The UK government has committed to establishing specialist teams dedicated to investigating rape and sexual offences within every police force across England and Wales by the year 2029. This initiative forms part of a broader, long-postponed strategy designed to reduce violence against women and girls by half over the next decade. The forthcoming plan includes… Continue reading All police forces to get specialist sexual offence teams, Mahmood pledges
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Pride in Place scheme in Welsh devolution row won't apply in Northern Ireland
The UK government has confirmed that a contentious funding initiative, which directs money to Welsh towns without routing it through the Welsh government, will not be implemented in the same manner in Northern Ireland. The second phase of the town centre regeneration scheme, known as Pride in Place, will see spending decisions in Wales controlled… Continue reading Pride in Place scheme in Welsh devolution row won't apply in Northern Ireland
Welling United v Potters Bar Town: Match postponed after manager Sammy Moore injured in altercation
A man has been taken into custody following an incident that resulted in Potters Bar Town’s manager requiring medical attention, subsequently causing the postponement of their match against Welling United. Both clubs announced the cancellation of the Isthmian League fixture less than 40 minutes prior to the intended 15:00 GMT start time. Potters Bar Town… Continue reading Welling United v Potters Bar Town: Match postponed after manager Sammy Moore injured in altercation
Two teenagers killed and one injured in South Yorkshire crash
Tragedy struck near Rotherham in South Yorkshire when a car collided with a tree, resulting in the deaths of two teenagers and leaving a man in critical condition. The victims included a 17-year-old girl who was driving and a 17-year-old boy, both of whom were pronounced dead at the scene. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained… Continue reading Two teenagers killed and one injured in South Yorkshire crash
Christmas uncertainty for family of girl with rare condition in London
A mother from London is hopeful that this Christmas might finally be spent at home with her seven-year-old daughter, after enduring several years of hospital stays during past festive seasons. Zarwa lives with geleophysic dysplasia, an exceptionally rare form of dwarfism that affects just over 30 individuals across the globe. The condition causes her airway… Continue reading Christmas uncertainty for family of girl with rare condition in London
Victim of Gateshead grooming gang rapist speaks out
A woman named Sarah, whose identity has been changed to protect her privacy, revealed the traumatic experience she endured when she was sexually groomed and assaulted as a teenager. At just 14 years old, she met a man in a park in Gateshead who initially seemed friendly but soon took advantage of a moment when… Continue reading Victim of Gateshead grooming gang rapist speaks out
Avatar: Fire and Ash: How the soundtrack was made
The Avatar film series is well-known for its groundbreaking advancements in visual effects, pioneering new techniques in cinematography, animation, and motion capture. However, the musical dimension of the franchise is just as remarkable in its scale and complexity. Simon Franglen, the composer behind the score for the third film in the saga, Avatar: Fire and… Continue reading Avatar: Fire and Ash: How the soundtrack was made
Forecasters warn of floods as amber rain warning issued
Scotland is facing significant flooding risks as a prolonged spell of heavy rain is expected to hit the region. Forecasters have issued an amber weather warning for the south west starting from midnight, while a yellow alert covers much of the western mainland. According to the Met Office, rainfall totals could reach 50-70mm over much… Continue reading Forecasters warn of floods as amber rain warning issued
Grenfell Tower to be lit up each night as 'visible reminder'
The dismantling of Grenfell Tower will be accompanied by a nightly display of lights, intended to serve as a poignant reminder of the tragic fire that took place at the building. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) announced that beams of light would shine upwards from each corner of the tower, while… Continue reading Grenfell Tower to be lit up each night as 'visible reminder'
Zoe Ball steps down from her BBC Radio 2 Saturday show
Zoe Ball has announced that she will be stepping down as the presenter of her BBC Radio 2 Saturday afternoon show. During a broadcast, she revealed that Emma Willis will be taking over the role, describing her as a “superwoman.” Ball reassured her listeners that although she is leaving the regular show, she will not… Continue reading Zoe Ball steps down from her BBC Radio 2 Saturday show