Tag: UK News

Following the tragic death of a teenage boy in a fire at an industrial unit, fourteen children have been released on bail after being arrested in connection with the incident. The blaze occurred at the Fairfield industrial park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead. The body of Layton Carr, 14, who had been reported… Continue reading Layton Carr fire death children released on bail in Gateshead

The Maldon Mud Race in Essex drew a massive crowd as thousands gathered to witness the charity mud racers battle their way through a 440m (1,440ft) stretch of the River Chelmer at low tide. Excitement filled the air as participants fought the river bed and crawled their way to the finish line. The event was… Continue reading In pictures: Maldon Mud Race 2025 in Essex

In Swansea, a fortuitous encounter at a motorway service station led to a magical moment for a devoted McFly fan. Clare Cerasuolo ran into band members at Heston services on the M4 while picking up snacks on her way back to Port Talbot. She shared with them her son Joel’s deep admiration for the band,… Continue reading McFly 'thrill' Port Talbot fan with Down's syndrome after M4 services meeting

Harry Kane has often faced criticism despite his numerous individual achievements, with many pointing out his lack of a trophy with either his club or country. The England captain acknowledged this sentiment, expressing a desire to quiet those doubters. Kane conceded that it was somewhat ironic that his 14-year wait for a senior trophy might… Continue reading Harry Kane: Humble, popular, ruthless… how England captain won first trophy at Bayern Munich

A tragic incident in Rochdale has left a woman dead after being hit by a car involved in two separate crashes. The woman was one of four individuals struck by the vehicle on Whitworth Road, on a Saturday afternoon, and was later airlifted to a hospital for treatment. This initial collision followed another crash in… Continue reading Rochdale crashes: Woman dies after being hit by car

Ed Sheeran surprised fans with a special performance at a local pub in his hometown, Ipswich. The Thomas Wolsey pub was temporarily renamed The Old Phone in honor of one of Sheeran’s latest songs. The intimate gig was a treat for locals who were able to snag tickets by responding to a WhatsApp message from… Continue reading Ed Sheeran thrills fans with 'surprise' Ipswich gig

Paul Abbott, a former director at Knights of Old, a long-standing haulage firm that recently folded due to a cyber-attack, is now advocating for increased vigilance among businesses. The company, dating back 160 years, was located in Kettering, Northamptonshire, and succumbed to financial ruin in 2023 following the corruption of critical financial data. Abbott expressed… Continue reading IT warning after hackers close 160-year-old firm in Kettering

A recent safeguarding review at Bangor Cathedral in Gwynedd has brought to light concerns about inappropriate behaviors and a lack of boundaries. The investigation, launched by the Church in Wales in February, focused on issues such as blurred sexual boundaries, excessive alcohol consumption, and inappropriate language within the cathedral community. The independent report, which was… Continue reading Bangor Cathedral: Inappropriate behaviour claims in report

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is gearing up to expand his presence in Scotland following the party’s recent success in local elections in England. With over 600 seats gained and control of 10 local authorities secured, Reform UK is looking to capitalize on this momentum. Thomas Kerr, a Reform councillor in Glasgow who defected… Continue reading Nigel Farage to increase Scottish visits for Reform campaign

A stabbing incident at Glenavon Football Club in Lurgan, County Armagh resulted in an 18-year-old man being taken to the hospital with serious head injuries. The incident, which took place at Mourneview Park just after midnight on Sunday, led to the arrest of an 18-year-old man. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward,… Continue reading Glenavon: Man stabbed in the head outside Lurgan football club