Gary Lineker has been nominated for a National Television Award for the first time since 2017 following his departure from Match of the Day. After 26 years on the football show and a series of controversies surrounding his social media use, Lineker bid farewell to the BBC. He is now in the running for best… Continue reading National Television Awards 2025: Gary Lineker and Adolescence among nominees
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The Green Party is at a crossroads. Is it time they get angry?
t=”text-block”> Baroness Bennett believes it’s not just the party’s policies that need attention, but also its internal structures and how it runs campaigns. “I would like to see a real focus on working out exactly how we use political tactics, how we get those messages out, how we build campaigns that don’t just preach to… Continue reading The Green Party is at a crossroads. Is it time they get angry?
Armagh: Man arrested after arson attack on bar
A bar in Armagh was the target of an arson attack, leading to the arrest of a 38-year-old man. Authorities were alerted to the fire on Irish Street around 8:55 BST on Monday evening. Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze while two individuals were rushed to Craigavon Area Hospital by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service… Continue reading Armagh: Man arrested after arson attack on bar
Newspaper headlines: 'Suited not booted' and 'property tax shake-up'
As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived for peace talks in Washington, a headline from The Sun declared him “suited not booted,” adopting a smart attire approach for the upcoming summit with US President Donald Trump. The Sun highlighted the change in Zelensky’s appearance from his previous meeting and paired the story with an image of… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Suited not booted' and 'property tax shake-up'
James Bond should be a man, says Dame Helen Mirren
In a recent interview with Saga Magazine, Dame Helen Mirren expressed her belief that James Bond should continue to be portrayed by a man, despite her strong feminist views. The award-winning actress emphasized that “you can’t have a woman. It just doesn’t work. James Bond has to be James Bond, otherwise it becomes something else.”… Continue reading James Bond should be a man, says Dame Helen Mirren
Herefordshire farmer sees broccoli harvest hit by heatwave and lack of water
Farmers in the driest regions of the UK are currently experiencing a challenging growing season due to the ongoing heatwave. This has led to some of the worst harvests on record, significantly impacting crop and vegetable yields. Broccoli growers, in particular, are struggling with diminished water supply and dry soil, resulting in yield reductions of… Continue reading Herefordshire farmer sees broccoli harvest hit by heatwave and lack of water
'Game of chess' to keep gangsters apart in jail as attacks rise
BBC Scotland’s home affairs correspondent, David Cowan, reported on the challenges facing Scottish prison staff due to the increased violence among inmates with ties to serious organised crime groups (SOCGs). The jailing of numerous Scottish gangsters has resulted in a surge in attacks, prompting more inmates to be held in segregation than ever before. This… Continue reading 'Game of chess' to keep gangsters apart in jail as attacks rise
Cwmbran boy, 8, left 'covered' in dog poo at football practice
A football club in Wales is taking a stand against dog fouling following an incident where a young player was left “covered” in dog waste during a practice session. The coach of Croesyceiliog Athletic FC in Cwmbran, Torfaen, expressed his concern over the prevalence of dog waste in parks and sports pitches, prompting the club… Continue reading Cwmbran boy, 8, left 'covered' in dog poo at football practice
Polari Prize organisers cancel book prize over trans controversy
Entertainment writer John Boyne, the acclaimed author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, was recently longlisted for the Polari Prize for his newest novel Earth. However, his nomination sparked controversy as some other authors on the list requested to be removed due to an article Boyne penned in support of JK Rowling’s views on… Continue reading Polari Prize organisers cancel book prize over trans controversy
Lolly's Law: Bournemouth mum wants to improve autism training
A mother is pushing for legislative change following the tragic death of her daughter who had autism. Lindsey Bridges, hailing from Bournemouth, is working towards implementing a new law aimed at providing additional training for healthcare professionals on autism in women. This initiative, known as Lolly’s Law, comes in response to the devastating loss of… Continue reading Lolly's Law: Bournemouth mum wants to improve autism training