British Isles
Thursday, 17 October 2024 21:08
Newcastle: boy dies, six injured by house explosion
A devastating explosion in Newcastle has claimed the life of a seven-year-old boy and injured six others. The blast, on 16 October, destroyed several homes, leaving the community in shock. Neighbours described the explosion as sounding…
Thursday, 17 October 2024 21:06
Police apologise to arrested pastor after destroying street preaching signs
Avon and Somerset police have issued an apology to Pastor Dia Moodley, who was arrested while street preaching in Bristol. Moodley, a grandfather and pastor, was detained for thirteen hours after being accused of 'racially or…
Thursday, 10 October 2024 22:09
Government to outline major overhaul of workers' rights
The Government is preparing a significant overhaul of workers' rights, introducing several new measures aimed at improving job security and flexibility for millions of employees. Key changes include the removal of the two-year qualifying period for…
Thursday, 10 October 2024 22:07
Tory leadership race: Cleverly out, Jenrick and Badenoch final two
In a surprising turn, on 9 October James Cleverly was eliminated from the Conservative Party leadership race, leaving Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch as the final contenders. On 9 October, when Tory MPs voted, Badenoch regained…
Thursday, 10 October 2024 22:02
Investigation into surgeon now includes four more hospitals
An investigation into concerns surrounding orthopaedic surgeon Yaser Jabbar has expanded to include four more London hospitals. Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) had launched a review of 721 children treated by him after concerns were raised…
Thursday, 10 October 2024 21:58
Scottish Labour stunned by rebellion on winter fuel payments
Two Scottish Labour MPs have surprised their leader Anas Sarwar by voting against the party line in support of a non-binding motion urging the UK government to reverse cuts to the winter fuel payment. The motion,…