Category: UK News

Maurice Jones, a West Midlands-based rock promoter, played a crucial but often overlooked role in the organization of Live Aid, the iconic concert that took place 40 years ago. On July 13, 1985, the world witnessed an extraordinary lineup of music legends such as Queen, Madonna, Paul McCartney, David Bowie, Tina Turner, and U2, who… Continue reading Live Aid at 40: 'My Wednesbury father was an unsung hero of the concert'

As the UK continues to sizzle under the summer sun, temperatures are expected to reach highs of 31C on Sunday, marking the country’s third heatwave of the year. However, relief is in sight as a cooler change is predicted for Monday, with heavy rain spells anticipated by the Met Office. Amber heat health alerts remain… Continue reading Heatwave continues across UK ahead of Monday temperature dip

8. “I feel like this has been a lonely battle that I have been fighting,” she said. “It should never have taken this long. But we’re where we are.  “I did it for my mother, and for John and William.” Anna said the excavation is necessary to reveal the full extent of what happened at… Continue reading Tuam: Ireland

Culture reporter Annabel Rackham reported on Drake’s triumphant return to the stage after a tumultuous few months. The rapper faced backlash and legal issues following Kendrick Lamar’s accusations during the Super Bowl halftime show, but he silenced critics by headlining three nights at London’s Wireless Festival. Performing for over 150,000 fans, Drake proved that he… Continue reading Drake's still relevant – as his famous friends will tell you

Next week, discussions are set to take place between Health Secretary Wes Streeting and the British Medical Association (BMA) in an attempt to prevent strike action within England’s NHS, as reported by the BBC. Resident doctors, formerly known as junior doctors, have revealed their plans for a five-day walkout from July 25th to July 30th… Continue reading NHS doctors' strike: Health secretary and BMA to meet next week

In the heart of Stratford, east London, Better Dairy, a British start-up, is revolutionizing the cheese industry with its lab-grown cheese – a product that has never been produced using traditional dairy methods. The company claims that its cheese tastes just like the real thing, marking a significant leap in the technology of food production.… Continue reading Lab-grown cheese is coming – but would you eat it?

Jess Basey-Fisher, a 53-year-old nurse living in Carleton St Peter in Norfolk, received shocking news six years ago from her father, Nicholas, as she held her mother’s ashes. Nicholas disclosed that Jess’s mother, Ann, had a secret – she had given birth to a baby boy before meeting him and put the child up for… Continue reading 'I found my brother in Australia, just in time to make memories'

Walter Renwick came under intense scrutiny following the illegal felling of the renowned Sycamore Gap tree. Despite suspicions and accusations from online investigators, it was not him who committed the act. As false allegations swirled around him, including police searches of his home and the removal of a chainsaw, Renwick found himself at the center… Continue reading The people wrongly accused of cutting the Sycamore Gap tree down

e town of Port Talbot in the background”>Getty Images What future for steel towns like Port Talbot? But others think that clinging to steel jeopardises these towns’ futures. Katie Bradley of the New Economics Foundation says that towns like Scunthorpe have more than one route to prosperity besides steel. “With the right support, towns that… Continue reading Trump's tariffs add to fears in the UK's struggling steel towns

This year, Love Island is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, but the reasons behind this phenomena are multifaceted. The show is in its 12th series, and viewership is on the rise after a decline in recent years. With figures now comparable to the success of series eight, which introduced fan favorites like Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, Indiyah… Continue reading Love Island: Has TikTok got us hooked again?