Tag: UK News

During a protest and counter-demonstration in Bristol, five individuals were apprehended after police officers were attacked. The incident occurred outside the Mercure hotel in Redcliff, which provides accommodation for asylum seekers. One police officer required hospital treatment following the disturbances. The Avon and Somerset Police reported that a segment of the counter-protesters appeared determined to… Continue reading Anti-migrant protest dwarfed by counter demonstration in Bristol

It looks like you’ve shared a news article excerpt about the Bridges family, who switched their gas boiler to a HeatHub — a small data center that processes data and repurposes the heat generated to warm their home. This innovative heating solution is part of the SHIELD project by UK Power Networks, aimed at helping… Continue reading 'I heat my Essex home with a data centre in the shed'

Jon Leeder, a 41-year-old from Caerphilly in south Wales, starts each day by taking medical cannabis before heading to his office job. He uses the treatment to manage his anxiety but has kept this information from his colleagues until recently speaking out to the BBC. Jon expressed concerns about how others might perceive him, saying,… Continue reading I take medical cannabis every day – but I was worried people would think I was a lazy stoner

During a recent non-league football fixture, the game was halted due to an incident involving alleged sexist abuse directed at the female referee. The match, featuring AFC Rushden & Diamonds against Coventry Sphinx, was abandoned at half-time after comments of a discriminatory nature were reportedly heard from the crowd, aimed at the official. AFC Rushden… Continue reading Rushden & Diamonds game abandoned after 'sexist' abuse of referee

The Cornish Birds of Prey Centre CIC recently experienced the theft of two of its birds, though one has since been recovered, according to the centre’s owner. Between 17:00 GMT on Thursday and 07:00 on Friday, a gyr falcon and a striated caracara were stolen from the rescue facility located at Winnards Perch in Cornwall.… Continue reading Two birds of prey stolen from Cornish rescue centre

Sian Cullen recently made the decision to sell an unusual piece she once purchased on social media: an interrogation chair accompanied by a matching cage. The Nottingham-based history enthusiast, who studied at Nottingham University, explained that her interest lies particularly in the darker and more macabre aspects of history. The chair and cage have been… Continue reading 'I'm selling my torture chair so I can move house'

The Sunday Times reports that Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to reform the UK’s asylum regulations by extending the time required for refugees to attain settled status from five to ten years. Alongside this, the government is expected to confirm a shorter waiting period for individuals who arrive legally, details of which will be unveiled… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: End of 'golden ticket' asylum rules and Labour leadership talk

Conor Benn claimed a unanimous decision victory over Chris Eubank Jr in their recent rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, avenging his earlier defeat in a bout that reignited the historic rivalry between their fathers from 35 years ago. Unlike their first encounter, which was a thrilling back-and-forth battle, Benn controlled the fight from the outset,… Continue reading Eubank vs Benn 2: What next for Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn & will there be trilogy fight?

The UK government is set to introduce significant changes to its asylum policy, with new rules requiring people granted asylum to wait 20 years before applying to settle permanently. These reforms, announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, aim to discourage illegal migration and reduce the number of small boat crossings and asylum applications. Under the… Continue reading Refugees to face 20-year wait to settle permanently under asylum reforms

Conor Benn delivered a commanding performance to gain revenge over his longtime rival Chris Eubank Jr., securing a unanimous decision win in their rematch held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Having lost their previous encounter in April on points, Eubank appeared cautious throughout this fight and struggled to respond to Benn’s powerful and aggressive approach. By… Continue reading Eubank vs Benn 2: Conor Benn masterclass crushes Chris Eubank Jr in rematch