Tag: UK News

Christine Jeavans has reported for BBC Verify that exclusive analysis done for BBC News shows that the UK death rate hit a record low last year. Mortality experts examined death certificates from 2024 and determined that deaths per capita had returned to pre-pandemic levels, even falling slightly below the previous record set in 2019. Despite… Continue reading UK death rate 'reaches record low'

Brendan Hughes spent years as a former IRA leader, involved in plotting bank robberies and jail breaks. However, his story took a turn when he was sentenced to death by the IRA in 1975. Hughes, a native of County Tyrone, came to a realization about the gravity of his actions when faced with his own… Continue reading Inside the IRA: War crime, bank jobs and jail breaks

In a recent announcement, Sir Keir Starmer declared that the UK and France would be leading a “coalition of the willing” to help bring an end to the fighting in Ukraine. This news dominated the front pages of many newspapers on Monday. After a defense summit held in London, the prime minister emphasized the importance… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'New Ukraine peace deal' and Zelensky's 'king-size welcome'

Juxtaposed Identities Narratives Shifted A mining union official’s daughter, Amanda McKay, recounts the harrowing threats her family faced during the 1984 miners’ strike. Ted McKay, her father, advocated for miners working amid the year-long dispute, sparking tensions with striking miners. Amanda vividly recalls the terrifying moments when her family received threats, including petrol through the… Continue reading Miners' strike 1984: 'They threatened to kidnap my little brother'

Courtney Evans, a 25-year-old rugby player, underwent a life-changing experience when she decided to donate part of her liver to save the life of a baby she has never met. Her selfless act involved a gruelling 10-hour operation, and now, five months later, she is eager to return to the rugby field for Wakefield Trinity’s… Continue reading Pontefract rugby player donates liver to save baby's life

A significant missile deal for Ukraine worth £1.6bn has been announced by Sir Keir Starmer following a summit of European leaders in London. The prime minister also disclosed that a “coalition of the willing” comprising of several allies has been formed, including France’s President Emmanuel Macron, who are prepared to deploy troops to the Ukrainian… Continue reading Keir Starmer announces £1.6bn missile deal for Ukraine

Prime Minister announces that the Thales missile factory in Belfast will be supplying 5,000 air defense missiles to Ukraine. This deal, worth up to £1.6bn, will also involve the recruitment of 200 additional staff. Thales, a French-owned company, is one of Europe’s largest arms manufacturers and the missiles in question are lightweight multirole missiles (LMMs)… Continue reading Belfast: Thales missile factory to supply 5,000 air defence missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Zelensky recently had a meeting with King Charles III at Sandringham following a summit with European leaders to discuss peace in Ukraine. Upon his arrival at the King’s Norfolk residence, local residents, including some holding Ukraine flags, gathered outside to witness him arrive by helicopter. Zelensky had been in London for talks on… Continue reading Volodymyr Zelensky gets warm reception from King Charles at Sandringham

data-lastupdated”>18 Nov 2024 Politics In this series of news articles and videos from the BBC, various political events and figures are highlighted. From Kemi Badenoch calling on the Prime Minister to resign, to John Prescott’s memorable campaign moments, and young farmers protesting inheritance tax, the content covers a range of political topics. The news pieces… Continue reading Keir Starmer says 'coalition of the willing' needed for Ukraine deal

Journalist Rumeana Jahangir from BBC News in Manchester reported that a tragic incident occurred in the Rusholme area of the city. A suspected arson attack at a house in Gateshead Close led to the death of a four-year-old girl. Firefighters found the child seriously injured and rushed her to the hospital, where she later passed… Continue reading Girl, 4, dies after suspected arson attack at house