Category: UK News

The upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing will see the addition of two new professional dancers, the BBC has revealed. Alexis Warr, a winner of the US dance series So You Think You Can Dance in 2022, and Julian Caillon from Australia, will be joining the 18 returning professional dancers on the BBC One show.… Continue reading Strictly announces new professional dancers Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon

In a breakthrough moment, the European Union and US have reached a significant framework deal after intensive negotiations between their top trade officials. The timing of this agreement is crucial as it coincides with America’s upcoming tariff discussions with China, adding a layer of complexity to the already tense trade dynamics. The involvement of leaders… Continue reading US-EU tariff deal a big Trump win but not a total defeat for Brussels

According to sources at the BBC, nurses in England are likely to reject their pay award this week, potentially leading to strikes later in the year. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has been conducting a consultative vote regarding the 3.6% pay increase, criticizing the decision to grant nurses a lower raise compared to other… Continue reading Nurses union to reject pay deal as strike vote looms

The triumphant victory of the Lionesses over Spain in the Euros final has taken over the headlines in today’s newspapers. The Metro’s front page exclaims, “You were roarsome!” showcasing images of the team jubilantly celebrating their win after a tense penalty shootout. The Euro trophy gleams front and center, symbolizing their hard-earned success. On the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'You were roarsome!' and 'Queens of Europe'

After the Lionesses made history in Basel by winning the Euro 2025 title against World Champions Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout, Downing Street has reportedly ruled out the possibility of a bank holiday to commemorate the event. The government is set to confirm that there will be no additional holiday, similar to what occurred… Continue reading Will there be a bank holiday after England won Euro 2025?

In a new initiative to address the escalating violence in male prisons in England and Wales, specially trained staff will be equipped with Tasers as part of a trial program. Recent data obtained by the BBC indicates that over £20 million has been paid out in damages to staff and prisoners who have fallen victim… Continue reading Taser trial for prison staff to tackle violence behind bars

Kath Stanczyszyn, Victoria Archer & Alan Haslam reported on a leading animal charity’s call for all dog rescue organizations to be licensed. Concerns have been growing about behavioral issues and disease risks in imported pets. Many dogs are brought into the UK each year, with a significant number being sold to owners through websites and… Continue reading Imported dogs 'posing risk to UK', RSPCA warns

In a tragic turn of events on 29 July 2024, three young girls lost their lives in a stabbing incident at a dance studio in Southport. The first officers on the scene, PCSO Tim Parry, Sgt Greg Gillespie, and PC Luke Holden, were faced with a horrifying scene that none of them could have anticipated.… Continue reading 'We faced the Southport killer shoulder to shoulder'

In an unexpected turn of events, England emerged victorious in the Euro 2025 final against Spain, clinching the title after a tense penalty shootout. Despite facing immense challenges and doubts, England’s women’s football team, led by the resilient Lucy Bronze, defied the odds to secure a historic win on foreign soil. The triumph marked a… Continue reading 'Lionesses' win greatest achievement in English football history'

England fans erupted in jubilation as their favorite heroes triumphed yet again, with many declaring that the memory of this victory will last a lifetime. Emerging from St Jakob-Park in Basel, the atmosphere was electric as supporters celebrated the women’s Euros win. Jo from Sevenoaks, who had been at a festival in the UK just… Continue reading England fans jubilant as their heroes win Euros again