Ryan Burton: Two more men charged with murder after Kettering incident

The murder investigation surrounding the death of a 34-year-old man has taken a significant turn as two more men have been charged with his murder. Ryan Burton, a resident of Corby, Northamptonshire, passed away in hospital on the 16th of January, six days after being attacked in Spring Rise Park, located off Highfield Road in… Continue reading Ryan Burton: Two more men charged with murder after Kettering incident

Belfast: Consultants called to resolve street 'optical illusion'

Belfast’s Castle Place footpath has been a source of concern for pedestrians for over two years, prompting Stormont officials to take action. The kerb along this path has been blocked off with a temporary barrier, causing frustration among businesses and politicians who have labeled it as an “eyesore.” The Department of Infrastructure (DFI) revealed that… Continue reading Belfast: Consultants called to resolve street 'optical illusion'

Ukraine war: 'We live peacefully in Scotland, we'd like to stay'

Anatolii and Lidiia Kyrylov, a retired couple aged 69 and 73, found themselves in a position they never expected after spending most of their lives in Mariupol, Ukraine. When Russia invaded their city in early 2022, they were forced to flee due to the intense siege on the trading port. Lidiia described the harrowing experience… Continue reading Ukraine war: 'We live peacefully in Scotland, we'd like to stay'

'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise

In County Down, the horse believed to be the oldest in the UK celebrated her 46th birthday with a special cake made of linseed mash, grass pellets, and grated carrot. Roana, along with her stablemates Tinkerbell and Barnaby, enjoyed the treat from Cerys Brown, Roana’s owner, who has had a close bond with the horse… Continue reading 'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise

Raneem's Law: Domestic abuse 999 pilot launched after murders

Embedded domestic abuse specialists will soon join the 999 control rooms of five police forces in the UK, aiming to enhance support for victims in need. This initiative, known as “Raneem’s Law”, was prompted by the tragic murders of Raneem Oudeh and her mother Khaola Saleem at the hands of Oudeh’s former partner Janbaz Tarin… Continue reading Raneem's Law: Domestic abuse 999 pilot launched after murders

Gene therapy experiment treats rare childhood blindness

A revolutionary gene therapy experiment at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London has resulted in significant sight improvements for four toddlers born with a severe form of childhood blindness. These children, who were legally blind before the therapy, are now showing remarkable progress in their ability to see after receiving the experimental treatment, which involved injecting… Continue reading Gene therapy experiment treats rare childhood blindness

Jaysley Beck's mother says 'no apology will bring her back'

In the aftermath of Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck’s tragic suicide at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, her mother, Leighann McCready, expressed the profound loss felt by her family. Despite the Army’s apologies for their failure to address the harassment and sexual assault Gunner Beck endured, McCready emphasized that no apology could ever bring her daughter… Continue reading Jaysley Beck's mother says 'no apology will bring her back'

Israeli family mourns 'man of peace' as body returned from Gaza

Sharone Lifschitz, a British-Israeli residing in east London, maintained unwavering hope for the safe return of her 84-year-old father, Oded, who was held captive by Hamas for over 500 days. Oded, a staunch advocate for peace and Palestinian rights, was forcefully taken from his home by Palestinian gunmen on October 7th and tragically killed while… Continue reading Israeli family mourns 'man of peace' as body returned from Gaza

UK and Europe must step up over Ukraine, says ex-Army boss

The former head of the armed forces has suggested that the UK and Europe should consider offering security guarantees to Ukraine independent of US support in the event of a deal with Russia. Retired General Sir Nick Carter emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty and stated that it is crucial for the UK and European… Continue reading UK and Europe must step up over Ukraine, says ex-Army boss

Northern Ireland: Four people taken to hospital following separate crashes

Two separate crashes in counties Tyrone and Londonderry resulted in four individuals being transported to the hospital. The Old Loughry Road in Cookstown and a section of the Windyhill Road outside Coleraine have been closed by police. The Police Service of Northern Ireland has classified both incidents as “serious” and has advised drivers to steer… Continue reading Northern Ireland: Four people taken to hospital following separate crashes