Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister, has had a shift in his stance regarding transgender women being considered women. Following a recent ruling by the UK Supreme Court, which stated that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law, it was revealed that Sir Keir no longer believes transgender women are women. His… Continue reading Keir Starmer does not believe trans women are women, No 10 says
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College denied access to student loan funding after investigation
The decision to revoke student loan funding from Oxford Business College, a private institution offering courses from various English universities, was made by the education secretary due to concerns regarding its admissions practices. Bridget Phillipson expressed disappointment in the management of recruitment and attendance at the college, stating that it had “fallen well short” of… Continue reading College denied access to student loan funding after investigation
Pembrokeshire paddleboard death case hears from victims' families
During a court hearing at Swansea Crown Court, it was stated that an “obvious potential for real danger” was present in the case of a paddleboard tour company owner after the tragic deaths of four individuals. The victims, Paul O’Dwyer, Andrea Powell, Morgan Rogers, and Nicola Wheatley, lost their lives while paddleboarding under hazardous conditions… Continue reading Pembrokeshire paddleboard death case hears from victims' families
Women deny stalking Madeleine McCann's family
In a recent development, two individuals have refuted allegations of stalking the family of Madeleine McCann, the young girl who went missing back in 2007. Julia Wandel, hailing from Lubin in south-west Poland, and Karen Spragg, residing in Caerau, Cardiff, stood their ground and pleaded not guilty at Leicester Crown Court. They were informed that… Continue reading Women deny stalking Madeleine McCann's family
Man jailed for fatally stabbing friend at Aberdeen tower block
A man who got into a deadly altercation with a friend while under the influence of alcohol has been sentenced to over five years in prison. Dawid Majewicz, aged 43, used a kitchen knife to fatally wound Jacek Dembinski, 44, at the Rosehill Court tower block in Aberdeen in August of last year. Despite undergoing… Continue reading Man jailed for fatally stabbing friend at Aberdeen tower block
Trans women should use toilets based on biological sex, Phillipson says
The Equalities Minister has emphasized the importance for trans women to use toilets based on their biological sex, following the UK Supreme Court’s ruling defining a woman by biological sex. Bridget Phillipson, speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, emphasized the need for services to be accessed based on biological sex according to the ruling.… Continue reading Trans women should use toilets based on biological sex, Phillipson says
Osea Island, where Stormzy wrote an album, is on sale for £25m
Osea Island, a secluded oasis where Stormzy found inspiration for an album, is now on the market and anticipated to sell for over £25m ($33m). Located in the Blackwater Estuary near Maldon, Essex, this 380-acre private estate is currently owned by music producer Nigel Frieda. Not only did Stormzy produce music on the island, but… Continue reading Osea Island, where Stormzy wrote an album, is on sale for £25m
Cardiff : Third day of rail disruption for bridge repairs
Rail services in south Wales are facing continued disruption as repair work on a bridge outside Cardiff Central station extends into its third day. Many journeys have been suspended or canceled due to the ongoing repair work, initially scheduled to last until April 21 but now expected to continue until the end of April 22.… Continue reading Cardiff : Third day of rail disruption for bridge repairs
Theft and damage of defibrillators 'obscene'
Niall McCracken from BBC News NI recently reported on the concerning rise in the theft and damage of publicly accessible defibrillators in Northern Ireland. These life-saving devices, used in conjunction with CPR, provide critical electric charges to the heart during a cardiac arrest to restore a normal heartbeat. With thousands of defibrillators located in schools,… Continue reading Theft and damage of defibrillators 'obscene'
The Vivienne hid ketamine struggle 'to protect family'
The late James Lee Williams, also known by his drag persona The Vivienne, kept his struggles with ketamine addiction hidden from his family until his appearance on Drag Race UK. In a recent interview with BBC Newsnight, Chanel Williams, the sister of James, revealed that he had been battling addiction and was even hospitalized due… Continue reading The Vivienne hid ketamine struggle 'to protect family'