Wimbledon 2025: Organisers apologise after missing three calls after electronic line-calling system deactivated in one game

Wimbledon officials have issued an apology following an incident where the electronic line-calling system malfunctioned on Centre Court, causing three missed calls in a single game. During a match between Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Sonay Kartal, a backhand from Kartal was not called out by the system, leading to confusion and a brief halt in play.… Continue reading Wimbledon 2025: Organisers apologise after missing three calls after electronic line-calling system deactivated in one game

Watch: PM talks about his 'good personal relationship' with Trump

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled the details of the latest Spending Review, allocating budgets to various government departments. In a short 99-second video, the key areas where money will be spent were highlighted. The announcement happened on June 11, 2025, ushering in the latest phase of government funding. During the unveiling of the Spending Review, Chancellor… Continue reading Watch: PM talks about his 'good personal relationship' with Trump

Ministers urged to keep care plans for children with special needs

Ministers are facing pressure to protect the education plans for children and young people with special needs and disabilities (Send), as campaigners stress the importance of education, health, and care plans (EHCPs) as vital legal safeguards. The potential threat of abolishing these plans could jeopardize the access to education for thousands of children, according to… Continue reading Ministers urged to keep care plans for children with special needs

Is the UK really any safer 20 years on from 7/7?

fectly homemade guns or bombs. Nor was the internet always at the root of radicalisation. What distinguished an attacker was the speed with which they moved from embracing their new cause to acting violently. These latest threats were harder to spot. Victims died without warning. Their killer might be a lone a fanatic, who had… Continue reading Is the UK really any safer 20 years on from 7/7?

Toxic metals found in UK peatlands could pose health risk

A groundbreaking study led by researchers at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) has unveiled the presence of harmful heavy metals stored in peatlands throughout the UK. The team warns that the occurrence of wildfires, exacerbated by climate change, could result in the release of pollutants such as lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium into water systems over… Continue reading Toxic metals found in UK peatlands could pose health risk

Oasis take to the stage for first gig in 16 years

After a long 16 years, the night that music enthusiasts all around the world have been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived: Oasis has made a triumphant return to the stage. The Gallagher brothers, Noel and Liam, put aside their differences and reunited for their first concert since their famous split in 2009. Taking place at… Continue reading Oasis take to the stage for first gig in 16 years

Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks

A proposed change in the law will ensure that parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy can take bereavement leave. Currently, bereavement leave is only granted to parents who experience the loss of an unborn child after 24 weeks of pregnancy. The amended Employment Rights Bill will grant parents the legal right… Continue reading Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks

Nursery teachers to get £4,500 to work in disadvantaged areas

In an effort to enhance standards in disadvantaged areas, the government of England is offering tax-free payments of £4,500 to early years teachers who choose to work in nurseries. This initiative is part of a broader strategy aimed at closing the attainment gap among pre-school children, although specific locations benefiting from this scheme have not… Continue reading Nursery teachers to get £4,500 to work in disadvantaged areas

Post Office scandal victim: 'I need someone to be punished'

Emma Simpson and Tom Espiner contribute an article discussing the lasting impact of the Post Office Horizon IT scandal on former sub-postmasters. Harjinder Butoy, one of the victims, spent 18 months in prison and endured another 15 years to clear his name. The official inquiry led by Sir Wyn Williams is set to release the… Continue reading Post Office scandal victim: 'I need someone to be punished'