Next year in London, the famous concert Live Aid will be adapted into a stage musical called Just For One Day. Live Aid was originally organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure in 1985 to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia. The concert featured performances by legendary acts, including Queen, U2, Sir Elton John,… Continue reading Geldof on Live Aid musical: 'Stage Bob' sings better than me
Category: UK News
Sunak: Tackling inflation our 'most important priority'
In his latest interview with the BBC, the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, stated that he is not prepared to commit to lowering taxes prior to the next election. Instead, he emphasized that his objective is to prioritize the fight against inflation. Sunak explained that the country is yearning for a shift in processes, and that… Continue reading Sunak: Tackling inflation our 'most important priority'
Explosion at Oxfordshire recycling plant after lightning strike
A gas explosion was caused by a lightning strike at a food waste recycling plant in Oxfordshire. At the Severn Trent Green Power Plant at Cassington, the blast caused one of its biogas tanks to explode. The fireball from the explosion was reportedly seen lighting up the night sky by witnesses. The company reported that… Continue reading Explosion at Oxfordshire recycling plant after lightning strike
Psychoactive drugs making inmates violent and aggressive
Prisons in Scotland are facing a new wave of psychoactive drugs smuggled in by drones, leading to violent and aggressive behaviour among inmates. According to Fiona Cruickshanks, the governor of HMP Edinburgh, synthetic drugs and new forms of “street” benzodiazepines are having extreme reactions due to their increased potency. Although traditional narcotics such as heroin… Continue reading Psychoactive drugs making inmates violent and aggressive
Rosie Hughes: Unlocking defences, locking cell doors
Rosie Hughes has made a name for herself as the star striker of Wrexham Women FC, a football club now owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Hughes has not only signed a semi-professional contract but has also appeared on television with Hollywood royalty, met actual royalty, and even scored a winning goal… Continue reading Rosie Hughes: Unlocking defences, locking cell doors
Captain charged in connection with Cork drugs seizure
An Iranian national and captain of the MV Matthew, Soheil Jelveh, has been charged on drugs offences in connection with the record-breaking 2.2 tonnes of cocaine found on board the cargo ship last week. Jelveh, who was airlifted from the bulk carrier when a request for urgent medical assistance was issued, appeared at Wexford District… Continue reading Captain charged in connection with Cork drugs seizure
Watch: Young Tories say what they'd do as PM
As the Conservative Party Conference kicks off in Manchester this week, young conservatives have been vocalizing their aspirations to become the Prime Minister, and what they would do to bring about a change if they had the power to do so for a day. One young conservative, Alice, 22, from Buckinghamshire, believes that she has… Continue reading Watch: Young Tories say what they'd do as PM
Not all renters smoke weed or are in gangs, minister says
The UK’s housing minister has defended the country’s plans to strengthen renters’ rights by saying that not all renters are “bad people” who smoke weed and are in gangs. Rachel Maclean explained that the UK government is committed to the Renters Reform Bill, which would ban landlords in England from evicting tenants without sound justification.… Continue reading Not all renters smoke weed or are in gangs, minister says
UK Windows and Doors: 500 jobs to go as firm goes bust
Over 500 people have lost their jobs as UK Windows and Doors has been placed into administration. Administrators said that the jobs will be lost at sites in Williamstown, Taff’s Well, Llwynypia, and Treorchy, all of which are located in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Additionally, 67 jobs at sites in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, and Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, will… Continue reading UK Windows and Doors: 500 jobs to go as firm goes bust
Don't give up on HS2, Tory mayor Andy Street urges Rishi Sunak
The West Midlands Conservative mayor, Andy Street, has warned that cancelling the Manchester leg of HS2 would be tantamount to “cancelling the future”. Street’s comments were made in response to long-standing reports that the prime minister may soon announce the project’s cancellation. Street subsequently implored the Prime Minister to “stay the course” and avert damage… Continue reading Don't give up on HS2, Tory mayor Andy Street urges Rishi Sunak