Category: UK News

The Birmingham bin strike has resulted in a massive 7ft (2m) high mound of rotting bin bags accumulating in Sparkbrook, causing distress among residents and local businesses. This dumping ground, filled with hundreds of bags and boxes, is said to have reached unbearable levels. According to locals, the pile has grown due to individuals from… Continue reading 'Birmingham bin strike has left us with 7ft-high dumping ground'

Kate Whannel and Sam Francis, political reporters, discussed the UK government’s response to President Donald Trump’s new import tariffs. The UK is considering imposing retaliatory tariffs on US products if a trade deal cannot be agreed upon. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds is currently consulting with UK firms to determine the impact of the 10% tariffs… Continue reading UK drawing up list of items for potential retaliatory US tariffs

As we kick off the month of April, the UK is set to experience some balmy weather, with temperatures potentially hitting 23C in some parts on Friday. Southern England is expected to enjoy highs in the low 20s, while the Algarve in Portugal will see highs of 18C despite some showers. Throughout the weekend and… Continue reading UK weather: Temperatures set to reach 22C on Friday amid wildfire warnings

In 2024, the Revenge Porn Helpline, supported by the Home Office, saw a sharp increase in reported cases of revenge porn, with 22,227 new instances recorded, representing a 20.9% rise from the previous year. Non-consensual intimate image (NCII) abuse, which involves the unauthorized production, publishing, or reproduction of sexual photos or videos online and offline,… Continue reading Revenge porn victim 'constantly paranoid' after topless images shared online

The upcoming Earthshot Prize, established by the Prince of Wales, is set to take place in Brazil later this year, coinciding with the COP30 UN climate change conference being hosted by the country. Kensington Palace has confirmed that the awards ceremony and associated events for nominees, investors, and environmental leaders will be held in Rio… Continue reading Prince William's Earthshot Prize 2025 to be held in Brazil

An ambitious British Iranian teen, Ziba (played by Deba Hekmat), is at the center of the new film Last Swim, directed by Sasha Nathwani. The movie unfolds over 24 hours in a sweltering London on A-Level results day, where Ziba and her friends navigate through a day of freedom, tough decisions, and heartbreak before parting… Continue reading London 'inaccessible' to Gen Z says Last Swim director

BBC business reporters Tom Espiner and Emma Smith have reported that various companies, including cosmetics company Lush and car repair chain Kwik Fit, are preparing to increase prices in response to the rise in employers’ National Insurance (NI). The increase in NI rates will see employers paying 15% on salaries above £5,000, as opposed to… Continue reading National Insurance: Lush and Kwik Fit say rise will push prices higher

At a reception to honor individuals involved in music at a grassroots level throughout the United Kingdom, King Charles showcased his playful side by participating in a unique musical demonstration. The event, held at Windsor Castle, featured a special performance that caught everyone’s attention. The London Vegetable Orchestra presented King Charles with a specially crafted… Continue reading From crown to carrot: King Charles give a rendition of Twinkle, twinkle little star

The front pages of various newspapers are dominated by headlines regarding the fallout from President Trump’s tariff announcement, which has had a significant impact on global stock markets. The Guardian showcases downward-sloping charts reflecting the plummeting financial markets following the announcement. This led to Wall Street experiencing its largest one-day losses since June 2020. The… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Tariff turmoil' and 'bland American cheese'

Catherine Morrison of BBC News NI reported on Fatima, a homeless woman battling lung cancer who is currently staying in temporary accommodation because she deems the offerings from the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) unsuitable. Originally from Sudan, Fatima was diagnosed with lung cancer in January and underwent surgery to remove a tumor in March.… Continue reading Homeless victim of human trafficking with cancer on makeshift bed