Category: UK News

The Royal Welsh show is the center of attention as the Welsh government unveils its Sustainable Farming Scheme, offering Welsh farmers a glimpse into their future subsidies. The scheme, which replaces EU-era payments, has sparked mixed responses as farmers and wildlife groups voice their opinions. While the scheme has been revised to address industry and… Continue reading Royal Welsh Show: Dust 'still needs to settle' on farming subsidy plans

A protest at a hotel used to house asylum seekers in Epping, Essex, turned violent as demonstrators threw bottles and smoke flares towards police vehicles. The gathering of more than 1,000 people was organized for 18:00 BST, leading to one arrest by Essex Police. This unrest stemmed from the recent arrest and charge of an… Continue reading Protesters gather in Epping as bottles and flares are thrown

A tragic incident occurred in the French Alps, where a British woman lost her life while participating in a white-water rafting excursion. The unfortunate incident took place on the Guisane river in Briancon, a commune nestled in the picturesque setting of the Alps. According to regional prosecutor Marion Lozac’hmeur, the woman fell from her raft… Continue reading British woman dies after rafting incident in French Alps

Ellen DeGeneres, the famous US TV star, recently made her first public appearance in the UK since moving there, following the re-election of Donald Trump as US president. Speaking in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, DeGeneres expressed her fondness for life in the UK, citing reasons such as the consideration of re-marrying with wife Portia de Rossi due… Continue reading Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Donald Trump

The A396 Cutcombe Hill crash remains under investigation, according to a police spokesperson. Meanwhile, Minehead Middle School, which caters to students aged between nine and 14, was closed on Friday. Mourners gathered at the school gates to pay their respects and leave tributes in the wake of the tragic event. Laura Mackie, the school’s head… Continue reading Four remain in hospital after Somerset school coach crash

Scottie Scheffler claimed victory at The Open Championship, dominating the final round at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. Less than an hour after teeing off, Scheffler had secured his first Open title with a commanding lead over the field. His three birdies in the round highlighted his dominance, with the only question remaining being whether… Continue reading The Open 2025: Scottie Scheffler completes dominant win at Royal Portrush

Three individuals have been charged under the Terrorism Act after a van was deliberately crashed into the perimeter fence of a defense factory located in Edinburgh. The women, aged 31, 34, and 42, were taken into custody in connection with the event at Leonardo UK’s facility on Crewe Road North earlier this week. Authorities from… Continue reading Three women charged under Terrorism Act over van crash

In a remarkable feat of endurance, Scottish ultra-runner Anna Rutherford astounded spectators by finishing the 100-mile Rat Race from Bamburgh Castle to Edinburgh Castle long before any other competitor. Completing the grueling race in just 17 hours and 23 minutes, Anna crossed the finish line more than two hours ahead of the closest male runner.… Continue reading Scottish runner finishes ultra-marathon two hours ahead of competitors

In a disturbing incident in east Belfast, a police officer sustained scald injuries to his chest and chin after an unknown liquid was thrown at him while attempting to apprehend a man armed with a knife at the scene of a fire. The situation escalated when firefighters also faced threats from the knife-wielding individual, leading… Continue reading East Belfast fire: Officer scalded while arresting knife suspect

During a recent performance at the Royal Opera House, a cast member caused a stir by unfurling a Palestinian flag on stage during a curtain call. The incident took place on the closing night of the four-act opera Il trovatore by Giuseppe Verdi. Video footage captured a brief scuffle as an official at the London… Continue reading Performer launches Gaza flag protest on Royal Opera House stage