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Daily Record
30-07-2025
- Science
- Daily Record
King Charles 'could be first royal in space' after astronaut says 'it's possible'
King Charles has long been a champion of environmental causes and it seems he has now turned his attention to the final frontier, with an astronaut suggesting he could be the first royal in space A British astronaut has sensationally suggested that King Charles might be the first member of the Royal Family to venture into space, stating that it "could be made possible". Tim Peake, a former army officer and the first British European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut to board the International Space Station, embarked on his six-month Principia mission in May 2013. Charles, who has long been an advocate for environmental causes, may now have set his sights set on the stars. Tim disclosed that he had a conversation with the monarch at Hampton Court earlier this year about the "space environment". Astronaut Tim hinted at the possibility of the King having higher aspirations. Richard Eden of the Mail even speculated that Charles could become the "first royal to take flight into space". Tim shared with him: "We had a meeting earlier this year in Hampton Court about how we can protect the space environment. I think space is the next frontier for him. I'm sure if he would like to go, it could be made possible." He further commented: "The King's passionate about space and realises we need to grasp this opportunity, to start using space, a wonderful environment, to benefit here (Earth)." However, whether King Charles could withstand the rigorous training required of astronauts remains to be seen. Tim's preparation included learning Russian, understanding the science and engineering of spaceflight, and learning various other skills such as minor surgery, dentistry, and survival techniques. He also braved parabolic flights, known as the "vomit comet", to simulate weightlessness, underwent underwater training, and even endured a centrifuge to acclimatise to the g-forces of space launch. This isn't the first instance of the King engaging with space-related matters. In 2023, he hosted astronauts, environmentalists, scientists, and others at a Space Sustainability Event at Buckingham Palace. At this event, King Charles revealed the Astra Carta seal, marking the introduction of the Sustainable Markets Initiative's Astra Carta framework, aimed at fostering a sustainable space industry. In other news, the monarch was seen sporting a kilt during his visit to Caithness in the north of Scotland on Monday (July 28), a region he is particularly fond of, often visiting the nearby Castle of Mey. His trip included a stop at the community of Scrabster on Thurso Bay, where he engaged with people from the nuclear sector. The visit was facilitated by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Dounreay nuclear site. Additionally, while in Thurso, he encountered locals including David Mackay and his wife, Jacky, who were notably impressed by the firmness of the King's handshake. Mr Mackay expressed his feelings to the John O'Groat Journal and the Caithness Courier, stating: "I remember the Queen Mother coming to Caithness and now to meet the King, I am honoured – absolutely honoured. "And his handshake is so strong! It's a wonderful thing for Caithness, the fact that royalty have got so much love for the county."
Daily Mail
17-06-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE The gang war tearing Scotland apart mapped: The territories under the control of 'Mr Big', the Scottish Scarface and Edinburgh's cocaine king
Detailed maps showing exactly where the battle lines have been drawn in a deadly gang war taking hold of Scotland can be revealed today. As four Scottish crime lords are embroiled in a vicious fight to control the country's drug trade, the Mail can reveal interactive maps of the territories they are waging war over. Your browser does not support iframes. Your browser does not support iframes. Your browser does not support iframes.
India Today
26-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Russia denies involvement in arson attacks on houses, car linked to British PM
The Kremlin on Monday rejected claims of Russian involvement in arson attacks on houses and a car linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and said that London repeatedly saw the hand of Moscow behind anything bad that happened in this month, police were called to fires at a house in north London owned by Starmer, another at a property nearby where he used to live and to a blaze involving a car that also used to belong to men - two of them Ukrainians and one Romanian national - have been charged in connection with the fires. None of the suspects have been charged under terrorism laws or the new National Security Act which aims to target hostile state activity. The Financial Times and the Mail on Sunday reported that British security officials were investigating if Russia was involved in the arson about the reports, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the idea that Russia was behind the arson attacks."You know, London is inclined to suspect Russia of involvement in all the bad things that happen in Britain," Peskov said. "As a rule, all these suspicions are false, unsubstantiated and often ridiculous."The British police, which has not mentioned Russia in any of their statements related to the attacks, declined to comment on recent reports. The British government did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. Must Watch
Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
Kremlin rejects accusations of Russian involvement in UK arson attacks
MOSCOW - The Kremlin on Monday rejected claims of Russian involvement in arson attacks on houses and a car linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and said that London repeatedly saw the hand of Moscow behind anything bad that happened in Britain. Earlier this month, police were called to fires at a house in north London owned by Starmer, another at a property nearby where he used to live, and to a blaze involving a car that also used to belong to him. Three men - two of them Ukrainians and one Romanian national - have been charged in connection with the fires. None of the suspects have been charged under terrorism laws or the new National Security Act which aims to target hostile state activity. The Financial Times and the Mail on Sunday reported that British security officials were investigating if Russia was involved in the arson attacks. Asked about the reports, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the idea that Russia was behind the arson attacks. "You know, London is inclined to suspect Russia of involvement in all the bad things that happen in Britain," Peskov said. "As a rule, all these suspicions are false, unsubstantiated and often ridiculous." The British police, which has not mentioned Russia in any of their statements related to the attacks, declined to comment on recent reports. The British government did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Kremlin rejects accusations of Russian involvement in UK arson attacks
MOSCOW (Reuters) -The Kremlin on Monday rejected claims of Russian involvement in arson attacks on houses and a car linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and said that London repeatedly saw the hand of Moscow behind anything bad that happened in Britain. Earlier this month, police were called to fires at a house in north London owned by Starmer, another at a property nearby where he used to live, and to a blaze involving a car that also used to belong to him. Three men - two of them Ukrainians and one Romanian national - have been charged in connection with the fires. None of the suspects have been charged under terrorism laws or the new National Security Act which aims to target hostile state activity. The Financial Times and the Mail on Sunday reported that British security officials were investigating if Russia was involved in the arson attacks. Asked about the reports, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the idea that Russia was behind the arson attacks. "You know, London is inclined to suspect Russia of involvement in all the bad things that happen in Britain," Peskov said. "As a rule, all these suspicions are false, unsubstantiated and often ridiculous." The British police, which has not mentioned Russia in any of their statements related to the attacks, declined to comment on recent reports. The British government did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
