Recently, it was reported that over 20 legal claims regarding historical abuse at Celtic Boys Club have been settled for a significant amount in damages. A class action was launched by about 30 former players against Celtic Plc, with Thompsons Solicitors stating that 70% of the cases have already been resolved, with more settlements expected… Continue reading Settlement agreed in Celtic Boys Club sex abuse cases
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Missing 11-year-old girl was seen paddling in River Thames
Residents near the River Thames reported that an 11-year-old girl had gone missing after she was seen paddling in the water on a day off from school. The incident occurred close to Barge House Causeway, near London City Airport, with the Metropolitan Police receiving reports around 13:15 BST on Monday. A search operation was conducted… Continue reading Missing 11-year-old girl was seen paddling in River Thames
Sainsbury's school trousers get pockets after girl's campaign
In a triumphant victory, a young girl from Ipswich, named Georgia, successfully advocated for change in school uniform trousers by supermarket chain Sainsbury’s. The eight-year-old girl was disappointed to discover that some trousers had pockets while others did not, prompting her to take action. Georgia wrote a letter to Sainsbury’s and even started a petition… Continue reading Sainsbury's school trousers get pockets after girl's campaign
Cornell University student targeted by Trump leaves the US
A graduate student from Cornell University had his US visa revoked for participating in protests against Israel and has decided to leave the country rather than facing deportation. Momodou Taal, who holds dual citizenship in the UK and The Gambia, faced the consequences of his on-campus protest activities during the Israel-Gaza conflict last year. Despite… Continue reading Cornell University student targeted by Trump leaves the US
Minister says rules on foreign donors will be tightened
Democracy Minister Rushanara Ali is taking action to safeguard against foreign political interference with a set of new measures in the works. Concerns arose in the UK when reports surfaced that tech billionaire Elon Musk, an adviser to US President Donald Trump, could potentially donate a significant amount to Reform UK through a UK branch… Continue reading Minister says rules on foreign donors will be tightened
Girl missing in river at Woolwich prompts emergency search
An 11-year-old girl has gone missing after entering the River Thames in east London, according to police reports. The incident occurred near Bargehouse Causeway in North Woolwich at around 13:15 BST. Following the girl’s entry into the river, a “large scale” search was initiated. However, after a few hours, the search operation was scaled down… Continue reading Girl missing in river at Woolwich prompts emergency search
Plan to raise deposit protection limit to £110,000
There has been a proposed change to banking regulations that will result in a significant increase in the amount of money protected for savers when a bank or building society faces financial difficulties. The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), which oversees UK banks, has stated that the planned increase will consider inflation since the limit was… Continue reading Plan to raise deposit protection limit to £110,000
Avonmouth explosion risk was flagged years before fatal blast
Years before the tragic explosion that claimed the lives of four workers at a water treatment plant, concerns regarding a “perfect explosive mixture” were raised. These reports, disclosed in a recent investigation by BBC West, highlighted serious safety issues at the Wessex Water Avonmouth plant located near Bristol. These concerns, initially brought to the attention… Continue reading Avonmouth explosion risk was flagged years before fatal blast
NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left ‘forgotten and failed’
A recent study shared exclusively with the BBC reveals that failing to correctly diagnose and treat individuals with bipolar disorder is costing the UK billions of pounds annually. Many of the estimated one million people living with this condition are described as “ghosts in the system,” suffering from poorly managed extreme lows and erratic highs… Continue reading NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left ‘forgotten and failed’
XL bully: Meeting a dangerous dog owner to ask why they have one
A year ago, a seven-year-old girl named Lydia was out walking with her father, Matt, when they were confronted by an XL bully that had gotten loose from a neighbor’s yard. The incident quickly turned into a nightmare as the dog viciously attacked Lydia, leaving her with multiple bite wounds. Matt recalls the harrowing experience… Continue reading XL bully: Meeting a dangerous dog owner to ask why they have one