Worksop explosion: Man recalls running into collapsed home after fatal blast

An individual in Nottinghamshire has been reflecting on the harrowing moment he entered a partially collapsed house and assisted at the site following a fatal explosion. The incident, which occurred on John Street in Worksop over the weekend, resulted in the death of 53-year-old David Howard. Johnny Wharmsby, who felt a strong instinct to aid… Continue reading Worksop explosion: Man recalls running into collapsed home after fatal blast

Chelsea Pensioners celebrated in RHS Flower Show entry

A garden inspired by the 300-year-old heritage of the Royal Hospital Chelsea will make its debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show next month. The garden, designed in collaboration with the Chelsea Pensioners, retired British Army veterans who reside at the Royal Hospital, pays homage to their scarlet uniforms. The design of the garden reflects… Continue reading Chelsea Pensioners celebrated in RHS Flower Show entry

England's serious water pollution incidents at 10-year high

Campaigners have noted that water pollution levels in England have reached a 10-year high, based on data obtained from water companies. The number of serious pollution incidents reported has surpassed double the target set by the Environment Agency. These incidents have the potential to cause harm to wildlife and pose health risks to individuals utilizing… Continue reading England's serious water pollution incidents at 10-year high

The Lady: The decline and fall of the bible of female gentility

David Sillito, a Media Correspondent, reported that The Lady, Britain’s longest-running women’s magazine, has officially announced that it is ceasing publication. Known for its etiquette advice and advertisements for various domestic help, the magazine has confirmed that the April edition will be its final one. However, the website, which includes a jobs board and recruitment… Continue reading The Lady: The decline and fall of the bible of female gentility

Manchester Arena survivor 'angry' and 'broken' by prison attack

A survivor of the Manchester Arena bombing expressed his deep disgust at the recent prison attack carried out by Hashem Abedi, the brother of the bomber responsible for the tragic incident in 2017. Abedi, currently held in HMP Frankland, assaulted three prison guards by throwing hot oil at them and stabbing them with homemade blades.… Continue reading Manchester Arena survivor 'angry' and 'broken' by prison attack

Miskin mum's unique friendship with nurse who held her dying son

Rhian Mannings and Andrea Evans have been close friends for 13 years, a bond forged under tragic circumstances. Andrea was the nurse who cared for Rhian’s one-year-old son, George, on the day he passed away from pneumonia. Rhian expressed her gratitude towards Andrea, acknowledging that leaving her child at the hospital was one of the… Continue reading Miskin mum's unique friendship with nurse who held her dying son

Wildfires pushing rare wildlife to extinction, say conservationists

Grass fires in the UK are taking a devastating toll on some of the rarest wildlife, pushing them closer to extinction, according to conservationists. The National Trust revealed that ongoing wildfires in places like Powys have wiped out crucial breeding habitats for endangered species like hen harriers and water voles, which are now the fastest… Continue reading Wildfires pushing rare wildlife to extinction, say conservationists

Teachers in England move a step closer to striking

At the NEU conference in Harrogate, teachers in England are mulling over the idea of a potential strike if the government proceeds with its proposed pay increase for the upcoming school year. The National Education Union (NEU), England’s largest teaching union, has made it clear that they will conduct a formal ballot in the event… Continue reading Teachers in England move a step closer to striking

Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of government ban

Health reporter Annabel Rackham reported that the popularity of disposable e-cigarettes, or vapes, has decreased in anticipation of the upcoming UK-wide ban on their sale starting from 1 June. According to a study conducted by University College London (UCL), researchers observed a shift towards refillable and rechargeable vapes among users. The research showed a significant… Continue reading Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of government ban

Newspaper headlines: 'Bin strike blues' and 'China handed NHS records'

Wednesday’s front pages are rife with a variety of stories, ranging from the latest trade negotiations between the prime minister and the European Union to UK pensioners being pulled into the tax system. The Daily Telegraph brings attention to the potential risk of a trade deal with the White House as the UK nears a… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Bin strike blues' and 'China handed NHS records'