A gym instructor has gone viral after being bitten on the ear by a snake as he filmed a promotional video working out around the reptile in a west London car park. But as he records an outro for the segment for his Instagram profile the python named LV takes a bite at his ear […]
Siri dishes on Apple’s unannounced April 20 media event
The big picture: Onlookers believe Apple is gearing up to unveil new iPad Pro models, the largest of which is expected to feature Mini LED display technology offering improved contrast ratios and higher brightness. Manufacturing issues could lead to delayed shipping dates and limited quantities but we won’t know for sure until next week at […]
Paisley: Downward spiral will continue unless Northern Ireland Protocol resolved
N orthern Ireland’s identity is being put at risk by post-Brexit trading arrangements, ministers have been warned. DUP MP Ian Paisley (North Antrim) warned he fears a “continuing downward spiral” in Northern Ireland unless Westminster takes action to resolve problems which have emerged in recent months. Speaking during a statement on recent disorder in the […]
Swinney: We will fight the Tories in court over challenge to children’s law
Scottish Secretary Alister Jack wrote to the Scottish Government with concerns about the legislative competence of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill before it was passed last month. Mr Jack said the Bill could potentially put legal duties on UK Ministers, which would be outwith the remit of […]
Schoolgirl names new species of sea sponge Parpal Dumplin
A new species of sea sponge identified off the north Norfolk coast has been named Parpal Dumplin, with the winning suggestion coming from a local schoolgirl who noted it was purple and resembled a dumpling. The Marine Conservation Society’s Agents of Change project asked children to use their creativity to name the species, which was […]
Alba being ‘censored’ by broadcasters, bemoans Salmond
A lex Salmond has claimed his Alba party is being censored by the BBC and STV. The former first minister said the broadcasters “are simply failing in their democratic duty” because Alba has been excluded from the televised debates featuring leaders of parties who currently have MSPs at Holyrood. Mr Salmond took umbrage with the […]
