A 75-year-old Scottish grandmother has become an online gaming sensation thanks to her skills and commentary while playing Fortnite. Cath Bowie, known by her username Grumpygran1948, spends up to six hours a day playing the game online, and her fans have gone global. Bowie was introduced to Fortnite by her grandson in 2017, and after… Continue reading Grumpy gran aged 75 is global Fortnite gaming sensation
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Llanelli: Man who stabbed victim in neck jailed for 28 years
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of stabbing someone to death with a fishing knife in Llanelli, Wales. James Smith, 36, received the sentence at Swansea Crown Court. He will serve a minimum of 28 years before he is eligible for parole. The victim, 26-year-old Ashley Sarsero, was stabbed… Continue reading Llanelli: Man who stabbed victim in neck jailed for 28 years
Fentanyl killer Luke D'Wit jailed for life for murdering Stephen and Carol Baxter
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Diane Abbott: Police investigate Tory donor alleged race comments
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Grange-over-Sands train derailment causing cancellations
Commuters in two counties have been affected by the derailment of a Northern train. The train, carrying four passengers and four staff members, was heading for Barrow when it derailed near Grange-over-Sands in Cumbria at approximately 6:00 a.m. GMT. All lines between Barrow-in-Furness and Lancaster are now blocked, and services are expected to suffer delays… Continue reading Grange-over-Sands train derailment causing cancellations
England kit: Keir Starmer urges change over St George's Cross design
Nike has been called upon by Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to revise its new England football shirt that features different colours in the cross of St. George. Nike said the shirt, launched ahead of Euro 2024, includes a “playful update” to the cross “to unite and inspire”. However, the addition of navy, light blue,… Continue reading England kit: Keir Starmer urges change over St George's Cross design
Wet weather dampens February shop sales
Data released by the UK government has revealed that sales in shops have seen zero growth during the month of February. Experts have said that the bad weather and the cost of living have contributed to a slowdown in retail sales. Although there was a slight boost in clothing sales, this was offset by falling… Continue reading Wet weather dampens February shop sales
Bill to ban trophy hunting imports back in front of MPs
A new bill proposing a ban on the import of animal hunting trophies will be introduced to the House of Commons, according to Labour MP John Spellar. If passed, the law would mean that the body parts of lions, elephants and zebras killed for sport would be prohibited from entering the UK. This is the… Continue reading Bill to ban trophy hunting imports back in front of MPs
'Mass surveillance' fears over law change plans
The UK tech industry is concerned about proposed changes to the Investigatory Powers Act, which some have dubbed a “snooper’s charter”. Although the government maintains that its amendments will help keep UK citizens safe, more than a dozen groups and individuals focused on the tech sector and human rights have signed a statement disputing this.… Continue reading 'Mass surveillance' fears over law change plans
Inside the ice cream van feeding Liverpool's families
An ice cream van in Liverpool is offering frozen food, soup, toiletries, and vegetables at lower prices than supermarkets. The van is the brainchild of Michelle Roach, who set up community interest company New Beginnings, Improving Lives just before the pandemic. Roach also runs a community store, mental health support groups, and an emergency food… Continue reading Inside the ice cream van feeding Liverpool's families