Category: UK News

A group of volunteers have removed mountains of rubbish from a 19th Century mine near Corris Uchaf in Gwynedd. The mine had become a popular spot for Instagram photo seekers, who had been leaving behind an alarming amount of garbage and graffiti. The site was once used for industrial mining; however, after it closed, people… Continue reading Instagram fans killing special places, says Gwynedd car cave cleaner

Pouria Zeraati, an Iranian TV host based in London, has been discharged from the hospital after being repeatedly stabbed outside his home in Wimbledon on Friday. Zeraati works as a presenter for Iran International and stated that the group, which attacked him, seemed to have planned the attack. The London-based TV station has faced “heavy… Continue reading Pouria Zeraati: Stabbed Iran International TV host leaves hospital

Ipswich Town emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Southampton, winning 3-2. The match was closely contested throughout, with both teams playing with intensity and determination. In the second half, Ipswich Town took the lead with a goal from Jeremy Sarmiento. Southampton tried to mount a comeback, but Ipswich held on to their lead and… Continue reading Ipswich top after last-gasp winner against Saints

Police in Londonderry have said they saw signs of youths preparing petrol bombs before an unauthorised republican parade in the city on Monday. Led by about a dozen masked individuals in paramilitary-style attire, the parade passed through the Creggan area, where a van was set ablaze and drivers were advised to avoid the area. The… Continue reading Derry march: Van set on fire after dissident parade in Creggan

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a class A drug and assaulting an emergency worker after two illegal raves took place over the weekend. The events were attended by hundreds of people near Luxborough, at Dunkery Beacon and Kennisham Wood in Exmoor. Pictures taken at the scene show cars… Continue reading Exmoor: Arrest after two illegal raves in national park

The number of migrants crossing the English Channel this year has exceeded 5,000, with almost 800 making the journey over the Easter bank holiday weekend, according to the Home Office. In total, 791 migrants made the journey on March 30 and 31, with 349 crossing on Saturday and a further 442 spotted on Sunday. The… Continue reading Channel migrants: Crossings in 2024 exceed 5,000

Travel disruptions have hit Easter Monday bank holiday drivers and train passengers in parts of Wales. The A40 was closed for about seven hours in both directions between St Clears and Carmarthen after a serious crash that took place at 04:45 BST. Meanwhile, Transport for Wales (TfW) issued a “do not travel” warning for trains… Continue reading Wales Easter Bank Holiday travel chaos on roads and trains

Two individuals, Joseph Skelly and Holly Kilmartin, appeared before Lisburn Magistrates’ Court on Monday, facing charges following a knife attack on a 16-year-old boy in Ballynahinch, Northern Ireland. The attack took place around 7:30 PM on Saturday evening at Lough Park, known locally as “the Bog,” where the police responded to an emergency call. The… Continue reading Ballynahinch: Two charged after boy stabbed

A former boxing champion turned trainer, Jason Cunningham, is battling with a different kind of fight after his son was born premature. Cheance John Cunningham was born four months premature, weighing only 1.5 pounds at Hull Royal Infirmary on 19 March. Cunningham and his partner, Bec, were told that Cheance had a 45% chance of… Continue reading Boxer Jason Cunningham's premature baby inherits fighting spirit

Scotland has implemented a new hate crime law, which is being criticised by notable figures such as JK Rowling and Elon Musk over concerns that it may impede on free speech. Under the Act, a new crime of “stirring up hatred” has been established, relating to age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, transgender identity or being… Continue reading Scotland's new hate crime law comes into force