Manchester synagogue attacker named as Jihad Al-Shamie

The recent tragic event that took place at a synagogue in Manchester has left the community in shock. The attacker, identified as Jihad Al-Shamie, was a 35-year-old British man of Syrian descent. The incident resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to three others. The attack occurred when a car was driven into… Continue reading Manchester synagogue attacker named as Jihad Al-Shamie

Surgeon whose failures contributed to several deaths continues to work for NHS

investigation was ongoing. The General Medical Council is also continuing its review. Mr Vincent has since left his role at the hospital and an external review of the cardiac unit is ongoing – one of the recommendations from the internal investigation into Ms Booth. It is understood the hospital informed Mr Philip’s family of the… Continue reading Surgeon whose failures contributed to several deaths continues to work for NHS

Scots on intercepted Gaza aid flotilla detained in Israel

Four individuals from Scotland were among hundreds of activists detained by Israeli forces following the interception of an aid flotilla en route to Gaza. MSPs in the Scottish parliament identified Jim Hickey, Margaret Pancetta, Yvonne Ridley, and Sid Khan as the detainees. First Minister John Swinney stated that he would maintain close communication with the… Continue reading Scots on intercepted Gaza aid flotilla detained in Israel

Baroness Mone accuses chancellor of 'inflammatory' language

Baroness Michelle Mone is facing backlash after a firm associated with her and her husband was ordered to pay £122m for breaching a Covid-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) contract. Accusations of using “dangerous and inflammatory” language have been directed at the chancellor in connection to this incident. During a fringe event at Labour’s party conference,… Continue reading Baroness Mone accuses chancellor of 'inflammatory' language

Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray dies aged 68

Beloved actor Patrick Murray, known for his role as Mickey Pearce in the iconic British comedy series Only Fools And Horses, has passed away at the age of 68. His character Mickey Pearce was a friend to Del Boy and Rodney Trotter, played by Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst, respectively, appearing in 20 episodes… Continue reading Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray dies aged 68

Apology needed for Covid errors, ex-children's commissioner says

The former children’s commissioner for England, Baroness Anne Longfield, is urging the Prime Minister to issue a formal apology to children once the Covid inquiry concludes. She highlighted the “avoidable mistakes” made by the government during the pandemic, emphasizing that adults were prioritized over children, with schools opening after pubs, shops, and theme parks. Baroness… Continue reading Apology needed for Covid errors, ex-children's commissioner says

Ely riots: People threw slate 'like frisbees', riot trial told

During a riot in Cardiff two years ago, a police officer shared the terrifying experience of people throwing slate “like they were throwing frisbees.” The violence erupted following the tragic deaths of two teenage boys in Ely, leading to eight defendants facing charges of rioting in May 2023. PC Dan Rogers from South Wales Police… Continue reading Ely riots: People threw slate 'like frisbees', riot trial told

Michelle Mone should be stripped of peerage, says Badenoch

Baroness Michelle Mone, a Glaswegian entrepreneur, is facing calls from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch to have her peerage revoked. The reason behind this is a recent court ruling that ordered Mone’s company, PPE Medro, to repay £122m to the UK government for breaching a Covid contract. Badenoch expressed her stance on the matter, stating that… Continue reading Michelle Mone should be stripped of peerage, says Badenoch

'I'm not resigning', Met Police chief says after BBC investigation

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has made it clear that he has no intention of resigning from his position, despite the revealing findings of a Panorama investigation uncovering misogyny and racism within the force. Addressing the rumors circulating within the Met about his potential resignation, Sir Mark asserted that those pushing for him to… Continue reading 'I'm not resigning', Met Police chief says after BBC investigation