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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Popular English beach town launches new ride in time for summer
Plus, from beaches to dinosaurs – Haven's Weymouth Bay resort has lots to see RIDE ON Popular English beach town launches new ride in time for summer Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HUGE new ride has made an appearance in a popular UK coastal resort. Weymouth has a new structure, stretching 26 metres tall and accommodating up to 108 passengers, with views across the coast. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The wheel stretches 26 metres tall Credit: Mirrorpix 3 It was financed by the people who run the local funfair Credit: Mirrorpix The Observation Wheel, which has been financed by the people who run the local funfair, is located on the central beach in the town. According to the SomersetLive, locals have been enthusiastic about the new addition. One local, named Robert, said: "We always come down to Weymouth. We used to do a lot of diving in the sea here. "So we thought we'd come back and visit some of the regular haunts for our anniversary." Some locals also mentioned how the town used to be quite run down, but that the new wheel has brought more confidence to locals about improving the appeal of the town to visitors. Another local added: "The Observation Wheel has only been up a few weeks and I don't mind it. "It adds something and brings people in." The wheel is located at Weymouth Central Beach's end, which is also home to a number of fairground attractions and seaside activities. The wheel costs £11 to go on, and riders will see amazing views across the coast. Other locals mentioned how the wheel will help local businesses as it will bring people down in the summer. Inside the UK seaside town home to the country's longest beach and its biggest ice creams Mayor of Weymouth, Councillor Jon Orrell, said: "The observation wheel is one of the tallest attractions on the beach offering fantastic views of Weymouth's iconic Jurassic coastline. "We are pleased to see this new attraction opening on the beach for the very first time, which complements the other seasonal rides. "It will offer something for all ages for residents and visitors alike." Weymouth has also been described as a supersized UK seaside town that's home to the country's biggest beach and foot-long Mr Whippy ice creams. Plus, from beaches to dinosaurs – Haven's Weymouth Bay resort has lots to see.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Popular English beach town launches new ride in time for summer
A HUGE new ride has made an appearance in a popular UK coastal resort. Advertisement 3 The wheel stretches 26 metres tall Credit: Mirrorpix 3 It was financed by the people who run the local funfair Credit: Mirrorpix The Observation Wheel, which has been financed by the people who run the local According to the One local, named Robert, said: "We always come down to Weymouth. We used to do a lot of diving in the sea here. "So we thought we'd come back and visit some of the regular haunts for our anniversary." Advertisement Some locals also mentioned how the town used to be quite run down, but that the new wheel has brought more confidence to locals about improving the appeal of the town to visitors. Another local added: "The Observation Wheel has only been up a few weeks and I don't mind it. "It adds something and brings people in." The wheel is located at Weymouth Central Beach's end, which is also home to a number of fairground attractions and seaside activities. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive The wheel costs £11 to go on, and riders will see amazing views across the coast. Other locals mentioned how the wheel will help local businesses as it will bring people down in the summer . Inside the UK seaside town home to the country's longest beach and its biggest ice creams Mayor of Weymouth, Councillor Jon Orrell, said: "The observation wheel is one of the tallest attractions on the beach offering fantastic views of "We are pleased to see this new attraction opening on the beach for the very first time, which complements the other seasonal rides. Advertisement "It will offer something for all ages for residents and visitors alike." Weymouth has also been described as a supersized UK seaside town that's home to the c Plus, from beaches to dinosaurs – Haven's Weymouth Bay resort has lots to see. 3 The Mayor of Weymouth has said it boasts amazing views of Weymouth's iconic Jurassic coastline. Credit: Mirrorpix Advertisement
The Irish Sun
29-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Why can't the Liverpool parade suspect be named? Dad-of-three businessman held over ‘rampage' which injured 79
THE Liverpool parade suspect has been in custody since 79 fans were injured during celebrations in the city on Monday. The suspect, a 53-year-old white British man, is believed to be a dad-of-three businessman who ran a now-dissolved firm. Advertisement 5 A man was dragged from a car moments after the collision Credit: Unpixs 5 Litter strewn across the street after the horror ordeal on Monday Credit: Reuters 5 A large blue tent on Water Street, Liverpool, where the rampage took place Credit: Mirrorpix He is being held on suspicion of attempted murder, driving while unfit through drugs and dangerous driving offences. However, he cannot be named due to strict legal reasons. From the moment of the arrest, speculation has surged online over the name of the suspect. But the press and public are restricted in the details that can be disclosed regarding identity once an arrest has been made. Advertisement Read more news A suspect who has been arrested and not yet charged is entitled to a reasonable expectation of privacy. It means the details that can be made public are usually limited to sex, age and a rough location of where they are from. The standpoint was given further credence following a Supreme Court ruling in 2022, which concluded that a person under criminal investigation has a reasonable expectation of privacy. Essentially, a suspect cannot be named until they are charged with a particular offence. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Publication of a name prior to charge may be in breach of privacy laws and defamatory if the allegations are later proven to be false. Contempt laws also apply from the moment of arrest, acting to prevent the publication of any material that creates a substantial risk of prejudicing a jury at a potential future trial. Thousands of people line streets for Liverpool's Premier League title parade as iconic DJ drafted in as special guest Police have 24 hours to question an individual suspected of committing a crime. In this case, cops were given "further time to continue questioning him" on Wednesday. Advertisement A request for an extension to custody time is usually made through a magistrates' court, but can be authorised by a police superintendent when an individual is suspected of committing a serious crime. If the suspect is charged, police will usually publicly release their name and street address - thus avoiding any chance of misidentification. To reach a point where a charge is brought, police forces consult the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). When considering whether a suspect should be charged, lawyers assess a key question of whether there is a "realistic prospect of conviction?". Advertisement If the answer is yes and the individual is charged, police stop all questioning and the suspect will appear in court later the same or the following day. Police have until today to either bring charges, release him, or apply for a further extension. It comes as the horrified wife of the Liverpool suspect is said to have only found out about the incident when she saw her car on TV. Neighbours of the suspect said he was 'quiet' and 'didn't go out partying'. Advertisement Yesterday a neighbour in the city's West Derby suburb revealed the suspect's wife's shock 'when she saw her car on the TV news'. The neighbour added: 'The wife is a really nice woman and they have children. "No one can believe this has happened. 'She first realised when she saw it was her car on the telly, when she saw it being Advertisement "The normal police cars turned up at teatime then Matrix vans turned up later that night. 'Everyone's just in shock. I genuinely don't know what's happened. "They seem like a nice family.' Police have been scouring dashcam content and CCTV to piece together the driver's movements. Advertisement Officers believe he gained access to the packed street, which had been blocked off, by tailgating an ambulance as paramedics entered to treat a man suspected of suffering a heart attack. 5 Police and forensics officers meticulously combed the scene following the incident Credit: Getty 5 Over a million people gathered in the city for the celebrations Credit: MatchDay Images Limited
Wales Online
25-05-2025
- Climate
- Wales Online
Warning as windsurfer rescued in force four winds in emergency off Welsh coast
Warning as windsurfer rescued in force four winds in emergency off Welsh coast Life boat crews warned windsurfers to check weather conditions and take a mobile phone in water proof casing when going out onto the water Port Eynon beach, Gower, Swansea (Image: Mirrorpix ) A windsurfer who got into difficulties in hugh winds in the sea off the Welsh coast was rescued by a lifeboat crew. Members of Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat rescues were just returning from a training exercise when they were approached by a number of windsurfers who were concerned about a windsurfer who they thought was in difficulty in the sea at Port Eynon Bay. The lifeboat was immediately re-launched and made a search of the bay. The crew saw a windsurfer waving at them clearly trying to draw their attention. When they made their way to him they spotted another person in the sea close by. He was wearing a wetsuit and was almost 400 metres offshore. He had been separated from his windsurfer. The man was taken on board the lifeboat and taken back to shore. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice In a statement the crew said: "The wind was blowing at force four and there was a one metre swell. Had the windsurfer, close to the man in the water, not drawn the crews attention it would have extremely difficult to have spotted the man in the water." The lifeboat was launched again shortly after 4pm. when information was received of a kitesurfer in difficulty. A search of the area was made but no kitesurfer could be found. Article continues below Lawrie Grove, the lifeboat perations manager for the Horton and Port Eynon Station urged windsurfers to take care, pay attention to weather conditions and take a mobile phone to call for help. He said: 'We want people to have fun when heading out on the water, however incidents can happen even for the most experienced water users. "When going windsurfing always carry a means of calling for help such as a mobile phone in a waterproof pouch. "In the event of an emergency, if possible stay with your equipment, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. "Weather conditions, particularly offshore winds and strong tidal currents can make it more difficult or even impossible to return to the shore, so it is really important to check the forecast and tide times before you head out. "Remember to wear a well-fitted buoyancy aid or personal floatation device as this will help you float if you end up in the water unexpectedly." Article continues below
Black America Web
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Tapped For Rosetta Tharpe Biopic
Source: Mirrorpix / Getty Rosetta Tharpe was a trailblazing Black musician who found fame early on as a gospel artist before shifting to rock and roll and inspiring several future legends. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor has been tapped to pen a script for a biopic about Sister Rosetta Tharpe, with legendary rocker Mick Jagger serving as a producer. Deadline reports that the Sister Rosetta Tharpe biopic was set in motion after Live Nation Productions reached out to Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor to piece together the script. Along with Jagger's Jagged Films, the film is also being produced by Tribeca Studios and Inaudible Productions. Sister Rosetta Tharpe emerged on the music scene first in the world of gospel, releasing her first recordings at the age of 23 in 1938. One of the singles, 'Rock Me,' would become a hit and influenced the likes of Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Little Richard, among others. Tharpe would mix gospel lyrics with secular music, which angered some. She went on to perform her mix of gospel and rhythm and blues, all accented by her guitar playing. The image of a Black woman singing gospel music inside secular establishments, along with her chosen instrument, caused many to not support her musical endeavors despite her quietly influencing future musical superstars along the way. In interviews, Thapre essentially framed rock and roll as rhythm and blues at a faster pace. Sister Rosetta Tharpe passed away in 1973, but was acknowledged by her peers as a pioneering voice for rock and roll. Along with the biopic, there will be a documentary about Tharpe centering on her contributions to music and her lasting influence, most especially in the world of guitars. The film will also pull from author Gayle Wald's Shout, Sister, Shout!: The Untold Story of Rock-and-Roll Trailblazer Sister Rosetta Tharpe biography. — Photo: Getty SEE ALSO Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Tapped For Rosetta Tharpe Biopic was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
