King's Commonwealth message of unity in 'these uncertain times'

Sean Coughlan, the royal correspondent, has reported on King Charles’s upcoming message for Commonwealth Day. In the message, King Charles will advocate for unity and the importance of building bridges in what he refers to as “these uncertain times” marked by international tension. He will stress the significance of nations coming together in a “spirit… Continue reading King's Commonwealth message of unity in 'these uncertain times'

Poppy Atkinson: Football clubs across country honour girl

Football teams from various levels are coming together to honor Poppy Atkinson, a 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life after being struck by a car on a sports field. Poppy was attending a football training session at Kendal Rugby Club in Cumbria when the heartbreaking incident occurred. The police have released a 40-year-old man… Continue reading Poppy Atkinson: Football clubs across country honour girl

Make-up free Miss England round normalises 'real' beauty

In an effort to redefine the conventional standards of beauty, former beauty queens advocate for the inclusion of make-up free rounds in pageants, emphasizing the importance of empowering women and girls. Miss England was among the first competitions to introduce a ‘bare-faced’ heat in 2019, with the intention of promoting a more authentic representation of… Continue reading Make-up free Miss England round normalises 'real' beauty

How six Bulgarians did Russia's dirty work from the UK

The group was involved in various espionage activities, including targeting individuals who were enemies of Putin’s regime. They exchanged thousands of messages and were involved in planning kidnappings and murders. The dynamics within the group were complex, with relationships between members complicating matters. Surveillance and reconnaissance were carried out on various targets, including journalists and… Continue reading How six Bulgarians did Russia's dirty work from the UK

UK Weather: Temperatures forecast to be warmer than Ibiza this weekend

The UK experienced the warmest day of the year so far with temperatures reaching 19.1C in Bridgefoot, England. This weekend promises to bring “fine and sunny” skies across the UK, with some areas even expected to be warmer than popular European holiday destinations. Central England could see temperatures climb up to 20C on Sunday, continuing… Continue reading UK Weather: Temperatures forecast to be warmer than Ibiza this weekend

International Women's Day: Keir Starmer writes heartfelt message to daughter

On International Women’s Day, Sir Keir Starmer conveyed a heartfelt message to his daughter, emphasizing his commitment to creating a future devoid of prejudice. In an Instagram post, the prime minister expressed that his role is dedicated to paving the way for the younger generation, ensuring that their potential is not limited by gender barriers.… Continue reading International Women's Day: Keir Starmer writes heartfelt message to daughter

Fleadh Cheoil: Belfast to host Irish music festival in 2026

In 2026, the world’s largest festival of Irish music and dance is set to take place in Belfast. Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann – the All-Ireland Fleadh – typically draws up to 600,000 visitors to the host city or town during its week-long celebration in August. The official announcement of Belfast as the host city was… Continue reading Fleadh Cheoil: Belfast to host Irish music festival in 2026

Crossbow crackdown on horizon after Bushey murders – MP

A push is underway by MPs to strengthen regulations surrounding crossbow sales, following a gruesome incident where a former soldier killed a woman and her two daughters. Matt Turmaine, MP for Watford, emphasized the importance of tightening laws around crossbow sales, particularly in light of the crimes committed by Kyle Clifford. Clifford is set to… Continue reading Crossbow crackdown on horizon after Bushey murders – MP

Migrant dies during English Channel crossing

A tragic incident occurred as a migrant in his sixties died while attempting to cross the Channel from northern France to England. The French maritime authorities confirmed that the individual suffered a cardiac arrest on a small boat carrying him and other migrants. Despite the efforts of police and medics, the man was declared dead… Continue reading Migrant dies during English Channel crossing