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Manchester City supporters face damning evidence of owners’ financial rule breaches
Manchester City fans have every right to feel angry following an independent commission’s verdict that the club is guilty of serious Premier League financial rule breaches, including “sham contracts” and disguised funding schemes. The findings represent a stark contrast to the success and pride the club’s supporters have enjoyed since Abu Dhabi ownership arrived in…
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Cardiff dealer jailed after drugs found in delivery-style bag
Nahro Gharib, 25, was arrested in Adamstown, Cardiff, after police saw what appeared to be a suspicious exchange and chased him when he ran. Officers found cannabis and cocaine in a bag made to look like a Deliveroo delivery bag. The case highlights the offences linked to Gharib’s drug supply and the use of an…
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Suspected explosives, firearm and drugs found as 153 homes evacuated near Weston-super-Mare
Police evacuated 153 homes near Weston-super-Mare on Wednesday after discovering suspected explosives and other dangerous items during a routine arrest operation. The discovery escalated what began as a fraud investigation into a significant multi-agency response involving the military’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit, emergency services and local councils. During the initial search of the property in…
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Russia threatens Europe with nuclear strikes; Iran rejects terror claims
Russia has threatened nuclear strikes against European nations if they continue supporting Ukraine. Iran has rejected claims linking it to a suspected terrorism incident near RAF Fairford.
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Heavily pregnant woman is ‘refused emergency accommodation by council’ which houses more than 3,500 migrants – as charity that stepped in says it was told ‘unborn children have no rights’
A heavily pregnant woman seeking refuge from domestic abuse was allegedly refused emergency accommodation by Glasgow City Council and spent the night in a homeless shelter. The Homeless Project Scotland charity reported that during the council interaction, officials allegedly told charity staff that “unborn children have no rights,” sparking criticism over the city’s handling of…
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Faye Driscoll’s rotating platform brings climate and human connection to life
Faye Driscoll’s extraordinary performance work “Weathering” arrives in the UK for its Fierce festival premiere in Birmingham, marking significant recognition for the US-based choreographer whose piece has captivated audiences across Europe since its New York debut in 2023. The work represents a nuanced reflection on climate, ecology and human connection through a compelling blend of…
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UK holds talks on emergency diesel stocks amid US export threat
Britain held urgent talks with European partners about releasing emergency diesel stocks after President Donald Trump threatened to restrict US exports unless Europe helped increase fuel supplies. The discussions reflect growing pressure on governments to ease rising prices as conflicts disrupt global trade in refined oil. UK officials spoke with Germany, France, Italy, Ireland and…
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Nova Scotia church faces backlash over assisted dying information event
St. Timothy’s Anglican Church in Nova Scotia hosted an educational event about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) at one of its regular “hot potato” dinners focused on controversial topics. The event sparked significant backlash online, with critics arguing that churches should help people find reasons to live rather than facilitate discussions about assisted dying, particularly…
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Farage jokes about deporting Meghan Markle if he becomes prime minister
Nigel Farage joked that Meghan Markle could be deported to the United States if he became prime minister, while criticising the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s conduct. Speaking on Benny Johnson’s podcast, the Reform UK leader said he felt sorry for Prince Harry and believed he had made a poor life choice. Farage described Harry…
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UK population reaches 69.5 million as annual growth slows to 1998 low
The UK’s population reached an estimated 69.5 million in mid-2025, a new peak, but annual growth slowed to its lowest rate since 1998, excluding the pandemic-affected year of 2020. The figures show how falling net migration and low birth numbers are slowing population growth and changing forecasts for when the UK and its nations may…