Category: UK News

In 2006, tragedy struck the Johnson family when 15-year-old Reuben drowned in Pontsticill Reservoir while celebrating the end of his GCSEs with friends. Maxine Johnson, Reuben’s mother, vividly recalls the harrowing experience of losing her son in the waters where cold water shock claimed his life three quarters of the way across the reservoir. The… Continue reading Water safety plea from mum after son's reservoir death

A tragic incident has sparked a murder investigation in north London, as a 45-year-old woman was discovered with fatal stab wounds. The Met Police responded to a call at an address in Ayley Croft, Enfield, around 19:00 BST on Saturday after receiving reports of the attack. Despite efforts from the London Ambulance Service and London’s… Continue reading Enfield murder investigation launched after woman stabbed

Rail services are currently facing significant challenges as “urgent repairs” are underway on a bridge near Cardiff Central station, resulting in major disruptions from Sunday into Monday. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, and CrossCountry have all been impacted by the necessary repair work, leading to various journeys being either cancelled or suspended. To address… Continue reading Cardiff Central 'urgent' bridge repairs cause 'major' disruption

The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to reach its peak on Tuesday, providing viewers with a dazzling display of celestial beauty. This annual event, which occurs during mid to late April, will be active until April 25th this year, with the highest concentration of meteors expected on Tuesday. Meteor showers are caused when dust from… Continue reading Lyrid meteor shower: How and when to see it in the UK sky

Restoration of 19th Century Unicorn Sculptures in Edinburgh Recently, a pair of unicorn sculptures dating back to the 19th Century, located at the top of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, underwent a restoration process to have their horns reinstated. These sandstone sculptures are a prominent feature on the façade of the Scotch Whisky Experience, overlooking the Edinburgh… Continue reading Royal Mile unicorns have horns restored

Residents in a newly developed mixed-use social housing area in Lisburn are feeling unsettled after a group of individuals put up flags on lampposts, causing some families to feel intimidated. The group, dressed in dark clothing and hoods, were spotted erecting Union flags on Altona Drive and Altona Gardens during a Saturday evening, sparking fear… Continue reading Lisburn: Families 'feel unsafe' after group puts up flags

A man who went overboard from a yacht is still being searched for by crews. The vessel was on its way to Swansea from Brighton, with a stop in Falmouth, when the incident occurred. The Irish Coast Guard was alerted around 22:55 BST on Saturday, prompting the dispatch of a rescue helicopter from HM Coastguard… Continue reading Man missing from yacht in the sea prompts coastguard search

A suspect has been formally charged with the murder of Martin O’Donovan, who tragically passed away after being struck by a vehicle. The incident took place on Stonyhurst Road in Woolton, Liverpool, and resulted in the 46-year-old being hospitalized with severe injuries. Merseyside Police confirmed the heartbreaking news of O’Donovan’s death following the incident. Described… Continue reading Murder charge after man dies from being hit by car in Woolton

A proposal has been put forward by a coroner urging for clear warnings to be placed on armchair lap belts used by the elderly following the tragic death of a 72-year-old woman suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Susan Lakin, who had mobility issues, was provided with the armchair belt by her family in an attempt to… Continue reading Woman strangled by chair belt designed to stop falls

A tragic incident unfolded at Aston Wood Golf Club, where Suzanne Cherry, 62, from Aldridge in the West Midlands, lost her life after being struck by a grey Nissan van involved in a police pursuit. This devastating event left her husband in unconsolable despair as he witnessed his wife’s untimely death. The husband described Suzanne… Continue reading Tributes paid to 'beautiful wife' after Little Aston golf club crash