Tag: UK News

Reporting from Galați, Romania, Jonathan Beale, the Defence correspondent for BBC, highlights the readiness of the British Army to assist Ukraine if required by the government. The Army’s high readiness force, the First Division, consisting of 2,500 UK troops, has been actively participating in a significant Nato exercise in Romania near the Ukrainian border, despite… Continue reading British Army 'absolutely ready' if ordered to deploy to Ukraine

Vishala Sri-Pathma and Kevin Peachey report that energy prices in the UK are expected to increase by 5% starting in April, resulting in an additional £85 per year for the average household, according to consulting firm Cornwall Insight. The firm, known for its accurate forecasts, predicts that a typical household’s annual gas and electricity bill… Continue reading Energy bills forecast to rise by £85 a year

The tragic death of 22-year-old cyclist Liam Jones was the result of a deliberate act by driver Abdirahman Ibrahim in Birmingham. Ibrahim, 21, intentionally rammed into Mr. Jones twice with his car after witnessing him perform a wheelie on his e-bike in Sheldon. The incident led to Mr. Jones crashing into a bollard and losing… Continue reading Birmingham driver rammed cyclist to teach him wheelies lesson

Lawmakers are pushing back against the stereotype that older individuals are hoarding wealth while younger generations face financial struggles. A report from the UK’s women and equalities committee is urging action to combat age discrimination, which they argue is widespread in the country. Criticism is aimed at media portrayals of baby boomers, those born between… Continue reading MPs criticise 'wealth-hoarding' boomers stereotype as ageist

The long-standing soap opera EastEnders has not only been known for its dramatic plot twists and intense cliffhangers over its 40-year history. According to actor Ross Kemp, who portrays Grant Mitchell on the show, EastEnders has also been instrumental in shedding light on various social issues. Kemp believes that the program has done more to… Continue reading Kisses and colourism: How EastEnders tackles taboos

A daring drug smuggling operation that captured the world’s attention unfolded thirty-five years ago in Scotland. The mastermind behind the plan, Julian Chisholm, orchestrated a scheme to transport Colombian cocaine directly to Scotland via a remote Highland beach. In collaboration with a gang of fellow Scots, he secured the backing of the notorious Cali Cartel,… Continue reading How a plan to land £100m of cocaine on a Highland beach went wrong

Emma Griffiths first noticed her legs were growing out of proportion with the rest of her body when she was around 11 years old. It wasn’t until she saw Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips with similar-shaped legs that she started researching her condition. The experts online suggested lipoedema, a condition that causes abnormal fat build-up… Continue reading Lipoedema: Love Island star helped me find 'fat built-up' condition

Concerns have been raised by senior doctors responsible for overseeing cancer care in England and Wales about deficiencies in NHS services leading to almost half of patients not receiving appropriate treatment for certain types of cancer. The National Cancer Audit Collaborating Centre (NatCan) provided evidence to the BBC, pinpointing issues with prostate, kidney, and colon… Continue reading Cancer patients not getting right care, say doctors

Reported by Ruth Green and Rowan Bridge for BBC News, upcoming changes in regulations aim to tighten online sales of knives in the UK. Retailers will be compelled to report suspicious knife purchases to the police, while penalties for selling to minors will increase from six months to two years in prison. Additionally, a new… Continue reading Retailers selling knives online face stricter laws

The recent discussions between the US and Russia regarding the end of the war in Ukraine have garnered significant attention in the media. Various newspapers are highlighting the unexpected cooperation between the two nations, with flags of both countries flying together, marking a dramatic shift in diplomatic relations. The Financial Times describes these events as… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Zelensky could fall', as US and Russia agree more talks