Category: UK News

The Omagh Bombing Inquiry will commence on Tuesday to remember the lives lost in the County Tyrone bombing that occurred in 1998. The attack was conducted by the Real IRA and was the most significant single atrocity during the Troubles, killing 29 people, including a woman who was pregnant with twins. The initial stage of… Continue reading Omagh bomb: Victims to be remembered as inquiry opens

David Coote, a former Premier League referee, has disclosed that he concealed his sexuality during his career due to his apprehension of the homophobic reaction he would face. The 42-year-old disclosed to the Sun that working as a referee added to the burden that contributed to the alleged misconduct that led to his December sacking… Continue reading David Coote: Former referee hid sexuality for fear of abuse

After being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder at the age of 21, Jessica Matthews experienced various forms of stigma, including being turned down for life insurance, mistreatment in hospitals, and discrimination in society. A personality disorder is a condition that affects how someone’s mood and ability to interact with others. According to the NHS, those… Continue reading Personality disorder patients let down by 'misleading' diagnosis

During her trial at the Old Bailey, Katrin Ivanova has claimed that she only intended to apprehend a man wanted by Interpol in connection with financial fraud but instead ended up standing accused of spying for Russia. That, at least, is the story she presented in court, claiming that she was assisting with the search… Continue reading Alleged spy thought she was helping find fugitive, trial hears

The Royal Military Police (RMP) closed a military investigation into suspected war crimes by the SAS prematurely, according to a former detective. Alan Pughsley, the former chief constable of Kent Police, claimed that the RMP missed its “one chance” to interview key witnesses crucial to the investigation. The Independent Inquiry relating to Afghanistan called upon… Continue reading Closure of SAS investigation was premature, inquiry told

Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has reportedly indicated to her MPs that the government will back a third runway at Heathrow Airport. The decision has been criticised by local residents and environmental groups, but would be supported by business leaders and the aviation industry. Reeves made the comments during a meeting of the Parliamentary Labour Party,… Continue reading 'No easy routes' to growth, Rachel Reeves tells Labour MPs

The Royal Navy has responded to concerns within the Ministry of Defence by changing the name of its newest submarine from HMS Agincourt to HMS Achilles. There were reports suggesting that the original name could be seen as offensive to the French, referring to the battle that England won against France in 1415, part of… Continue reading Grant Shapps calls Navy submarine name change 'woke nonsense'

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A funeral for The Vivienne, also known as James Lee Williams, was held in north Wales on Monday. The Drag Race UK winner died three weeks ago at age 32. Mourners included celebrities like Cheryl Hole, Jade Thirlwall, Claire Sweeney, and Kim Woodburn. The coffin arrived in a horse-drawn carriage pulled by black horses with… Continue reading Stars, doves and Drag Race crown at The Vivienne's funeral

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn has said that there’s still a long way to go in the clean-up process of Storm Éowyn, according to the BBC. Since high winds battered the UK and Ireland last week, about 60,000 properties in Northern Ireland remain without power and homes have sustained considerable damage. Northern Ireland Electricity has warned… Continue reading Storm Éowyn: NI Secretary Hilary Benn says there are 'ways to go' in clean up