A tragic incident unfolded as a mother entered a guilty plea for the manslaughter of her two-year-old daughter, Annabel Mackey, who was discovered in Kingsley Pond, Hampshire, on September 10, 2023. The young girl ultimately passed away in the hospital following the incident. Alice Mackey, 42, residing in Oakhanger, was reportedly experiencing “diminished responsibility” at… Continue reading Mother admits manslaughter of daughter, 2, in Kingsley pond
Category: UK News
Trump wants Scotland to 'thrive' as Swinney to press for tariffs cuts
US President Donald Trump’s trade agreement with the UK is expected to bring many benefits to Scotland. Following a meeting with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Trump expressed his desire to see Scotland prosper while visiting his golf resort in South Ayrshire. The two leaders then traveled to Aberdeen where they were set to meet… Continue reading Trump wants Scotland to 'thrive' as Swinney to press for tariffs cuts
'Hardline' BMA blocks emergency pleas for strike doctors to work
NHS officials have expressed their dissatisfaction with the British Medical Association’s stance on emergency requests for striking doctors in England returning to work, calling it increasingly hardline. A system referred to as ‘derogation’ allows the NHS to request resident doctors participating in a five-day strike to forgo the picket line in cases where patient safety… Continue reading 'Hardline' BMA blocks emergency pleas for strike doctors to work
VPNs top App Store charts as UK age verification kick in
The implementation of age verification laws has led to a surge in downloads of virtual private network (VPN) apps in the UK. Platforms such as PornHub, Reddit, and X began enforcing age verification for users on Friday, prompting individuals to seek ways to bypass these requirements. VPN apps have now taken the top spots in… Continue reading VPNs top App Store charts as UK age verification kick in
Londonderry: Football clubs urged to hold gangs behind violence to account
Football fans have united in their condemnation of the gangs responsible for the violent clashes that occurred in Londonderry on Friday night. The disturbances, which involved rival groups of fans, resulted in a teenage boy and a man in his 20s requiring hospital treatment after engaging in a brutal altercation using sticks, bats, and iron… Continue reading Londonderry: Football clubs urged to hold gangs behind violence to account
Tai Woffinden rides speedway bike for first time since crash
Three-time world champion Tai Woffinden recently made a triumphant return to the speedway track after a serious crash in Poland earlier this year. The 34-year-old rider, hailing from Scunthorpe, had been in a medically induced coma after colliding with a fence during a race. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future in the sport, Woffinden displayed… Continue reading Tai Woffinden rides speedway bike for first time since crash
'Hardline' BMA blocks emergency pleas for strike doctors to work
NHS leaders have expressed their displeasure with the British Medical Association’s firm stance in denying emergency appeals for striking doctors in England to resume work. The NHS has a system called ‘derogation’ in place, allowing the organization to ask resident doctors participating in a five-day walkout to return to work in critical situations where patient… Continue reading 'Hardline' BMA blocks emergency pleas for strike doctors to work
VPNs top App Store charts as UK age verification kick in
Online Safety Act age verification checks have led to a surge in downloads of virtual private network (VPN) apps in the UK. Platforms like PornHub, Reddit, and X now require users to verify their age, leading many to seek ways to bypass these restrictions. VPNs allow users to disguise their location online, making it appear… Continue reading VPNs top App Store charts as UK age verification kick in
Cambridge researchers find 4,000-year-old Egyptian handprint
In Cambridgeshire, curators preparing for an exhibition at the University of Cambridge made an exciting discovery. A 4,000-year-old handprint was found on an ancient Egyptian tomb offering. This handprint was found on a “soul house”, a type of clay model typically discovered in burials. Curator Helen Strudwick described the handprint, which dates back to 2055… Continue reading Cambridge researchers find 4,000-year-old Egyptian handprint
York man with rare blood type makes 100th donation
Robert Boocock, a resident of York, has been a dedicated blood donor with a rare B-negative blood type for the past 40 years. Inspired by his uncle, who was also a long-time blood donor, Boocock recently celebrated his 100th blood donation this year. With fewer than 20,000 B-negative blood donors in England, Boocock’s contributions have… Continue reading York man with rare blood type makes 100th donation