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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
The widow of PC Andrew Harper, who was killed in the line of duty, has accused Andy Burnham of betrayal after learning two of her husband's killers remain eligible for early release. Lissie Harper spoke following the government's announcement that rapists, sex offenders, and groomers will be excluded from the early prison release scheme, with initial releases delayed until October. The Prime Minister warned excluding more offenders risks collapsing the […]
It's Friday afternoon. You finish work, shut down the computer or lock the door behind you and think, "I've got the whole weekend ahead." Then, seemingly moments later, it's Sunday evening and you're wondering where those two days disappeared to. It's a feeling almost everyone can relate to. But why do weekends always seem to fly by? We spend Friday recovering By the time Friday arrives, many of us are […]
Three people were taken to hospital following a fire and crush at a festival entrance in North London. Organisers of Ghana Party in the Park at Copthall Playing Fields in Barnet said the event was stopped after a major incident on Saturday evening. The Metropolitan Police said a fire near the gates caused them to close, leading to a crowd buildup and a surge when they reopened. Police are appealing […]
August is often seen as the grand finale of the British summer. The school holidays are in full swing, gardens are at their colourful best and, if we're lucky, the sunshine sticks around for a few more weeks. It's a month that has long been associated with family days out, community events and making the most of the longer days before autumn starts to appear on the horizon. Whether you're […]
Analysts suggest Russia's high military command is likely lying to the Kremlin about the extent of Moscow's gains in Ukraine. The US-based Institute for the Study of War says Vladimir Putin's commanders are using various informational tools to exaggerate their advances. Meanwhile, an explosion at a restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow was caused by an improvised explosive device, according to Russia's National Anti-Terrorism Committee. The state agency confirmed three […]
Technology has transformed almost every part of our lives. We can shop, bank, book holidays, watch films and catch up with friends without leaving the sofa. It's fast, convenient and available around the clock. But despite living in an increasingly digital world, there are still plenty of things many of us would rather do the old-fashioned way. Sometimes, offline is simply better. Browsing in a bookshop Buying books online is […]
Labour have won the Greater Manchester mayoralty by-election after counting concluded today following yesterday's vote. Bev Craig, a close former colleague of Andy Burnham, secured victory after entering a run-off against Reform UK candidate Sian Astley. The result deals a blow to Reform UK and the Greens, who hoped to win the seat after Burnham quit to become an MP and later prime minister. Spain's foreign minister says practically all […]
We've all done it. Whether it's asking a neighbour for a ladder, borrowing a phone charger at work or pinching a splash of milk because you've run out, borrowing is part of everyday life. Most of the time, it's a simple favour between friends, family or colleagues. Sometimes it saves the day. Other times... it leads to the age-old question: "Will I ever get that back?" Here are some of […]
An estimated four million pounds in cash and a kilo of cocaine have been found at a property after police stopped a suspicious vehicle in Catford, south London. Officers stopped the car on Wednesday evening, seizing around thirty-five thousand pounds and arresting the driver. Further searches at an address linked to the driver uncovered four million pounds hidden in bags across two bedrooms. Gianni Infantino is rapidly losing support to […]
For years, success was often measured by what we owned. A bigger television. A newer car. The latest phone. A wardrobe full of clothes or shelves packed with gadgets. But something seems to be changing. More and more people are deciding that memories are worth more than material things. Instead of buying another possession, they're spending their money on experiences that they'll remember for years to come. So why is […]
