Tag: UK News

Terry Cannon, a 62-year-old man from Kells outside Ballymena, expressed his frustration with the extensive wait to see a consultant, stating that it was controlling his life and leaving him in limbo. He is awaiting a diagnosis for a stomach problem that led to internal bleeding, with his GP attempting to manage his symptoms without… Continue reading Waiting lists: Man 'in limbo' waiting for consultant appointment

BBC Scotland’s home affairs correspondent, David Cowan, reported on the potential postponement of the trial of Abu Agila Masud Al-Marimi, a Libyan suspect in the Lockerbie bombing. The trial was scheduled to take place in the United States in May, but both the prosecution and defense have requested a delay. Masud is accused of making… Continue reading Lockerbie bombing: Lawyers bid to postpone Masud trial in US

A resident at the Ty Derw retirement housing complex in Sketty, Swansea, found herself in a frustrating situation after a broken lift left her stuck in her flat for six days. Sonia James, a 63-year-old woman with various health conditions that prevent her from using the stairs, expressed feelings of being “stir crazy” due to… Continue reading Swansea residents stuck in flats for six days due to broken lift

In a coordinated diplomatic effort, European leaders are working to dissuade Trump from agreeing to a ceasefire deal in Ukraine that favors Russia. Sir Keir Starmer is set to warn Trump that history may repeat itself in Ukraine unless the US provides ongoing security support. Starmer is scheduled to be in Washington on Thursday to… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Putin will strike again' and Starmer heads to DC

Tulsi Gabbard, the US National Intelligence director, has expressed her surprise at not being briefed in advance regarding the UK government’s request to access encrypted data from Apple customers worldwide. The UK government had made a demand earlier this year to be able to view data that even Apple itself cannot access, prompting the tech… Continue reading US intelligence head 'not told' about UK secret Apple data demand

In a recent development, a 15-year-old boy from Northumberland has been charged with plotting a terrorist attack and being associated with a banned neo-Nazi group. The young boy faces accusations of engaging in activities that were in preparation for carrying out acts of terrorism. Following his arrest last week, authorities conducted a search of a… Continue reading Northumberland teenager charged with planning terrorist attack

In east London, a tragic incident unfolded where a 20-year-old man named Jason Romeo lost his life after being stabbed outside an address on Bodney Road in Lower Clapton, Hackney. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the attack occurred on 18 February just before 18:00 GMT. Sadly, this incident resulted in the loss of a young… Continue reading Jason Romeo stabbing death: Police charge fourth man with murder

Photographer Martin Parr caused a stir over 40 years ago when he visited the Northern seaside resort of New Brighton. His collection, New Brighton, The Last Resort, aimed to capture a moment in time and challenge societal perceptions of social classes. The photographs showcased both the best and worst days at the seaside, depicting day… Continue reading Martin Parr: The 1980s seaside snaps that sparked a controversy

BBC News, Manchester – Lynette Horsburgh & Rachael Lazaro Human remains have been discovered by police in the search for the body of Rania Alayed, who was murdered by her husband back in 2013. Ahmed Al-Khatib was convicted for the premeditated “honour killing” of the mother-of-three, but her body had never been located. Greater Manchester… Continue reading Rania Alayed: Remains found in search for woman murdered in 2013

Two British men found themselves in a tragic situation while mountain climbing in Norway, resulting in one man’s death and the other sustaining injuries. The incident occurred when an avalanche fell as they were scaling a frozen waterfall at Gaustatoppen mountain on Friday. Unfortunately, rescuers faced challenges recovering the deceased due to adverse weather conditions.… Continue reading British man dies and one injured while climbing in Norway