A concise profile of the city, figures, and institutions linked to the name Hull.
Karl Bushby has completed the 31,000-mile trek from Chile to Hull, clocking in at 28 years. He has crossed the Humber Bridge in thick mist and is now heading to a Civic reception before reuniting with family. A film crew is documenting the journey.
A round of legal actions crosses borders: a Jordanian activist faces renewed legal pressure after an extradition attempt; Egyptian and UK cases involve drugs, fraud and abuse of position. The DOE and international agencies are coordinating to pursue accountability in several high-profile cases.
Robert Bush has been jailed for 20 years at Hull Crown Court after pleading guilty to 67 offences linked to Legacy Independent Funeral Directors. Police uncovered 35 bodies and more than 100 sets of ashes stored in deplorable conditions, with victims recounting misidentified ashes, fraud, and fake funeral plans. The case has spurred calls for tighter regulation of the UK funeral industry.
A 13-year-old boy has died after entering the water at Hornsea, East Yorkshire. Emergency services launched a large-scale search, and a body was recovered early this morning. The death is not treated as suspicious; the family has been informed and supported by authorities.
Manchester United has re-signed Marcus Rashford after a season-long loan at Barcelona. The deal consolidates Rashford as United’s top earner and a key component in plans to bolster a left-sided attack, with the club weighing wage costs amid pressure to manage expenditure. Barcelona opted not to trigger a £26m buy clause, keeping Rashford in the spotlight as United eye tactical changes for 2026-27.
The Carabao Cup second round has been drawn, with Chelsea and Tottenham entering the competition alongside other Premier League clubs not in Europe. The draw is sectional (north and south) and ties will be played the week of 24 August. The nine top-flight teams in Europe this season join in the third round.
The government has announced planning and enforcement changes to curb vape shops, betting shops and other venues on high streets. Local councils will gain new powers, with planning permission required for vape shops and tighter controls on gambling premises. The measures aim to restore community spaces and address concerns about crime linked to some retailers.
The UK faces a surge in demand for specialist eclipse glasses ahead of Wednesday’s solar eclipse. Shops report rapid sell-outs and restocks are strained; experts urge safe viewing methods, with many advising indirect viewing or certified glasses.
Rail operators across the UK are adjusting timetables and services in response to an amber heat warning, with temperatures expected to exceed 30C in several regions. Operators warn of reduced services, enforced speed limits, and potential disruption, urging passengers to check journeys before travel.
Two families featured by Business Insider UK explain how adult children are funding and arranging elder care. One covers a mother with a heart condition and a son who built an ADU to house his mom, while another follows a caregiver who has created a long-term, horse-assisted program for disabilities, balancing work and family.
Twenty-one white storks have been released from breeding aviaries in Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, as part of a rewilding project inspired by Knepp in West Sussex. The birds are expected to acclimate in Cornwall for a couple of months before migrating south for winter, with hopes they will return to nest in coming years. Natural England notes that releases are not a native priority, citing historical records of storks in Britain, while supporters argue climate-driven range shifts justify the experiment.
Larne is eliminated after conceding a late penalty in extra-time to Invermen following a 2-0 lead, with Montel Gibson sent off and controversy around a handball in the dying stages.
Visitors to Snowdon have faced long queues amid hot weather and rising numbers. Wardens are urging patience for safety and to protect the landscape. Reports from BBC, The Guardian and New York Post show a mix of reactions and concerns about inclusivity, safety and how best to access popular outdoor spaces.
A wave of measures has expanded support for families as the new term begins: free school meals for all Universal Credit households, more free breakfast clubs, cheaper uniforms through branded-item limits, and thousands of extra childcare places. The changes aim to ease the financial squeeze and ensure children start classes ready to learn.
United has agreed a deal with Brighton for Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba. The 22-year-old is set to join Michael Carrick’s midfield, joining Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Baleba’s signing comes amid United’s midfield rebuild after Casemiro’s departure and Ugarte’s injury.
Arsenal has defended its title and Villa has undergone a broad exodus, with key forwards moving and tactical shifts underway. The teams meet with Arsenal aiming to prove momentum while Villa seeks to prove resilience after a tumultuous transfer window. The upcoming fixture underlines high-stakes expectations as both sides adjust for new season realities.
A vessel carrying five people is in distress southwest of Eddystone Lighthouse near Plymouth. A coastguard helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft and RNLI lifeboats have been deployed, and a large search by civilian vessels is ongoing. Three people have been accounted for, with conditions and vessel details still unclear.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has announced that the coastguard search for two missing crew from the French-registered trawler Maranello has ended after an intensive operation southwest of the Eddystone Lighthouse. Three others were rescued and hospitalised; the vessel has sunk. The rescue effort continues to coordinate cross-border support.
A London court of appeal has ruled that the so-called box-shifting practice, used to avoid business rates on vacant offices, cannot amount to beneficial occupation. The City of London Corporation, backed by local authorities, has argued that the scheme defers tax revenue for years. The decision threatens a £500m to £1bn annual loss in potential relief for landlords and a wider reform of business rates.
Princess Diana’s black Christina Stambolian evening dress, worn in 1994 as a public response to Charles’s affair, is returning to Sotheby’s for auction with a conservative estimate around $200,000. The item will tour displays in London, Hong Kong, Geneva and New York ahead of a December sale, with portions of proceeds benefiting NHS Lothian Charity.
Scotland is expanding GPS tracking and bail monitoring as part of a government push to tackle misogyny and violence against women. The measures include potential exclusion zones around victims’ homes or workplaces and faster police responses when conditions are breached.
Liverpool city region has begun bringing bus services back under public control, starting in St Helens. Fares stay capped at £2, and the network aims to increase frequency, improve evening and weekend services, and better connect hospitals and rail links.
Education Minister Paul Givan has revised guidelines so girls can wear trousers in school uniforms from 2027/28. The change, backed by campaigners, will be legally binding under a new act and aims to reduce costs and improve practicality, with a phased start to allow policy updates.
Ineos has paused operations at three Hull chemical plants, affecting up to 4,000 jobs in its UK supply chain. The move is driven by UK gas costs said to be far higher than those in the US and China, prompting calls for government action and potential LNG imports.
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Manchester City has been found guilty of serious breaches of Premier League financial rules stretching from 2009-10 to 2017-18. The independent commission has ruled that the club artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs through sham contracts and disguised funding, with sanctions to be decided at a separate hearing. City denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.
The royal couple has joined Kevin Sinfield’s seven ultramarathons in seven days, visiting Wakefield, Hull, York and Leeds as part of a campaign to raise funds for motor neurone disease (MND). Sinfield has already visited multiple Super League grounds, with more stops planned before the Grand Final in Manchester.
Two Edinburgh plays revisit 18th-century culture: Brian Logan's Douglas explores Enlightenment tensions, while Jordan & Skinner's Do Not Pass Go tells Lizzie Magie's story and Monopoly’s contested origins. Both shows, in Edinburgh and Aberdeen, mix historical drama with a sharp eye on gender and power, running through October.
Dave Bell has rowed non-stop from Lima to Kilifi for almost a year, approaching the completion of an unprecedented two-ocean solo crossing. He is aiming to set a new distance record while raising funds for Rock2Recovery and reflecting on Marine service.
Hull and East Yorkshire Mayor Luke Campbell faces a police inquiry after allegations he showed naked images of himself to a female staff member. Campbell denies the allegations; stakeholders call for stand-by actions as investigations proceed. The case has drawn scrutiny of Reform UK’s leadership and the authority’s internal processes.
Prominent actor Patrick Stewart has died in Los Angeles at 86 after a brief, poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. He is remembered for Captain Jean‑Luc Picard and Professor Charles Xavier, and his stage work from Shakespeare to Beckett.