Category: UK News

A camera has captured a rare hazel dormouse at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire, foraging for food. The population of dormice in the UK has been decreasing due to habitat loss, but the woodland at Longleat is being managed to protect it for wild animals. Conservationists have been monitoring the species by conducting a footprint… Continue reading Longleat team captures footage of rare hazel dormouse foraging

On the fifth anniversary of the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, people across the United Kingdom came together for a day of reflection. Emotional scenes unfolded on Sunday as bereaved individuals and their communities organized numerous events to commemorate the occasion. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the deep grief and loss experienced by many,… Continue reading Day of reflection in UK marking fifth anniversary of start of Covid

Cardiff University’s decision to cut 400 jobs and eliminate certain courses has resulted in what has been described as a “toxic” culture within the institution, according to former education minister Leighton Andrews. The university’s announcement in January of plans to address a £31m budget deficit has led to a significant decrease in staff morale, with… Continue reading Cardiff Uni jobs threat leads to toxic culture – Leighton Andrews

A man, 32 years old, has been accused of murder in connection to the shooting death of a teenage boy in south London. Omar Prempeh was formally charged with murder on Saturday after the tragic death of Lathaniel Burrell. The 16-year-old victim, who resided in Stockwell, lost his life during the shooting incident on Paradise… Continue reading Teen shooting: Man charged with murder after boy killed in Stockwell

The Talking Newspapers that need more listeners By Julie McCullough, BBC News NI Volunteer Hazel Semple expresses her gratitude in being able to share her vision with those who may not be as fortunate. She, along with many others, spend their time and lend their voices to make local news accessible for those who are… Continue reading Weekly newspapers recorded for blind and partially sighted NI

Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, is set to deliver an update on the UK economy along with an economic forecast on 26 March. Despite ruling out further tax increases, Reeves faces tough decisions due to the performance of the UK economy and global events. The Spring Statement is an annual economic event where… Continue reading Spring Statement: What will be in chancellor Rachel Reeves plan?

In a heroic act of bravery, a journalist from BBC Scotland was honored with a Police Scotland bravery award for saving a woman from the sea in Orkney. Linda Sinclair, who was also acknowledged by the Royal Humane Society, vividly remembered the intense day that unfolded as she went for a swim at the beach… Continue reading How a BBC journalist saved a woman who walked into the sea

Living in Kent, Ivan and Olesia, along with their children Kyrylo and Oleksandra, finally experienced the joy of being reunited after visa changes in January allowed Ukrainian families to bring their children to the UK. Originally from the Kharkiv region in eastern Ukraine, the couple had left their son and daughter with Ivan’s parents while… Continue reading Ukrainian family reunited after visa changes reversed

Yasmin Rufo, a culture reporter, highlighted the shift in fashion trends towards more revealing and transparent outfits worn by celebrities on the red carpet in recent times. The once popular trend of being demure and mindful has been replaced by a preference for see-through dresses that leave little to the imagination. Charli XCX made headlines… Continue reading Not so demure any more: The rise of 'free the nipple' fashion

A vigil will be held in Glasgow for Amen Teklay, a 15-year-old schoolboy who was tragically murdered in the city’s St George’s Cross area. Following a violent incident, Amen was found injured and later pronounced dead on the street. Two boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested in connection with his death, with the… Continue reading Friends to hold vigil for teenage boy killed in street