Police have taken action against the influx of supercar drivers gathering in an affluent village, much to the dismay of local residents and businesses. Alderley Edge has become a hotspot for so-called “supercar meets” in recent years, a phenomenon that has been deemed illegal by authorities. The situation has caused significant disruption and frustration among… Continue reading Alderley Edge: Supercar dispersal order in affluent village
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Divers assess crack in hull of new Glen Sannox ferry
Divers are currently examining the new Glen Sannox vessel after a crack was discovered in its hull. The ferry, which has only been in operation since January, has faced setbacks after being delivered almost seven years late and costing more than four times the original contract price. As a result, all of the Glen Sannox’s… Continue reading Divers assess crack in hull of new Glen Sannox ferry
Talbot Green: Murder charges after Joanne Penney shot dead
A tragic incident occurred at a block of flats in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, where a 40-year-old woman, Joanne Penney, was shot dead on Sunday. Four individuals have been charged with murder in connection to her death. Among the suspects, three men and two women are facing serious allegations. The authorities are exploring various… Continue reading Talbot Green: Murder charges after Joanne Penney shot dead
My sister's months at sea after whale sunk boat
BBC News reporters Samantha Noble and Pamela Gupta presented the astounding tale of survival of Maralyn and Maurice Bailey, a couple from Derby who endured a harrowing shipwreck in 1973. The story began on March 4th, 1973, when their boat was struck by a whale in the Pacific Ocean, leading to its sinking. Adrift in… Continue reading My sister's months at sea after whale sunk boat
Storm Éowyn: Tree damage from storm 'unprecedented'
Storm Éowyn caused unprecedented devastation in Northern Ireland with winds exceeding 90mph on January 24th. The Forest Service Northern Ireland reported that hundreds of hectares of forestry were destroyed, resulting in tens of thousands of trees being damaged in forests and parks. This led to the suspension of scheduled felling in order to address the… Continue reading Storm Éowyn: Tree damage from storm 'unprecedented'
Anger as Selkirk ATMs keep running out of cash
Frustration is mounting in a small town as residents express their displeasure over the lack of cash availability in their area. The town of Selkirk, located in the Borders, has been facing issues with its only ATM regularly running out of money, especially during peak times like the monthly farmers’ market. This inconvenience has left… Continue reading Anger as Selkirk ATMs keep running out of cash
Snag clothing gets 100 complaints a day that models are too fat, says boss
BBC Business reporter Jennifer Meierhans discusses the controversy surrounding online clothing brand Snag and the criticism it faces regarding the size of models featured in its adverts. According to Chief executive Brigitte Read, the brand receives over 100 complaints daily about its models being “too fat,” sparking a debate over the portrayal of body types… Continue reading Snag clothing gets 100 complaints a day that models are too fat, says boss
Nazi flag in Ton Pentre leads to man's arrest
An arrest has been made in connection to an incident where a Nazi flag was displayed in a village setting. The flag, featuring a swastika, was hung above Bailey Street in Ton Pentre, Rhondda Cynon Taf, prompting the intervention of South Wales Police officers early Friday morning. The 52-year-old suspect is currently in custody, facing… Continue reading Nazi flag in Ton Pentre leads to man's arrest
Uninvited otter wreaks havoc in family kitchen
A family in Shetland had a wild surprise when an otter was captured on film creating chaos in their kitchen. The incident started when Donna Mouat noticed the otter outside her house in South Nesting as she was preparing dinner. Without warning, the otter made a dash inside the home, causing havoc by knocking items… Continue reading Uninvited otter wreaks havoc in family kitchen
Birmingham's Jasper Carrott celebrates 80th birthday and 'still loves comedy'
Celebrating his 80th birthday, Jasper Carrott, the beloved Birmingham comedian, reflects on his enduring love for comedy. Despite admitting that comedy can be hard work, he still finds joy in entertaining audiences, even though he doesn’t perform as frequently as before. With a hint of humor, he notes that the audience sometimes gives him a… Continue reading Birmingham's Jasper Carrott celebrates 80th birthday and 'still loves comedy'