Is the UK-France migrants returns deal workable?

A migrant’s legal victory in the UK has caused a setback for the government’s efforts to deport individuals who arrived in the country by small boats. The High Court granted a 25-year-old Eritrean man a temporary reprieve from being sent to France, where removal flights were set to begin under the government’s ‘one in, one… Continue reading Is the UK-France migrants returns deal workable?

Anglesey: Insect 'extinct since 2016' found in Wales

A rare species of caddisfly, believed to have been extinct in Britain since 2016, has been unexpectedly discovered in north Wales. The limnephilus pati was spotted during a survey at Cors Goch Nature Reserve on Anglesey, where it joins just two other locations in the country where this species can be found – Market Weston… Continue reading Anglesey: Insect 'extinct since 2016' found in Wales

Tanning firm's claim that sunbeds reduce cancer ruled 'irresponsible'

A tanning salon chain based in Scotland has been reprimanded by the advertising watchdog for making “irresponsible” claims about the health benefits of sunbed use. Indigo Sun, which operates over 100 tanning salons across the UK, came under fire for stating that moderate sunbed use could reduce deaths from cancer and heart disease based on… Continue reading Tanning firm's claim that sunbeds reduce cancer ruled 'irresponsible'

'Forgotten' royal castle uncovered at Finlaggan on Islay

A castle that had been long forgotten was recently unearthed on a picturesque Hebridean island, revealing a piece of history that dates back over 700 years. Archaeologists working on the Isle of Islay believe that the castle, located on two small islands in a loch at Finlaggan, was once the grand residence of kings who… Continue reading 'Forgotten' royal castle uncovered at Finlaggan on Islay

Trump UK visit: See the pomp, pageantry and protests

d-text-wrapper”> How the government plans to raise billions with health plans Boris Johnson has spoken to BBC News, and says preventing ill health is “better than a cure”. 18 Jun 2025 UK Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More

US to invest £150bn in UK, promising thousands of jobs

During the recent state visit of US President Donald Trump, a groundbreaking £150bn investment package from the United States into the United Kingdom was unveiled. This deal, touted as the largest commercial agreement of its kind, is expected to generate over 7,600 high-quality jobs across the country. The primary contributor to this investment is Blackstone,… Continue reading US to invest £150bn in UK, promising thousands of jobs

Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai

Four prominent Scottish gangland figures have been apprehended in Dubai. On Tuesday, Steven Lyons, Ross McGill, Stephen Jamieson, and Steven Larwood were taken into custody, as confirmed by BBC Scotland News. Authorities believe that all four individuals are connected to criminal activities ranging from drug importing to a feud between rival criminal factions in Glasgow… Continue reading Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai

Heavy rain to continue after UK weather warning comes to end

Rainfall continues to plague the United Kingdom, threatening flooding and travel disruptions in the most severely impacted areas. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain in South Wales until Wednesday evening, with predictions of 30-40mm of rainfall and up to 70mm in certain regions. This ongoing wet spell is attributed to… Continue reading Heavy rain to continue after UK weather warning comes to end

Southern Trust: Appointments cancelled as hospitals reconnect IT systems

An incident involving major IT issues in the Southern Health Trust area has resulted in the cancellation of most planned surgeries and outpatient hospital appointments on Thursday. The problem began on Wednesday, leading to ambulances being diverted away from Daisy Hill Hospital and Craigavon Area Hospital. The nature of the IT issue, declared a major… Continue reading Southern Trust: Appointments cancelled as hospitals reconnect IT systems

Newspaper headlines: 'Trump and circumstance' and 'Maddie suspect freed'

The US president’s second state visit has been described as “Trump and circumstance” by Metro. The paper highlights the elaborate nature of the visit, noting that “1500 troops, gun salute, flypasts bands and jokes with Charles” were in attendance, while the public was excluded from the festivities. On the front page of the Daily Express,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Trump and circumstance' and 'Maddie suspect freed'