Europe must 'step up' on Ukraine, says Starmer

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer, has emphasized the need for Europe to enhance its defense capabilities in light of the significant security threat posed by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Sir Keir expressed his readiness to deploy UK troops to Ukraine as part of a future peace deal to ensure the… Continue reading Europe must 'step up' on Ukraine, says Starmer

EuroMillions £65m jackpot claimed by UK ticket-holder

A fortunate individual from the UK has stepped forward to claim the staggering £65m EuroMillions jackpot, which was drawn on Valentine’s Day. The National Lottery operator, Allwyn, confirmed that the winner has come forward and will receive a prize of £65,341,620.50. Additionally, the operator revealed that the £7.4 million Lotto jackpot from Saturday has also… Continue reading EuroMillions £65m jackpot claimed by UK ticket-holder

Nurse in transgender doctor row faces disciplinary hearing

A nurse involved in an employment tribunal against NHS Fife is now facing a separate disciplinary hearing by the health board. Sandie Peggie claims she was subjected to unlawful harassment by being required to share a changing room with Dr. Beth Upton, a transgender woman, at Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy. The case has been adjourned… Continue reading Nurse in transgender doctor row faces disciplinary hearing

Omagh bomb firefighter describes carnage to inquiry

Firefighter Paddy Quinn recounted the harrowing experience of responding to the aftermath of the Omagh bomb, drawing parallels to the grim scenes witnessed during the Vietnam War. As a member of the Northern Ireland Fire Service in the Omagh district, Quinn testified at the inquiry into the 1998 Real IRA bombing that claimed the lives… Continue reading Omagh bomb firefighter describes carnage to inquiry

Knockholt shooting: Woman shot dead on Valentine's Day identified

Lisa Smith, a 43-year-old woman from Slough, was identified by police as the victim of a fatal shooting outside the Three Horseshoes pub in Knockholt on Valentine’s Day. Tributes including flowers and balloons, one of which read “Wonderful Mum,” were left at the scene in memory of Ms. Smith. The messages left behind expressed sentiments… Continue reading Knockholt shooting: Woman shot dead on Valentine's Day identified

Firms to cut jobs ahead of rise in employment costs

A recent survey of UK employers conducted by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has revealed that businesses are preparing to make job cuts or reduce recruitment in response to upcoming increases in National Insurance payments and wages. These rising employment costs are also prompting companies to consider raising their prices to cover… Continue reading Firms to cut jobs ahead of rise in employment costs

Ammanford stabbing: Behaviour issues raised before attack

Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, a school where two teachers and a pupil were stabbed, was the focus of concern from a deputy head teacher regarding behavior issues. Ceri Myers had exchanged several emails with the Welsh government expressing his worries about behavior concerns three months prior to the attack in Carmarthenshire last April. This communication ended… Continue reading Ammanford stabbing: Behaviour issues raised before attack

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy breaks UK box office rom-com record

Renée Zellweger’s return as Bridget Jones in the latest installment of the beloved rom-com series has set a new box office record in the UK and Ireland. Titled “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy,” the film raked in £11.8m within the first four days of its release, surpassing the previous record held by the second… Continue reading Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy breaks UK box office rom-com record

Starmer 'ready' to put UK troops on ground in Ukraine to protect peace

In an unexpected turn of events, Sir Keir Starmer has expressed his readiness and willingness to deploy UK troops in Ukraine to aid in securing the nation’s security as part of a peace agreement. The UK prime minister highlighted the importance of establishing a lasting peace in Ukraine to prevent any future aggression from Russian… Continue reading Starmer 'ready' to put UK troops on ground in Ukraine to protect peace