Police in Greater Manchester have announced that a man in his 20s from Salford has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a passer-by discovered a torso wrapped in plastic in Kersal Wetlands. The victim, who has not been identified, is believed to have been over the age of 40. DNA tests are currently being… Continue reading Murder arrest over torso found in Salford woodland
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Bryan Talbot: The comics legend lurking in a Sunderland basement
Bryan Talbot, a British graphic novelist, will soon be inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Awards Hall of Fame, which is the most prestigious award for comic writers and artists globally. The BBC recently visited the artist and spent some time with him in his studio located in the basement of his Sunderland home. From… Continue reading Bryan Talbot: The comics legend lurking in a Sunderland basement
Cloghan Point: Lack of action over oil terminal plan 'shocking'
Plans to expand a Belfast Lough oil terminal have been approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council despite opposition from local residents concerned over a big increase in its use and climate change issues. The Cloghan Point terminal will be developed into a facility for importing oil to be stored on the site before… Continue reading Cloghan Point: Lack of action over oil terminal plan 'shocking'
Where in the UK can you see the Monday 8 April solar eclipse?
On Monday, a total solar eclipse is expected to occur over North America, spanning from Mexico to the eastern tip of Canada. Although the phenomenon will be less dramatic in the UK, some parts of the country may be able to witness a partial eclipse. David Levy, a science author, explains that while a partial… Continue reading Where in the UK can you see the Monday 8 April solar eclipse?
Post Office scandal: Bosses earned millions despite Horizon scandal
The Post Office has revealed that, over a period of 24 years, the people at the helm of the company while the problematic Horizon system was in place earned a total of £19.4m. From 1995 to 2002, John Roberts was in charge of the Post Office (then called Consignia) and made £1.2m. From 2010 to… Continue reading Post Office scandal: Bosses earned millions despite Horizon scandal
Government delays decision on incinerator opposed by Steve Barclay
England has temporarily banned permits for new incinerator plants, including one that the Environment Secretary Steve Barclay is fighting against being built in his constituency. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will now evaluate how many plants are necessary, following a caution from a government official that stopping permits would be “unlawful.”… Continue reading Government delays decision on incinerator opposed by Steve Barclay
Noah Kahan, Teddy Swims and Benson Boone: US singer-songwriters are pop's breakout stars
New chart data from the UK’s Official Charts Company suggests that high-energy pop and dance music are on the decline in 2024, as more folksy singer-songwriters rise in popularity. The first three months of the year saw three out of the four biggest hits come from artists like Noah Kahan, Teddy Swims, and Benson Boone.… Continue reading Noah Kahan, Teddy Swims and Benson Boone: US singer-songwriters are pop's breakout stars
Rishi Sunak marks six months since start of Israel-Gaza war
British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak has stated that the UK is still supportive of Israel’s right to defend itself, six months on from the beginning of the conflict between Israel and Gaza. However, Sunak expressed his dismay at the fatalities of three British aid workers in an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strike last week. Additionally,… Continue reading Rishi Sunak marks six months since start of Israel-Gaza war
Manicure price rise: Are you happy to pay more for your nails?
More than 5,000 nail technicians across the UK are coming together to collectively raise their prices from Monday in what is being labelled “National Nail Price Increase Day”. The Nail Tech Org, the company behind the movement, said it decided to make the change after calculating that its members were making about £7 per hour,… Continue reading Manicure price rise: Are you happy to pay more for your nails?
Bradford stabbing: Woman seriously injured in city centre attack
A serious stabbing incident has occurred in the center of Bradford leaving a woman severely injured. The police were notified after 3:20 pm BST about the attack on Westgate at the junction of Drewton Road. The woman was taken to the hospital with “significant injuries”. The police have cautioned the public to stay away from… Continue reading Bradford stabbing: Woman seriously injured in city centre attack