Typhoon Jebi hit Japan with extreme winds and pouring rain, killing six people. With reports of winds up to 172km/h and heavy rain, Typhoon Jebi hit the southern areas of Japan around noon, causing the death of at least 6 people and injuries to over 160 (according to Japanese public broadcaster NKH). It made landfall on Shikoku island before moving across the country’s largest main island
Many Arrested at Notting Hill Carnival
On Sunday, 26th August, the police made 133 arrests and seized 20 weapons as chaos erupted at the Notting Hill Carnival. On the first day of the famous Notting Hill Carnival, the Metropolitan Police and the British Transport Police made 133 arrests, 42 of which were due to drug offences and 20 on weapon possession. Police have been granted extra stop and search powers under Section
Study Reveals Extent of Teen Self Harm
Warning: this article explores content you might find upsetting. If you need support, please speak to your Pupil Support teacher or another responsible adult. In recent years mental health has risen to the forefront of our society’s discussion, especially when it comes to children and young people’s mental health. So why are we still receiving the horrifying news that nearly 1 in 4 fourteen year old
Fire Destroys Historic Building and Primark in Belfast
A fire in Belfast city centre has destroyed the 233 year old Bank Building where Primark is situated.
British Festival Season
It’s festival time once again! A quick look at some of the best festivals 2018 had to offer us. July and August are traditionally the time of year for different types of festivals up and down the U.K., from best known Music festivals such as Glastonbury to downright bizarre Cheese festivals in small Villages in England. Glastonbury music festival Glastonbury is probably the best
Increasing Number of Absences at Hairymyres Hospital Due to Mental Health
Medics are nearing the breaking-point with the largest number of stress-induced sick days in NHS Lanarkshire, according to The Royal College of Nursing. In the last three years alone, staff at the University Hospital in East Kilbride have taken almost 90,000 sick days. Through a Freedom of Information request, statistics from NHS Lanarkshire show an 18% rise in sickness at the hospital from 2016/17 to 2017/18. Norman Provan
Florida Mass Shooting
There has been a mass shooting in Jacksonville Florida, here’s what we know so far. Police have reported multiple fatalities after a shooting at an online gaming tournament in Jacksonville, Florida. The first of four Madden NFL 19 Classic qualifier events, run by EA Sports, were taking place at the GLHF game bar today in Jacksonville. Ryen Aleman from Texas, witnessed the shooting and spoke to
Highlights of Pope Francis’s Visit to Ireland
Compassion and forgiveness: Pope Francis has completed a two day visit to Ireland, the first papal visit in 40 years.
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