Author: Zander Callaghan
Storm Claudia Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding Risk to Cambridgeshire as Met Office Issues Yellow Warning
Storm Claudia triggered a Yellow weather warning from the Met Office, bringing heavy rain and flood risks to Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas on 28–29 November 2025, with up to 80mm of rain and disrupted transport across eastern England.
Belgian Star Emilie Dequenne Dies at 43 After Rare Cancer Battle, Tributes Pour In from Cotillard and Green
Belgian actress Emilie Dequenne, known for her powerful roles in 'Close' and 'Our Children,' died at 43 after battling rare adrenal cancer. Marion Cotillard and Eva Green paid tribute, calling her a genius and a light in cinema.
Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Dies at 81 After Pneumonia Complications in Jamaica
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff died at 81 in Kingston, Jamaica, from pneumonia after a seizure. The Order of Merit recipient and star of 'The Harder They Come' helped globalize reggae music and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010.
UK Christmas Bonus: £10 Tax-Free Payment Automatic for 24 Benefits in Dec 2025
The UK Government's DWP confirms a tax-free £10 Christmas Bonus will be automatically paid in December 2025 to those receiving one of 24 qualifying benefits during the first full week of December, with strict residency rules applying across the UK and crown dependencies.
Spencer Matthews Misses I'm A Celebrity Due to Seven-Continent Ironman Challenge
Spencer Matthews is completing seven Ironman triathlons across seven continents, preventing him from supporting wife Vogue Williams during her 2025 I'm A Celebrity stint. The scheduling clash highlights two very different kinds of courage.
Kano Governor Orders Return of UNESCO-Recognized Durbar Festival After 4-Year Hiatus
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf mandates the return of Kano's UNESCO-recognized Durbar Festival after a four-year security hiatus, with reinstated celebrations set for June 2026 and ₦750 million allocated for enhanced safety measures.
Oxford Union Ousts President‑Elect After Charlie Kirk Comments Spark No‑Confidence Vote
Oxford Union removes president‑elect George Abaraonye after his Instagram post about Charlie Kirk's killing sparks a 1,228‑501 no‑confidence vote, halting donations and speaker bookings.
Scaloni Confirms Matías Soulé Stays Argentine Ahead of Puerto Rico Match
Scaloni says Matías Soulé will stay Argentine, easing doubts before Argentina's Puerto Rico friendly and crucial World Cup qualifiers.
UN Conference Addresses Myanmar Rohingya Crisis, $96 M Aid Pledged
The UN held a high‑level conference on Oct 1, 2025 to tackle the Rohingya crisis, securing $96 million in aid and outlining a plan for safe, voluntary returns to Myanmar.