Category: UK News

Newly revised official figures reveal that the UK economy experienced zero growth between July and September, suggesting an economic stall. The initial data had indicated growth of 0.1% during this period, but this has now been adjusted. Chancellor Rachel Reeves noted that the job of fixing the economy was “huge” and pledged that October’s Budget… Continue reading UK economy had zero growth between July and September

Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the Conservative Party, has emphasized that she will not be hasty in announcing policy positions, saying that there is no “quick fix” to the UK’s current political situation. Speaking on the Today programme on BBC Radio 4, Badenoch acknowledged that the party had been rejected in July’s general election due… Continue reading Kemi Badenoch says there is no 'quick fix' for Conservative Party

Mental health charities have commended the bravery of yoga teacher Leanne Lucas, who was seriously injured during a brutal stabbing spree in the British seaside town of Southport in July. The attacker killed three girls and wounded another eight and a man who tried to protect them during a Taylor Swift-themed dance and yoga class.… Continue reading Southport attacks: Women's groups praise 'brave' yoga instructor

British emergency doctors have issued a safety warning regarding water beads, a popular holiday season gift. These beads, which are marketed as crafting materials and household items, are also marketed as toys. They can grow up to 400 times their original size when exposed to liquid, expanding to a couple of millimetres in size and… Continue reading Doctors issue warning over water bead Christmas gifts for children

A woman in Scotland has become the first person to undergo a hologram-assisted operation to remove a tumour from her neck. Susannah Morgan was told that the pleomorphic adenoma in her neck could be removed, but that she risked permanent paralysis and a disfiguring dent in her neck. Instead of risking these side effects, Morgan… Continue reading 'My surgeon saved my smile with hologram technology'

The council of Neath Port Talbot has gained approval for a £7m tourism plan that will develop Waterfall Country at Pontneddfechan in Bannau Brycheiniog, also known as the Brecon Beacons. The plan will aim to ease pressure caused by visitors, with a new car park, café, accommodation and children’s play area built. The project will… Continue reading £7m Waterfall Country Bannau Brycheiniog tourism plans approved

With Christmas fast approaching, there are plenty of things that could go wrong during the festivities. Although etiquette is crucial at this time of year, how exactly should we navigate potentially awkward moments? One common issue is receiving a present you don’t like. According to Rupert Wesson from professional coaching company Debrett’s, it depends on… Continue reading The best etiquette for awkward moments at Christmas

One of the most established working men’s clubs in the UK has decided to drop “working men” from its name in an effort to rebrand and attract new members. The Louth Social Club in Lincolnshire has been active for over 150 years, but dwindling numbers have forced a change. The club’s management believes that the… Continue reading 'Very chill': The changing face of working men's clubs

Sir Roger Moore, famed James Bond actor, had a passion for filming. Not just in front of the camera. Behind as well. The actor captured never-before-seen moments of his family and famous friends in home videos, which will air on a new Christmas Day BBC documentary. The video features a young Sir Elton John descending… Continue reading For your eyes only: Sir Roger Moore's unseen home videos

The beloved duo of Wallace & Gromit is returning to screens in a new adventure called Vengeance Most Fowl. This marks the first major appearance for the plasticine pair in over a decade and the first time the voice of Peter Sallis, who passed away in 2017, will be absent from a Wallace & Gromit… Continue reading Wallace & Gromit without Peter Sallis is 'emotional' says Nick Park