The Wish Centre, a domestic abuse charity in Blackburn, has provided a vital lifeline for Key Crawford, a woman who suffered severe physical abuse and psychological torment at the hands of her ex-partner. Crawford credits the Centre with having saved her life by offering a refuge, counselling and mental health support. Like many others in… Continue reading Blackburn Wish Centre: 'My ex-partner burnt me with boiling water'
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Dinosaurs: Isle of Wight skeleton 'most complete' in 100 years
A new dinosaur species has been discovered on the Isle of Wight, believed to be the most complete dinosaur discovered in the UK in over 100 years. The Comptonatus chasei roamed the island around 125 million years ago and weighed as much as an African elephant. The new species, named after fossil hunter Nick Chase,… Continue reading Dinosaurs: Isle of Wight skeleton 'most complete' in 100 years
Twickenham pupil with cancer able to attend school using robot
A student in south-west London who has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer is using an interactive robot to keep up with his schoolwork. After Howard’s attendance dropped to less than 50% due to weekly chemotherapy sessions, his school in Twickenham introduced him to ‘AV Howard’. The robot allows him to attend his… Continue reading Twickenham pupil with cancer able to attend school using robot
Saving money regularly helps you sleep better – academics
Academic research suggests that saving money regularly can help to improve sleeping patterns. It also helps people to relax and adopt a more optimistic outlook on the future, regardless of how small the amount saved is. This is according to the report conducted by Bristol University, which also found that individuals on lower incomes who… Continue reading Saving money regularly helps you sleep better – academics
Keir Starmer says defence spending commitment 'cast iron' – but refuses to give timeline
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reiterated the UK’s “cast iron commitment” to spending 2.5% of national income on defence, however, he has refused to provide a timeline on when this promise will be delivered. Sir Keir travelled to Washington for the annual summit of the Nato defence alliance, less than a week after winning… Continue reading Keir Starmer says defence spending commitment 'cast iron' – but refuses to give timeline
First peek of renovated room behind Buckingham Palace balcony
Taking visitors on a unique journey of the illustrious Buckingham Palace, the east wing, also known as the main facade of the palace, has opened its doors to the public after a five-year renovation. Although the tourists will not be allowed to step out on to the balcony just yet, this trial run will give… Continue reading First peek of renovated room behind Buckingham Palace balcony
Newspaper headlines: UK defence plan and England bid for Euro glory
As England prepares for their Euro 2024 semi-final match against the Netherlands, newspapers are full of excitement. The Daily Mirror praises England manager Gareth Southgate for his leadership and for keeping the team spirit alive. The Metro boldly states that the players stand on the verge of making history, while the Daily Star puts captain… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: UK defence plan and England bid for Euro glory
CCTV released after man dies following Wolverhampton house fire
West Midlands Police have released CCTV footage of a man who allegedly started a fire that caused the death of Akashdeep Singh and left four others injured in Wolverhampton on 25 June. The video is expected to help with the investigation into the crime. Singh’s family paid tribute to him through the police stating that… Continue reading CCTV released after man dies following Wolverhampton house fire
Octopus Energy boss backs lower bills for people near wind farms
The founder and CEO of Octopus, Greg Jackson, has called for people living near wind farms to pay less for their electricity. Mr Jackson claims it is nuts that the cost of electricity is the same throughout the UK, adding that discounts have already been offered to customers living near wind turbines. His firm has… Continue reading Octopus Energy boss backs lower bills for people near wind farms
Keir Starmer gives government jobs to brand new MPs
Five newly elected MPs have been given junior ministerial roles by Sir Keir Starmer. Although it is highly uncommon for members of Parliament with no previous experience in parliament to be given governmental roles, these MPs have been appointed to parliamentary Secretaries and Ministerial positions. Sarah Sackman, a planning and local government law specialist, was… Continue reading Keir Starmer gives government jobs to brand new MPs