Amelia Williams
Emily, a passionate and dedicated journalist, has always been captivated by the power of storytelling. From a young age, Emily was drawn to the world of journalism, driven by a curiosity to uncover the truth and a desire to make a difference. Her fascination with current events and a knack for writing led her to pursue a degree in Journalism at the University of London, where she excelled in her studies and developed a deep understanding of media ethics and investigative reporting.During her time at university, Emily was involved in various student-led publications and internships, honing her skills in reporting, editing, and multimedia storytelling. Her commitment to journalism was evident in her work, which ranged from hard-hitting news stories to feature articles that captured the human element behind the headlines.Emily’s dedication to her craft is matched by her enthusiasm for staying informed and engaged with the latest developments in the field. With a keen eye for detail and a relentless drive for accuracy, she aspires to contribute to impactful journalism that informs, inspires, and empowers readers. Emily continues to embrace every opportunity to further her career and make a meaningful impact in the world of journalism.
Russia-Ukraine War Live Updates: Kyiv Alleges Russia Fired Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
Ukraine's military has reported that Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) for the first time during the ongoing war. The missile was allegedly launched from the Astrakhan region of the Russian Federation, an...
John Prescott, Former British Deputy Prime Minister, Passes Away at 86
John Prescott, the former British deputy prime minister and a key figure in the New Labour movement, has passed away at the age of 86. His family announced that he died peacefully at a...
Mayor of Uxbridge switches on Christmas lights in festive event
The Mayor of Uxbridge illuminated the Christmas lights in the town centre last Friday. Cllr Colleen Sullivan switched on the lights in a festive event that drew a crowd of onlookers. Attendees were treated...
Railways Nationalisation Bill Passed by House of Lords: What It Means for Public Ownership
Britain's railways are on the brink of being brought back under public ownership after the House of Lords passed a bill to renationalise the train services. The speedy approval of the Passenger Rail Services...
How Captain Tom’s Family Profited £1m from Charity Link: Report Discovery
The family of Captain Tom Moore has been under scrutiny after a report revealed that they had personally profited more than £1m from a charity established in his name. The Charity Commission found instances...
False Accusations: Republican Senator Blames Biden and Harris for Chagos Deal
Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana recently made false accusations against President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, blaming them for the British government's decision to hand over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to...
Family of Captain Tom benefited from charity they founded, report reveals
The family of the late NHS charities fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore has come under scrutiny in a recent report by the Charity Commission. The report revealed that Captain Tom's daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore, and...
Ukraine Fires UK-Made Missiles into Russia: Sign of Escalating Conflict
Ukraine recently made headlines after firing UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia in response to the deployment of North Korean troops on Russia's border with Ukraine. This marked the first confirmed use of British...
Uxbridge Student Doctor Spearheads Health Education Initiative in Local Community
Hamaad Khan, a third-year student at Anglia Ruskin University and a co-founder of Rethinking Health, is leading a national campaign to revolutionize health care education. The initiative aims to enhance the NHS by focusing...
Inflation Surges Above Bank of England Target in Sharp 2-Year Spike
Inflation has risen above the Bank of England's 2 percent target, causing the cost of living to increase rapidly. After hitting a 41-year high of 11.1 percent in 2022, consumer price inflation (CPI) dropped...
Are You Eligible for UK Cold Weather Payments? Check Now to See if You...
As the cold weather blankets many parts of the UK with snow and plunging temperatures, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has triggered the first cold weather payments of 2024 to support qualifying...
List of UK School Closures Due to Met Office Snow and Ice Warning
Dozens of schools in the UK have been forced to close due to heavy snowfall and icy conditions, following a Met Office warning. The yellow ice warning, which covers southern England, the Midlands, and...
UK Inflation Increases to 2.3%, Heightening Calls for Interest Rate Cut Delay
In October, the UK saw an increase in inflation to 2.3%, creating more pressure on the Bank of England to delay any further interest rate cuts until next year. The Office for National Statistics...
Kremlin rules out ‘freeze’ in Russia-Ukraine war as US embassy in Kyiv closes
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that Russia finds the idea of a 'freeze' in the conflict in Ukraine along the existing frontlines unacceptable. Peskov mentioned that the US embassy closing in Kyiv did...
Santa’s Elves Olympic Challenge for Cancer Charity
A charity in Dorset called the Youth Cancer Trust has come up with a fun way to raise money for young cancer patients. They have organized an event called The Elf Olympics, where nine...
Farmers Considering Extreme Action After Inheritance Tax Protest
Farmers across the UK are considering taking more extreme actions if the government does not reverse its decision to reduce inheritance tax relief on agricultural properties. Over 13,000 farmers gathered in Westminster to protest...
Widespread Islamophobia Perception Among Muslims During Summer Riots
The perception of widespread Islamophobia among Muslims has increased since the summer riots, according to a recent survey conducted by Tell Mama, a charity that monitors hate incidents. The survey, part of the annual...
Tragic: Mother Dies on Day Son, 16, Stabbed with Sword
The tragic incident involving the death of teenager Ronan Kanda, who was stabbed with a ninja sword, has left his mother, Pooja Kanda, devastated. She expressed that she feels like she lost her own...
Jimmy Lai Testifies in Collusion Trial: Hong Kong Media Mogul’s Witness Stand Appearance
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media mogul in Hong Kong, recently appeared in court to testify for the first time after being charged with foreign collusion under the national security law. Lai, who founded Apple...
Criticism of G20 Statement for Failing to Address Russia’s Role in Ukraine Conflict
The recent G20 summit in Brazil has faced criticism from Ukraine's western allies for failing to adequately address Russia's role in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. As the conflict reaches its 1,000th day, the...
Revealed: National Lottery Winners’ Spending Choices at 30
The National Lottery has been changing lives for 30 years, and new research reveals how millionaires spend their winnings. Holidays and new houses are top priorities for winners, with many opting to take multiple...
Supporting Domestic Abuse Survivors: Mohamed Mansour’s Generous Donation
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted...
Farmers Protest Labour’s Tax Raid on NFU Battle Bus – Latest Updates
Farmers Protest Labour's Tax Raid on NFU Battle BusAlison Ratcliffe, a 59-year-old farmer, is among the 1,600 NFU members who gathered to lobby MPs against Labour's policy to impose inheritance tax on some farms....
Farmers’ Union Chief Suggests Potential Extreme Actions Amid Inheritance Tax Protest
Leading farmers are expressing their frustration with the government's decision to reduce inheritance tax relief on agricultural properties. Around 13,000 farmers gathered in Westminster to protest this move, with many suggesting that more extreme...
Breast Cancer Drug Denied NHS Access in England and Wales: Talks Fail
Breast cancer patients in England and Wales have been dealt a devastating blow as talks to make the life-extending drug Enhertu available on the NHS have failed. The National Institute for Health and Care...
Escalation of Russian Hybrid Warfare Sparks Fear in US and Europe
The recent escalation of Russian hybrid warfare has sparked fear and concern in the US and Europe. The US state department expressed deep worry about Russia's aggressive tactics against the west, especially after Ukraine's...
Best Pubs in Hillingdon with Top-notch Toilets!
TWO Wetherspoon pubs in Hillingdon have recently been recognised for the exceptional quality and standards of their toilets in the prestigious Loo of the Year Awards. The Botwell Inn located in Coldharbour Lane, Hayes,...
Michael Gove Supports Mandelson for Oxford Chancellor: Race Against William Hague
Michael Gove has recently shown his support for Labour peer Peter Mandelson in the race for the next chancellor of Oxford University, choosing him over former Tory leader William Hague. This decision has sparked...
Cold Case: 92-Year-Old Arrested for 1967 Bristol Murder and Rape
In a recent development, a 92-year-old man has been arrested by detectives from Avon and Somerset Police in connection with the murder of Louisa Dunne in Bristol back in 1967. The case, which has...
Industrial Estate Accident: 8 Hospitalized for Inhaling Fumes
Eight individuals were hospitalized after inhaling fumes at an industrial estate in Thetford, Norfolk. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday morning, prompted a swift response from emergency services, including ambulances, paramedic cars, and hazardous...
Heartbroken Parents Share Their Shock as Baby Girl Mistakenly Registered as Male
A couple in Nottinghamshire, Grace Bingham and Ewan Murray, faced a shocking ordeal when their newborn baby girl, Lilah, was mistakenly registered as male on her birth certificate due to a registrar's error. Despite...
Ukraine’s First Attack on Russia with US-Made Missiles Signals Escalation – Russia-Ukraine Conflict Updates
Russia's foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, has raised concerns about the use of US-made Atacms missiles in a Ukrainian attack on Bryansk, indicating that this move is seen as a signal by the west to...
New Title: Home Bargains Opening New Store in Yiewsley this Weekend
A brand new Home Bargains store is set to open its doors this Saturday at 8am on Yiewsley High Street. This exciting development will bring a total of 90 new job opportunities to the...
Farmers Protest Live: Tractors Descend on Westminster in Tax Hike March
Farmers are gearing up for large-scale protests in London in response to the government's inheritance tax plans that are causing an uproar within rural communities. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is organizing an event...
Identifying the warning signs that could have saved Harshita Brella
This tragic case of Harshita Brella, a young woman found dead in the boot of a car 100 miles from her home, has raised serious concerns about the warning signs that could have saved...
Farmers Urged to Support NHS Funding to Avoid Mass Protest
Farmers across the UK have been urged to support NHS funding to avoid a mass protest against the proposed extension of inheritance tax to agricultural properties. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) president, Tom Bradshaw,...
Farmers Protest Inheritance Tax Plan at Whitehall – UK Politics Update
Farmers are currently protesting in Whitehall against the inheritance tax plan proposed by the government. The National Farmers Union (NFU) president, Tom Bradshaw, expressed his concerns in an interview with BBC News. He mentioned...
Snowy Conditions Cause Rail Cancellations and Road Delays in the UK: Live Updates
As snow blankets the UK, Age UK has expressed concerns about older individuals being hesitant to use their heating due to the loss of the winter fuel payment. Caroline Abrahams, the charity's director, emphasized...
Weather-related challenges in recycling efforts: How to overcome packaging puddles
Contaminated recycling in the UK is expected to increase by 40% during the winter months compared to summer, according to recent research. This increase is mainly due to the heavy rainfall that turns cardboard...
Overhaul Plan by Yvette Cooper to Boost Police Confidence
The Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, is gearing up to introduce a comprehensive overhaul plan aimed at boosting public confidence in police forces. This reform will involve significant changes and an additional half a billion...
Brits’ Willingness to Receive Free Weight-Loss Jabs on NHS
A recent survey conducted by Ipsos revealed that a surprising 24% of Brits would be willing to receive free weight-loss injections on the NHS. These injections, known as Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, have been...
UK to renew crucial trade discussions with India in early 2025
The UK is gearing up to restart crucial trade discussions with India at the beginning of next year, aiming to elevate the existing relationship to a new level. Following a meeting between Sir Keir...
Addressing Keir Starmer’s Denial of Budget Blame for Mortgage Rate Increase
Keir Starmer recently expressed his disappointment in the UK's growth figures but denied that his government's budget was to blame for the recent increase in mortgage rates. Starmer emphasized that the budget was aimed...
Dozens of Pro-Democracy Activists Jailed in Hong Kong’s Largest National Security Trial
A Hong Kong court has sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to jail terms ranging from four to 10 years in the territory’s largest national security trial, following a prosecution that was widely criticised as politically...
Rural MPs Warned of Potential Wipeout in Farm Tax Backlash: Starmer’s Labour Party Concerns
Labour is facing a potential loss of rural MPs due to backlash over changes to farm taxes, warned by Baroness Ann Mallalieu. Tens of thousands of farmers are set to march in London to...
Biden Criticized for Escalating Ukraine Conflict: Analysis
President Joe Biden has faced criticism for his decision to allow Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with US-made long-range missiles. This move has been described as an "escalation" of the conflict by Moscow,...
British Airways IT Failure Causes Flight Chaos: What You Need to Know
British Airways Passengers Face Chaos Due to IT Failure
Thousands of British Airways passengers are encountering delays and potential cancellations following a significant IT failure. Travelers at London Heathrow Terminal 5 and other international airports...
UK Deprivation Hits Record High: Over 1 in 3 Children in Poverty
The recent report by the Social Metrics Commission (SMC) revealed some alarming statistics regarding poverty levels in the UK. More than one in three children and a quarter of adults are currently living in...
UK to Supply Ukraine with Storm Shadow Missiles for Strikes in Russia
The United Kingdom is planning to provide Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine for use against targets inside Russia. This decision comes after the US president, Joe Biden, agreed to supply the American long-range Atacms...
Exciting New Restaurant Now Open at Uxbridge Shopping Centre
A new chicken restaurant called Wingstop UK opened in The Chimes shopping centre, Uxbridge. The restaurant gave away free chicken wings to the first 100 customers who walked through the door. This opening created...