Tag: UK News

Authorities are currently looking into the possibility that a suspect linked to the fatal shooting of a woman outside a pub on Valentine’s Day may have plunged into the River Thames. The victim, a woman in her 40s, tragically lost her life in the violent incident that took place at the Three Horseshoes located on… Continue reading At the scene of fatal Valentine's Day pub shooting

When you pass by Matthew Streeton on the streets, you might not immediately recognize his face, but chances are you have heard his voice before. Especially if you are a regular commuter in London and the South East. His familiar phrases like “see it, say it, sorted” and “please stand back behind the yellow line”… Continue reading Thameslink: Meet the voice of London’s trains

The recent closure of a company providing retraining courses to steelworkers affected by redundancies in Port Talbot has raised concerns about the future of support for upskilling in the area. Tata Steel announced significant job cuts last year, prompting initiatives like the Multiply program, which aimed to develop numeracy skills among adult learners in south… Continue reading Tata: Company retraining Port Talbot steelworkers shuts office

In Cumbria, deep under the rolling farmland, lies the world’s deepest gypsum mine. Gypsum, a mineral utilized in the production of plaster for buildings, schools, and offices, is a crucial raw material that surrounds us daily. Located near Long Marton village, the Birkshead drift mine operates at a depth of 1,000 ft (305m), featuring an… Continue reading Birkshead: What happens in the world's deepest gypsum mine?

The annual dinosaur beach race in Weymouth brought together over 100 participants dressed in dinosaur costumes to raise money for charity. This year marked the second iteration of the Chase the Dinosaur event on Weymouth Beach in Dorset, following a successful first event the previous year. Organized by We Are Weymouth, the event featured four… Continue reading In pictures: Weymouth enjoys its second Chase the Dinosaur event

Angie Brown from BBC Scotland’s Edinburgh and East bureau reports that an enormous inflatable dome in Edinburgh’s Stockbridge area has stirred controversy. Referred to as a gigantic bouncy castle by locals, the dome has disrupted the scenic views of the neighborhood’s elegant Georgian architecture. The incessant noise and vibrations from the electric fans needed to… Continue reading Angry neighbours dub Edinburgh inflatable dome 'enormous zit'

Controversy Surrounds ‘Tiny’ 20mph Signs Leading to Thousands of Fines By Victoria Summers Independent Investigative Reporter LDRS The implementation of a 20mph speed limit on St John’s Lane took place in November Following the replacement of the speed limit on a Bristol road with new signs, more than 2,000 drivers were fined for speeding, with… Continue reading St John's Lane: Thousands of drivers fined as speed limit changes

Chetna Makan, who serves as the Vice President of the Food Writers Guild (GFW), believes that online content creators need to prioritize honesty in their food reviews. She expressed concerns that many online reviews lack the depth and expertise provided by traditional food critics. While platforms like Instagram and TikTok have seen a surge in… Continue reading Call for food influencers to post 'more honest' reviews

The UK government has put forward a comprehensive plan aimed at safeguarding the country’s steel industry from potential tariffs that could threaten its viability. The Plan for Steel includes strategies to reduce production costs, promote the use of British steel in infrastructure projects, and shield the sector from unfair competition from overseas suppliers undercutting prices.… Continue reading Government plans to protect UK steel industry amid threat of tariffs

Following the tragic incident that took place outside the Three Horseshoes pub on Valentine’s Day, police are currently investigating whether the suspect involved may have entered the River Thames. The fatal shooting of a woman in her 40s occurred just after 19:00 GMT on Friday. The victim tragically died at the scene of the attack,… Continue reading Kent: Manhunt continues after Knockholt Valentine's Day shooting