The Latest Breaking News from Colin Smith

More than 1.5 million Londoners face massive council tax hike next year

After Wandsworth announced a staggering 94% council tax hike, six other councils could announce huge increases

Evening Standard · Sep 16

25 years after 9/11, al Qaeda remains a threat – even as Washington looks away

A quarter of a century after the deadliest terrorist attacks in US history, al Qaeda’s various branches have moved away from the global jihad advocated by Osama bin Laden, focusing instead on regional insurgencies. Their actions continue to destabilise swathes of the world, from the Sahel to Afghanistan, neglected by…

France 24 · Sep 11

Three different winners as Fiesta ST150s entertain at Donington Park BRSCC event

Alongside the very close Ford fights, various Mazda MX-5 categories also produced plenty of frenetic contests

Autosport · Jun 9

Ercoli wins in Euro NASCAR as Davidson takes home podium at American SpeedFest

American SpeedFest 12 brought a pair of NASCAR Euro Series wins for Gianmarco Ercoli, while a large crowd cheered Jack Davidson to a maiden podium at his home event.

Autosport · Jun 9, 2025

Fire breaks out near plane at Bristol Airport

Large plumes of smoke could be seen on the tarmac as passengers were waiting in a bus near the scene

The Independent UK · May 2, 2025

Road sweeper denied crowdfunded holiday will go on trip after all

Travel company finds loophole with personalised competition that allows Paul Spiers to win £3,000 voucher

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2024

Men’s College Hoops Preview: SEC Loaded Up on Transfers Hoping to Improve in March

Tennessee, Kentucky and Texas A&M lead a league packed with top-end talent and reloaded rosters.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 26, 2023

Families’ ‘disappointment’ as Croydon tram disaster driver cleared

Alfred Dorris was acquitted of failing to take ‘reasonable care’ of the health and safety of his passengers in an accident which left seven dead.

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2023

Shortlees boss admits retaining cup was perfect way to sign off as manager

It's gaffer Colin Smith's final season in charge and he's ended it in the perfect way.

Daily Record · May 26, 2023

We discover the green haven near busy Nottinghamshire retail park

Immerse yourself in natural and feel the stress melting away

Nottingham Post · May 7, 2023