The weather is beginning to change as more sunshine brings rising temperatures. While it won’t reach the hot levels of the start of the month, most areas can expect temperatures between 19-25C. Some regions may experience much-needed rain from Sunday, potentially leading to heavy downpours and thunderstorms. Unfortunately, this rainfall is unlikely to be sufficient… Continue reading UK weather: Temperatures to rise for the weekend
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Elton John and Dua Lipa seek protection from AI
Liv McMahon and Chris Vallance are pushing for a change in copyright laws to protect artists from artificial intelligence. Over 400 British musicians, writers, and artists have signed a letter addressed to Sir Keir Starmer, warning that without proper safeguards, tech firms could exploit their work. This issue not only affects individual creators but also… Continue reading Elton John and Dua Lipa seek protection from AI
Newspaper headlines: Trump easing China tariffs and Navy chief steps back
Headlines across various newspapers reflect the ongoing discussions of political figures and personal scandals. The Financial Times features a headline stating that US President Donald Trump has shown potential willingness to reduce tariffs on China, hinting at upcoming talks. Despite this, chances of a significant deal emerging from these negotiations seem uncertain, according to experts.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Trump easing China tariffs and Navy chief steps back
Bangor: Delays to Queen's Parade project 'holding back city's potential'
Concerns have been raised by the locals in Bangor over the delays in the multi-million pound seafront redevelopment project, stating that it is hindering the potential growth of the city. The plans to revamp the Queen’s Parade area in County Down have been talked about for several years, but it wasn’t until 2019 that the… Continue reading Bangor: Delays to Queen's Parade project 'holding back city's potential'
UK-US trade deal 'platform for going further', Mandelson says
Lord Mandelson, the UK’s ambassador to the US, praised the recent UK-US trade deal, emphasizing its potential to facilitate further trade opportunities. Since starting his role in February, Lord Mandelson has been integral in negotiating the reduction or removal of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on UK imports like cars, steel, and aluminium.… Continue reading UK-US trade deal 'platform for going further', Mandelson says
How Sycamore Gap fellers went from friends to foes
Reporting from Newcastle Crown Court, former best friends Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers found themselves at odds as they awaited the verdicts in a case involving the illegal felling of the beloved Sycamore Gap tree. What once was a close friendship had deteriorated, leading to a dramatic courtroom showdown between the two men. The prosecution… Continue reading How Sycamore Gap fellers went from friends to foes
Navy chief steps back from duties while under investigation
The Ministry of Defence has announced the removal of Adm Sir Ben Key from his position as the head of the Royal Navy due to an ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct. The specific nature of the misconduct has not been disclosed, with the MoD stating that further comments would be inappropriate at this time.… Continue reading Navy chief steps back from duties while under investigation
Caught red handed: Policing the men buying sex on Bristol's streets
Rachel Stonehouse and Emma Hallett from BBC West Investigations are in Bristol to observe the operations of dedicated teams engaging with street sex workers and disrupting kerb crawlers in an effort to combat night-time exploitation and harm. The focus is on criminalizing the men involved rather than the women. The teams aim to address the… Continue reading Caught red handed: Policing the men buying sex on Bristol's streets
From Barbie to Jurassic Park: The Hollywood films made in the UK
ave also been popular filming locations for Hollywood productions. George Square in Glasgow was used to replicate Philadelphia in Brad Pitt’s World War Z, while the city has also been home to The Batman and Tetris. In recent years, Glasgow has proven to be an attractive location due to its architecture, accessibility, and local incentives… Continue reading From Barbie to Jurassic Park: The Hollywood films made in the UK
Lockerbie: TV drama reveals how flaws in victim response influenced how FBI handled 9/11
Jim Swire, whose daughter Flora died in the Lockerbie bombing Jim Swire, whose daughter Flora died in the attack, says he never gave up on the search for the truth or justice. “We wanted to know why the plane came down and who did it, and this is being covered up by governments,” he says.… Continue reading Lockerbie: TV drama reveals how flaws in victim response influenced how FBI handled 9/11