Builder Freddie Scappaticci was said to be top-secret British Army agent Stakeknife (Image: Pacemaker) They called him “Stakeknife”. Freddie Scappaticci, who died last year aged 77, was a Belfast bricklayer who spent more than a decade during the Troubles operating as a
A huge survey of over 10,000 Britons has shown that people with disabilities feel lonelier than those without. The poll found that two out of five (40%) disabled people often feel lonely, compared to just 29% of non-disabled people. This research was
One of Britain’s last surviving D-Day veterans has died aged 99, months before the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings. Walter Bigland was just 19 when he disembarked from a landing craft on Sword Beach with 45 Commando on June 6, 1944,
Improvements to a busy junction with a hefty price tag is set to ease congestion on a hectic UK motorway. The M2’s Junction 5 has been subject to several improvements in recent years – with the latest focused on Stockbury roundabout. Commuters
A stunning seaside town has plenty to offer in its own right – but is also home to Wales’s most famous castle. Caernarfon Castle is widely regarded as the largest and most imposing of the ring of castles built by Edward I
The charming seaside town of Deal in Kent has been praised as one of the UK’s top “hidden” foodie hotspots. The historic town, known for its delightful cuisine, was named alongside four other destinations perfect for food lovers. The Guardian recently tipped
Top contributor was Moscow-born financial trader Alex Gerko, 44, who handed over a record £664.5 million. The personal wealth of the founder of XTX Markets has been previously estimated at £8.5billion. However, despite a 3% rise in the total, two-thirds of the
The headteacher of a school fighting a legal challenge over its decision to ban prayer rituals says it is “taking a massive toll”. Staff are “too terrified” to travel alone following death threats and a bomb scare, revealed Katharine Birbalsingh. One teacher’s
Turning heads in stunning Olivine Green, the car looked great on country roads (Image: Hanisha Sethi) What we love Serene, smooth and quiet ride Handles country roads well Elegant and striking interior Eye-catching exterior What we don’t Range could be slightly better
The former head of Britain’s post office said she will return the Commander of the Order of the British Empire honor that she received in 2018. This comes in response to public outrage over the wrongful accusation of hundreds of postmasters due