Big Ben light turned on to mark wartime anniversary
House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has switched on Parliament’s historic Ayrton Light to commemorate the moment his predecessor did the same thing 80 years ago towards the end…
Cyclists Who Cause Fatalities May Face Life Imprisonment
Cyclists found guilty of causing death by dangerous riding could face life sentences under new legal reforms being considered. At present, cyclists convicted of such offences can face a maximum…
Hairdresser Faces Potential Loss of Home Amid Rising Tax Burdens
“I never aspired to do anything other than hairdressing,” explained Kerry Larcher, who launched her first salon at age 21. Having expanded her Hornchurch-based business in East London over more…
UK Reports 90% Decline in Cannabis Shipments Ordered from Thailand
The UK Home Office reports a 90% decline in cannabis shipments sent from Thailand to the UK over the past three months, attributing the drop to enhanced collaboration with Thai…
Why Pope Francis Will Not Be Laid to Rest in the Vatican
BBC News correspondent Maryam Moshiri reports on why the late Pope Francis will not be interred at the Vatican, breaking a century-old precedent. Instead, he will be laid to rest…
MPs Prepare to Take On London Marathon
Conservative MP Harriet Cross will line up for the London Marathon on Sunday, aiming to finish in under four hours. A sub-three hour 57 minute time would see her set…
A Distinct Atmosphere in Quiet Rome as City Reflects on Pope’s Passing
After two days without a pontiff, St Peter’s Square became the setting for a moving scene as a group of nuns, dressed in grey habits, began to sing. Initially their…
From Treasured Artworks to War Debris: How Conflict Ravaged Sudan’s Museums
Once imposing statues of rams and lions graced the gardens of Sudan’s National Museum—priceless relics from the era when Nubian monarchs extended their domain into present-day Egypt. The museum also…
Culture Secretary Declares BBC Licence Fee ‘Unenforceable’
The Culture Secretary has described the BBC licence fee as “unenforceable” and emphasised that “no options are off the table” as the government prepares to launch a review of the…
Watch: The Vatican’s Farewell Tribute to Pope Francis
Dignitaries, including political leaders and members of royal families, gathered alongside thousands of mourners as Pope Francis was laid to rest in St Peter’s Square. Subsequently, massive crowds filled the…