How to see Lyrid meteor shower as ‘shooting stars’ to peak tonight
There is also an ideal time to see it Stargazers and others who are curious have a good chance of seeing the Lyrid meteor shower over the coming nights, with good views promised by lots of clear skies. The peak of the shower is expected on Wednesday night, 22 April, while it has been ongoing […]
3 months ago
Russia issues direct strike threat to UK
It says these three British locations are at risk The UK has been warned by Russia that it is edging closer to war, following the step up of military aid to Ukraine. The Ministry of Defence on Wednesday announced its biggest delivery of weapons to Ukraine so far, with a total of 120,000 drones this […]
3 months ago
President Biden set to turn down King Charles III coronation invite
The US President will reportedly opt out of attending the Westminster event. American President Joe Biden is expected to reject an invite to the coronation of King Charles III next month in London, in what will be the first royal coronation in almost seven decades. According to reports, Biden may instead send his wife and […]
3 years ago
First pill to treat Covid-19 authorised for use in the UK
The UK Health Secretary hailed the drug as a “game-changer”. Molnupiravir, the first pill to treat Covid-19, has been authorised for use in the United Kingdom. The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) granted its approval, stating the antiviral drug is “safe and effective” at reducing the risk of hospitalisation and death in […]
5 years ago
Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds announce birth of first child
Both mother and baby are “doing very well”. UK Prime minister Boris Johnson and his fiancee Carrie Symonds have welcomed their first child together. Symonds gave birth to a “healthy baby boy” today in a London hospital, a spokesperson for the couple has confirmed. “The Prime Minister and Ms Symonds are thrilled to announce the […]
6 years ago
Boris Johnson orders closure of all pubs, restaurants and gyms in the UK
The measures take effect from midnight tonight. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ordered the closure of all pubs, restaurants, gyms, cafes, leisure centres and theatres in the United Kingdom in an effort to combat the spread of the Covid-19 virus. The measures, similar to those recommended by the government in Ireland last Sunday (15 […]
6 years ago