The Bradley Hare, a celebrated Wiltshire pub on the Duke of Somerset's estate, was abruptly closed before Christmas. Staff were locked out and left unpaid, sparking local anger and rumours of a dispute.
Popular Newtown Cantonese restaurant Duk Inn will close permanently on 18 February 2026. Discover the story behind this family-run favourite and the wave of Sydney restaurant closures.
Downtown Home & Garden, a beloved community staple in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has shut its doors for good, a victim of soaring rents and costs. Its closure is part of a record wave of US retail failures.
Discover Poon's at Somerset House, a stunning new Chinese restaurant from Amy Poon. Our review highlights the light, delicate cooking and the tofu dip worth booking for. Open until 11 Jan near the ice rink.
Discover Poon's at Somerset House, Amy Poon's elegant Chinese restaurant. From magic soup to glorious claypot rice, find out why the tofu dip alone is worth a visit. Book now before the ice rink closes on 11 January.
Amy Poon launches a stunning new restaurant in Somerset House, offering light, deft Chinese cuisine. Discover steamed pork, magic soup, and exquisite dumplings. Book your table now.
Amy Poon opens a stunning new Chinese restaurant at Somerset House, blending family legacy with a light, deft culinary touch. Discover the must-try dishes.
Architect Julia Barfield proposes a 14-mile tidal power lagoon off Somerset to power the UK's AI boom. The £11bn project could generate 2.5GW of renewable energy and create a new coastal landmark. Read the full plan.
The A1(M) southbound in Hertfordshire remains shut after a serious collision. Police and National Highways advise drivers to avoid the area. Get the latest updates here.
Families in Solihull saw their festive plans ruined after Miller & Carter Hockley Heath closed on Christmas Day due to an electrical fault, leaving them without their £105pp meals. Read the full story.
The M54 motorway in Shropshire is closed in both directions after a major police incident. Expect severe delays and follow diversion routes. Get live updates here.
Avon and Somerset Police confirm a 15-year-old has been charged with the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. Read the latest updates on this tragic case.
A teenage boy is in custody after the death of a nine-year-old girl in Weston-super-Mare. Police have launched a murder investigation and are supporting the devastated family.
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a nine-year-old girl's body at a property in Weston-super-Mare. Police are investigating the 'utterly dreadful' incident.
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
St Martin's School in Caerphilly closes for a deep clean after a major flu-like outbreak. Over 250 people are ill. Parents urged to keep symptomatic children at home.
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Sydney's M4 tunnel has been closed, causing significant traffic disruption across the city. Get the latest updates on the closure and alternative routes.
The A27 near Chichester is closed in both directions due to a police-led incident, causing major delays. Sussex Police are on the scene. Follow for live updates.
The M54 in Shropshire is closed eastbound for overnight recovery of a crashed HGV. National Highways warn of delays and have a diversion in place. Follow for live updates.
An 18-year-old man tragically died after being hit by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance that had stopped to provide treatment. Our thoughts are with his family.
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
Danesfield Middle School in Somerset closes for a deep clean after a norovirus outbreak. Students move to remote learning. Learn the symptoms and how to prevent the spread.
Beloved Chinese Noodle House in Sydney's Chinatown announces permanent closure after landlord ends lease. Follow their Instagram for updates on a potential new location.
Kings Priory School in Tynemouth closed suddenly on 24th November 2025 due to a potential critical threat. Police are investigating malicious communications. Follow for live updates.
A man in his 50s has died after a serious single-vehicle crash on the A303 in Somerset. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. One person remains in a life-threatening condition.
A teenage couple's first home near Yeovil was burned down by arsonists days before they were due to move in. The uninsured £60,000 property and all their belongings were destroyed. Police are investigating.
The closure of Pontins holiday park in Brean has transformed this Somerset seaside town, creating eerie empty streets and divided opinions about its future. Discover how locals are coping.
Shepton Mallet Carnival procession was stopped for nearly an hour after a person fell from a carnival cart. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the full story.
A serious lorry fire has caused complete closure of the M25 anti-clockwise between junctions 11 and 10, creating 60-minute delays and severe traffic disruption during Friday rush hour.