Category: UK News

First Minister John Swinney addressed the controversy surrounding his decision not to invite Reform UK to a political summit aimed at discussing the threat posed by the far right. While Reform UK denies being far-right and believes the meeting is an attempt to suppress its growing electoral support, Swinney emphasized that the summit, scheduled for… Continue reading FM defends excluding Reform UK from anti-far right summit

The Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle was attended by King Charles and Queen Camilla. This traditional Easter Matins service took place in the 15th Century chapel located in Windsor, Berkshire. Along with the Duke of York, most other members of the Royal Family were present at the service, marking the… Continue reading King Charles and Queen Camilla joined by other royals for Easter service

In a tragic incident that shook the community, 16-year-old Brianna Ghey was brutally murdered by two teenagers, Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, in a park near Warrington, Cheshire in February 2023. Both Jenkinson and Ghey attended Birchwood Community High School. The heinous act led to a significant change in the school’s policy regarding mobile phones.… Continue reading Brianna Ghey's head teacher says pupils 'like' mobile phone ban

A fire broke out overnight in Dover, causing the evacuation of more than 40 flats, according to Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS). The blaze, which occurred on Crabble Road, required the presence of 12 fire engines and two height vehicles at its peak, with firefighters still working to put it out on Sunday. Fire… Continue reading More than 40 flats evacuated in Dover amid overnight fire

Fraser Penman, known as the Albino Hypnotist, has faced a challenging journey from struggling with his severe form of albinism to becoming the headliner of his own show. Born with oculocutaneous albinism, a congenital disorder that affects only one in 20,000 people, he lacks pigment in his skin, hair, and eyes, in addition to having… Continue reading Albino hypnotist Fraser Penman: I hypnotised myself to become a headline act

A recently concluded excavation has given archaeologists a renewed sense of confidence in discovering the site of a 12th-century monastery near Downpatrick in County Down. This monastery, known as Erenagh, was tragically destroyed in 1177 by the Anglo-Norman knight John de Courcy. The significance of this find lies in the fact that Erenagh was one… Continue reading Downpatrick: Erenagh Monastery site believed to be found after dig

Lucy Gossage made a life-changing decision to participate in an ultra-marathon race to find closure after a distressing experience. Standing at the starting line of a 268-mile race in January, she realized that she had already achieved success. A year prior, Lucy had completed the same brutal UK race with her partner, only to discover… Continue reading Lucy Gossage says the Spine race gave her closure after betrayal

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has reiterated the government’s commitment to its environmental agenda, stating that they will intensify efforts to achieve net zero carbon emissions. Miliband criticized opponents who dismiss this goal, accusing them of spreading falsehoods and misinformation. Political adversaries from the Conservatives and Reform UK, along with certain trade unions, have raised concerns… Continue reading Miliband accuses opponents of net zero 'nonsense and lies'

Following the launch of a murder investigation, detectives have located the body of a missing 37-year-old woman. Paria Veisi, a resident of Cathays, Cardiff, was last seen on April 12 at 3:00 PM BST as she drove away from her workplace in a black Mercedes GLC 200. Two individuals, a man from Penylan, Cardiff, and… Continue reading Two charged after body of missing Cardiff woman Paria Veisi found

The prestigious Halo World Championship is set to take place at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield from April 19 to May 5. Viewers can catch all the action live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website, and app. Additionally, there will be live text coverage of selected matches and updates on BBC Radio 5… Continue reading World Snooker Championship 2025: Kyren Wilson loses to Lei Peifan