The UK Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry following the release of a video showing “death to Israel” chants at the Kanoon Towhid Islamic Centre in west London. The charity regulator expressed concerns over the misuse of the charity’s premises and is examining the elderly’s management and the administration of the charity’s trustees. The… Continue reading Inquiry into 'death to Israel' chants at Islamic centre
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Man with life-limiting condition 'stunned' council took back short break savings
Nathan Lee Davies, a man with Friedrich’s ataxia, a condition that affects his coordination, balance, and speech, has expressed shock at his local council’s decision to “claw back” money he had saved to go on holiday with his caregivers. He saved money from his round-the-clock care fund by skipping cinema trips approved by the council.… Continue reading Man with life-limiting condition 'stunned' council took back short break savings
Drugs: Easier to get crack than takeaway says ex-addict
Richard, a former crack cocaine user from South Wales, had to temporarily move away from his young daughter to enter rehab to overcome his addiction. The 28-year-old claimed that “it is definitely easier to get crack than a takeaway.” Richard had to travel 200 miles away from his home to Leicester to begin his 16-week… Continue reading Drugs: Easier to get crack than takeaway says ex-addict
Inside the parts of Edinburgh store Jenners you've never seen before
The historic Jenners department store in Edinburgh’s Princes Street has been closed for refurbishment and Danish billionaire, Anders Holch Povlsen, is restoring the 129-year-old property and transforming it into a hotel, while also working on the Victorian facade. For years, there have been hundreds of secret rooms and turrets at Jenners, accessible only by a… Continue reading Inside the parts of Edinburgh store Jenners you've never seen before
Labour suspends second parliamentary candidate after recording emerges
Labour has suspended a second parliamentary candidate over allegations of antisemitism. Former MP Graham Jones is facing an investigation after reportedly using an expletive to refer to Israel and calling for British people who fight in the Israel Defence Forces to be “locked up”. Jones had been selected to contest his former Lancashire seat of… Continue reading Labour suspends second parliamentary candidate after recording emerges
Steve Wright: BBC Radio 2 presenter dies aged 69
BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright has passed away at the age of 69. His family confirmed his death with “deep sorrow and profound regret” in a statement on Tuesday. Wright started his broadcasting career with the BBC in the 1970s and went on to host the afternoon shows on Radio 1… Continue reading Steve Wright: BBC Radio 2 presenter dies aged 69
Swansea man left brother's body for mum to find, court told
A Swansea Crown Court has opened to decide about the brutal murder case where a man allegedly killed his older brother in May 2023. Darren Steel, 39, from Morriston, Swansea, faces murder charges on the murder accusation by prosecutor Caroline Rees. Rees alleged Steel killed his brother, Martin Steel, and abandoned his dead body in… Continue reading Swansea man left brother's body for mum to find, court told
Former Aberdeen NHS worker guilty of poisoning young boy
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Soho Theatre: Jewish theatregoers felt 'unsafe' at Paul Currie comedy show
The Soho Theatre in London has issued an apology after Jewish audience members reported feeling “unsafe” and “threatened” during a comedy gig. The incident occurred during a performance by comedian Paul Currie, who allegedly displayed a Palestinian flag and yelled “get out” at a man who objected. The theatre said it was “sorry and saddened”… Continue reading Soho Theatre: Jewish theatregoers felt 'unsafe' at Paul Currie comedy show
Emma Caldwell murder accused says sex was 'consensual'
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