lyst reports on the urgent search for a missing teenager’s support dog in the Highlands. Two-year-old golden retriever, Louie, is trained to alert 17-year-old Ellie Lynn’s family when she is about to have an epileptic seizure. Unfortunately, Louie went missing on the path to Steall Falls in Glen Nevis after… Continue reading Urgent search in Highlands for teenager's missing support dog

Police name father and daughter killed in Heckmondwike house fire

In a tragic incident in West Yorkshire, a father and his nine-year-old daughter lost their lives in a house fire. The police have identified the victims as 38-year-old Sohaib Ahmed and Manahal Ahmed. The devastating blaze occurred at a property on Russell Close in Heckmondwike on Sunday. Additionally, Mr. Ahmed’s 11-year-old daughter, who sustained serious… Continue reading Police name father and daughter killed in Heckmondwike house fire