The latest album cover for the Manic Street Preachers has a unique story behind it, thanks to the renowned photographer David Hurn. Hurn shared that the inspiration for the album cover came to him while he was en route to photograph the Navajo native Americans in Arizona. During his journey, he spotted a peculiar sight… Continue reading Manic Street Preachers: The story behind David Hurn album cover
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Women: Sexual harassment when running made me quit to stay safe
Olivia Browne experienced her first encounter with sexual harassment at the age of 11, while walking home from school. This traumatic incident marked the beginning of a series of distressing encounters for Browne. At 16, after being sexually assaulted by a boy, she turned to running as a coping mechanism. However, her newfound passion for… Continue reading Women: Sexual harassment when running made me quit to stay safe
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana will not have sentence reviewed
The Attorney General has decided not to seek a review of Southport murderer Axel Rudakubana’s lengthy prison sentence by the Court of Appeal. Rudakubana, who is currently 18 years old, is serving a minimum 52-year sentence for the brutal killings of Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, Bebe King, six, and Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, in… Continue reading Southport killer Axel Rudakubana will not have sentence reviewed
Russell T Davies to bring new LGBT drama t TV screens
Renowned writer Russell T Davies is set to bring a new LGBT drama to television screens in the near future, following the success of his previous work, It’s A Sin. The upcoming five-part series, titled Tip Toe, will revolve around electrician Clive, a father of two teenage sons, and Leo, who manages a bar on… Continue reading Russell T Davies to bring new LGBT drama t TV screens
Countess of Chester hospital chairman quits after tribunal ruling
The chairman of a hospital has resigned following a tribunal that revealed he had schemed to remove the trust’s chief executive. Ian Haythornthwaite stepped down from his position at the Countess of Chester hospital after the tribunal ruled that Dr. Susan Gilby had been wrongfully dismissed. The tribunal uncovered a conspiracy led by Mr. Haythornthwaite… Continue reading Countess of Chester hospital chairman quits after tribunal ruling
Chiltern Firehouse: Dozens evacuated as fire breaks out at hotel
A fire has broken out at a luxury hotel in London, prompting the evacuation of around 100 people from the five-star establishment. The blaze at Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone began in the ducting leading from the ground floor to the roof of the building, with a plant room at roof level also catching fire, according… Continue reading Chiltern Firehouse: Dozens evacuated as fire breaks out at hotel
Former S4C boss files personal injury claim against the channel
The High Court is currently handling a personal injury claim filed by a former chief executive of S4C against her previous employer. Sian Doyle, who was dismissed from the Welsh language broadcaster in November 2023, has accused her former workplace of creating a hostile environment, leading to significant harm to her health and well-being. In… Continue reading Former S4C boss files personal injury claim against the channel
Rachel Reeves: What we've learned about her expenses and Labour response
Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, faced scrutiny recently after BBC News reported allegations that she had exaggerated her online CV and was under investigation for her expenses during her time at Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS). Despite this, her colleagues in the Labour Party have come to her defense, with Sir Keir Starmer praising her handling… Continue reading Rachel Reeves: What we've learned about her expenses and Labour response
Loved-up royals share Valentine's Day photos
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, expressed her love for Prince Harry in a heartfelt Valentine’s Day message, declaring her eternal dedication to sharing burgers, fries, and fish and chips with him. Despite the healthy eating trends in California, Meghan’s message emphasized her unwavering commitment to indulging in comfort food alongside her husband. Meanwhile, Prince Harry… Continue reading Loved-up royals share Valentine's Day photos
'Trapped in our home' – Doorbell camera captures neighbour's abuse and threats
Tarah Welsh, a housing correspondent, sheds light on a disturbing situation that unfolded in March 2024. Ben, a resident of an ex-council flat in Wandsworth, was disturbed in the early hours by his neighbor shouting profanities, creating a feeling of threat. This behavior was captured on Ben’s doorbell camera, adding to a long list of… Continue reading 'Trapped in our home' – Doorbell camera captures neighbour's abuse and threats