A tragic incident has ruined the dream home of a mother and deprived her of memories of her late daughter, who died in December 2022. The fire broke out in the kitchen of Tricia Hayes’s wooden three-bedroom property in Tranent, East Lothian on November 23. The blaze soon spread to the attic and roof and… Continue reading 'I watched my house burn down with memories of my late daughter inside'
Category: UK News
Storm Darragh: Weather warnings as strong winds continue to batter UK
On Sunday, the United Kingdom will continue to experience strong winds in the aftermath of Storm Darragh, which resulted in two fatalities and left a significant portion of the population without power. England and Wales will remain under a yellow weather warning for wind until Sunday evening as gusts measuring between 35-45mph inland and up… Continue reading Storm Darragh: Weather warnings as strong winds continue to batter UK
Wallace and Gromit make live appearance on Strictly's semi-final
The beloved duo of Wallace and Gromit made a surprise appearance on the reality show Strictly Come Dancing, much to the delight of co-host Claudia Winkleman who called it “the single best thing that’s ever happened to me.” Via video link, Gromit and Wallace presented the terms and conditions for fans to vote for their… Continue reading Wallace and Gromit make live appearance on Strictly's semi-final
Planning committees could be bypassed to speed up house building
The UK government intends to bypass council planning committees as part of its efforts to simplify the construction of new homes. The new powers would allow officials to quickly and easily approve projects that satisfy existing council strategies. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner argues that delays in the planning process are impeding efforts to build… Continue reading Planning committees could be bypassed to speed up house building
Prince William and Trump meet after Notre-Dame reopening
US President-elect Donald Trump and Prince William met in Paris after the reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral. Prince William was among many world leaders attending the famous landmark’s restoration ceremony. The cathedral was destroyed by fire five years ago. After the ceremony, Trump and Prince William met again. The prince discussed the US-UK “special relationship” with… Continue reading Prince William and Trump meet after Notre-Dame reopening
Dull Men's Club – is it actually… interesting?
In the late 1980s, a group of friends sitting in a New York City bar near Central Park bemoaned the fact that they didn’t participate in popular activities such as boxing, wrestling, or judo. It was then that one of the men declared, “We’re kind of dull, aren’t we?” This remark led to the founding… Continue reading Dull Men's Club – is it actually… interesting?
Has Britain fallen out of love with tea?
Tea has historically been at the heart of British culture, with the offer of a cuppa being a staple of hospitality. However, research shows that this may be changing, with young people exhibiting a preference for alternative drinks such as water, iced tea, and diet soda. One student, Gillie Owen aged 20, suggests tea is… Continue reading Has Britain fallen out of love with tea?
'I booked The Killers as a favour to play in a room above a pub'
In November 2003, The Killers took to the small stage above a pub in Lincoln, a little-known band from Las Vegas. Steve Hawkins, who ran the Bivouac club, was amazed by the anthemic set he heard during soundcheck, calling the band “absolutely massive” after only three seconds. The venue, known for its black walls and… Continue reading 'I booked The Killers as a favour to play in a room above a pub'
Legal cannabis: Inside the UK's first fully licensed facility
t our eyes from the intense light. Every aspect of the facility has been designed to ensure that the cannabis plants are cultivated in the perfect environment that allows them to flourish. The temperature, humidity and lighting are all carefully controlled by an automated system, which is integrated with a sophisticated air filtration system, keeping… Continue reading Legal cannabis: Inside the UK's first fully licensed facility
Downed trees and wild seas as Storm Darragh hits UK
Over the weekend, parts of the UK were hit by Storm Darragh, causing damage to buildings and infrastructure. Strong winds and heavy rain caused trees to fall and roofs to be ripped off buildings. The worst affected areas were southern Wales, western England, and Northern Ireland. The gusts reached speeds of up to 93mph, causing… Continue reading Downed trees and wild seas as Storm Darragh hits UK