Tag: UK News

Crescent Moon and Venus light up the night sky

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

Fears council shake-up in England could spell end of independent-run areas

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

War in Ukraine: Teen's journey from home to Oxford University

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

Omagh bomb: Ireland 'should have had parallel inquiry'

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'

Homes and shops without water overnight after mains burst in Glasgow

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

Taunton woman is world's longest-serving KFC worker

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

Tattooed muscle modelling helped me tackle PTSD, former soldier says

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

Blind on a night out: 'You wouldn't recognise your attacker'

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has stated that women with visual impairments are not being included enough in conversations about violence against women and girls. Laura Cummings, who works at the RNIB, says that women with sight loss face additional challenges when going out for the evening and that these challenges are… Continue reading Blind on a night out: 'You wouldn't recognise your attacker'

Barclays customers hit by third day of payment issues

Barclays is dealing with technical issues that have caused continued problems for customers with payments and transactions which began on Friday. This situation has persisted with the bank as efforts to resolve the issue are still ongoing. Affected customers spoke to BBC about problems which included difficulties with online and mobile banking and making payments.… Continue reading Barclays customers hit by third day of payment issues