Category: UK News

Sir Ian McGeechan, former Scotland and British and Irish Lions head coach, has revealed that he is battling prostate cancer. The 78-year-old, who won 32 caps for Scotland and captained them nine times, disclosed that he recently completed a six-week course of radiotherapy. McGeechan, currently serving as the consultant director of rugby at Championship club… Continue reading Sir Ian McGeechan: Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions head coach says he has prostate cancer

In the midst of ongoing industrial action in Birmingham, opposition politicians are refuting claims made by the city council that bin collections are operating at normal levels. The strike, initiated by refuse workers from the Unite union in March over disagreements about changes in roles and pay, has garnered global attention with images of extensive… Continue reading Birmingham bin collections not back to normal, politicians say

BBC News NI journalist Catherine Moore reported on the disturbing case of Samantha Cookes, a serial con-artist who preyed on families by posing as a child therapist. Cookes, utilizing multiple false identities such as a nanny, arts teacher, and surrogate mother, defrauded families in the UK and Ireland from 2011 to 2024. Her deceptive actions… Continue reading Samantha Cookes: 'I was scared con-artist would abduct my child'

Sean Coughlan, a royal correspondent, reported that public funding for the Royal Household has seen a significant increase in real terms since 2012. The Sovereign Grant, which supports the monarchy through taxpayer money, was initially set at £31m annually in 2012 but has now soared to £132m. This marks an approximately threefold rise in value… Continue reading Public funding for royals triples since 2012 because of Palace works

In a recent interview with BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, actor Danny Dyer revealed that a letter from his daughter Dani, received while at a rehab facility in 2016, was the turning point that made him continue his treatment. Despite feeling like he had reached his limit and was ready to leave, the heartfelt… Continue reading Danny Dyer continued rehab after letter from daughter Dani

Samii Wood, a 41-year-old professional cuddler based in Bedford, regularly organizes group cuddle sessions known as “cuddle puddles.” These gatherings involve participants coming together to share platonic touch and comfort in a nest of cushions and blankets. Samii, who also offers one-to-one cuddle therapy, strongly believes in the healing power of human touch. She emphasizes… Continue reading Bedford “professional cuddler” spreads word on benefits of touch

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A livestock farmer, David Thornley, is considering taking legal action against East Midlands Airport, alleging that a leaking pipe led to pollution of the brook that flows through his leased grazing land. Thornley claims that 25 of his 100 ewes lost valuable pedigree lambs after drinking from Diseworth Brook in Leicestershire in 2022. An incident… Continue reading Polluted airport water 'destroyed my unborn lambs'

The latest front pages of various newspapers are filled with intriguing stories and eye-catching headlines. The Observer, under new management, features a striking photo of US President Donald Trump’s family, labeling them as “The firm: Trump Inc and the new age of corruption”. On a different note, the Daily Mail highlights the government’s crackdown on… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Crime-committing migrants 'kicked out' and 'Trump Inc'

Southampton fans have faced a tough season, culminating in their relegation a considerable time before Easter. However, the class of 2025 managed to escape becoming a trivia question by surpassing Derby County’s record low total of 11 points from the 2007-08 Premier League season. Despite the challenges they faced, Southampton held on in a recent… Continue reading Southampton: Bottom club reach 12 points after draw with Manchester City