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Murder investigation launched after death of 32-year-old woman in Elgin

Murder investigation launched after death of 32-year-old woman in Elgin

Murder investigation launched after death of 32-year-old woman in Elgin

18 November 2023

Emergency services were called to a property on Anderson Drive in Elgin where a woman was pronounced dead at the scene.


‘Real possibility’ of powersharing return by Christmas or in new year – Varadkar

‘Real possibility’ of powersharing return by Christmas or in new year – Varadkar

‘Real possibility’ of powersharing return by Christmas or in new year – Varadkar

18 November 2023

The Taoiseach said that in his view it was ‘really important’ that the next return of Stormont is ‘sustainable’.


Two people airlifted to hospital after dog attack in North Wales

Two people airlifted to hospital after dog attack in North Wales

Two people airlifted to hospital after dog attack in North Wales

18 November 2023

The dog involved has been destroyed but not has not yet been examined by a vet to establish the breed.


Politicians address Gaza ceasefire rally as thousands march in Glasgow

Politicians address Gaza ceasefire rally as thousands march in Glasgow

Politicians address Gaza ceasefire rally as thousands march in Glasgow

18 November 2023

Thousands of demonstrators rallied in Glasgow Green amid relentless rain.


Thousands join pro-Palestinian rally in Dublin city

Thousands join pro-Palestinian rally in Dublin city

Thousands join pro-Palestinian rally in Dublin city

18 November 2023

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said that Ireland was pushing at EU and UN level for a ceasefire to be implemented.


Homes close to new pylons to be offered £1,000 off bills a year under Hunt plans

Homes close to new pylons to be offered £1,000 off bills a year under Hunt plans

Homes close to new pylons to be offered £1,000 off bills a year under Hunt plans

18 November 2023

The move will come alongside plans to halve the time it takes to deliver new electricity networks to seven years.


Pro-Palestinian protesters demand ceasefire outside Starmer’s constituency office

Pro-Palestinian protesters demand ceasefire outside Starmer’s constituency office

Pro-Palestinian protesters demand ceasefire outside Starmer’s constituency office

18 November 2023

Crowds gathered and chanted ‘Keir Starmer’s a wasteman’ as part of a day of national action on Saturday.


In Pictures: Pig in a pose at the Cornish Winter Fair

In Pictures: Pig in a pose at the Cornish Winter Fair

In Pictures: Pig in a pose at the Cornish Winter Fair

18 November 2023

Sheep and cattle were also showing off their winter coats in the judging rings.


Taylor Swift says she has a ‘shattered heart’ after death of fan before Rio show

Taylor Swift says she has a ‘shattered heart’ after death of fan before Rio show

Taylor Swift says she has a ‘shattered heart’ after death of fan before Rio show

18 November 2023

The shows organisers said that a 23-year-old died in hospital.


Man, 37, arrested as Met Police investigate Hamas-related online posts

Man, 37, arrested as Met Police investigate Hamas-related online posts

Man, 37, arrested as Met Police investigate Hamas-related online posts

18 November 2023

The man was arrested on suspicion of encouraging terrorism and showing support for a proscribed organisation.


Pensioner and three others in court accused of teenager’s murder

Pensioner and three others in court accused of teenager’s murder

Pensioner and three others in court accused of teenager’s murder

18 November 2023

Poran Singh, 71, Ajmeer Singh, 31, Manjit Singh, 27, and Amandeep Singh, 21, are charged with murdering Simarjeet Singh Nangpal on Wednesday.


Corbyn calls Hamas ‘terrorist group’ but says Israel behind ‘acts of terror too’

Corbyn calls Hamas ‘terrorist group’ but says Israel behind ‘acts of terror too’

Corbyn calls Hamas ‘terrorist group’ but says Israel behind ‘acts of terror too’

18 November 2023

The former Labour leader had previously refused to call the militant group ‘terrorists’ despite repeated questioning.


Man dies in street after suspected stabbing

Man dies in street after suspected stabbing

Man dies in street after suspected stabbing

18 November 2023

The victim was found with a serious injury by Greater Manchester Police in Atherton.


‘I loved the woman I got to know’, says Neil LaBute in tribute to AS Byatt

‘I loved the woman I got to know’, says Neil LaBute in tribute to AS Byatt

‘I loved the woman I got to know’, says Neil LaBute in tribute to AS Byatt

18 November 2023

Dame Antonia Byatt died on Thursday at the age of 87, according to her publisher.


Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on benefits as he mulls inheritance tax cut

Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on benefits as he mulls inheritance tax cut

Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on benefits as he mulls inheritance tax cut

18 November 2023

The Chancellor could also cut taxes on businesses in Wednesday’s autumn statement.


More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP

More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP

More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP

18 November 2023

However, only one in five people who have witnessed incidents of sexual harassment reported it to police.


Kate’s Christmas carol service to champion early years stalwarts

Kate’s Christmas carol service to champion early years stalwarts

Kate’s Christmas carol service to champion early years stalwarts

18 November 2023

The service will combine traditional and modern elements to encompass people of all faiths and none.


DfE’s lack of information on schools concrete crisis ‘shocking’, says MPs

DfE’s lack of information on schools concrete crisis ‘shocking’, says MPs

DfE’s lack of information on schools concrete crisis ‘shocking’, says MPs

18 November 2023

The Public Accounts Committee said it was ‘alarming’ that 700,000 pupils in England were learning in schools in need of upgrades.


Police to trial use of drones as first responders to emergencies

Police to trial use of drones as first responders to emergencies

Police to trial use of drones as first responders to emergencies

18 November 2023

The remotely-operated devices would be stationed on buildings and sent to give officers the first sight of urgent situations.


Crowd of 100,000 expected to attend demonstration calling for Gaza ceasefire

Crowd of 100,000 expected to attend demonstration calling for Gaza ceasefire

Crowd of 100,000 expected to attend demonstration calling for Gaza ceasefire

18 November 2023

People attending the Glasgow Green rally have been asked to write their names on their arms as a gesture of solidarity with the people of Palestine.


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