Newspaper headlines: King's portrait and US warnings to Georgia

Newspaper headlines: King's portrait and US warnings to Georgia

King Charles graces the front pages of several newspapers on Wednesday. The Daily Telegraph features a brand-new portrait of the monarch and also reports that Manchester City is on course to retain their Premier League title. The government minister, Chris Philp, tells the paper that Stop and Search is essential in the fight against knife… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: King's portrait and US warnings to Georgia

Diana Panorama interview: BBC settles claim with ex-chauffeur

Diana Panorama interview: BBC settles claim with ex-chauffeur

The BBC has settled a slander case with Princess Diana’s former chauffeur, Stephen Davies, over claims he leaked information about her before her famous Panorama interview. Davies was the Princess’s chauffeur at the time of her TV interview with Martin Bashir in November 1995 but was fired without explanation in March 1996. He sued the… Continue reading Diana Panorama interview: BBC settles claim with ex-chauffeur

Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica in week of US PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica in week of US PGA Championship

In a surprise move, Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce from his wife Erica just a week before the start of the US PGA Championship in Kentucky. According to court documents, the Northern Irishman lodged a “petition for dissolution of marriage” in a Florida court on Monday. The couple wed in 2017 and have one… Continue reading Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica in week of US PGA Championship

Chinese ambassador summoned by UK Foreign Office after three face spying charges

Chinese ambassador summoned by UK Foreign Office after three face spying charges

The UK Foreign Office summoned China’s ambassador, Zheng Zeguang, on Wednesday after three people were charged with assisting Hong Kong’s intelligence services. The UK officials condemned China’s recent pattern of behaviour, including cyber-attacks and reports of espionage links. The meeting comes after Chi Leung (Peter) Wai, Matthew Trickett, and Chung Biu Yuen were charged with… Continue reading Chinese ambassador summoned by UK Foreign Office after three face spying charges

Three in court over alleged plan to attack Jewish community

Three in court over alleged plan to attack Jewish community

Two men have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences over an alleged plan for a gun attack targeting the Jewish community in the north-west of England. Walid Saadaoui, 36, and Amar Hussein, 50, have been charged with the preparation of terrorist acts between December 13, 2023, and May 9, 2024. Meanwhile, Mr. Saadaoui’s 35-year-old… Continue reading Three in court over alleged plan to attack Jewish community

Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry

Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry

Michelle O’Neill, the First Minister of Northern Ireland, has apologised for attending the funeral of former Sinn Féin chairman Bobby Storey. Speaking at the UK Covid Inquiry in Belfast, O’Neill acknowledged that her actions had caused hurt and anger, and apologised for the hurt that had been caused. O’Neill faced accusations of breaking coronavirus guidelines… Continue reading Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry

Lost cheque blamed for Harry and Meghan's charity error

Lost cheque blamed for Harry and Meghan's charity error

The Archewell Foundation, a charity founded by Prince Harry and Meghan, has been given a “delinquency notice” by US authorities, preventing the organisation from operating until the registration process is completed. Although the couple claim that all of the charity’s documentation was submitted on time, the required cheque was not received. Archewell has since re-sent… Continue reading Lost cheque blamed for Harry and Meghan's charity error

Wales farm subsidy plans delayed until 2026 after protests

Wales farm subsidy plans delayed until 2026 after protests

The Welsh government has announced that a major overhaul of farming subsidies will be delayed for an additional year, with a new start date now set for 2026 as a result of widespread protests. Responding to concerns raised by farmers over the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said that the Welsh… Continue reading Wales farm subsidy plans delayed until 2026 after protests

UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise

UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise

The UK’s unemployment rate rose to its highest level in nearly a year, while wage growth remained strong, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The jobless rate increased to 4.3% between January and March, up from 4.2%, with unemployment increasing. Meanwhile, pay, excluding bonuses, remained at 6%, above the expected figure of 5.9%,… Continue reading UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise