Jaguar is undergoing a historic rebranding as it prepares to enter a new phase in its 102-year history as an electric-only carmaker. The carmaker has released a new logo and teased the relaunch via social media ahead of the official launch set for December 2021. The teaser video has sparked mixed reviews, with critics claiming… Continue reading Jaguar asks people to “trust and reserve judgement” on rebrand
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Crowds gather at Peaky Blinders' Tommy Shelby lookalike contest
Several individuals donning flat caps and waistcoats with an ice-cool stare participated in a lookalike contest of Peaky Blinders’s Tommy Shelby in Birmingham. The competition is a recent addition to the trend of celebrity doppelganger contests that are popular worldwide. In Birmingham’s Bullring, over 100 onlookers watched as participants tried to replicate the character depicted… Continue reading Crowds gather at Peaky Blinders' Tommy Shelby lookalike contest
SEPA refuse Scots man who tried to send 500 bikes to Africa
Nigel Carter, a 64-year-old man from Comrie, Perthshire, had collected 500 bicycles to donate to a charity in Sudan that helps people access low-cost transportation. Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) deemed some of the bikes in the shipment unfit for purpose and refused to let them leave the country. Despite the fact that some of… Continue reading SEPA refuse Scots man who tried to send 500 bikes to Africa
Your pictures: Storm Bert brings snow, wind and rain to UK
Widespread disruption is being caused by Storm Bert, which continues to bring heavy snowfall, rain, and strong winds to parts of the UK. Much of Scotland, alongside parts of northern and central England, has seen snowfall with southern England and Wales being hit by strong winds and heavy rain. Despite the lifting of earlier amber… Continue reading Your pictures: Storm Bert brings snow, wind and rain to UK
UK wants to hire EU negotiator to 'reset' relationship
The UK Government has announced the hiring of a new negotiator to help deliver a “reset” of relations with Europe. According to the job posting, this role will lead the government’s relationship with the European Union and negotiations on “key UK interests.” These interests include issues surrounding trade, security, and border policy. The Cabinet Office… Continue reading UK wants to hire EU negotiator to 'reset' relationship
Snowy Saturday as Storm Bert sweeps the UK
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Cat rescued from drainpipe by Clevedon firefighters
Firefighters in Clevedon, Somerset, were called out on Saturday after a domestic cat got stuck in a garage drainpipe. The female, named John, had to be rescued, with small tools used to cut part of the pipe. She was transported to a local vet to have the remainder of the stuck pipe safely removed. No… Continue reading Cat rescued from drainpipe by Clevedon firefighters
Edgbaston murder arrest after man shot dead and another critically injured
A man has been taken into custody by the police on suspicion of murder after a victim was killed in a shooting and another critically injured in Birmingham. Law enforcement discovered the deceased man, who was in his 20s, in a car, while the other was located at a nearby bus stop after attempting to… Continue reading Edgbaston murder arrest after man shot dead and another critically injured
‘Scammers sent a courier to steal £4,000 in cash’
Jenny, a victim of fraud, has spoken to the BBC about her experience and how she used a fraud helpline to try to avoid scammers. Unfortunately, they still managed to steal £4,000 by sending a fake courier to collect the money from her doorstep. Scammers face increased pressure from the 159 fraud helpline which has… Continue reading ‘Scammers sent a courier to steal £4,000 in cash’
Kate invites Southport families to Christmas carols
Kensington Palace has announced that the Princess of Wales will host a Christmas carol service for families affected by the Southport attacks. Over 1,600 invited guests will attend the fourth Together At Christmas service at Westminster Abbey on 6 December. This comes after Catherine was diagnosed with cancer and had to withdraw from her public… Continue reading Kate invites Southport families to Christmas carols