Rebecca Payne, a flying island doctor, may have one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. As an out-of-hours island GP, she provides healthcare to some of the most isolated communities in the world while cherishing “magic moments,” such as seeing baby seals, king penguins on the beach, and the Northern Lights. “Every day… Continue reading Medicine: Does flying island doctor have the world's best job?
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PSNI officer sanctioned over handling of Belfast Christmas assault
After an investigation into a serious assault outside Belfast Central Library in December 2021, a police officer has been sanctioned for misconduct. The victim spent Christmas in the hospital with a broken leg after being attacked after verbally challenging two men who were assaulting two teenagers and using homophobic language. At the time, the Police… Continue reading PSNI officer sanctioned over handling of Belfast Christmas assault
Prevent: Rise in climate activists referred to anti-terror scheme
According to sources at the BBC, there has been a rise in climate activists being referred to the UK government’s Prevent programme, which is aimed at stopping people from becoming terrorists. While Prevent has historically been used in response to radicalisation related to far-right or Islamist terrorism, the government has clarified that it can also… Continue reading Prevent: Rise in climate activists referred to anti-terror scheme
Pantomime and carol singing proposed for Unesco cultural status
British Christmas traditions, including pantomime, carol singing, and wreath-making may soon receive protected status under the 2003 Unesco Convention for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage, which the UK government has confirmed it will ratify. The system safeguards crafts, practices, and traditions that provide people with a sense of identity around the world. Meanwhile, a wide range… Continue reading Pantomime and carol singing proposed for Unesco cultural status
'Harry Potter café' to reopen three years after Edinburgh's George IV Bridge fire
The Elephant House cafe in Edinburgh, where JK Rowling wrote portions of her Harry Potter books, is slated to reopen three years after it was damaged in a fire. The cafe was one of several properties destroyed in a blaze on George IV Bridge in August 2021. The landlord of the building went into liquidation… Continue reading 'Harry Potter café' to reopen three years after Edinburgh's George IV Bridge fire
Drink driving: Merthyr son's dread a year on from dad's death
A man’s son has shared his tragic experience of having to turn off his father’s life support on Boxing Day after he was hit by a drink driver on Christmas Eve. Ron Fealey, 82, was crossing the street in Merthyr Tydfil when he was struck by the car. His son, Mike, has urged people not… Continue reading Drink driving: Merthyr son's dread a year on from dad's death
National Crime Agency director sacked for security breach
Nikki Holland, formerly the director of investigations at the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA), has been dismissed from her role for security breaches, according to the agency. Holland, who had previously held senior roles at South Wales and Merseyside police forces, was responsible for specialist investigations at the NCA, including child abuse and people smuggling.… Continue reading National Crime Agency director sacked for security breach
XL bully seized and two arrested after puppy mauled in Doncaster street
Doncaster in South Yorkshire was the scene of a tragedy when a puppy was the victim of an attack by a larger dog, which was at the time out of control. South Yorkshire Police were alerted to the incident at 10:20 AM on Friday and the animal was taken to a veterinary clinic but was… Continue reading XL bully seized and two arrested after puppy mauled in Doncaster street
New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that in early 2025, plans will be implemented requiring individuals to earn £38,700 annually before bringing their family to the UK. This is an increase from the current threshold of £18,600 and was previously scheduled to take effect in the spring of 2025. The government has now opted for a… Continue reading New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak
Mother charged with baby daughter's Leeds park murder
A 39-year-old woman from Barnsley is due to appear in court charged with the murder of her five-month-old daughter, Evelyn. The charge follows the baby being found in a serious condition at Woodhouse Moor park in Leeds on Wednesday evening, taken to hospital, but later pronounced dead. The woman will appear before magistrates in Leeds… Continue reading Mother charged with baby daughter's Leeds park murder