Tag: UK News

The fourth birthday of Princess Lilibet was commemorated by the Duchess of Sussex with the sharing of intimate family photos. In one snapshot, Meghan is seen cuddling her daughter on a boat, while in another, she is cradling the princess as a newborn. The black-and-white images capture tender moments between mother and daughter, with windswept… Continue reading Meghan shares photos of Lilibet to mark fourth birthday

England’s football star, Fran Kirby, has decided to retire from international football after an illustrious career that spanned eleven years. Despite facing numerous challenges both on and off the pitch, Kirby managed to secure 77 caps for England and clinch a European championship medal. The announcement of her retirement came shortly after England’s defeat by… Continue reading Fran Kirby retires from England career – why timing is right for midfielder to stop

Keeley Knowles used to be known as Birmingham’s most prolific shoplifter, stealing thousands of pounds worth of goods to support her heroin addiction for nearly three decades. After being jailed 28 times, she is now 18 months clean and focused on helping other addicts find hope. She credits the West Midlands Police’s Offending to Recovery… Continue reading Former Birmingham drug addict helping others on road to recovery

BBC News business reporter Mitchell Labiak reported that US President Donald Trump signed an executive order doubling steel and aluminum tariffs from 25% to 50%, although the UK has been granted a temporary reprieve. The order, which took effect on Wednesday, increases import taxes for US-based companies purchasing goods from other countries, but the levy… Continue reading UK temporarily spared from Donald Trump's 50% steel tariffs

Pauline Jones describes the review into her daughter’s tragic death as a harrowing experience, stating that it has been extremely torturous. According to BBC research, only 1% of reviews into domestic abuse-related deaths are completed within the recommended six-month timeframe, despite guidelines from the Home Office. Most reviews are taking years to complete, leaving families… Continue reading Domestic abuse review delays are 'hell', bereaved families say

ning two years earlier. It concluded that six of the 11 deaths were directly related to the TAVI procedure. The review highlighted recurring themes, including concerns about communication, decision-making, and the prioritization of patient safety. The hospital trust said it had since made significant changes to the TAVI service, including appointing a new clinical lead,… Continue reading Police launch investigation into heart operation deaths at NHS hospital

The headlines on Wednesday’s papers cover a variety of topics, with no standout lead story. The Daily Express highlights the blame on good weather for a surge in boat crossings, while also featuring a new search for missing Madeleine McCann in Portugal. The Daily Mail focuses on the claim that a plan from Rwanda deterred… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Good weather' small boat surge and 'tax bombshells'

A plethora of funding for transport infrastructure developments in various regions of England is set to be unveiled by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Wednesday. The investment will be allocated towards tram, train, and bus projects in mayoral authorities across the Midlands, the North, and the West Country. This move precedes the government’s upcoming spending review,… Continue reading Chancellor to announce £15bn for transport projects

The warning has been issued to the prime minister that his goal of halving violence against women and girls will not be achieved without substantial investment in support services, as indicated by two high-ranking government watchdogs. This unique joint communication was sent to Sir Keir Starmer by Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales Dame… Continue reading PM warned more funding needed to tackle violence against women

Bhim Kohli, an elderly man who tragically lost his life in a racially motivated attack, had previously reported an incident where he witnessed two white boys racially abusing another man near his home, as revealed by the BBC. The attack on Mr. Kohli occurred in September while he was walking his dog in a park… Continue reading Police told of racist attack weeks before Bhim Kohli killed