US rapper BigXthaPlug arrested on drug and gun charges
The rapper, who has faced similar charges in the past, had been due to perform at the Country Rising Festival.…
Month: August 2026
Les used a QR code to download a parking app – but it was a scam
Scammers set up a monthly subscription of £60 from Les Howard's account after he downloaded an app. Source: BBC News
Trump says Canada wants ‘benefits’ of being US state after trade talks collapse
Canada's PM said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs and accused the US of starting a trade war. Source: BBC…
Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes". Source: BBC News
Iran-linked hackers behind cyber attack that shut down power plant, reports say
The government says at no point was there a risk to the UK's energy system during the attack in July.…
Struggling households need more help with bills, energy industry says
Industry body Energy UK says the current support for households most in need does not go far enough. Source: BBC…
Davis ‘grateful’ for support over cancer diagnosis
The Office star was appearing at convention in London, less than two weeks after announcing her condition. Source: BBC News
Carney say Trump started trade war with fresh tarrifs ‘attack’
Canada's prime minister said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs as he accused the US of starting a trade war.…
Blue plaque unveiled at home of Paddington creator
Chairman of the Haslemere Society, Chris Harrison, says it was a day where "friends were reunited". Source: BBC News
Carney calls Trump’s fresh tariffs a ‘miscalculation’ after trade talks collapse
In a speech on Saturday morning, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada walked away from the negotiation table to protect…