Category: UK News

In the aftermath of a collision between the US-registered Stena Immaculate oil tanker and a Portuguese-flagged container ship named Solong, aerial footage has captured the extensive damage caused almost 24 hours after the incident occurred. The collision took place off the coast of East Yorkshire, resulting in both vessels catching fire around 10:00 GMT. Following… Continue reading Aerial video shows extent of damage to North Sea oil tanker

A news report from BBC Spotlight has unveiled key details regarding the murder of John George, shedding light on the individuals suspected by Spanish authorities to be involved in the crime. Jonny Smyth, a 26-year-old with origins from Belfast but residing in Spain, is currently a fugitive with international arrest warrants issued against him. On… Continue reading John George murder suspects named by BBC Spotlight

Noel Titheradge, who is a correspondent for BBC News Investigations, along with Curtis Lancaster from BBC South Investigations, highlighted an alarming issue. Patients who were prescribed drugs for movement disorders, particularly restless leg syndrome (RLS), shared their experiences of serious side effects. These side effects led them to engage in risky sexual behavior that negatively… Continue reading Doctors didn't warn women of 'risky sex' drug urges

A mother and her young son had an unexpected encounter with sexual predator John Whitfield in Birchwood Forest Park, Warrington. Despite her son’s cries, the woman found the strength to resist Whitfield’s attempt to rape her in the secluded woodland. In an interview with the BBC, she expressed her determination to fight back for her… Continue reading 'My son's cries gave me strength to fight Warrington park rapist'

Further education lecturers in Northern Ireland are facing the possibility of strike action as unions representing them argue that their members have been deceived over a pay deal by college employers. The University and College Union (UCU) has expressed discontent, claiming that the employers have not held up their end of the bargain, failing to… Continue reading Nothern Ireland further education lecturers balloted on strike

Laura Murtagh, an independent councillor on Falkirk Council, has faced a wave of violent threats following her proposal for a 15.6% increase in council tax, the largest in Scotland this year. The abuse directed towards her included messages suggesting she deserved physical harm and came from both strangers online and people known to her personally.… Continue reading Falkirk councillor 'threatened' over record 15.6% tax rise

A concerning revelation has come to light regarding the privacy of victims in the wake of the tragic Nottingham attacks. The BBC has uncovered that over 90 hospital staff members accessed the records of Barnaby Webber, Grace O’Malley-Kumar, and Ian Coates following their untimely deaths at the hands of Valdo Calocane in June 2023. The… Continue reading More than 90 NHS staff viewed Nottingham attacks victims' records

During his High Court libel trial, actor and producer Noel Clarke accused the Guardian’s publisher of ruining his life for years with their articles. Clarke, known for his roles in Doctor Who and Kidulthood, began his testimony on Monday. The 49-year-old is taking legal action against Guardian News and Media (GNM) over articles published in… Continue reading Noel Clarke says life 'smashed' by misconduct allegations

Josie Hannett & Alex Bish from BBC South East Investigations Team shed light on the story of an Albanian national, simply identified as Gzim, who made the journey to the UK illegally and found himself in dire circumstances working on a cannabis farm. Gzim was one of over 12,600 Albanians who undertook the perilous journey… Continue reading Albanian migrant says illegal working in the UK was unbearable

Front pages of newspapers across the UK are dominated by the collision in the North Sea between two ships, resulting in a devastating inferno. The Mirror’s headline “Catastrophe” highlights the severity of the incident, showcasing the impact with fears for wildlife. The Metro follows suit with a picture of billowing smoke and flames, depicting the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: North Sea 'catastrophe' and beaming Kate pictured