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In sad news from the North East, 14-year-old Layton Carr tragically lost his life in a fire that erupted at a former industrial estate in Bill Quay, Gateshead. The Carr family described Layton as a vibrant and beautiful young man, emphasizing his kind-hearted nature despite his cheeky demeanor. The fire led to the arrest of… Continue reading Layton Carr: Family's tribute to 'loving boy' killed in Bill Quay fire

As the public inquiry into the infected blood scandal reopens, victims are expressing concerns over the delays in compensation payments. More than 30,000 people in the UK were given contaminated blood products between the 1970s and early 1990s, with the government having paid nearly £80m in compensation from a fund of £11.8bn. Gary Webster, who… Continue reading Infected blood compensation fears as inquiry reopens

The commemoration of 80 years since Victory in Europe Day kicked off with a four-day event in London. The events began with a military procession through the city, with large crowds in attendance alongside proud veterans and three generations of royals. King Charles III saluted as the procession made its way up the Union Jack-lined… Continue reading Royals, veterans and a packed Mall: VE Day at 80 in pictures

Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially announced his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season, a decision that came as no surprise after months of speculation. While he did not disclose his next destination in the emotional video confirming his exit, it is widely known that he will be teaming up with fellow England player… Continue reading Trent Alexander-Arnold: Right-back leaves Liverpool a modern great but some fans will be hurt

Amid a sea of London’s streets filled with thousands of people, the 80th anniversary celebrations marking the end of World War Two in Europe have commenced. King Charles is presiding over the four-day Victory in Europe (VE Day) events, which include a flypast above Buckingham Palace showcasing 23 current and historic military aircraft. The ceremony… Continue reading Thousands line the streets for VE Day procession

A wildfire that ignited on Sunday evening continues to rage on Dartmoor, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the flames. The fire, which has spread over an area of 3km by 1.4km, prompted the deployment of crews from 13 stations in the Dartmoor Forest region near Cut Hill. Alongside firefighters, wildlife support officers and a… Continue reading Firefighters tackling ongoing fire on Dartmoor

According to the estimates by estate agency Savills, over half of first-time buyers received financial assistance from their family in order to purchase homes in the previous year. The so-called “bank of mum and dad” provided an average of £55,572 in loans and gifts to these buyers. Young buyers experienced high mortgage rates in 2024… Continue reading Half of first-time buyers helped by Bank of Mum and Dad, says Savills

A tragic incident has occurred as a man has passed away in the hospital after being attacked with acid in his own home, according to the police. Danny Cahalane, age 38, who was known to be an “outstanding father and son”, was assaulted in Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February while he was at home… Continue reading Plymouth acid attack victim dies in hospital

Richard Irvine, a 65-year-old man who established a fish smoking business in the Inner Hebrides, is eager to pass on his Colonsay Smokery to a family that intends to settle on the island for the long haul. Having operated the smokehouse for two-and-a-half years, Irvine is willing to transfer ownership at no cost, although he… Continue reading 'I'm giving my fish smoking business away to benefit Colonsay'

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