Category: UK News

Lewis Adams reported from Essex for BBC News that flights have resumed at London Southend Airport after being temporarily suspended following a tragic plane crash that resulted in the deaths of four individuals. The incident took place on Sunday, claiming the lives of nurse Maria Fernanda Rojaz Ortiz, the pilot, co-pilot, and another passenger. The… Continue reading London Southend Airport reopens after four killed in plane crash

A promotional advertisement for Trip drinks has recently been banned due to unauthorized claims that the beverage can induce a sense of calm. The advertisement, featuring ingredients such as cucumber, mint, and magnesium, also suggested that it could help reduce stress and anxiety. However, an investigation by the advertising watchdog revealed that such assertions do… Continue reading Trip drink advert banned for claiming it makes you calm

In a recent cyber-attack on the Co-op, the chief executive confirmed that all 6.5 million members had their data stolen. Shirine Khoury-Haq expressed her devastation over the situation, particularly for the impact it had on colleagues who tried to contain the breach. The stolen information consisted of names, addresses, and contact details, with no financial… Continue reading Co-op boss says sorry to 6.5m people who had data stolen in hack

Brian Leishman, a Scottish MP, recently found himself suspended by the Labour party due to his refusal to support policies that he believes would negatively impact the well-being of his constituents. Alongside two other Labour MPs, Neil Duncan-Jordan and Chris Hinchliff, Leishman lost the party whip for violating party discipline, leading them to now sit… Continue reading Brian Leishman criticises Labour policies after suspension

Tragedy struck at the Ironman 70.3 Swansea triathlon event last weekend, as an athlete passed away after competing, as confirmed by the organizers. The athlete encountered difficulties during the swim portion of the race, prompting immediate medical attention when safety officials on the swim course noticed the distress. Despite efforts to provide ongoing medical care,… Continue reading Swansea Ironman competitor dies after race

In Liverpool, a man named Matthew Cumpsty was sentenced after causing a chaotic crash involving a tractor and two terraced homes while under the influence of drugs. The incident occurred on April 1st when Cumpsty crashed his silver Mercedes into a tractor pulling a large tanker on the A51 Vicars Cross Road in Chester. It… Continue reading Watch: Moment tractor swerves off road and ploughs into homes

Political reporter Joshua Nevett has reported that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has taken action against four Labour MPs for repeated breaches of party discipline. The BBC has confirmed that Neil Duncan-Jordan, Brian Leishman, Chris Hinchliff, and Rachael Maskell have had the party whip removed, resulting in them now sitting as independents in the House… Continue reading Keir Starmer suspends Labour MPs for breaching party discipline

Political reporter Becky Morton and political correspondent Jack Fenwick reported that former Conservative ministers are under scrutiny for a data breach that exposed the personal information of thousands of Afghan allies of British forces. Sir Keir Starmer, the prime minister, emphasized that problems inherited by his government included a super-injunction and a costly “secret route”… Continue reading Afghan data breach raises serious questions for Tories, Keir Starmer says

In 2022, a troubling incident unfolded when it was revealed that a British official accidentally exposed the personal information of numerous Afghans who had requested to relocate to the UK following the Taliban’s takeover. The breach was brought to the attention of the previous government in August 2023 after some of the sensitive details surfaced… Continue reading The Afghan data breach explained… in one minute

A youth has confessed to hurling a large seat from the top floor of an east London shopping center as part of an internet prank, narrowly avoiding hitting shoppers below. The incident, which took place at Westfield in Stratford on 1 March, was captured on video and quickly gained traction online. The teenager, along with… Continue reading Teenager admits throwing seat off Stratford Westfield top floor