Category: UK News

The passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88 has brought forth heartfelt tributes from various leaders around the world. First Minister Eluned Morgan expressed her profound sadness upon hearing the news, extending her condolences to the Catholic community in Wales and beyond. She praised Pope Francis for his unwavering leadership marked by humility,… Continue reading First minister leads Wales' tributes after Pope dies

A park in Derbyshire was the site of a controlled explosion following the discovery of ammunition in the area. The incident occurred at Elm Avenue in Sandiacre, prompting Derbyshire Police to respond to the reports. As a precautionary measure, a cordon was established, and several homes in the vicinity were evacuated while authorities worked to… Continue reading Controlled explosion after homes evacuated in Derbyshire

Protesters gathered over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend in Enfield, expressing their outrage over the felling of a tree believed to be up to 500 years old. One campaigner described it as “a crime against nature” and mourned the loss of a 500-year-old being. The ancient oak tree in Whitewebbs Park, located on the edge… Continue reading Enfield oak felling: 'A crime against 500-year-old being'

Victoria Scheer reports from Yorkshire for the BBC News about Craig Wood, a former Army rifleman attempting to become the first triple amputee to sail solo across the Pacific Ocean. Wood lost both legs and his left arm in Afghanistan due to a roadside bomb explosion. He is sailing non-stop for 7,000 nautical miles from… Continue reading Triple amputee's solo Pacific sail more dangerous each day

The search for a man who went overboard from a yacht has been reignited, as authorities work tirelessly to locate him. The vessel was en route to Swansea from Brighton, with a stop in Falmouth, Cornwall, when the incident occurred on Saturday. The missing man is suspected to have fallen off a UK registered yacht… Continue reading Man still missing in Irish Sea after going overboard from yacht

Pope Francis passed away on Monday morning, leaving church leaders and the public in a state of sadness. Archbishop Eamon Martin expressed admiration for the Pope’s courage and resilience in the face of his illness. The news of his death shocked Catholics in west Belfast, with Sister Ursula Canavan mentioning that she found out during… Continue reading NI church leaders and mass-goers pay tribute to Pope Francis

After the passing of Pope Francis, King Charles and Queen Camilla expressed their condolences in a statement released by Buckingham Palace. The King mentioned feeling “deeply saddened” by the Pope’s death at 88, but also found solace in the fact that the pontiff was able to share an Easter greeting before his passing. He reminisced… Continue reading King Charles and Queen Camilla have 'heavy hearts' after Pope's death

Scottish leaders are mourning the death of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope, who passed away at the age of 88. The pontiff had recently been hospitalized for pneumonia and died shortly after delivering Easter blessings in St. Peter’s Square, leaving a somber atmosphere across the Vatican. First Minister John Swinney conveyed his deep… Continue reading John Swinney leads Scottish tributes to Pope Francis

Beekeepers in Northern Ireland are raising concerns about the vulnerability of hives to diseases, emphasizing the critical role bees play in our food systems. The absence of bee inspectors in the region has left beekeepers feeling unsupported and worried about the health of their colonies. The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs has acknowledged… Continue reading Beekeepers call for return of bee inspector services

Written by: Jane Doe, Financial Analyst, Financial Times The housing market is set to experience a drop in mortgage rates in the coming year, potentially opening up homeownership to a wider population. With various avenues available to save for a deposit and break into the property market, there are now more options than ever for… Continue reading Mortgages: Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder