Anjem Choudary, the leader of banned group al-Muhajiroun, has been sentenced to life in prison for directing the group and encouraging support for it through online meetings. The verdict means that Choudary will not be eligible for release on licence until he is over 85 years old. Choudary appeared shocked and unsteady in the dock… Continue reading Anjem Choudary: Radical preacher jailed for life
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Third girl dies after stabbing at Southport dance studio
A dance studio in Southport, Merseyside, became the site of a “ferocious” knife attack that killed three girls and left two adults and five children in critical condition. One of the victims, a 9-year-old girl, died in hospital early on Tuesday morning following the attack at the Taylor Swift-themed event on Monday. Two other children… Continue reading Third girl dies after stabbing at Southport dance studio
Taylor Swift in 'complete shock' over Southport knife attack
Taylor Swift expressed her dismay at the stabbing attacks that took place at a dance workshop inspired by her music in Southport, which left three children dead and nine more wounded. The pop sensation took to Instagram to write that she was in a state of shock about the “horrendous trauma”, which has left her… Continue reading Taylor Swift in 'complete shock' over Southport knife attack
Wrongly convicted sub-postmasters to get new compensation scheme
The UK Department of Business and Trade has announced a new compensation scheme for sub-postmasters who had their convictions overturned. Approximately 900 people are expected to qualify for the scheme, which offers two routes. The first offers a £600,000 final settlement, while the second is for sub-postmasters who think they are owed more. Regardless of… Continue reading Wrongly convicted sub-postmasters to get new compensation scheme
Ditching of social care plan is a tragedy – Dilnot
Sir Andrew Dilnot has called Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s decision to abandon changes to England’s care system a “tragedy”. Dilnot authored the proposals in 2011. He spoke to the BBC’s Today programme and criticised social care’s lack of attention, saying it has been “ignored” and “tossed aside.” Reeves claimed there was no money to implement the… Continue reading Ditching of social care plan is a tragedy – Dilnot
Swansea: Theatre that hosted Charlie Chaplin to reopen
The Palace Theatre in Swansea, a Grade II-listed building where performers such as Charlie Chaplin and Anthony Hopkins once took to the stage, is set to reopen in September after being empty for over 15 years. Swansea council purchased the derelict building in 2020 after a suspected arson attack. When it reopens, visitors will be… Continue reading Swansea: Theatre that hosted Charlie Chaplin to reopen
Omagh bomb inquiry to hold first hearing
The first public hearing of the Omagh bombing public inquiry is taking place today. The inquiry was established to determine whether or not the bombing, which killed 29 people including a woman who was expecting twins, could have been prevented by taking additional steps. The Real IRA was responsible for the attack in August of… Continue reading Omagh bomb inquiry to hold first hearing
UK weather: Hottest day of year expected as heatwave nears
Tuesday could see the UK’s hottest day of the year so far, with some areas of south-east England predicted to reach temperatures of 32C (90F), potentially bringing an official heatwave. The Met Office stated that some places in England and Wales are likely to meet heatwave criteria later. However, it may be short-lived as a… Continue reading UK weather: Hottest day of year expected as heatwave nears
Police launch urgent search for missing six-year-old girl in London
The six-year-old girl who went missing on Monday in south-east London’s Greenwich has prompted the Metropolitan Police to issue an urgent appeal. Named Eudine, she was reported missing from the Thamesmead Estate on 10 May at 22:40 BST. The police informed that she was seen alone on CCTV at midday, and they have requested people… Continue reading Police launch urgent search for missing six-year-old girl in London
Carol Morgan: Murder scene was the worst detective had even seen
Detective Brian Prickett led the investigation into the murder of Carol Morgan more than 40 years ago. Her husband, Allen Morgan, was always a prime suspect for the homicide, but there was never enough evidence to prove his involvement. Carol Morgan’s murder was “the worst attack I’ve seen on a human being, definitely,” recalled the… Continue reading Carol Morgan: Murder scene was the worst detective had even seen