Police treat vandalism of Bricket Wood menorah as a hate crime

A menorah used during Hannukah celebrations in Bricket Wood, Hertfordshire, has been vandalized. The menorah, which has been in place in the area for three years, was found damaged between the evening of 28 December and the morning of 29 December. The police, who are treating the matter as a hate crime, say that blue… Continue reading Police treat vandalism of Bricket Wood menorah as a hate crime

Holyhead: Partial reopening of storm-hit port on 16 January

Holyhead port, one of Britain’s busiest ferry ports, is set to partially reopen on January 16th following damage by Storm Darragh. At present, only one of the two main ferry berths, owned by Stena Line, will reopen. The company has not yet outlined how this partial reopening will affect ferry services, but said that a… Continue reading Holyhead: Partial reopening of storm-hit port on 16 January

'I shall treasure it': Dame Jacqueline Wilson reacts to New Year's honour

In the recently released 2024 New Year’s honours list, esteemed author Dame Jacqueline Wilson has been named Dame Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire – the highest honour of its kind. The iconic writer, renowned for her prolific work on the popular Tracy Beaker series, has been a force in the literary… Continue reading 'I shall treasure it': Dame Jacqueline Wilson reacts to New Year's honour

Nationwide boss: Women working at home could risk missing out

Nationwide Building Society’s CEO, Debbie Crosbie, has said women are less likely to see leaders in action since they are less likely to be present in the office. Crosbie, who introduced an end to the “work anywhere” policy for Nationwide’s non-branch employees last year, said having a “physical presence” in the office was important for… Continue reading Nationwide boss: Women working at home could risk missing out

Wayne Rooney leaves Plymouth Argyle with side bottom of Championship

After just seven months in charge of Plymouth Argyle, Wayne Rooney has left the Championship club by mutual consent. Following his sacking by Birmingham City in June, he was appointed as the Pilgrims’ head coach in May. Rooney managed just four league wins in 23 games, with 13 defeats, and leaves the club at the… Continue reading Wayne Rooney leaves Plymouth Argyle with side bottom of Championship

Primrose Hill jewellery raid victims offer up to £1.5m in rewards

Rewritten: A £10m jewellery heist occurred in a north London mansion on December 7th, resulting in the theft of precious jewellery, designer handbags and £5,000 in cash. The house is situated on the prestigious avenue road, located near the popular Primrose Hill. It is home to several highly affluent homeowners, although their identities have not… Continue reading Primrose Hill jewellery raid victims offer up to £1.5m in rewards

Wales Ambulance Service urges to 'drink sensibly' over New Year

The chief executive of the Welsh Ambulance Service has issued a plea for people to “drink sensibly” during New Year celebrations, following a critical incident declared by the service on Monday which resulted in a backlog of some 340 emergency calls. More than half of the trust’s ambulance vehicles were also said to be waiting… Continue reading Wales Ambulance Service urges to 'drink sensibly' over New Year

Sadiq Khan knighthood prompts Tory criticism

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours list, along with other politicians such as senior Labour MP Emily Thornberry, Conservative West Midlands Mayor Andy Street, and former long-serving schools minister Nick Gibb. Sir Sadiq said it was already an honor to serve the city he loves and that… Continue reading Sadiq Khan knighthood prompts Tory criticism

OnlyFans, porn and embarrassment: Why teen condom use is down

The use of condoms by teenagers in Wales has been declining, according to the World Health Organization. The cause of this trend could potentially be the impact of pornography, OnlyFans, and natural family planning. YMCA sexual health educator Sarah Peart reported that some boys are reluctant to use condoms “because they’re not seeing that in… Continue reading OnlyFans, porn and embarrassment: Why teen condom use is down