UK set for talks over access to EU defence loans scheme

In the upcoming weeks, the UK is gearing up to engage in discussions regarding the participation of British companies in military projects supported by EU defence loans. The European Commission is gearing up to issue billions of pounds in loans to EU countries to facilitate joint weapons acquisitions. British officials are eager to finalize an… Continue reading UK set for talks over access to EU defence loans scheme

Key takeaways from the Trump-Starmer press conference

Following the conclusion of US President Donald Trump’s second state visit to the UK, he and Sir Keir Starmer held a joint press conference at the PM’s country residence Chequers. The press conference, which lasted nearly an hour, covered various topics from global affairs to domestic politics. Trump expressed his positive sentiments towards the UK,… Continue reading Key takeaways from the Trump-Starmer press conference

People smuggling: 'I now have a home' says football coach after ordeal

Yousuf Mohammad has gone through a remarkable journey from his days playing for Somalia’s national team to coaching boys and girls at south Belfast’s Rosario FC, overcoming violence, extortion, and a strong will to survive in the process. The desire for a life free from the horrors of suicide bombings, random killings, and the dangerous… Continue reading People smuggling: 'I now have a home' says football coach after ordeal

Scotland becoming less tolerant to immigration – Humza Yousaf

Political correspondent Nick Eardley reports that Scotland is witnessing a shift towards less tolerance of immigration, as former first minister Humza Yousaf points out. Yousaf emphasizes that the “toxicity” surrounding the immigration debate in England has seeped into Scotland, leading to growing intolerance in both public and political spheres. This revelation was made during a… Continue reading Scotland becoming less tolerant to immigration – Humza Yousaf

University students like me are happier living at home – here's why

A new trend has emerged among university students as more and more are opting to live at home with their families instead of moving into traditional student accommodation. Kirsty Holpin, a 23-year-old psychology and criminology student at the University of South Wales, is one such student. She drives 35 minutes from her home in Fochriw,… Continue reading University students like me are happier living at home – here's why

MI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in Russia

MI6 has unveiled a new initiative to recruit spies through a dedicated portal on the dark web, with a specific focus on targeting potential agents from Russia. The secure messaging platform Silent Courier is being introduced to make it easier for the intelligence agency to attract new recruits, as stated by the Foreign Office. This… Continue reading MI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in Russia

Former S4C boss sues channel after Mike Phillips Welsh row

A lawsuit has been filed against Welsh-language broadcaster S4C by former chief content officer Llinos Griffin-Williams, seeking £560,000 for loss of earnings. Griffin-Williams was terminated from her six-figure job in 2023 amid allegations of misconduct, including being intoxicated and verbally abusing former rugby player Mike Phillips at the Rugby World Cup in Nantes. She has… Continue reading Former S4C boss sues channel after Mike Phillips Welsh row

No outside pressure to drop China spying charges, says CPS head

In a surprising turn of events, England and Wales’s chief prosecutor, Stephen Parkinson, has defended his organization’s decision to drop charges against two British men accused of spying for China. Christopher Cash, a former parliamentary researcher, and Christopher Berry, a teacher, had vehemently denied the allegations made against them. The case against them was dropped… Continue reading No outside pressure to drop China spying charges, says CPS head

Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders

Political reporter Joshua Nevett reported on Donald Trump’s remarks during his recent state visit to the UK, where he suggested that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer could utilize the military to address illegal migration issues. Trump indicated that he had discussed migration concerns with Sir Keir at Chequers, the country residence. Drawing parallels between the… Continue reading Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders

James McMurdock investigated over alleged racial abuse on X

An investigation is currently underway regarding allegations of racial abuse against a Sky News journalist by a former Reform UK MP, James McMurdock. McMurdock, who represents South Basildon and East Thurrock in Essex, allegedly made a post on X that included a racial slur. Despite the accusations, a spokesperson for McMurdock dismissed the incident as… Continue reading James McMurdock investigated over alleged racial abuse on X