Tag: UK News

The sister of Aamir Siddiqi, a young schoolboy fatally stabbed in a case of mistaken identity, has issued a heartfelt plea to Mohammed Ali Ege, the fugitive suspected of ordering his murder, asking him to surrender to authorities. This tragic incident occurred 15 years ago when Aamir, a bright and promising student, was viciously attacked… Continue reading Murdered Aamir Siddiqi's sister tells suspect 'you're not really free'

Helen Briggs, a BBC environment correspondent, reports that John Horsley, a member of the British Pest Control Association, recently experienced a wasp sting while gardening. Horsley highlighted that after a decrease in wasp callouts in previous summers, the industry has been particularly busy this year due to the wasp-related issues, with large nests appearing earlier… Continue reading Wasps are back this summer in the UK – a lot of them

Health reporter Philippa Roxby reported that there is now a way to protect thousands of premature babies in the UK from a common winter virus that can lead to a dangerous lung infection. The injection aims to create a “protective bubble” against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) just in time for the colder months, as mentioned… Continue reading Premature babies in UK to be immunised against winter virus RSV

Geraint Mullins found himself at home, sitting in front of the television, when he discovered a pimple on his neck and decided to pop it. Little did he know that within a day, that innocent spot would transform into a painful abscess, leading to the development of sepsis. Sepsis, as defined by the NHS, is… Continue reading Sepsis developed for Newport man after popping a pimple

A horrifying incident unfolded in a London park as a suspected killer was captured on CCTV brandishing a gun in pursuit of a man shortly after a teenager was fatally shot. The tragic event took place at a music festival in Emslie Horniman’s Pleasance Park in Ladbroke Grove, west London, where 15-year-old Rene Graham was… Continue reading Rene Graham murder: Man with gun caught on CCTV in London street

Two weekends in a row saw a surge of arrests at nationwide protests in the UK, with demonstrators standing in solidarity with Palestine Action following the government’s decision to classify the group as a terrorist organization. Multiple cities, including London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Bristol, and Truro, witnessed gatherings to support the pro-Palestine activist group. The Metropolitan… Continue reading At least 80 arrests at Palestine Action ban protests across UK

Following an arson attack on a listed building in Lurgan, County Armagh, residents have finally been able to return to their homes. The incident took place at a derelict property on Windsor Avenue in the early hours of Saturday morning. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) responded to the blaze, causing significant damage… Continue reading Lurgan: Windsor Avenue residents return home after arson attack

Eleventh Suspect Accused in Connection to Woman’s Death In a tragic incident at a block of flats in south Wales, Joanne Penney, 40, lost her life after being shot on 9 March in Llys Illtyd, Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf. The latest development in this case sees Callum Kelleher, 37, from Liverpool facing charges related… Continue reading Talbot Green shooting: 11th person charged over Joanne Penney's death

Taking legal action against the Royal College of Nursing over a lack of support in her dispute with NHS Fife, nurse Sandy Peggie is making headlines. Peggie claimed that the RCN did not offer the necessary assistance after she was suspended by NHS Fife in 2024 for allegedly bullying and harassing Dr. Beth Upton at… Continue reading Trans tribunal nurse Sandie Peggie to sue union over lack of support

The British and Irish Lions took the lead in the series against Australia after beating them 27-19 in the opening Test at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. The Lions started strong, leading 24-5 early in the second half, but they lost their momentum in the last 30 minutes of the game. Despite Finn Russell’s penalty… Continue reading Australia 19-27 Lions: Tourists win first Test in Brisbane