Tag: UK News

Esther Ghey, the mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey, expressed her doubts about social media companies prioritizing profit over lives. Speaking at the screening of ITV’s new documentary, Brianna: A Mother’s Story, Esther delved into the tragic death of her 16-year-old daughter, who was killed by two teenagers. Scarlet Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, both 15… Continue reading Esther Ghey says social media firms won't put lives before profit

Princess Beatrice recently spoke out about the early birth of her daughter as an experience that was both challenging and “humbling.” Athena Elizabeth Rose arrived several weeks ahead of schedule, weighing 4lb 5oz (2kg) at London’s Chelsea and Westminster Hospital on January 22. In an article for British Vogue, the granddaughter of the late Queen… Continue reading Princess Beatrice describes daughter's premature birth as 'humbling'

The scandal involving millions of pounds in student loans being fraudulently claimed by individuals who have no intention of studying has prompted the education secretary to take action. In response to a report by the Sunday Times, which uncovered evidence of individuals enrolling in courses solely to access loans without any plans to repay them,… Continue reading Fraud experts brought in over student loan allegations

An ongoing feud between crime gangs in Edinburgh may be connected to a suspicious fire that occurred in the city, according to the police. The fire in Niddrie in the early hours of Sunday is just one in a series of incidents, including two shootings on Thursday and Friday in Niddrie and West Pilton Bank.… Continue reading Edinburgh fire could be linked to firearms investigation

A man identified as Jamie Cooper has been accused of escaping from a prison van while it was en route to court. The incident reportedly took place on the M55 as the vehicle was heading towards Lancaster Magistrates’ Court. Cooper now faces charges of escaping from lawful custody and is set to appear before Blackburn… Continue reading Jamie Cooper: Man charged with escaping from prison van

According to recent data from the Home Office, over 5,000 migrants have already crossed the English Channel in 2025. This marks the quickest accumulation of crossings at this point in the year since records have been kept. On Saturday alone, 241 individuals made the journey in four separate boats, bringing the total number of crossings… Continue reading Channel Crossings: More than 5,000 migrants make journey in 2025

Recalling a challenging period of time, a student from north Devon reflects on the surreal experience of enduring a 448-day isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic. Five years after the initial lockdown, 20-year-old Fintan Hood describes the ordeal as harrowing and emphasizes how overwhelming it would be to have to go through it again. Diagnosed with… Continue reading 'I had to isolate for 448 days. I'd struggle to do it again'

An elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan has caused concern for their health as their court appearance was postponed, leaving them in uncertain conditions. Peter Reynolds, 79, and his wife Barbie, 75, were arrested on 1 February upon returning to their residence in Bamiyan province. Their daughter, Sarah Entwistle, revealed that during their brief courtroom… Continue reading Family of British couple held by Taliban fear for their health

A man who was in a precarious situation was rescued from Loch Lomond after a lifeboat crew responded to his calls for help. The man was discovered in the water near Balmaha in the early hours of Sunday, shortly after midnight. The Loch Lomond Rescue Boat had been conducting a search around Inchcailloch Island after… Continue reading 'Barely conscious' man rescued from Loch Lomond

Reporter Becky Morton highlighted Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey’s call for the UK to confront President Donald Trump, labelling him as a “bully.” During the party’s spring conference in Harrogate, Sir Ed urged the prime minister to coordinate responses to US tariffs with the European Union and Canada. Trump proposed new tariffs to be… Continue reading Ed Davey: UK must stand up to 'bully' Donald Trump