Tag: UK News

Liv Heeney, a resident of Birmingham, discovered at the age of 28 that she carries a faulty gene that puts her at risk of developing a rare form of dementia called early onset frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This genetic condition has already impacted 13 members of her family, including her mother Bernie, who tragically passed away… Continue reading Birmingham woman at risk of dementia that led to mother's death

The trend of waiting in long queues for exclusive experiences is on the rise, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds. In a bustling street in central London, a queue starts to form just before 06:00 on a Friday morning. People are eagerly waiting for the opening of Korean cosmetics retailer Skin Cupid’s first store,… Continue reading Queuing: Is waiting in line for hours the new cool thing to do?

When entering the second week of the term, many students find themselves combating the inevitable freshers’ flu. Despite finally settling into university life, the scratchy throats and runny noses seem to appear out of nowhere, making lectures less about learning and more about stifling a cough. Dr. Zania Stamataki, an associate professor of viral immunology… Continue reading Freshers' flu: Why is it so hard for students to dodge?

Former owner of football clubs Portsmouth, Leicester City, and Sheffield Wednesday, Milan Mandaric, has passed away at the age of 87, as confirmed by his family. He died in a hospital in Belgrade, Serbia after a brief illness. Mandaric, a Serbian-American businessman, first entered English football in 1999 when he acquired Portsmouth. He most recently… Continue reading Milan Mandaric: Former Portsmouth, Leicester City and Sheffield Wednesday owner dies aged 87

Prince William has hailed the nominees for the environmental Earthshot prize as modern-day heroes. The Prince of Wales will be heading to Rio de Janeiro next month for the event, marking the first time the awards will be held in Latin America. Created five years ago by Prince William, the prize awards £1m annually to… Continue reading Earthshot prize: Prince William to travel to Brazil for awards ceremony

Molly Siobhan Parker is a woman on a mission to challenge misconceptions surrounding autism, particularly in autistic women. Her own diagnosis came at 22, joining a growing number of adults receiving diagnoses. In the UK, research indicates a significant increase in autism diagnoses over the years, especially amongst women seeking support in Wales. The National… Continue reading The rise of women with autism diagnoses: 'We mask until it blows up'

The Conservative Party has revealed its ambitious plan to remove 750,000 illegal immigrants from the UK within the next five years if they succeed in the upcoming election. This proposal includes banning individuals who enter the country without authorization from seeking asylum and preventing rejected claimants from challenging decisions in court, with appeals overseen by… Continue reading Conservatives pledge to remove 750,000 migrants under borders plan

Authorities have apprehended and charged a 50-year-old man in connection with the death of Graham Wright, whose remains were discovered at Loch Lomond. Wright, 38, was last seen in the Gorbals area of Glasgow on August 20th. His remains were located at the Rubha Dubh, near Firkin Point, on September 13th. Police Scotland indicated that… Continue reading Man charged over death of man found at Loch Lomond

The unexpected closure of a suspension bridge connecting Anglesey to the Welsh mainland has caused disruptions for travelers. The Menai Suspension Bridge was shut down on Saturday at 14:00 BST after engineers discovered the need to replace bolts on beams under the bridge. Transport Secretary Ken Skates expressed apologies for the inconvenience, emphasizing the importance… Continue reading Menai Suspension Bridge closes suddenly for bolts ot be replaced

During the fierce Storm Amy in the Highlands, Candice McMillan and her family experienced a dreadfully close call when a tree crashed through the windows of their home in Torlundy, near Fort William. While the family was gathered for dinner, the 70mph gusts brought chaos as the tree fell onto their house. Miraculously, nobody was… Continue reading 'We were having dinner when a tree crashed into our house'