Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, who co-presented ITV’s “This Morning,” are divorcing after being married since 2010 and having one child together. A spokesperson for the couple confirmed the news, stating they “are in the process of divorcing.” Holmes, 64, who joined GB News earlier this year, and Langsford, 64, who is a regular panel… Continue reading TV broadcasters Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford announce divorce
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Broadmoor Hospital: Fire breaks out at former psychiatric unit
In the early hours of the morning, a fire broke out at the site of a former psychiatric hospital where some of the UK’s most notorious criminals were held. The incident occurred on Chaplains Hill in Crowthorne, Berkshire. Flames were seen in one derelict building just after 09:30 BST. According to the Royal Berkshire Fire… Continue reading Broadmoor Hospital: Fire breaks out at former psychiatric unit
Police group backs fan zones to tackle football disorder
With the upcoming Old Firm Scottish Cup final clash on Saturday, the Scottish Police Federation has requested dedicated fan zones to tackle football disorder. The first Celtic-Rangers championship final since 1999 is expected to see large crowds gather across Glasgow. This follows last weekend’s gathering of around 25,000 fans in the city centre to celebrate Celtic’s premiership victory, which… Continue reading Police group backs fan zones to tackle football disorder
Poyntzpass: Man in his 60s dies after Newry Road crash
On Friday evening, a man in his 60s passed away after a two-vehicle crash in Poyntzpass. According to reports, authorities were notified of the incident on the Newry Road at around 18:30 BST. Local police officers, along with members of the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service and the Ambulance Service, rushed to the scene.… Continue reading Poyntzpass: Man in his 60s dies after Newry Road crash
Brian Low: Man charged over dog walker death in Aberfeldy
A 75-year-old man has been charged with the killing of 65-year-old Brian Low, a dog walker from Perthshire in Aberfeldy earlier this year. Low’s death was initially assumed to be medically related but a later examination revealed that he had been shot. The man accused of the killing will appear in Dundee Sheriff Court on… Continue reading Brian Low: Man charged over dog walker death in Aberfeldy
Dover: Long delays for ferry passengers at port
Holidaymakers attempting to reach the continent via the Port of Dover are experiencing significant delays. The port reported waits of two hours at French border controls at around 8:15am on May 31, while ferries are accommodating passengers on their next available sailings. A spokesperson for the port reminded travellers to remain in their vehicles for… Continue reading Dover: Long delays for ferry passengers at port
Bournemouth beach stabbings: One woman dead and another injured
A woman has died and another woman has been seriously injured after a double stabbing on Durley Chine Beach in Bournemouth last Friday. The incident was reported to Dorset Police at 23:42 BST. Police have initiated a murder investigation into the matter. Police say the 34-year-old victim from Poole was found dead on the beach.… Continue reading Bournemouth beach stabbings: One woman dead and another injured
Royal Mail investigated by Ofcom for missing delivery targets
UK postal service Royal Mail is being investigated by British regulator Ofcom after it failed to deliver less than three-quarters of first-class mail on time. International Distribution Services (IDS), Royal Mail’s parent company, said that only 74.5% of first-class post was delivered within one working day, instead of the 93% required by Ofcom’s rules. IDS… Continue reading Royal Mail investigated by Ofcom for missing delivery targets
Smartphone ban for kids is worth considering – MPs
A report by the Education Select Committee has advised the UK government to ban the use of smartphones by children under the age of 16. According to the committee, the risks posed by the internet and increased screen time for children outweighs the benefits. The report argues that with almost all children owning a smartphone… Continue reading Smartphone ban for kids is worth considering – MPs
Extinct ‘mountain jewel’ plant returned to wild – in secret location
In a groundbreaking move, a plant thought to be extinct in the UK has been reintroduced to its native soil after several decades of absence. Pioneering horticulturist Robbie Blackhall-Miles led the mission, with the support of conservation charity Plantlife, as well as the National Trust and Natural Resource Wales. The plant is the rosy saxifrage,… Continue reading Extinct ‘mountain jewel’ plant returned to wild – in secret location