Women to continue having babies later in life, ONS projects

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has projected that women in England and Wales will continue to have babies later in life and have smaller families compared to previous generations. According to the projections, girls turning 18 in 2025 are expected to have an average of one child per woman by the age of 35.… Continue reading Women to continue having babies later in life, ONS projects

Michael Sheen to portray 'iconic' Welsh prince Owain Glyndwr

Michael Sheen has announced his latest project, taking on the role of Owain Glyndŵr, the last Welsh-born Prince of Wales, in an upcoming theatre production. The play, titled Owain & Henry, will focus on Glyndŵr’s rebellion against English rule in Wales during the 15th Century and is one of the inaugural productions by Welsh National… Continue reading Michael Sheen to portray 'iconic' Welsh prince Owain Glyndwr

Parents allowed to block children's games and friends on Roblox

Graham Fraser covers the latest technology news and updates. Roblox, a popular gaming platform, has implemented new safety measures allowing parents to block specific games and experiences for their children. The platform aims to provide more transparency regarding the games young users are engaging with. These measures are targeted toward children under the age of… Continue reading Parents allowed to block children's games and friends on Roblox

New Zealand: British couple's death probed as murder-suicide

New Zealand authorities are currently investigating the deaths of a British couple as a possible murder-suicide, according to the police. The unidentified man and woman were discovered in Roseneath, a suburb of Wellington, after concerns were raised, leading to a welfare check by officers on Monday. The couple had relocated from the UK to New… Continue reading New Zealand: British couple's death probed as murder-suicide

Jagtar Singh Johal 'moved to solitary confinement' after acquittal

A British Sikh man who has been imprisoned in India on terrorism charges for more than seven years has reportedly been moved to solitary confinement, as stated by his brother and a human rights group. Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, was arrested in Punjab shortly after his wedding in 2017 and was accused of involvement… Continue reading Jagtar Singh Johal 'moved to solitary confinement' after acquittal

Lexi Wilband: Mum found guilty of killing baby by shaking her

A tragic incident unfolded in Newent, Gloucestershire, resulting in the death of four-month-old Lexi Wilband, who was fatally shaken by her mother, Melissa Wilband, 28. In April 2020, Lexi collapsed at their home, leading to her demise at Bristol Children’s Hospital six days later. Wilband’s former partner, 31-year-old Jack Wheeler, faced charges related to the… Continue reading Lexi Wilband: Mum found guilty of killing baby by shaking her

Airlines warned Heathrow about power supply days before shutdown

BBC’s business reporters, Tom Espiner and Simon Browning, shed light on the recent incident that occurred at Heathrow Airport which resulted in a shutdown lasting over a day. Prior to the closure on March 21st, Nigel Wicking, chief executive of the Heathrow Airline Operators’ Committee, raised concerns about the resilience of the airport’s power supply… Continue reading Airlines warned Heathrow about power supply days before shutdown

Man charged with 64 offences in Hull Legacy funeral home inquiry

A dramatic turn of events unfolded in Hull as a man faces a total of 64 charges following an investigation into the operations of a funeral directors in the area. The investigation by Humberside Police led to the discovery of 35 bodies and a quantity of ashes that prompted further scrutiny into the practices of… Continue reading Man charged with 64 offences in Hull Legacy funeral home inquiry

River Thames: Picture released of missing girl, 11, Kaliyah Coa

The Metropolitan Police have released a photograph of 11-year-old Kaliyah Coa, who went missing in the River Thames on Monday. The incident occurred near Bargehouse Causeway, close to London City Airport in east London. Emergency services responded to the call about Kaliyah entering the water during a school inset day. Although a large-scale response was… Continue reading River Thames: Picture released of missing girl, 11, Kaliyah Coa