Category: UK News

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to visit Ukraine this weekend alongside other world leaders in an effort to pressure Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire in the ongoing war. Joining Sir Keir on the trip are President Emmanuel Macron of France, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and Germany’s new Chancellor Friedrich Merz,… Continue reading Keir Starmer to visit Ukraine to call for 30-day ceasefire in war

An alleged attack on a prison officer by convicted Southport killer Axel Rudakubana is currently under investigation by police, as reported by The Sun. The incident took place at HMP Belmarsh, where Rudakubana threw boiling water over the officer. The Prison Service emphasized that violence within prisons will not be tolerated, and they will seek… Continue reading Police investigate alleged attack on prison officer by Southport killer Axel Rudakubana

According to BBC News Investigations reporters Chris Bell and Tom Beal, six Bulgarian individuals convicted of spying for Russia are awaiting sentencing at the Old Bailey in London. These individuals, Orlin Roussev, Biser Dzhambazov, Katrin Ivanova, Tihomir Ivanchev, Ivan Stoyanov, and Vanya Gaberova, were involved in a spy ring orchestrated from a guest house in… Continue reading Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia face 'double figure sentences'

In Stoke-on-Trent, the hometown of the late heavy metal icon Lemmy Kilmister, a bronze-cast statue was revealed to the delight of music enthusiasts. The 2.25m black-coloured monument, situated in Market Place, was unveiled in honour of Lemmy, marking the 10th anniversary of his passing and the 50th anniversary of the formation of Motörhead. The hands… Continue reading Statue of Motörhead singer Lemmy Kilmister unveiled in Burslem

The Edinburgh Council has reported an attempted cyber attack on its education department. Staff noticed a suspicious meeting invitation that turned out to be a case of “spear phishing,” which impersonates a trusted source. As a precautionary measure, parents were informed that their children’s passwords have been reset. Consequently, students preparing for exams are currently… Continue reading Pupil passwords reset after Edinburgh council cyber attack

Simon Mann, the former British Army officer and mercenary involved in a failed coup attempt in Equatorial Guinea in 2004, has passed away from a heart attack while exercising, as confirmed by friends. At 72 years old, Mann had accumulated significant wealth by providing protection to businesses in areas of conflict before his involvement in… Continue reading Simon Mann: Mercenary and coup plotter dies

The Archbishop of Wales is facing pressure to step down following damning reports that exposed safeguarding concerns and inappropriate behavior at Bangor Cathedral in north Wales. The reports shed light on a culture where sexual boundaries were blurred, excessive alcohol consumption, and misconduct related to alcohol use and sexual behavior. In response, the Church in… Continue reading Bangor Cathedral: Calls for Archbishop of Wales to resign over reports

A London counter-terrorism investigation has led to the arrest of a fourth Iranian man. The Metropolitan Police announced that the 31-year-old individual was taken into custody in north-west London on Friday morning under the National Security Act. This recent arrest comes after three other men, also from Iran and aged 39, 44, and 55, were… Continue reading Fourth Iranian man arrested in London terror probe

Jessica Parker, a correspondent based in Berlin, reported that the main suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann is facing a new charge unrelated to the case. Christian Brückner is set to appear in court next week for allegedly insulting a prison staff member. The specific details of the accusation have not been disclosed, but… Continue reading Madeleine McCann suspect: Brückner faces a new unrelated charge

Political discussions between the United States and the United Kingdom regarding digital services continue to progress, as stated by the prime minister in recent reports. The UK’s Digital Services Tax (DST), which generates around £800m annually from US tech companies through a 2% levy, has been a focal point in talks between the two nations.… Continue reading Talks with US over digital services continue, says PM