Newspaper headlines: 'Sound of silence' and 'Frantic Europe pushes new Ukraine plan'

Sunday’s newspapers are dominated by the news of hundreds of individuals being arrested at the Palestine Action protest in London. The Observer features an image of a large crowd gathered in Parliament Square for a peaceful protest, showing their support for Palestine. According to the paper, over 400 people were arrested during the demonstration. The… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Sound of silence' and 'Frantic Europe pushes new Ukraine plan'

Dog foul fines top £50k in Northern Ireland as DNA database explored

In the past five years, dog owners in Northern Ireland have been fined over £50,000 for failing to clean up their pet’s waste, as per records acquired by BBC News NI. Across the eleven councils in the region, nearly 1,000 incidents related to dog fouling were documented from 2020 to 2024. A total of £2,715… Continue reading Dog foul fines top £50k in Northern Ireland as DNA database explored

Working class students divided on civil service summer internship reform

A group of students have expressed their feelings of exclusion from a prominent civil service internship program following recent reforms designed to attract more working-class individuals into government roles. The modifications now limit applications to individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds, with the goal of enhancing the representation of society within the civil service and aiding… Continue reading Working class students divided on civil service summer internship reform

Wrexham young carer terrified by leaving mum for university

Ffion Haf-Scott has been a young carer for her mother Lorraine since she was just four years old. Now, as she considers the possibility of attending university, the thought of leaving her mother behind terrifies her. Lorraine, who is 56 years old, suffers from diabetes, mobility issues, and mental health issues, making Ffion’s responsibilities even… Continue reading Wrexham young carer terrified by leaving mum for university

Second murder arrest in Northampton after victim found on bench

After a man was found fatally injured on a bench, a second man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. The incident occurred behind Auctioneers Court in Northampton, prompting an investigation by Northamptonshire Police. Robert Brown, 57, was discovered on a bench with an arm wound, leading to the launch of a murder inquiry. A… Continue reading Second murder arrest in Northampton after victim found on bench

Funeral fundraiser for boy, 4, killed in Margate reaches £8,000

The appeal for the funeral of a young boy who tragically lost his life after being hit by a bus has garnered an overwhelming response, raising over £8,000 in just over a day. Zaahir Jan, a four-year-old, met with the fatal accident outside the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital in Margate, Kent, at around… Continue reading Funeral fundraiser for boy, 4, killed in Margate reaches £8,000

'I remain trapped,' says Gaza student in UK visa plea

A young Palestinian student named Haia Mohammed, who was awarded a scholarship at Goldsmiths, University of London, finds herself trapped in Gaza unable to leave for the UK. Despite numerous endorsements from the university, British public, and 113 MPs, she remains stuck due to the inability to provide the biometric data required for her study… Continue reading 'I remain trapped,' says Gaza student in UK visa plea

Belfast anti-racism rally: Woman wearing Palestine Action T-shirt arrested

A woman was taken into custody by law enforcement during an anti-racism march in Belfast city center. Reports indicate that the 62-year-old individual was apprehended in Linenhall Street on a Saturday afternoon on suspicion of possessing items that show support for a banned group. The woman was wearing a T-shirt with the phrase “We are… Continue reading Belfast anti-racism rally: Woman wearing Palestine Action T-shirt arrested

Nicola Sturgeon denies 'conspiracy to destroy' Alex Salmond

Nicola Sturgeon, former first minister of Scotland, has rejected any claims of a conspiracy to ruin her mentor Alex Salmond. In an excerpt from her new memoir, published in the Sunday Times, Sturgeon accuses Salmond of not showing any remorse for his inappropriate behavior towards women. Salmond was cleared of 13 sexual offense charges in… Continue reading Nicola Sturgeon denies 'conspiracy to destroy' Alex Salmond