Witness appeal after car drives towards Jewish schoolchildren

Authorities have initiated an investigation following an alarming incident where a vehicle reportedly drove towards three Jewish schoolchildren in north-west London. The event took place near Hasmonean High School for Boys, prompting the school’s headteacher to inform parents about the situation and the Metropolitan Police’s call for witness accounts. The school described the event as… Continue reading Witness appeal after car drives towards Jewish schoolchildren

Mother killed in Frenchay explosion made 'ultimate sacrifice'

Joanne Shaw, a 35-year-old mother from Frenchay, Bristol, tragically lost her life after an explosion at her home on Sunday. Her family described her as a devoted parent who placed herself between danger and her loved ones, making what they called “the ultimate sacrifice.” They emphasized that her love for her child was boundless and… Continue reading Mother killed in Frenchay explosion made 'ultimate sacrifice'

Coleraine: Retired pastor guilty of abortion buffer zone breach

A retired pastor has been fined £450 after being found guilty of violating abortion buffer zone regulations by delivering a sermon near a hospital. Clive Johnston, aged 77 and residing in Sion Mills, County Tyrone, conducted an open-air service within a safe access zone adjacent to Causeway Hospital on 7 July 2024. The judgement was… Continue reading Coleraine: Retired pastor guilty of abortion buffer zone breach

Murder arrests after two males die in Newport crash

In Newport, three individuals have been taken into custody following a fatal collision involving a BMW and a motorbike. The incident occurred early on Thursday along Aberthaw Road, where emergency responders were promptly dispatched. Tragically, two males, believed to be the motorbike’s driver and their pillion passenger, were declared dead at the scene by paramedics.… Continue reading Murder arrests after two males die in Newport crash

When Scotland qualified for the World Cup… but didn't go

In April 1950, Scotland experienced a remarkable moment in football history by finishing second in the British Home Championship, an achievement that should have qualified them for the upcoming World Cup in Brazil. This tournament was the first World Cup held after the Second World War and marked the fourth edition overall. Despite securing a… Continue reading When Scotland qualified for the World Cup… but didn't go

Parents told 'control your children or face fines and eviction'

Authorities in Nottingham are intensifying efforts to address ongoing youth disturbances in the city centre through a new initiative aimed at tackling persistent juvenile offenders after school hours. This crackdown, known as Operation View, focuses on boys and girls starting from as young as 10 years old amid rising apprehension over various types of criminal… Continue reading Parents told 'control your children or face fines and eviction'

Watch: Drone delivers first Amazon parcels in UK

Amazon has launched a pioneering drone delivery service in the UK, making it the first retailer in the country to do so. This initial rollout is taking place in Darlington, County Durham, where drones are now transporting packages to customers. The deliveries involve items weighing up to 5 pounds (2.2 kilograms) and cover a delivery… Continue reading Watch: Drone delivers first Amazon parcels in UK

Voters head to the polls for 2026 Holyrood election

The voting process has begun for the 2026 Scottish Parliament election, with residents heading to polling stations to cast their ballots. For those who have not yet used postal voting, polling places opened at 07:00 and will remain accessible until 22:00. Unlike England, voters in Scotland are not required to present identification at the polls.… Continue reading Voters head to the polls for 2026 Holyrood election

Meat cleavers and stolen passports: how loan shark threats keep victims silent

During raids conducted by investigators targeting illegal money lending, a variety of unusual and alarming items have been confiscated, including a samurai sword, a meat cleaver, and passports belonging to babies. The investigators granted the BBC exclusive access to show how they identify and apprehend loan sharks who prey on vulnerable individuals. Loan sharks exploit… Continue reading Meat cleavers and stolen passports: how loan shark threats keep victims silent

Essex Willows Green traveller site build 'in breach of law'

Uttlesford District Council has issued a temporary stop notice to halt construction activities on a site in Willows Green, near Felsted, Essex, where an unauthorized traveller development is alleged to be underway. Work on the land began shortly after the council’s offices closed for the May Day Bank Holiday on Friday. The notice requires all… Continue reading Essex Willows Green traveller site build 'in breach of law'