The UK is bracing for the expected arrival of Storm Austin, with strong winds and heavy rain forecast across southern England and Wales. Coastal areas could experience gusts exceeding 70 mph.
Author: Zahid Anwar Mirza (Zahid Anwar Mirza)
Post
UK Airport Drop-Off Charges Spark Debate Over Air Pollution and Passenger Costs.
Airport drop-off charges in the UK are prompting debate over passenger costs, traffic congestion and air pollution. Environmental campaigners argue that the fees may discourage unnecessary vehicle journeys around airport terminals.
Post
12 Sentenced to More Than 100 Years in Prison Over Major Drug and Money Laundering Network in West Yorkshire
Twelve people have been sentenced to more than 100 years in prison for drug trafficking and money laundering linked to a Bradford-based criminal network. Police said the group supplied over 135 kilograms of Class A drugs, while 55 kilograms of cocaine and heroin were recovered during the investigation.
Post
Small Plane Crashes Near Loch Lomond in Scotland, Killing Two
A small aircraft crashed near Drymen, close to Loch Lomond in Scotland, killing a 16-year-old boy and an 80-year-old man. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch is investigating the cause of the crash.
Post
UK Rejoining the European Union Back in Focus as Parliament Set to Debate Public Petition
Britain’s relationship with the European Union is back in the political spotlight as MPs prepare to debate a public petition calling for the UK to reconsider EU membership. London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged the Labour Party to adopt a clearer position on the possibility of rejoining the bloc.
Post
UK Issues Strong Warning to Iran, Summons Ambassador and Sanctions Two Nationals
Britain has summoned Iran’s ambassador and imposed sanctions on two Iranian nationals following an incident near RAF Fairford. Tehran denies involvement as London warns of further action.
Post
Four Jailed for 36 Years Over Sexual Assault of 17-Year-Old Girl in Bristol
Four people, including three Afghan nationals, have been sentenced to a combined 36 years in prison following the sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl in Bristol.
Post
British Sikh Activist Jagtar Singh Johal Released from Delhi Jail After Nearly Nine Years
LONDON, (Zahid anwar Mirza) — British Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal has been released on bail from a Delhi jail after spending nearly nine years in detention. The Delhi High Court had ordered his release on bail on September 18. The court also warned the Indian government that continued detention of Johal despite the court’s...
Post
9/11 25th Anniversary: Terrorism, Hate and Collective Blame Must Be Rejected
Dr Qari Muhammad Asim marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by remembering the victims and calling for an end to terrorism, anti-Muslim hatred and collective blame.
Post
UK Cannot Adopt Spain-Style Immediate Migrant Returns, Says Shabana Mahmood.
London, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) – UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has rejected calls for Britain to adopt Spain’s policy of immediately returning irregular migrants arriving in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, arguing that the situation in the English Channel is fundamentally different and far more complex. In an interview with The Telegraph, Mahmood said the...