Tag: UK News

A young woman from East Yorkshire shared her unsettling experience with a driving instructor who crossed boundaries by asking her inappropriate questions. Rose, who was 17 at the time, recounted how her instructor delved into personal topics such as her virginity, making her feel uncomfortable. The unsettling behavior escalated when the instructor canceled her test… Continue reading Calls to make driving instructors a position of trust

Plymouth Argyle’s fervent Green Army is making their way to Manchester in anticipation of witnessing their team potentially pull off yet another FA Cup upset. The Championship side is set to face off against Pep Guardiola’s star-studded Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium for the fifth round clash, scheduled to commence at 17:45 GMT. With… Continue reading FA Cup: Plymouth Argyle fans flock to Manchester City clash

Residents in Carryduff and Glengormley have expressed disappointment over the recent announcement pausing Glider plans. The Department for Infrastructure had aimed for the route to be operational by 2030. BBC News NI spoke to locals to gauge their reactions to the news. In Carryduff, Karen McKenna shared her disappointment, citing the area’s growing population and… Continue reading Glider: Carryduff and Glengormley residents have their say on latest plans

In a heartwarming gesture, a young boy known as “Sweet Tub Teddy” has been presented with a bench made from over 2,500 recycled confectionery tubs that he saved from ending up in a landfill. Teddy, a six-year-old from Netley, Hampshire, collected the tubs through the Tub2Pub initiative, which aims to repurpose plastic waste into outdoor… Continue reading Teddy surprised with gift made from thousands of tubs he saved from landfill

Reporters Michael Fitzpatrick and Catherine Doyle from BBC News NI covered the story of a vigil held in Dungannon, County Tyrone, to honor a pensioner who was tragically murdered on Thursday night. The victim, a man in his 70s, sustained serious injuries during an assault at a flat in the Corrainey Park area and succumbed… Continue reading Dungannon: Vigil held for pensioner murdered in Corrainey Park

This week in the UK, three astronomers have captured video diaries for the BBC showcasing a celestial display of seven planets. The planets in question are Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn, all visible in the night sky. Unfortunately, Friday marks the final day to witness this incredible event, known as a ‘planetary… Continue reading Rare planetary parade caught on camera by our expert stargazers

Police Scotland has been granted special authority to conduct stop and search operations on fans ahead of the upcoming Edinburgh derby to prevent football-related disturbances. Ahead of the clash between Hibs and Hearts at Easter Road, authorities may request fans to remove items of clothing that could potentially mask their identity. Chief Superintendent David Robertson… Continue reading Police given 'stop and search' power ahead of Edinburgh derby

Jean Mackenzie, as the Seoul correspondent, highlighted the strict rules set in place for Western tourists embarking on a journey to North Korea, an enigmatic and oppressive nation. The atmosphere is fraught with caution as visitors must refrain from insulting the leaders, ideology, or making judgments. Tour guides emphasize the importance of understanding and listening… Continue reading First British tourists allowed back into North Korea tell BBC what they saw

North Wales is facing a surge in mountain rescue callouts, leading to volunteer crews being pushed to their limits. The unprecedented demand for rescue services has resulted in increased strain on teams, with two tragic deaths in just 10 days. The influx of outdoor enthusiasts in the region, influenced by social media platforms like TikTok… Continue reading Mountain rescue: volunteers dealing with 'unprecedented' demand

As flat owners express concerns about the financial burden for fire safety renovations, it is evident that those residing in buildings under 11m in height are not eligible for government support as part of the Building Safety Act introduced after the tragic Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. This exclusion leaves many leaseholders facing overwhelming bills… Continue reading Flat owner hit with £65,000 fire safety bill as block too short for funding