Virgin Atlantic Flight Returns back to London Heathrow following Nosewheel Issues
A Virgin Atlantic flight bound for Providenciales Island and Montego Bay has been forced to turn back to London Heathrow this morning due to a technical issue with the nosewheel Flight #S163, operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (registration G-VBOW), departed Heathrow at around 8.10am on Tuesday from runway 27L. The aircraft, which is seven […]
Emergency Services Respond to Incident Near Folkestone Pier
Emergency services, including a Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter, are currently attending to an ongoing incident near Folkestone Pier. The nature of the incident remains unclear, but multiple units, including local police, paramedics, and the SAR helicopter, were seen arriving on the beach late this afternoon. Eyewitnesses report a large emergency presence, with the beach […]
Three Men Sentenced for Drug and Firearms Offences in Croydon
Three men have been sentenced for drug and firearms offences following a detailed investigation by Metropolitan Police officers in Croydon. The investigation is part of the Met’s ongoing effort to tackle drug-fuelled violence across London. Daniel Griffin, 25, from Church Road, Croydon, was sentenced to 12 years in prison at Croydon Crown Court on Friday, […]
Teenager Hospitalised After Stabbing in North London
A teenager has been hospitalised following a stabbing incident in Green Lanes, North London, on Monday, 9 September. Emergency services, including officers from the Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service (LAS), and London’s Air Ambulance, were called to the scene at approximately 2:23 pm. Upon arrival, they found the male victim, believed to be in his […]
Miriam Margolyes Exits ‘Call the Midwife’ After Six Years as Mother Mildred
Call the Midwife star Miriam Margolyes has quit the BBC period drama after appearing as Mother Mildred for six years.
Miriam first joined the show in 2018 but now the 83-year-old actor is said to be “too busy” for Call the Midwife.
The actor last appeared in the show in 2021 but has continued to share that she is still fond of the drama.
Miriam Margolyes quits Call the Midwife Miriam exits from Call the Midwife comes as a source told the Daily Star: “Miriam loved being part of the show because she absolutely adores it.”
Adding: “But she is too busy to play Mother Mildred now so there are no plans for her to go back.”
The Call the Midwife actress has previously praised the BBC show and her character of Mother Mildred, sharing with the Mirror in 2021: “There are considerable similarities. The directness Mother Mildred has is mine. I’m very like that. Playing her is what I call NAR – no acting required.”
She added: “It’s about decent people doing decent things and that’s rathe..
Police Arrest 76-Year-Old Man on Suspicion of Murder Following Woman’s Death in Wootton
Police were called to an address in Glendale Close, Wootton, at 9:42 am on Monday, September 9, following the death of a woman. Officers are currently conducting enquiries as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. A spokesperson for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary confirmed that the woman’s family has been informed and are […]
Police Seek Public Assistance in Hate Crime Investigation at Wood Lane Underground Station
Investigators are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying two individuals connected to a hate crime that took place at Wood Lane underground station on June 26. The attack occurred around 9pm, when the victim, who was sitting alone on a train, was approached by two men. According to reports, the suspects began verbally […]
Met Officers Praised for Heroic Efforts in Saving Victim of Attempted Murder
A victim of a violent attempted murder has expressed her heartfelt gratitude to officers from the Metropolitan Police for saving her life during a brutal attack in Southwark in October 2023. In the early hours of October 22, police were called to multiple reports from the public regarding a domestic incident. Upon arriving within minutes, […]
Government Announces New Appeals Process for Postmasters in Horizon Shortfall Scheme
In a significant development for postmasters affected by the Horizon IT scandal, the UK government has launched a new independent appeals process for those involved in the Horizon Shortfall Scheme. This move follows concerns that some postmasters may not have received adequate compensation for the financial losses and personal suffering they endured due to the […]
Rebecca Cheptegei’s Alleged Attacker Dies in Hospital After Burning Incident
Dickson Ndiema, the man accused of fatally burning Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, has died in hospital. Ndiema passed away at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya, on Monday night after suffering from severe burns that covered over 30% of his body. He had been under intensive care following the incident. The tragic […]