Following the tragic deaths of two firefighters and a 57-year-old man in a fire at a business park in Oxfordshire, tributes have been pouring in to honor their memory. Firefighters Jennie Logan, 30, and Martyn Sadler, 38, lost their lives while battling the fire at Bicester Motion on Thursday evening. Father-of-two David Chester, who was… Continue reading Bicester fire: Tributes for firefighters and father killed
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Three Iranian men charged under National Security Act
A trio of Iranian men has been charged under the UK’s National Security Act for suspected behavior that may assist Iran. Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad Javadi Manesh, 44, and Shapoor Qalehali Khani Noori, 55, were apprehended on 3 May. The allegations against them date back to a period between 14 August 2024 and 16 February… Continue reading Three Iranian men charged under National Security Act
Second man charged over Chris Brown nightclub disturbance
A new development has emerged in the case of the alleged assault at a London nightclub involving R&B artist Chris Brown. Another individual, US national Omolulu Akinlolu, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and is set to appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court. This comes after Brown, 36, was remanded in custody on… Continue reading Second man charged over Chris Brown nightclub disturbance
Rugby star Jamie Roberts calls junior doctor role a 'privilege'
After graduating from Cardiff University’s medical school 12 years ago, former Wales rugby star Jamie Roberts has decided to join the NHS as a junior doctor, calling it a “privilege”. Roberts, who is 38 years old and has earned 94 caps for Wales, as well as participating in two British and Irish Lions tours, first… Continue reading Rugby star Jamie Roberts calls junior doctor role a 'privilege'
Campaigner wins legal challenge over use of Brockwell Park
Tesco resolves 'software issue' after customers flag app problems
Tesco issued an apology following technical difficulties that impacted some customers’ ability to modify online orders and access digital versions of their Clubcards. Numerous individuals took to social media to express frustration over issues with Tesco’s website and mobile app on Friday afternoon. A Tesco spokesperson informed the BBC that a software problem had been… Continue reading Tesco resolves 'software issue' after customers flag app problems
How EncroChat crackdown uncovered Kerri Pegg's affair with inmate
Kerri Pegg, a former probation officer turned prison governor, was once considered a rising star in the Prison Service but is now facing a nine-year prison sentence. Pegg, who quickly climbed the ranks after joining the service in 2012, was convicted of misconduct in public office and possession of criminal property due to her involvement… Continue reading How EncroChat crackdown uncovered Kerri Pegg's affair with inmate
Chris Brown remanded in custody over alleged London nightclub attack
American R&B singer Chris Brown found himself in a predicament after being taken into custody for an alleged bottle attack at a nightclub in London. The incident is said to have occurred at the Tape club in Mayfair back in 2023, resulting in the charge of causing grievous bodily harm to music producer Abe Diaw… Continue reading Chris Brown remanded in custody over alleged London nightclub attack
Ipswich teachers on strike after 'scissors thrown at them'
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UK/EU summit: Why youth mobility and fishing are key issues
Tom Edgington and Tamara Kovacevic from BBC Verify have delved into the key negotiating points ahead of a summit in London aimed at “resetting” relations between the UK and EU. Among these points, the right of young people to move freely between the two regions and fishing rights have emerged as crucial topics of discussion.… Continue reading UK/EU summit: Why youth mobility and fishing are key issues