Tag: UK News

A protester who climbed the Elizabeth Tower of Big Ben at the Palace of Westminster in central London on Saturday has led to a man being charged by the police. Daniel Day, 29, from Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, was charged with causing a public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site for his actions on the clock… Continue reading Man charged after climbing Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower

In a stunning turn of events at the 2025 Crufts dog show in Birmingham, a four-year-old whippet named Miuccia, hailing from Venice, Italy, clinched the prestigious title of best in show. Besting over 18,000 dogs from various corners of the globe, Miuccia’s victory marked the first time an Italian dog has ever secured this highly… Continue reading Crufts 2025: Whippet from Italy called Miuccia wins best in show

After the loss of her husband, Jayne’s grief manifested itself in excessive hoarding, to the point where she could only sleep on half of her bed. The other half was piled high with boxes – a visible representation of the emotional burden she carried. This habit of hoarding became a coping mechanism for Jayne, who… Continue reading Hoarding: 'I was sleeping in a bed covered in boxes'

A lawyer appointed by Reform UK to investigate allegations against suspended MP Rupert Lowe and his team has refuted claims made by Lowe in a recent interview. The Great Yarmouth MP has been accused of making threats of violence against the party’s chairman, leading to his suspension and referral to the Metropolitan Police. Additionally, there… Continue reading Lawyer investigating Reform UK row contradicts MP Rupert Lowe's statement

A poignant memorial concert was held in Belfast to mark the anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic, bringing together individuals who had lost loved ones during the unprecedented crisis. Among the attendees was Hazel Gray, a woman from County Fermanagh, who tragically lost both of her parents to the virus within just over a month of… Continue reading Covid-19: Belfast concert held for those lost during the pandemic

An investigative journalist who was targeted by a Russian spy ring has revealed the chilling details of the assassination methods they had plotted against him. Christo Grozev, along with colleague Roman Dobrokhotov, uncovered a list of planned methods that included bludgeoning him to death and even a scheme involving a suicide bomber. Grozev described how… Continue reading Russian spy ring plans to kill journalist were 'beyond imagination'

In Swansea, a unique initiative has been launched by the owner of Ground Plant Based Coffee, Helen Wilson. She has decided to ban phones and laptops for one evening a month to promote more meaningful interactions among customers. Helen expressed her dislike for constantly having her own devices on and wanted to create a space… Continue reading The Swansea cafe asking customers to ditch phones and laptops

A camera has captured a rare hazel dormouse at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire, foraging for food. The population of dormice in the UK has been decreasing due to habitat loss, but the woodland at Longleat is being managed to protect it for wild animals. Conservationists have been monitoring the species by conducting a footprint… Continue reading Longleat team captures footage of rare hazel dormouse foraging

On the fifth anniversary of the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, people across the United Kingdom came together for a day of reflection. Emotional scenes unfolded on Sunday as bereaved individuals and their communities organized numerous events to commemorate the occasion. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the deep grief and loss experienced by many,… Continue reading Day of reflection in UK marking fifth anniversary of start of Covid

Cardiff University’s decision to cut 400 jobs and eliminate certain courses has resulted in what has been described as a “toxic” culture within the institution, according to former education minister Leighton Andrews. The university’s announcement in January of plans to address a £31m budget deficit has led to a significant decrease in staff morale, with… Continue reading Cardiff Uni jobs threat leads to toxic culture – Leighton Andrews