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Homeless families, especially children, are facing serious health issues such as rickets due to the lack of access to proper nutrition caused by the absence of kitchen facilities in hotels where they are placed....

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The TUI plane with 193 people onboard had to abort its flight after failing to pressurize mid-air due to a mistake made by maintenance workers. The Boeing 737-8K5 was headed to Kos, Greece, from...

MPs in England and Wales have taken a significant step towards legalizing assisted dying, with the passing of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill in the House of Commons. The bill would...

Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has proposed that the territory under his control should be brought under the protection of NATO to prevent further escalation of the conflict with Russia. This suggestion, made during an...

A young mother named Alana Armstrong, 25, lost her life in a tragic hit-and-run incident while riding an e-bike. The incident occurred when a dark-coloured 4x4 car rammed into the bike, causing Alana and...

Police are currently on the lookout for a TikTok influencer known as HSTikkyTokky, who failed to show up in court after getting involved in a car accident with a McLaren supercar in Virginia Water,...

A police officer involved in a controversial incident where an escaped cow was rammed by a police vehicle in Staines-upon-Thames will be returning to active duty after an investigation found the tactics used were...

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This Thursday morning, Ukraine faced a widespread air raid, with officials warning that the country's energy infrastructure was once again the target of the Kremlin. The situation remains tense as the conflict between Russia...

Police suspect that Mohamed Al Fayed may have sexually assaulted more than 111 women over a period of nearly 40 years. The youngest victim reported to be just 13 years old at the time....

David Neuberger, the former president of the supreme court who has presided over significant assisted dying cases, has come out in support of the law change. He believes that the current status quo is...

Counter-terrorism police have taken action in response to potential terrorist activity linked to the banned Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) by arresting six suspects in London. The PKK, classified as a terrorist organization in the...

A major bank is set to lower some of its mortgage rates starting tomorrow. Barclays announced that it will be reducing rates on selected products by up to 0.20 percentage points across its residential...

Bank of America will be lowering some of its mortgage rates starting tomorrow. This decision comes after other lenders have been increasing their rates recently.Barclays announced that they will be reducing rates on specific...

Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old woman, was tragically murdered earlier this month in Corby, Northamptonshire. Her body was later found in the boot of a car in Ilford, east London. The prime suspect in her...

The debate on assisted dying has once again come to the forefront, with Parliament preparing for a crucial vote on Friday. The proposed Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill aims to allow individuals...

Donald Trump announced on Monday that he plans to impose a 25% tariff on all products coming into the United States from Mexico and Canada. Additionally, he intends to add tariffs on China as...

The trend of falling shop inflation has come to an end, with warnings of increased costs for retailers that will ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers. According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-NielsenIQ...

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown recently shared a deeply personal reflection on his opposition to the legalisation of assisted dying. He revealed that the death of his newborn daughter, Jennifer, in 2002 was a...

The recent escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has caused tensions to rise, with significant developments unfolding. The Kremlin has warned the West with a hypersonic missile strike on Ukraine as a warning that Moscow...

A source close to Rachel Reeves has strongly denied reports that the government is about to exempt farmers aged 80 and over from the family farm tax in a bid to end a revolt...

John Prescott, a prominent figure in British politics, had a career that spanned decades and left a lasting impact on the Labour Party. Born in 1938 in Prestatyn, North Wales, Prescott's early life was...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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,...

As temperatures drop and snow weather warnings are in place across the UK, many pet owners may be wondering how to keep their furry friends safe and comfortable during the winter months. Here are...

An international manhunt is underway for the husband of a woman named Harshita Brella, whose body was found in the trunk of a car 100 miles away from her home. The police are looking...

Timothy West, a celebrated actor of the screen and stage, has passed away at the age of 90. Known for his versatile performances that effortlessly transitioned from drama to comedy, West's career spanned over...

A recent assessment has revealed that 24 heatwaves considered impossible in the past have hit communities worldwide. The impact of human-caused global heating on extreme weather is evident in these unprecedented heatwaves, which have...

EU foreign ministers showed support for the US decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles inside Russia. The EU's chief diplomat, Josep Borrell, expressed his hope that European nations would also permit Ukraine...

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As we head into the final months of 2025, the housing market in Britain is showing some interesting trends. According to a recent report from property website Rightmove, the average price of a newly...

Police in Bristol are currently searching for the driver of a BMW who was involved in a hit and run incident that left a child in critical condition. The incident occurred when the BMW...

An international manhunt has been launched for the husband of a woman found dead and stuffed in a car boot 100 miles away from home who is thought to have fled the country.Police released...

President Joe Biden has made a significant decision by allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles to target Russian and North Korean forces in the Kursk region. This marks the first time the US has...

The government has revealed plans to address potential food shortages if farmers follow through on their threat to strike due to the controversial family farm tax. This tax would impose a 20% inheritance tax...

Massey Ferguson, a well-known tractor producer, has taken a stand against the recent tax hike imposed on family farms, emphasizing the importance of supporting those who provide food for the nation. The controversial tax...

Swimmers have been cautioned to keep their distance from seals to avoid the risk of contracting a serious infection known as "seal finger" if bitten by these marine mammals. The British Divers Marine Life...

Police in South Yorkshire issued a warning to dog owners after a series of dangerous attacks involving XL Bullies in less than 48 hours. The incidents included a man sustaining serious injuries to his...

The family of a missing hiker is seeking help to find two tourists who discovered his backpack after he disappeared on Giant’s Causeway. Lester McLennan, a 20-year-old from Belfast, went missing after traveling to...

An investigation by The Observer has revealed that campaigns against assisted dying, which claim to be led by healthcare workers and disabled individuals, are actually being coordinated and financed by conservative Christian organizations. These...

Farming has always been a labor of love for Chris Callow, who started raising livestock at the age of 17. Now, at 37 years old, he and his wife own a small farm in...

Simona Pappalardo, a widow from London, found herself in thousands of pounds of energy debt after her husband, David, was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. The couple had to give up their jobs,...