A tragic incident unfolded on the M4 when a driver pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of a mother and daughter. Cheryl Woods, 61, and her daughter Sarha Smith, 40, from Caerphilly, lost their lives in a multi-vehicle crash on 20th October 2023, between junction 17 for Chippenham and junction 18 for Bath. Firas Zeineddine,… Continue reading Driver admits killing mum and daughter in crash on M4
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Wicked: Behind the scenes at Sky Studios Elstree
In Hertfordshire, Sky Studios Elstree was the site where the popular film Wicked was produced. The managing director, Noel Tovey, described the experience as a “rollercoaster” since the studio opened in February 2023. Despite challenges like Hollywood industrial action and budget cuts, film and high-end TV production in the UK reached £5.6bn last year, with… Continue reading Wicked: Behind the scenes at Sky Studios Elstree
Santander to close 95 branches across the UK
Santander is making moves to shut down 95 branches across the UK, putting approximately 750 jobs at risk. The decision comes amidst a shift in consumer behavior towards online banking, prompting the High Street bank to initiate closures starting in June. Along with the closures, Santander will reduce operating hours at 36 branches and eliminate… Continue reading Santander to close 95 branches across the UK
Alderney: The island facing an exodus of young people
Investigations conducted by BBC South West’s Robert Hall have shed light on the challenges faced by Alderney, the most northerly Channel Island. Despite being surrounded by stunning sea views and golden sands, the island is grappling with an aging population that has raised concerns about its future sustainability. With a population slightly above 2,000, the… Continue reading Alderney: The island facing an exodus of young people
'My father's ashes went missing in the post from US to Doncaster'
Lisa Barrett, a grieving daughter, claims that her father’s ashes were lost in the mail during a transatlantic delivery mix-up. The incident has caused distress for Barrett, who criticized the Royal Mail for the disappearance of the sentimental package. Barrett’s sister in the US had sent their father’s ashes to her home in South Yorkshire,… Continue reading 'My father's ashes went missing in the post from US to Doncaster'
Babies taken into Bristol care homes to cheer up residents
A foundation dedicated to improving the lives of elderly individuals by bringing babies into care homes has successfully brought immense joy to residents. Alive, a charitable organization based in Bristol, spearheads the Lullaby Circle program, which aims to foster connections between different generations. Isobel Jones, the CEO of Alive, expressed the transformative impact of this… Continue reading Babies taken into Bristol care homes to cheer up residents
Severn Estuary lagoon offers 'rare' opportunity for UK – report
A new report by the Severn Estuary Commission suggests the creation of a tidal lagoon in the Severn Estuary to generate electricity. The commission has rejected previous proposals for a large barrage and instead advocates for a smaller project that would harness the power of the tide along the England-Wales border. According to the commission,… Continue reading Severn Estuary lagoon offers 'rare' opportunity for UK – report
'After five years in jail, they agree I'm innocent but won't pay out'
Calls to alter compensation regulations for wrongly convicted Brian Buckle, found innocent of crimes he did not commit after spending five years in prison, faced disappointment when the Ministry of Justice denied his compensation claim. Despite the acknowledgment of his innocence, the Ministry required proof “beyond a reasonable doubt” that he had not committed the… Continue reading 'After five years in jail, they agree I'm innocent but won't pay out'
Starmer says cost of sickness benefits 'devastating'
During a recent London news conference, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed concerns about the rising costs of sickness and disability benefits, stating that it is having a devastating impact on public finances. This comes after the government introduced sweeping changes to the welfare system on Tuesday, with the aim of saving £5bn annually by… Continue reading Starmer says cost of sickness benefits 'devastating'
Nicholas Prosper planned biggest massacre of the century
A court in Bedfordshire heard that a teen killer meticulously planned what he believed could have been the “massacre of the century.” Nicholas Prosper, aged 19, used a shotgun to brutally murder his mother, Juliana Falcon, 48, his 16-year-old brother, Kyle, and 13-year-old sister, Giselle, in their Luton home on September 13, 2024. The young… Continue reading Nicholas Prosper planned biggest massacre of the century