Tag: UK News

Vinyl LPs in the UK have reached their highest sales level since 1990 with the continuing revival of physical music. Trade group, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), found that sales of LPs rose by 11.7% to 5.9 million units, increasing for the 16th year in a row. Taylor Swift’s 1989 (Taylor’s Version) was the best-selling… Continue reading UK vinyl sales at the highest level since 1990

The Derwent Dam in the Peak District has been captured in a state of full flow by a rambler after heavy rain in the area. Mrs. Sue Rhodes, who was walking with her husband on Wednesday, described the dam as the ‘wildest’ she had ever seen. The area has been hit by a number of… Continue reading Walker films 'wild' dam after heavy rain

Police authorities have revealed that a man, Christian Marriott, who died after being hit by a car, was a Good Samaritan who had stopped to help a woman lying unconscious in the street. The incident took place in Sheffield, minutes after the police were informed of an incidence of disorder and violence at College Close,… Continue reading Sheffield murder inquiry: Man killed as car hit crowd was 'Good Samaritan'

A powerful tornado caused chaos and destruction during Storm Gerrit in Stalybridge. The Greater Manchester Police have declared a major incident and around 100 homes sustained damage, including missing roofs and destroyed walls, as a result of the severe weather conditions. Despite the havoc wreaked on the area, there were no reports of injuries during… Continue reading Storm Gerrit: Stalybridge tornado 'was a whirlwind of madness'

A fire was reported at Blackpool Tower around 14:15 GMT, with visible flames coming from a metal section near the top of the landmark. A total of six fire engines and a “rope rescue” team from the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) immediately responded with Lancashire Police officers also arriving on the scene. Meanwhile,… Continue reading Blackpool Tower fire: Fire crews called to iconic landmark

Two men who were reported missing at Gartmorn Dam Country Park in Sauchie, Clackmannanshire on Christmas Eve have prompted a search by Scottish Police for them. Local reports indicate that the men could have been fishing at the popular destination. Unfortunately, searches have resulted in the recovery of only one body. It is believed that… Continue reading Body found in search for two men missing at Alloa reservoir

A couple from County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland were ecstatic to learn they had won £3.8m in the Lotto draw just over a week before Christmas. Jonny Johnston and Christina Williams found out they had secured the jackpot when Mr. Johnston received an email from the National Lottery as he was out with colleagues. The… Continue reading National Lottery: Fermanagh couple say £3.8m jackpot feels unreal

Following rumors that Holly Willoughby may depart the show after her departure from This Morning in October, it has been confirmed that she will continue to host Dancing on Ice. Nonetheless, her previous co-host on ITV shows, Phillip Schofield, will be replaced by Stephen Mulhern. Schofield left This Morning in May and later admitted to… Continue reading Holly Willoughby to return to Dancing on Ice alongside Stephen Mulhern

Storm Gerrit has hit Scotland causing blizzards and flooding, leaving approximately 14,000 homes without power. Some areas in Scotland are worse affected than others, especially the north east and Shetland. Power cuts are expected to continue into Friday. Floods have also occurred in Cupar, Fife and other areas. There has been a landslide on the… Continue reading Thousands of homes still without power after Storm Gerrit

Storm Gerrit caused widespread power outages across Wales, leaving over 150 homes without electricity. Gusts of up to 85mph hit Capel Curig in Conwy, as much of the country was battered by thundery showers and gale force winds overnight. National Grid confirmed that 140 properties across south and mid Wales were without power, with Scottish… Continue reading Storm Gerrit: Homes without power as 85mph gales hit Wales