In a disturbing turn of events, a 30-year-old teacher named Rebecca Joynes has been found guilty of engaging in sexual activities with two schoolboys. The verdict came after a two-week trial at Manchester Crown Court, where Joynes faced four counts of sexual activity with a child and two counts of sexual activity with a child
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Cryptosporidiosis disease, caused by the parasite cryptosporidium, has been spreading in the town of Brixham in South West England. This parasite can be contracted through contaminated water or contact with infected animals or humans. The outbreak has prompted urgent warnings for residents to boil their tap water to prevent further infections. The symptoms of cryptosporidiosis
In response to the ongoing issue of prison overcrowding in England, the Ministry of Justice has implemented an emergency measure known as Operation Early Dawn. This measure aims to address the lack of space in jail cells by keeping defendants in police custody instead of transferring them to magistrates’ courts for bail hearings. The initiative,
A significant moment took place at Buckingham Palace when the first official painted portrait of the King since his coronation was unveiled. Renowned portrait artist Jonathan Yeo was the mastermind behind this masterpiece, having captured the essence of the King through his exceptional talent. This unveiling marked a historic occasion, showcasing the evolution of the
The King recently spoke about losing his sense of taste as a side effect of his cancer treatment. This candid admission came during a visit in Hampshire where he had a conversation with a veteran who had previously undergone chemotherapy for testicular cancer. This revelation sheds light on the struggles that individuals undergoing cancer treatment
In the midst of escalating conflicts around the world, Rishi Sunak, a member of the Conservative party, is set to make the case that Britain is safer under the Conservatives. The recent decision by Prime Minister Boris Johnson to continue arms supplies to Israel, despite pushback from the US, has stirred up controversy. This move
The Sea Rangers Service, initially launched in The Netherlands in 2016, has now expanded its reach to the UK, specifically in Port Talbot. The primary goal of this social enterprise is to restore one million hectares of ocean biodiversity by 2040, while also providing training to 20,000 young individuals, predominantly from coastal regions, for maritime
After a period of economic turmoil, the UK economy is showing signs of recovery. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by a better-than-expected 0.6% between January and March. This growth exceeded economists’ predictions, who had forecasted a figure of 0.4%. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hailed the news as
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to establish a new Border Security Command aimed at tackling people-smuggling gangs who bring migrants across the Channel. This “elite” unit will receive funding from the scrapping of the Tories’ Rwanda deportation scheme and will be led by a former police, military, or intelligence chief. Additionally, the
The highly anticipated meeting between the Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, and his father, the King, will not be taking place during Harry’s visit to the UK. This missed opportunity for reconciliation comes as a result of a scheduling conflict between a royal garden party hosted by the King and an event marking the 10th