1+ hour, 36+ min ago   (323+ words) Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has called on Hong Kong's authorities to end the "appalling ordeal" of jailed pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai. The 78-year-old British national was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Monday under a security law imposed by China....

19+ hour, 24+ min ago   (664+ words) Former leading stayer and 2018 Melbourne Cup runner-up Marmelo has turned his hand to another vocation with great success, as he enjoys a hunting career whilst still standing as a thoroughbred sire. Now a 13-year-old, he was trained by Hughie Morrison…...

23+ hour, 4+ min ago   (541+ words) Palestinians on both sides of the crossing between Gaza and Egypt, which opened last week for the first time since 2024, were making their way to the border on Sunday in hopes of crossing. The opening comes as Israel prime minister…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (448+ words) Born and bred in the area, one experienced chef has enjoyed early success on the St Albans market serving up a range of delicious dosas. We spoke to the talented local all about his new pop-up and brand. With more…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (346+ words) Plans for new housing have targeted the site of a former Baptist chapel in Sandridge, also in Metropolitan Green Belt. This week, applicant Brigga Phillips Architects has earmarked The Willows and the former chapel on St Albans Road for six…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago   (474+ words) Former Coronation Street star Beverley Callard has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Callard, 68, played the role of Liz McDonald on Coronation Street from 1989 to 2020. She is now set to appear in Irish soap Fair City as a…...

2+ day, 9+ hour ago   (483+ words) Beverley Callard has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer, saying she was inspired to speak out by "strong, feisty women. Callard, best known for her role as Liz McDonald in Coronation Street, said she is in the "early…...

2+ day, 15+ hour ago   (1111+ words) Suffolk strangler Steve Wright has been told he will die in jail after being brought to justice for the abduction and murder of schoolgirl Victoria Hall more than 25 years ago. Wright, 67, had admitted the kidnap and murder of the 17-year-old,…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago   (349+ words) A drug driver has been jailed after causing a crash which fractured a six-year-old boy's eye socket, among other injuries. Martyn Chapman had been driving his family northbound on the A1(M) when the incident happened on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at around 6pm. The…...

5+ day, 22+ hour ago   (544+ words) Laurie Dalrymple is excited about the benefit Harlequins" involvement at next summer"s EuroHockey Championships will have on the local community. Twickenham Stoop, the iconic home of the Gallagher PREM Rugby side, will host the semi-finals and finals of hockey…...