The former presenter of Top Gear, Chris Harris, has claimed that he warned the BBC about serious safety concerns before Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff’s crash in 2022. Speaking to Joe Rogan’s podcast, Harris revealed that he had told the BBC three months before the accident that there could be a “serious injury” or “fatality” if safety… Continue reading Top Gear: Chris Harris says he warned BBC about safety risks
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Lowry painting of Berwick recreated live in same spot
An exhibition currently being held at the Granary Gallery in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, features the work of LS Lowry, a frequent visitor to the town. One of Lowry’s paintings on display is of Bridge Street, which has remained largely unchanged over the last 80 years since he captured it in 1938. Inspired by the painting, Jonathan… Continue reading Lowry painting of Berwick recreated live in same spot
Ukraine weapons: What arms are the UK and other countries supplying?
The United Kingdom has announced that it will supply Ukraine with six hundred and fifty short-range missiles to strengthen its defenses against Russia. The US has also pledged its support with new supplies of longer-range missiles, anti-tank weapons, and artillery shells. The UK’s Ministry of Defence has disclosed that it will send Lightweight Multirole Missiles… Continue reading Ukraine weapons: What arms are the UK and other countries supplying?
Second body found after British hikers went missing in Majorca
Emergency services have found a body following a search for a British man who is believed to have been washed away by flash floods in Majorca. This follows the discovery of a British woman in the region earlier this week. The man and woman are said to have been hiking to the Mediterranean sea on… Continue reading Second body found after British hikers went missing in Majorca
Doctors admit baby's brain damage was preventable
Sheffield Children’s Hospital has admitted to several failings in the care of preemie twin baby Joshua Hughes who died when he was just eight months old. The baby was born with several complex medical issues and suffered brain damage which could have been prevented following a critical blood pressure drop. Although doctors agreed his brain… Continue reading Doctors admit baby's brain damage was preventable
Oasis are Definitely, Maybe back at number one
The iconic band Oasis has once again earned the number one spot on the UK album charts, marking the first time in 14 years that they have achieved this feat. The resurgence in popularity of their debut album, Definitely Maybe, is largely thanks to a special 30th-anniversary edition that includes unreleased demos and outtakes. Time… Continue reading Oasis are Definitely, Maybe back at number one
Staines: Police treating deaths of children as murder
The authorities have confirmed that they are investigating the deaths of three children found dead alongside their father in a house in Surrey as a murder case. The victims, identified as Dominik Swiderski, aged three, and his two-year-old brothers Nikodem and Kacper, were discovered in Staines on Saturday by emergency services. The father, Piotr Swiderski,… Continue reading Staines: Police treating deaths of children as murder
Man charged over death of missing Khasha Smith
Khasha Smith, a 35-year-old mother-of-three, has been missing since October 2020, but her disappearance was not reported until January 5th. Police Scotland has charged John Byrne, 39, in connection with her death, although her body has not yet been found. Byrne is to appear at the Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, September 13th. Det Ch… Continue reading Man charged over death of missing Khasha Smith
Cancer: Four-year-old leukaemia survivor starts school
A young boy from north-west London, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia at just two years old, has started primary school this week, days after completing his treatment for the rare cancer. Noah underwent extensive chemotherapy and immunotherapy at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Noah finished his last round of maintenance chemotherapy in time for… Continue reading Cancer: Four-year-old leukaemia survivor starts school
Keir Starmer Dublin visit 'marks new era of friendship'
Sir Keir Starmer will be making history as the first British prime minister to visit the Republic of Ireland in five years, as Downing Street heralds a “new era of co-operation and friendship” between the two countries. Prime Minister Sir Keir will meet Taoiseach Simon Harris, who was also recently elected and both are new… Continue reading Keir Starmer Dublin visit 'marks new era of friendship'