Author: David Pike

The Home Office is launching an advertising campaign in Iraq aimed at deterring individuals from attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats. This initiative follows similar campaigns in Albania and Vietnam. Recent figures indicate that 592 migrants crossed the Channel on a single day in March, the highest daily total this month. Home Office Launches Ads in Iraq to Deter Small Boat Crossings Campaign Details and Objectives The campaign, focused primarily on Iraq’s…

Elon Musk retains his fellowship with the Royal Society following a recent meeting, despite anger among scientists and calls for his expulsion from the scientific body due to concerns over his conduct. This includes criticisms from scientists alarmed by his public statements and actions, particularly regarding scientific funding at his time in the Trump administration at the department of DOGE. Elon Musk survives as fellow of Royal Society Growing Discontent Among Scientists Elon Musk’s reputation…

A British-Israeli host, Emily Damari, released from Hamas captivity after 15 months, expressed that her scars symbolize “freedom, hope, and strength.” The 28-year-old, who lost two fingers when captured during the October 7, 2023 attacks, has undergone surgeries for her injuries. Whilst other Israeli prisoners shared stories of the good treatment by Hamas, Damari shared her experiences of intense pain while recovering and called for the release of all remaining prisoners. Prisoner Says Scars Show…

A 44-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson following the tragic death of a toddler in a house fire in Manchester. The girl was rescued but later succumbed to her injuries in hospital. Police confirmed that the woman is known to the child, and there is no wider threat to the community. An investigation is ongoing as emergency services continue to assess the situation. Tragic Fire Claims Young Life in Manchester Investigation Underway…

Railcards, which offer discounts on train travel for specific groups such as young people, seniors, and families, will see a price increase for the first time in over a decade. The cost of a railcard will rise by £1, from £30 to £31, starting in April. The price increase is said to be necessary to cover rising costs and ensure the sustainability of the railcard scheme. The last time railcard prices were raised was in…

Britain’s railways have long been a source of frustration for commuters, with delays, overcrowding, and high ticket prices being common complaints. So, how can these issues be addressed to improve the overall experience for passengers? Overcrowding on trains One potential solution is to invest more in infrastructure and technology to improve the reliability and efficiency of the rail network. This could involve upgrading tracks, signals, and stations to reduce delays and improve the overall quality…

Laurence Rafter, 43, from Barnet, north London, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for sexual assault. After he took his condom off during sex without consent and told the victim he was HIV positive. Laurence Rafter, 43, from Barnet, north London, contacted the victim, 32, on a dating app in July 2021 posting as a man called ‘Jay Lincoln’. Removing condom during sex They met at the woman’s home address in Islington, when…

A selection of images chosen by the WTX News picture desk for a special feature – The world in pictures. Each image vividly captures the story, and in this case a picture paints a thousands words. The World in Pictures As Ukrainians protest again the war in their country the President is on the verge of a major diplomatic catastrophe, although he may not want to, but he needs to make good with US or…

A Father who reversed over his son with a telehandler has been sentenced to 12 months in jail. The tragic incident occurred when the father was operating the heavy machinery on their farm and did not see his son playing behind him. Albie Speakman suffered catastrophic injuries when he was struck by a telehandler driven by Neil Speakman on their family farm in Bury, Greater Manchester, on 16 July 2022. Albie had been left by…

A man named Omar Wilson has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal killing of Mustapha Imnetu, a respected chef, during an incident near the Notting Hill Carnival in London. Wilson, 31, engaged in a violent confrontation with Imnetu on August 26, 2022, leading to the chef’s death four days later from his injuries. The judge condemned Wilson’s actions as “abhorrent.” Omar Wilson Sentenced for Chef’s Murder A “Monster” Unleashed Omar Wilson has…

Chef’s killer Omar Wilson sentenced to life for a deadly attack in Leytonstone, East London, which caused the death of a Chef Mussie Imnetu. Jury Hears Confession Amid Self-Defence Claims in Leytonstone Attack In a gripping courtroom session, a jury listened to the harrowing account of a man who claimed to have acted in self-defence during a violent confrontation in Leytonstone, East London. The case, which has captured public attention, revolves around the defendant, Wilson,…

PC Shared Nicola Bulley details with Mum on her days off and two years later the Police Officer has been sentenced for misusing data amidst tragic disappearance case from Lancashire in 2023. PC Shared Nicola Bulley Details with Mum on Days Off Background of The Case The tragic case of Nicola Bulley, who vanished in St Michael’s on Wyre, Lancashire, in January 2023, has once again captured public attention. The 45-year-old disappeared while walking her…

Tesco has announced that it will be axing a popular Clubcard feature next week. The supermarket chain will be discontinuing the ability for customers to collect Clubcard points on fuel purchases at Tesco petrol stations. The decision to remove this feature comes as Tesco looks to streamline its Clubcard program and focus on other ways to reward customers. The supermarket chain has stated that customers will still be able to collect Clubcard points on all…

London is a great city, but life here can get expensive! It’s a global city with people coming in and out every day. But I have some good news for you – there’s lots to do in London for cheap! You just have to know where to look. Here are 10 unmissable Time Out London deals – snap them up now! Cheap things to do in London It’s all here and more in these 10…

Labour leader Keir Starmer has expressed his support for former President Donald Trump’s controversial mineral deal with Ukraine after meeting with the US president. Starmer believes that the deal could bring significant economic benefits to both countries and help strengthen their relationship. During their meeting, Starmer and Trump discussed the potential benefits of the mineral deal, which would see Ukraine exporting rare earth minerals to the US in exchange for economic assistance. Starmer praised Trump…

Starmer Meets Trump: Key Highlights from the White House Visit In a significant diplomatic event, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on February 28. The discussions primarily focused on trade agreements and the pressing issues surrounding Russia and Ukraine. Here’s what you need to know about this pivotal encounter. UK-US Relations: A Focus on Trade and Security Both leaders expressed a desire for strengthened economic ties,…

A 16-year-old girl, who is believed to have taken her own life after facing terror charges, had wanted to “blow up” a Jewish place of worship and the court was told the young girl obsessed with Hitler. Following an inquest in the tragic neglect and manipulation by far-right extremists operating on social media.  The rise of the far-right in UK society is expanding and a threat to society. Grooming by neo-Nazi Far-right American extremists Inspired…

Most of Thursday’s front pages lead on the prime minister’s upcoming trip to Washington where he is set to double down on his declaration that negotiations over Ukraine should involve Ukraine. He will also tell the president of the US that Russia will strike Ukraine again unless the US provides ongoing security support.

The back pages are dominated by last night’s Premier League action as Liverpool go 13 points clear at the top of the table, Manchester United fought back to beat Ipswich, Manchester City beat Spurs 1-0 and Arsenal’s stalemate seems them at risk of slipping out the top four. The Lionesses beat Spain 1-0 at Wembley in last night’s Nations League.

Jar Wars The front page of The Sun continues to pit Kate and Meghan against each other by suggesting the Princess of Wales has started a “jam war” as she discussed a recipe during a visit to a community garden in Wales, as Meghan relaunches her own brand (As Ever) which includes her own rage of jams. Last night’s Premier League action features on the front page as Liverpool go 13 points clear at the…

Tesco to axe popular Clubcard feature next week Tesco has announced it is axing one of its most popular Clubcard services despite many shoppers using it every day. The supermarket’s Clubcard app has a raft of services, from checking how many points are in an account to seeing what deals are on offer. But from 7 March, shoppers will no longer be able to use the app to pay for their shopping in store.…

The new DVLA rules coming into force for drivers this week Drivers in the UK have been warned it could soon become more expensive to travel as a slate of new rules and costs take effect later this week. From 1 March, there will be several changes to motoring that drivers should be aware of. These could be costly if not taken on board, with new expenses and even fines attached. The HMRC has announced…

Two men ordered pints of Guinness at a pub moments after stabbing another man to death 13 times in latest London stabbing attack David Walcott, 35, Rammon Mali, 33, were found guilty at the Old Bailey today of the murder of Rijkaard Siafa, 22, in Croydon, south London, on April 12 last year. Stallholders at Croydon Market were packing away when the killing took place just before 6pm. Jurors watched CCTV which showed the moment…

Modelling shows that, by mid-century, households would save about £700 a year on heating bills Two ways UK households could save thousands of pounds per year Climate advisers say households would save hundreds of pounds a year on driving and energy bills by shifting away from “volatile” fossil fuels – but admit, it would come with upfront costs. The Climate Change Committee say its modelling shows that, by mid-century, households that switch to low-carbon heat pumps…

Exclusive: As of January, there were just 369 UK staff working on the British-led programme that has trained over 51,000 Ukrainian soldiers to resist Vladimir Putin’s illegal invasion More than 1,000 British staff cut from key Ukraine troop training programme The number of British personnel working on an international training program for Ukrainian soldiers has fallen by more than 1,000 in the last 2.5 years, new figures reveal. The decline marks a 73 per cent…

Man charged over death of three-year-old girl in Manchester tram crash A man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a three-year-old girl was killed in a crash between a van and a tram in Manchester at the weekend. Rawal Rehman, 35, of Lambton Road, Manchester, will appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, Greater Manchester Police said. Louisa Palmisano, known as Lulu, died after the collision on Mosley Street in the…