The 2021 BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend kicked off in Luton with an impressive lineup. On Friday, Chase & Status amazed the crowd with surprise performances by ArrDee, Stefflon Don, and Clementine Douglas. It was the first time in the event’s history that all four stages hosted acts on a Friday. Previous events reserved Friday… Continue reading Big Weekend: Chase & Status provide Friday fireworks
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Kennington: Child killed in fall from balcony
A tragic incident has taken place in south-east London, where a child fell from an upper-floor flat and died, according to the Metropolitan Police. Authorities were contacted at 4:23 pm BST, and police officers arrived at the scene on Hotspur Street, Kennington, where they found the child. Despite their best efforts alongside the London Ambulance… Continue reading Kennington: Child killed in fall from balcony
Hay Festival suspends Baillie Gifford sponsorship after controversy
Baillie Gifford, management investment company and sponsor of the Hay Festival, has been suspended amidst controversy surrounding its connection to Israel and fossil fuel companies. Performers including Charlotte Church and Nish Kumar had already pulled out of participating in the event in protest at the sponsorship deal, with Church joining calls for an Israeli ceasefire.… Continue reading Hay Festival suspends Baillie Gifford sponsorship after controversy
Race Across the World: MRKH – 'No one is prepared for diagnosis'
Betty, a contestant on the BBC’s “Race Across the World,” has been praised for discussing her diagnosis of Mayer Rokitansky Küster Hauser syndrome (MRKH) on this week’s show. MRKH affects one in every 5,000 women, according to the NHS, and primarily affects the reproductive system, with women either born without a vagina and uterus, or… Continue reading Race Across the World: MRKH – 'No one is prepared for diagnosis'
Labradors' Leintwardine supermarket bread theft seen on CCTV
Two mischievous labradors made a surprise visit to a local supermarket in Leintwardine, Herefordshire, and ran off with a loaf of bread. According to CCTV footage, the dogs delivered smiles to everyone who saw them running around the aisles with their loot, before they were eventually caught and returned to their owners. Alan Link, a… Continue reading Labradors' Leintwardine supermarket bread theft seen on CCTV
Dylan Cope: Boy's sepsis death preventable – coroner
A coroner in Newport has concluded that a nine-year-old boy’s death from sepsis was “contributed to by neglect” and “would have been avoided” if he had not been “erroneously discharged” from a hospital in Cwmbran, Torfaen. Dylan Cope went to A&E with a GP note indicating potential appendicitis, but the note was not read and… Continue reading Dylan Cope: Boy's sepsis death preventable – coroner
Sunak 'disappointed' smoking ban bill did not get through
As the UK parliamentary term draws to a close, one piece of legislation championed by Prime Minister David Cameron is set to falter. Cameron had hoped to introduce a bill to phase out smoking, with the aim of creating the first truly ‘smoke-free’ generation. He argues it is a bold move, and one that is… Continue reading Sunak 'disappointed' smoking ban bill did not get through
Plaistow: Five-year-old died after fall from kitchen window
The inquest into the death of a five-year-old boy who fell from the 15th floor of a tower block in east London has heard that he died instantly upon impact with a railing at the bottom of the building. Aalim Ahmed’s father discovered his body shortly before 06:00 BST on May 16th, 2021 at Jacobs… Continue reading Plaistow: Five-year-old died after fall from kitchen window
Lucy Letby denied permission for baby murders convictions appeal
Lucy Letby, a former neonatal nurse convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder six others, has been denied permission by senior judges to appeal against her convictions. Dame Victoria Sharp, sitting with Lord Justice Holroyde, said that Letby has been refused the right to appeal. The full reasons for the judges’ decision were… Continue reading Lucy Letby denied permission for baby murders convictions appeal
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on his way to Belfast
After announcing a general election for the 4th of July, the prime minister, Rishi Sunak, is now heading to Northern Ireland. This trip comes after Sunak’s first day of election campaigning, which he spent travelling to England, Scotland, and Wales. Sunak’s primary focus during his travels has been to rally support for his party and… Continue reading Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on his way to Belfast