Journalist Greig Watson reported on the extraordinary discovery of Richard III’s skeleton in 2012, which was found beneath a council car park in Leicester, shocking both the academic and broader communities. Despite the confirmation of his identity in January 2013, it took until March 2015 for his reinterment at Leicester Cathedral to occur, as disagreements… Continue reading Richard III's final path to rest in Leicester 10 years on
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Laurence Fox charged over Narinder Kaur upskirting image
Actor and politician Laurence Fox has been charged with a sexual offence after allegedly sharing an intimate image of TV star Narinder Kaur without her consent on social media. Kaur, a broadcaster who appears on Good Morning Britain and GB News, was a victim of ‘upskirting’ when Fox shared the image in April 2024. The… Continue reading Laurence Fox charged over Narinder Kaur upskirting image
Local elections 2025: Is there an election in my area?
On the first day of May, elections are scheduled to take place for 23 councils and six mayors in England. A significant portion of eligible voters in England will have the opportunity to cast their ballots, with over 1,600 councillors set to be elected. Certain regions in England have seen local elections postponed due to… Continue reading Local elections 2025: Is there an election in my area?
Spring Statement: Disabled woman losing sleep over Pip changes
Sam Brown, a woman from Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, who is blind in one eye and has less than 25% vision in the other, is among the more than 3.6 million people in the UK receiving Personal Independence Payments (Pip). The uncertainty surrounding the proposed changes to Pip eligibility has left her losing sleep,… Continue reading Spring Statement: Disabled woman losing sleep over Pip changes
Old photo reunites childhood sweethearts after 85 years
Reuniting Childhood Sweethearts After 85 Years In a heartwarming tale of reconnection, childhood sweethearts Jim Dougal and Betty Davidson (nee Dougal) found each other again after more than 85 years, all thanks to an old school photograph. They had spent their younger years walking hand in hand to school in Eyemouth, located in the Scottish… Continue reading Old photo reunites childhood sweethearts after 85 years
Sentebale: Harry leaves African charity he co-founded
The Duke of Sussex has decided to step down as a patron of Sentebale, a British charity based in Lesotho that he co-founded. This decision comes after a dispute between the charity’s trustees and the chair of its board, Dr. Sophie Chandauka. Prince Harry, along with fellow patron Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, and the board… Continue reading Sentebale: Harry leaves African charity he co-founded
Assisted dying: Government concerns over timeline
The government has raised concerns regarding the timeline for the implementation of assisted dying, according to sources at the BBC. Measures have been proposed to postpone the availability of assisted dying, with Labour MP Kim Leadbeater expressing disappointment in having to delay the enforcement until 2029. Some Members of Parliament have noted their concerns about… Continue reading Assisted dying: Government concerns over timeline
Sarah Everard's parents join campaign for harsher sentences
The parents of Sarah Everard are leading a new campaign group advocating for harsher sentencing for violent and sexual offenders, following the tragic abduction, rape, and murder of their daughter in 2021 by a Metropolitan Police officer. Concerned about ensuring that sentences accurately reflect the gravity of the crime, Jeremy and Susan Everard are pushing… Continue reading Sarah Everard's parents join campaign for harsher sentences
Apology over delay to Nottingham maternity report publication
The delayed report on maternity services in Nottingham has caused apologizes from the healthcare watchdog, following the largest inquiry of its kind in the NHS. Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections in June and July revealed seven breaches of regulations in safe care and treatment at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust’s main hospitals. Maternity services… Continue reading Apology over delay to Nottingham maternity report publication
'Grim spring outlook' and Reeves warned 'not to shift blame'
The headlines are buzzing with news of the chancellor’s Spring Statement. The Guardian highlights fears of potential tax rises as Rachel Reeves aims to “secure Britain’s future” by boosting defense spending. Speculation mounts on whether tax increases will be necessary in the upcoming budget session. Daily Mirror’s exclusive interview with the chancellor focuses on her… Continue reading 'Grim spring outlook' and Reeves warned 'not to shift blame'