British Isles
Early prison release ‘rolls the dice’ on crime
The Government’s decision to release two thousand prisoners early next month to alleviate prison overcrowding has drawn significant criticism from Martin Jones, chief probation inspector. He warned that this move is fraught with…
Cheap breakthrough for migraine sufferers?
A groundbreaking study reported by The Daily Mail reveals a potential new treatment for migraine sufferers using a cheap, readily available drug. Researchers have found that Rimegepant, a medication originally used to treat…
DUP leader calls for police crackdown following attack on Belfast church
An article from the Belfast Telegraph reports on a disturbing racially motivated attack on an East Belfast church. Vandals used an angle grinder to damage the church's gates, an act that has been…
Christian volunteer wins compensation for arrest over silent prayer
Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, a Christian charity volunteer, has won £13,000 in compensation and received an apology after being wrongfully arrested twice for silently praying outside an abortion clinic in a 'buffer zone' - an…
Immigration detention centres to re-open in removals drive
The new Labour government plans to reopen two immigration detention centres, Campsfield House and Haslar, aiming to achieve the highest rate of removals of those without the right to remain in the UK…
England and Wales announce new mission to make UK a clean energy superpower
The UK prime minister and Welsh first minister have launched a joint initiative to transform Britain into a clean energy superpower. This mission focuses on significant investments in homegrown energy, which aims to…
Scotland: increase in drug-related deaths
Scotland has seen a concerning rise in drug-related deaths, with 1,172 fatalities recorded in 2023 - a 12% increase after two years of declines. Dr Tara Shivaji, a consultant at Public Health Scotland…
Scotland: Afghan medical students win UK visas to beat Taliban
Twenty Afghan women, whose medical studies were abruptly halted when the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, will finally resume their education in Scotland after years of uncertainty. The women, banned from…
Chancellor to raise taxes and cut spending in October?
Rachel Reeves is preparing to implement a tough October budget that includes tax increases, spending cuts, and stricter benefit policies. Despite stronger-than-expected economic growth in early 2024, she faces a significant budget deficit,…
Church leader dead after triple stabbing in Manchester
Alberta Obinim, a beloved church leader in Manchester's Ghanaian community, tragically lost her life in a triple stabbing at her family's home on 18 August. Alberta, 43, was known for her vibrant personality…
