No 10 and the Foreign Office were in possession of supportive emails between Lord Mandelson and paedophile Jeffrey Epstein when the prime minister initially defended the former ambassador on Wednesday, according to information obtained by the BBC. It was indicated that although Sir Keir was backing Lord Mandelson at Prime Minister’s Questions, he was not… Continue reading Starmer defended Mandelson after officials knew about Epstein emails, BBC understands
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Fussy eaters: Expert tips for making mealtimes less stressful
Encouraging healthy eating habits in children can be a challenging task for many parents. According to the NHS, over half of children will exhibit fussy eating habits at some stage. Charlotte Stirling-Reed, a child and baby nutritionist, emphasizes the importance of not blaming oneself for this common developmental phase. She reassures parents that they are… Continue reading Fussy eaters: Expert tips for making mealtimes less stressful
Sir Kenneth Branagh returns to the RSC for first time in 30 years
ading role in Henry V at the age of 27, becoming the youngest actor/director to produce and star in a Shakespeare film adaptation. He went on to direct and star in film adaptations of Much Ado About Nothing, Hamlet, Love’s Labour’s Lost, and As You Like It. His passion for Shakespeare has never waned, just… Continue reading Sir Kenneth Branagh returns to the RSC for first time in 30 years
Millions missing out on benefits and government support, analysis suggests
Millions of households across England, Scotland, and Wales are overlooking £24 billion in financial assistance and support, according to recent analysis by Policy in Practice, a social policy and data analytics firm. The research highlights that the main obstacles preventing individuals from claiming these benefits and social tariffs are awareness, complexity, and stigma. These benefits… Continue reading Millions missing out on benefits and government support, analysis suggests
Freshers' week: What I wish I knew before going to university
m/web/20250905-110137-f27f908f49-web-2.29.1-3/grey-placeholder.png” aria-label=”image unavailable”> Zara Oldham, a politics and Chinese student at Glasgow University, says it’s also okay to let a friendship go if things aren’t working out. “I think it’s really useful to have different friends for different aspects of your life and if someone’s not in your life, that’s totally okay,” Zara says. In… Continue reading Freshers' week: What I wish I knew before going to university
Suspended London Pride boss ordered to hand back bank accounts
The recent court order has instructed the former chief executive of Pride in London to relinquish access to the company’s bank accounts amid an investigation into suspected financial misconduct. Christopher Joell-Deshields, who assumed the role in 2021, was removed from his position and accused of utilizing vouchers from sponsors for personal gain, prompting his suspension.… Continue reading Suspended London Pride boss ordered to hand back bank accounts
The brutal gangland feud behind the shooting of a little girl
the stolen car after the shooting. Despite the violence and chaos created by these gangs, many in the Turkish community want nothing to do with them and are just trying to live their lives peacefully. The ongoing feud between the Hackney Turks and Tottenham Turks highlights the dangers of gang violence and the devastating impact… Continue reading The brutal gangland feud behind the shooting of a little girl
Lyra McKee award 'motivation' for journalists around the world
Salma Niazi, recipient of the 2025 One Young World ‘Lyra McKee Award for Bravery’, emphasized the importance of spreading awareness about Lyra’s legacy on a global scale. Niazi earned the accolade for her dedicated reporting on the rights of women in Afghanistan during a tumultuous period following the Taliban’s resurgence to power in 2021. The… Continue reading Lyra McKee award 'motivation' for journalists around the world
Caernarfon couple among those in Wales 'let down' by dementia care
Moira Owens, from Caernarfon, Gwynedd, found herself without support after her husband, Idwal Owens, was diagnosed with vascular dementia six years ago. The shock of the diagnosis left Moira feeling unprepared and helpless, as she was only given a “wad of leaflets” by the consultant after the news. The lack of guidance and assistance left… Continue reading Caernarfon couple among those in Wales 'let down' by dementia care
Jaguar Land Rover suppliers 'face bankruptcy' due to hack crisis
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has been dealing with a significant crisis over the past two weeks, and unfortunately, there seems to be no end in sight. Following a cyber attack that was first discovered on September 1st, the car manufacturer was forced to shut down its computer systems and halt production globally. This has led… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover suppliers 'face bankruptcy' due to hack crisis