Category: UK News

The water level in Backwater Reservoir in Angus, which supplies water to the Dundee area, was severely impacted by this year’s weather in Scotland. Known for its abundant rainfall in the past, Scotland faced one of the driest springs since 1964 and a scorching hot summer. As a result, water levels across the country plummeted,… Continue reading Rivers at critical level as Scotland's water supplies feel the strain

Authorities have initiated a murder probe following the death of a man in Newcastle, County Down. The incident occurred around 22:30 BST in Slievenabrock Avenue on Sunday. Law enforcement officials will be present in and around the area throughout the day, with cordons still in place, according to the police. PSNI Det Ch Insp Kerrie… Continue reading Murder inquiry after man's death in Newcastle

A valuable energy resource lies trapped deep within underground rocks in the UK, known as shale gas, and the process of extracting it, called fracking, has been a contentious issue for politicians. Despite numerous bans on fracking due to concerns about earthquakes and environmental impact, Reform UK, currently leading in national opinion polls, is advocating… Continue reading Get ready for fracking, Reform UK tells energy firms

The Notting Hill Carnival kicked off in west London with a burst of color and energy, marking the beginning of the largest street party in Europe. Musicians and dancers adorned in vibrant costumes flooded the streets for the children’s parade, setting a lively and festive tone for the day. The celebrations commenced with J’ouvert at… Continue reading Watch: Notting Hill Carnival kicks off with the children's parade

Ben Rich, Lead Weather Presenter The summer of 2025 has been a whirlwind of extreme weather events, from heatwaves and hosepipe bans to flooding rain and Storm Floris. Despite this variety, one common theme has emerged – the consistent warmth throughout the season. With the UK experiencing its second-warmest June on record followed by the… Continue reading UK weather: Has the British summer changed beyond recognition?

Chris Strong’s family experienced a tragic end to what was supposed to be a dream trip to Scotland. His wife Katie, along with her brother and mother, had come all the way from the US to the Scottish Highlands to visit locations from their favorite TV series, Outlander. Unfortunately, they never made it back home… Continue reading Lives torn apart by fatal crashes on the A9, Scotland's longest road

US President Donald Trump has put a halt on Ukraine’s use of long-range missiles aimed at attacking deep into Russian territory, as reported by the Daily Telegraph. The decision, part of a Pentagon review mechanism limiting long-range strikes, was made in an effort to encourage Russian President Vladimir Putin to engage in negotiations. Consequently, Kyiv… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Trump cuts off Kyiv's missiles' and 'New blonde look'

Alyce Rocha’s daily routine is far from the traditional nine-to-five setup. Rather than enduring endless Teams meetings, she immerses herself in the virtual world of an ambitious Mafia member in 1900s Sicily. Operating under the moniker Alyska, she transformed her passion for gaming into a full-time career, captivating a total of 585,000 followers through live… Continue reading Women in gaming: Twitch streamer Alyska and the female gamers defying stereotypes

Awaiting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Gaza scholars are on the edge of their seats as they anticipate an evacuation to the UK to pursue their studies. Among them is Mahmoud, a 27-year-old doctor with a prestigious scholarship to study global health policy at the London School of Economics. While celebrating their university placements, the students in… Continue reading Gaza scholars await UK evacuation to pursue studies

The increasing cost of living has sparked a new trend in holidaying that not only benefits grandparents but also strengthens family bonds, experts reveal. This phenomenon, known as “gramping,” involves grandparents taking their grandchildren on holiday, allowing the younger generation to create lasting memories with their elders. An example of this trend is seen in… Continue reading Holidays with grandparents 'on the up' amid summer childcare cost