Category: UK News

Margaret Miles-Bramwell, founder of the weight-loss network Slimming World, has passed away at the age of 76. Mrs Miles-Bramwell established the business with a single group in Alfreton, Derbyshire back in 1969. Today, the organization has more than 3,500 consultants and employing 400 people at its headquarters. Mrs Miles-Bramwell struggled with her weight as a… Continue reading Tributes after death of Slimming World founder, 76

For over a year, the residents of Abbey Road and Wensor Avenue in Beeston, Nottinghamshire have been receiving monthly deliveries of peeled bananas on a plate. Last Saturday, a new plate of bananas was delivered, but mysteriously disappeared overnight. Investigative inquiries have proved fruitless thus far, as the identity of the fruit supplier remains unknown.… Continue reading Beeston banana mystery deepens as more are spotted in street

Police Scotland is taking the Scottish government to court over the proposed extension to the terms of reference of the inquiry into the death of Sheku Bayoh, who died after being restrained by police in 2015. The move was prompted by a call from the Bayoh family’s lawyer, Aamer Anwar, and others for the inquiry… Continue reading Police take court action over Sheku Bayoh inquiry extension

The night sky has been putting on a spectacular show this February, as six planets aligned to create a planetary parade. BBC Weather Watchers across the UK reported sightings of the crescent Moon and Venus close together at the beginning of the month. Images of the stunning celestial show flooded in from across the country,… Continue reading Crescent Moon and Venus light up the night sky

Independent councillors across England fear that the government’s prospective overhaul of local councils could lead to the eradication of areas that they govern. There has been an increase in independent councillors over the past ten years, with over 2,200 across England and Wales. Currently, 63 councils have independents leading or working alongside other parties, but… Continue reading Fears council shake-up in England could spell end of independent-run areas

Illia Mitiushnikov fled his home in Ukraine at the age of 15 and sought asylum in Wales, after war broke out in his home country. Now, almost three years later, the 18-year-old has secured a place at Oxford University, for one of the most prestigious degree courses, Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE). The course has… Continue reading War in Ukraine: Teen's journey from home to Oxford University

A former Irish government minister is expressing concern that crucial evidence may not be seen by the public inquiry into the 1998 Omagh bombing. Charlie Flanagan believes Ireland should have established its own parallel inquiry. The Real IRA attack, carried out from within the Irish Republic, claimed the lives of 29 people, including a woman… Continue reading Omagh bomb: Ireland 'should have had parallel inquiry'

A burst water main in the south side of Glasgow has led to many homes and shops being left without water overnight whilst several streets remain flooded. The burst occurred at approximately 16:30 on Saturday and properties in G41, G42, G43 and G44 faced disruption to their water supply. The affected areas include Shawlands and… Continue reading Homes and shops without water overnight after mains burst in Glasgow

Pauline Richards, a 74-year-old woman from Taunton, holds the title of the world’s longest-serving KFC employee. She started her journey at the East Street branch in 1978 and has been with the fast-food chain for the past 47 years. During her time with the company, she has worked her way up from being a cleaner… Continue reading Taunton woman is world's longest-serving KFC worker

Luke Shipman, a former British soldier who struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after serving on the frontline in Afghanistan, has turned to modelling and acting to help him cope with his mental health issues. Luke, who was formerly with the Mercian Regiment, had several close friends and comrades who died or were seriously injured… Continue reading Tattooed muscle modelling helped me tackle PTSD, former soldier says