Category: UK News

An advocate against knife crimes, Wes Cunliffe from Newport, has shed light on a concerning trend where teenagers are purchasing stab vests online and wearing them to school out of fear. This revelation comes amid a heightened sense of anxiety surrounding knife-related incidents, prompting young individuals in the area to take matters into their own… Continue reading Knife crime fears in Wales see 'Temu stab vest purchases'

A grand event is in full swing at Aintree racecourse as thousands of racegoers gather for the annual Ladies Day, which is a significant part of the Grand National Festival. This day is highly anticipated in Liverpool’s social calendar, where attendees are encouraged to showcase their best attire. The event is expected to draw over… Continue reading Thousands enjoy day at Aintree's Grand National Ladies Day

A candidate from Reform UK has been suspended from the party following the discovery of social media posts expressing admiration for Jimmy Savile, a notorious serial sex abuser. Stephen Hartley, who was supposed to represent Reform UK in the Banbury Hardwick ward during the upcoming local elections in Oxfordshire County Council, admitted to endorsing Savile… Continue reading Reform UK: Stephen Hartley suspended after pro-Jimmy Savile tweets

Political reporter Becky Morton brought to light the tension between the United Kingdom and the United States as President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on nearly all UK exports to the US. Despite ongoing negotiations for an economic deal, the UK government has not ruled out retaliating against these tariffs. The global stock markets… Continue reading No 10 rejects David Lammy suggestion of US protectionism

A tragic case unfolded in Liverpool when Joanne Sharkey, a seemingly ordinary council worker, was charged with the 1998 killing of her baby boy. Residents in the neighborhood expressed shock and disbelief at the news, highlighting the incongruity between Sharkey’s public persona and the heinous crime she was accused of committing. The case had remained… Continue reading Mum who killed her baby 'haunted' by secret for 25 years

Recently disclosed documents reveal that Prince Andrew’s connection to an alleged Chinese spy raised concerns within his inner circle, indicating that his reputation had reached a critical low point. Dominic Hampshire, Andrew’s former advisor, saw the alleged spy, Yang Tengbo, as the only hope to salvage the prince’s image following his disastrous 2019 Newsnight interview.… Continue reading Prince Andrew: Secret papers reveal new details about links to Chinese 'spy'

Political reporter Joshua Nevett revealed that the Falkland Islands had been blindsided by the implementation of steep tariffs by US President Donald Trump, who identified them as one of the “worst offenders” on his list. Teslyn Barkman, responsible for trade in the Falklands’ parliament, expressed concern about the 42% tax that would affect the territory’s… Continue reading Falklands surprised to be on Trump's 'worst offenders' tariff list

Lead weather presenter Darren Bett reported that the UK experienced its warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures exceeding 23C (73F) in the southern part of England. Otterbourne in Hampshire recorded the highest temperature of 23.7C, surpassing the temperatures in Ibiza, Rhodes, and Cyprus. Conversely, Scotland and Northern Ireland saw cooler temperatures, with… Continue reading UK weather: Friday is officially the hottest day of the year so far

A historic canal facing a severe water shortage will be receiving an emergency water supply to prevent it from running dry within days. The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, managed by the Canal and River Trust, has diverted funds meant for repairs to purchase a temporary water supply from Welsh Water. However, this solution is only… Continue reading Emergency water supply for at-risk Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Jamie Greene, a former Member of the Scottish Parliament representing the Scottish Conservatives, made a surprising move by defecting to the Scottish Liberal Democrats. This decision took effect immediately, as Greene parted ways with his previous party. In a letter addressed to leader Russell Findlay, the West of Scotland MSP criticized the Scottish Tories for… Continue reading Former Scottish Conservative MSP Jamie Greene defects to Liberal Democrats