Transport Union Chief Calls for Government Engagement as Strike Action Continues
Transport union leader Mick Lynch has voiced his frustration over the lack of engagement with government ministers since January, despite ongoing strike action by members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union. The union has announced strike dates for July 20, 22, and 29, following a year-long dispute over pay, jobs, and working conditions. […]
Keir Starmer Declines Commitment to Increased Spending, Faces Union Pressure
Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer has rejected a commitment to further spending under a Labour government, despite mounting pressure from unions, including the party’s largest donor, to endorse more of their policy priorities. While reaffirming Labour’s focus on economic responsibility, Starmer emphasized that it would not impede the pursuit of “bold and reforming” policies. […]
Former X Factor Contestant Lucy Spraggan Reveals Rape by Hotel Porter During 2012 Show
Lucy Spraggan, a former contestant on the popular talent show X Factor, has bravely come forward to disclose that she was raped by a hotel porter while participating in the ITV program in 2012. The 31-year-old singer shared her traumatic experience in an interview with The Guardian and detailed the assault in her newly released […]
Man Arrested in Connection with Colchester Rape Case as Investigation Continues
Authorities have arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with a reported rape in the Abbey Fields area of Colchester. The incident was reported by a woman shortly after 4.30am on Saturday, 15 July. The victim is receiving ongoing support from specialist officers. The arrested individual was arrested on suspicion of rape and has been released […]
Philippines’ Top Court Orders Re-Arrest of Former Politician Accused of Killing Environmentalist
The highest court in the Philippines has issued an order for the re-arrest of Joel Reyes, a former politician accused of orchestrating the killing of prominent environmentalist Gerry Ortega over a decade ago. The court documents, published on Sunday, highlighted the ongoing legal battle surrounding the case. Joel Reyes, the former governor of Palawan, a […]
Carlos Alcaraz Stuns Novak Djokovic to Claim Wimbledon Victory in Epic Five-Set Battle
In a thrilling showdown at Wimbledon, Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious after an intense five-set match against Novak Djokovic, securing his second grand slam title of his young career. The 20-year-old Spaniard collapsed to the ground in sheer joy as he hit the winning point, marking a dream come true moment for him. After nearly five […]
Police have been putting the brakes on speeding drivers as part of a day of action in Old Basford
Cracking down on speeding was selected as a policing priority for the city west area following feedback from the local community. After listening closely to the public’s concerns, the neighbourhood policing team carried out its latest anti-speeding operation on Wednesday (12 July). Officers took out a speed gun and set up high-visibility checkpoints to help […]
Witnesses are being urged to come forward after a woman reported being sexually assaulted in Canterbury
The victim, who is in her 20s, was walking home from a night out when she noticed two men following her in the Ivy Lane area. She continued to walk to St Martin’s Hill before entering Bab’s Hill, a field that runs adjacent to the road, where the men are alleged to have sexually assaulted […]
Thousands gather for Brighton Trans Pride 2023
Trans Pride Brighton 2023, the largest Trans Pride event outside of America, took place yesterday July 15th. Each year since 2013, the event has hosted the largest protest for trans liberation in Europe, with over 10,000 people attending. However, this year’s event faced some disruption due to extreme weather conditions. The organizers were forced to […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Dash Cam Footage in A19 Sunderland Collision
Authorities are appealing to witnesses and individuals with dash cam footage following a serious two-car collision on the A19 in Sunderland. The incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 8.10pm on the southbound stretch of the A19, between the A1231 and the A183. The collision involved a silver Mercedes and a black MG, as reported by […]