Category: UK News

Welsh actress Kimberley Nixon recently revealed that she felt a sense of relief following her diagnosis of autism and ADHD. Known for her roles in Channel 4’s Fresh Meat and films like Wild Child, Nixon shared that her struggles with perinatal obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) intensified after giving birth to her son during the pandemic… Continue reading Kimberley Nixon feels 'lighter' after ADHD and autism diagnosis

Ian ‘H’ Watkins, a member of the pop band Steps, was recently honored at the British LGBT Awards for his contributions to organizing pride events and advocating for same-sex parents. Watkins, who founded Cowbridge Pride in Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, hosts the annual event to raise funds for local LGBTQ+ causes. Describing the award as… Continue reading British LGBT Awards: Steps’ Ian ‘H’ Watkins honoured

Political Reporter Kate Whannel watched as MPs made history with their vote on the Terminally Ill Adults Bill in England and Wales. The bill, which would allow terminally ill adults the right to end their own lives, was approved by 314 votes to 291, marking a significant change in society. The emotional debate in Parliament… Continue reading MPs back assisted dying bill in historic Commons vote

A tragic incident that occurred twelve years ago has led to the death of a man who was left paralysed and brain-damaged. Julian Cole, aged 31, passed away on March 7, 2025, after living in a “minimally conscious state” since the altercation that took place outside a nightclub in Bedford back in May 2013. The… Continue reading Julian Cole, paralysed in 2013 Bedford nightclub arrest, dies

BBC political reporter, Paul Moseley, from Norfolk, reports that a council leader has issued an “unreserved” apology for a Facebook post sharing a picture of a steak dinner with a caption that seemed insensitive. The post by Norfolk County Council’s Conservative leader, Kay Mason Billig, featured a tomahawk steak, red wine, and salad, accompanied by… Continue reading Norfolk council leader sorry over 'poor people' Facebook post

Yvette Cooper, the home secretary, is set to take action against the Palestine Action group in the near future, aiming to classify them as a terrorist organization, reports the BBC. Cooper is expected to present a written statement to Parliament on Monday, seeking approval to criminalize membership in the group. This move follows a security… Continue reading Palestine Action to be banned after RAF base break in

River Island, a popular clothing retailer in the UK, has announced plans to shut down 33 of its stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The decision comes as a result of the increasing trend of online shopping and the rising costs associated with maintaining physical stores. In addition to the store closures, River Island… Continue reading River Island to close 33 shops

Following a breach by pro-Palestinian activists who broke into RAF Brize Norton and vandalized two military planes with red paint, a security review has been initiated across UK military bases. The BBC’s Phil Mackie recently visited the air base to assess the security measures in place around its perimeter fence. Downing Street has confirmed that… Continue reading BBC looks at fence activists breached to enter RAF Brize Norton

Following an altercation outside the Iranian embassy, seven individuals were apprehended on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. The Metropolitan Police stated that the clash occurred between demonstrators both in support and opposition of the Iranian monarchy, emphasizing that the incident had no connection to Israel. The authorities were alerted to the altercation on Princes… Continue reading Arrests made as two assaulted outside Iranian embassy

Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faced backlash for erasing messages amidst the Covid pandemic. The Scottish government has made the decision to discontinue using WhatsApp and other unofficial messaging platforms for governmental purposes on their mobile devices. This move comes after findings from the UK Covid Inquiry showed that officials and ministers had deleted WhatsApp… Continue reading Scottish government to remove WhatsApp from phones