A serious crash has occurred between a car, a bus, and potentially a motorbike on Elwyn Street in Coedely, Rhondda Cynon Taf. The Welsh Ambulance Service has confirmed there have been fatalities as a result of the incident. They deployed 18 resources, including seven ambulances and three doctors, but did not provide any further details… Continue reading Coedely: Fatalities and road closed after bus and car crash
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Princess of Wales brings her children to help families in poverty
The Princess of Wales, Catherine, accompanied her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis to a baby bank in Holyport, Berkshire. The visit aimed to provide support for families that face poverty during the Christmas season. The royal children were taught about the importance of volunteering and helped to pick out presents and toys… Continue reading Princess of Wales brings her children to help families in poverty
Unions call for immediate pause to Ofsted inspections
The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) and National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) have released a joint statement calling for an immediate pause to Ofsted inspections. This follows a recent coroner’s inquest into the death of head teacher Ruth Perry, which found an Ofsted inspection had contributed to her suicide in January. Ofsted… Continue reading Unions call for immediate pause to Ofsted inspections
Alicia Keys' surprise performance for London commuters
The bustling train station of St. Pancras International in London was subject to a surprise visit from none other than US singer, Alicia Keys. The talented artist had a special treat to offer the commuters in the form of a live performance of some of her greatest hits while playing on the public piano that… Continue reading Alicia Keys' surprise performance for London commuters
Claire Holland: Darren Osment guilty of murdering Bristol woman
Darren Osment has been found guilty of murdering his ex-partner, Claire Holland, who went missing in 2012 after a drunken argument with Osment in a Bristol pub. Despite extensive police investigations, her body has never been found. Osment called 999 in 2019 and admitted to killing her, but retracted the confession later. The former chef… Continue reading Claire Holland: Darren Osment guilty of murdering Bristol woman
Caroline Glachan: Jury urged to convict three over 1996 murder
The trial of three people accused of the 1996 murder of 14-year-old Caroline Glachan is underway in the High Court in Glasgow. Prosecutors have urged the jury to convict the three accused of what they have described as a “brutal” attack that left Glachan to drown in the River Leven in Renton, West Dunbartonshire. Robert… Continue reading Caroline Glachan: Jury urged to convict three over 1996 murder
Sutton fire: Mother in court charged with manslaughter of four sons
Deveca Rose, a 29-year-old mother from Wallington, Sutton, has been granted conditional bail after appearing in court charged with manslaughter and child abandonment. The charges relate to the tragic death of her four sons, aged three and four, who died in a fire at their home on 16 December 2021. Dressed in black, Ms Rose… Continue reading Sutton fire: Mother in court charged with manslaughter of four sons
Humza Yousaf brands David Cameron 'petty' over meeting threat
Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf has responded to criticism from UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron over a meeting with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Cameron had threatened to withdraw UK support for Scottish ministers during overseas visits, claiming Yousaf had breached protocols by meeting Erdogan without a UK official present. He also threatened to close Scottish offices in… Continue reading Humza Yousaf brands David Cameron 'petty' over meeting threat
Trehafod: Tribute to Matthew Theophilus, 35, after crash death
A father from Caerphilly has passed away following a multi-vehicle crash. Matthew Theophilus, who was 35 years old at the time of his death, was rushed to the hospital for treatment, but later succumbed to his injuries as a result of the accident that took place in Trehafod, Rhondda Cynon Taf on Sunday 3rd December.… Continue reading Trehafod: Tribute to Matthew Theophilus, 35, after crash death
Veterans demand Commons debate on review into past armed forces gay ban
The UK government has reportedly abandoned its promise to hold a parliamentary debate concerning reparations for veterans who were discharged from the military because of their sexuality. In July, following a review, then Defence Secretary Ben Wallace pledged the debate. However, sources have indicated that this debate has now been scrapped and veterans will not… Continue reading Veterans demand Commons debate on review into past armed forces gay ban