Charlie Kirk's Murder Triggers Nationalist Protest In London; Tommy Robinson's Rally Turns ViolentPoll Should social media figures like Elon Musk engage in political issues? This is a message to the reasonable center, the people who ordinarily wouldn't get involved in politics, who just want to live their lives. My message is to them, if this continues, that violence is going to come to you. You either fight back or you die," he added.Calling out the Keir Starmer-led UK government's immigration policies, he said, "There's a massive incentive on the left to import voters. So if they can't convince their nation to vote for them, they're going to import people from other nations to vote for them.

September 14, 2025 08:00 UTC

George Abaraonye, a student at Oxford University who became president-elect of the union after a vote earlier this year, posted several comments online appearing to celebrate what happened. “The Oxford Union has always been one of the world’s foremost defenders of free speech. “The Oxford Union does not possess executive powers to summarily dismiss a president-elect. Describing itself as “the most prestigious debating society in the world”, the Oxford Union was founded in 1823 and counts historical figures including Malcolm X among those to have attended its discussions. An Oxford University spokeswoman said: “The Oxford Union is independent of the university.

September 14, 2025 03:40 UTC

Sir David is expected to return as grocer Granville in an Open All Hours TV special, 50 years on from when he first played the role. Sir David Jason to return to Open All HoursThe special will also show some exclusive behind-the-scenes moments, including Sir David talking about memories of the show. Discussing the 50th anniversary of Open All Hours, Sir David said: “It’s so good to be back! Sir David Jason is set to return to Open All Hours. Sir David starred as the nephew and shop assistant to Ronnie Barker's Arkwright, following Barker’s death in 2005, Granville took over the shop.

September 14, 2025 02:30 UTC

The Apprentice star, Thomas Skinner, has revealed his salary for the new series of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. Ahead of the new series, Skinner has been reflecting on his past and his rise to fame after appearing in The Apprentice. In a new interview with The Times, the Essex business has revealed his salary for Strictly Come Dancing and discussed the recent reports around him. Thomas Skinner reveals Strictly Come Dancing salarySpeaking to The Times, Skinner said that Strictly was “an absolute honour”, adding: “I’m getting ten grand for Strictly but seriously, I’d do it for a tenner”. Skinner also discussed the dreaded “Strictly curse” with the outlet, sharing that his wife had nothing to worry about.

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About 1,000 police officers set up barriers between the dueling protests near the Houses of Parliament. Some far-right protesters battled with the police after trying to breach the barriers. The Metropolitan Police said that its officers had been assaulted and struck by bottles and that it had brought in reinforcements on horses to keep the crowd back. Video shared by the Metropolitan Police showed protesters skirmishing with officers, who said they had arrested nine people by 5 p.m. Some carried placards calling for the deportation of asylum seekers who cross the English Channel in small boats.

September 13, 2025 22:25 UTC

Scroll to read the Royal Mint's list of the rarest coinsSILVER LINING Iconic 50p coin sells for over 350 TIMES its worth in fierce bidding war – is one hiding in your pocket? A RARE 50p coin has sold for nearly £200 in fierce eBay bidding war - do you have it in your wallet? The buyer sold a 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin for a staggering £193.73 on eBay after a bidding war that attracted over 20 offers. This news comes after The Sun reported earlier this month, that a rare 50p sold for 5,000 times its face value. Rare 50p coins to look out for There is a range of other coins that could also make you a small fortune.

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A London march organized by a far-right activist drew more than 110,000 people and became unruly Saturday as a group of his supporters clashed with police officers who were separating them from counterprotesters. Several officers were punched, kicked and struck by bottles tossed by participants in the “Unite the Kingdom” rally, Metropolitan Police said. Reinforcements with helmets and riot shields were deployed to support the 1,000-plus officers on duty. Twenty-six police officers were injured — four seriously, including broken teeth and a concussion, a possible broken nose and a spinal injury. At least 25 people were arrested for offenses including violent disorder, assaults and criminal damage, and the investigation continues, police said.

September 13, 2025 21:22 UTC

The Norfolk Lights Express - which runs along the North Norfolk Railway between Sheringham and Holt - was included in The Times' roundup of the 16 best festive train experiences. READ MORE: 1940s weekend returning to heritage railway with train rides and classic vehiclesPassengers can also enjoy music and photo opportunities as they travel. The 2025 Norfolk Lights Express will be particularly special as it coincides with the heritage railway's 50th anniversary celebrations. Tickets must be pre-booked for all of the events, which will run from Friday, November 14 until Saturday, January 3. The railway will also operate 'Santa Special' steam trains on weekends from November 22 to December 21 and from December 22 to 23.

September 13, 2025 20:36 UTC

A 44-year-old consultant anaesthetist left a patient under anaesthesia during surgery to engage in sexual activity with a nurse in another operating theatre. (AI Image)Poll Do you think stricter hospital monitoring is needed to prevent misconduct? Yes, stronger measures are necessary No, current rules are enoughA 44-year-old consultant anaesthetist left a patient under anaesthesia during surgery to engage in sexual activity with a nurse in another operating theatre.The incident occurred at Tameside Hospital, Greater Manchester, on 16 September 2023.The consultant has been identified as Dr Suhail Anjum.The incident was witnessed by a colleague, Nurse NT, who reported seeing Anjum and the nurse, referred to as Nurse C, in a compromising position.According to BBC, the consultant anaesthetist had said he needed a "comfort break" and asked another nursing colleague to monitor the male patient halfway through the procedure.Instead, Anjum went to another operating theatre at the hospital in Ashton-under-Lyne where he had sexual activity with a woman referred to in the hearing as Nurse C.According to a report in Daily Mail, Anjum, who now works in Pakistan, said, "he felt shame and guilt at this horribly embarrassing incident, I don't know why it happened. I don't know what I was thinking."

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“I’m from Glasgow,,” he says, with a short laugh. “I was back in the city recently and couple of guys shouted at me in the street, ‘oi, Ross the Boss? We’ve seen you in the clubs - nae dancing …”Ross – former Radio Clyde DJ, TV presenter, author, actor – is Scotland’s next great hope on the famous dance show. Ross at a charity event in Glasgow (Image: Gary Brown)“I’m terrified, I’m excited, I can’t wait,” he says, with a nervous laugh. When Olly Murs had to pull out of supporting Take That in Glasgow, Gary Barlow called Ross for help.

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