Tag: UK News

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is defending the suspension of one of his MPs and condemning the internal conflicts within political parties. In an article for the Telegraph, Farage admitted that the recent dispute has damaged the unity within Reform, but he justified the decision to take action as necessary. This comes after MP… Continue reading Reform UK leader Nigel Farage defends suspending MP Rupert Lowe

A man was apprehended after climbing one of the towers at the Palace of Westminster in central London. Emergency services responded to the Elizabeth Tower, home to Big Ben, at 07:24 GMT on Saturday and spent several hours dealing with the situation. This incident resulted in the closure of Westminster Bridge, as well as one… Continue reading Man arrested after climbing Palace of Westminster

The Conservative party has proposed a change to the law, suggesting that the Human Rights Act should no longer be applicable to immigration decisions. Party leader Kemi Badenoch has expressed concerns about how some foreign criminals and illegal migrants use the act to avoid deportation, calling for a shift in power from the courts to… Continue reading Tory call to ban use of Human Rights Act rights act to stop deportations

Lucy Hooker, a BBC Business reporter stationed in Macclesfield, reports on the opening of a new bakery cafe in town that has stirred up a mix of reactions from locals. The arrival of Gail’s, a brand originating from London, has sparked both excitement and criticism in a town that has seen many retailers close their… Continue reading 'We don't need a Gail's' – the coffee shop boom dividing locals

Branneisha Cooper once felt invisible and yet stood out when she was overweight. She recalls how her friends would receive attention when they went out together, while she was overlooked. She also felt like everyone was constantly scrutinizing her. Simple everyday activities such as going on fairground rides, working out, and shopping for clothes became… Continue reading Weight loss drugs expose women to society's harsh judgements on their bodies

As the UK observes the five-year mark since the onset of the Covid pandemic, The Observer delves into the fallout from the crisis. Through its own analysis, the paper reveals that Britain’s response to the pandemic lagged behind that of other developed nations. Despite allocating more funds for economic assistance compared to other countries, the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: UK 'hardest hit by Covid fallout' and next Bond 'shouldn't be American'

The highly-anticipated Sidemen FC charity match held at Wembley Stadium on Saturday managed to raise an impressive £4,733,004 for various charities, including BBC Children in Need. The game ended in a thrilling penalty shootout victory for the YouTube Allstars, after a nail-biting 9-9 draw at full-time. Comprised of content creators, musicians, and boxer KSI, the… Continue reading Sidemen FC match raises £4m for charities including BBC Children in Need

Sean Coughlan, the royal correspondent, has reported on King Charles’s upcoming message for Commonwealth Day. In the message, King Charles will advocate for unity and the importance of building bridges in what he refers to as “these uncertain times” marked by international tension. He will stress the significance of nations coming together in a “spirit… Continue reading King's Commonwealth message of unity in 'these uncertain times'

Football teams from various levels are coming together to honor Poppy Atkinson, a 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life after being struck by a car on a sports field. Poppy was attending a football training session at Kendal Rugby Club in Cumbria when the heartbreaking incident occurred. The police have released a 40-year-old man… Continue reading Poppy Atkinson: Football clubs across country honour girl

In an effort to redefine the conventional standards of beauty, former beauty queens advocate for the inclusion of make-up free rounds in pageants, emphasizing the importance of empowering women and girls. Miss England was among the first competitions to introduce a ‘bare-faced’ heat in 2019, with the intention of promoting a more authentic representation of… Continue reading Make-up free Miss England round normalises 'real' beauty