Western Daily Press - May 01, 2025
Western Daily Press - May 01, 2025
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May 01, 2025
X-Files star confirms she has spoken to director about reboot
US actress Gillian Anderson has confirmed she has spoken to filmmaker Ryan Coogler about rebooting The X-Files.
1 min
Voters head to the polls
VOTERS go to the polls today in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and the West of England.
1 min
Multiple homes may have to be razed after blast
MULTIPLE homes wrecked by an explosion in Yate may face demolition, a resident living at one of the damaged properties has said.
2 mins
Man 'froze parts of remains and brought rest to bridge'
A MAN \"decapitated and dismembered\" a couple, froze parts of their remains and brought the rest in suitcases to the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol before stealing from them, a court has heard.
4 mins
First look at statues for new Gromit trail as Norbot unleashed
HE was invented by Wallace to help out with the gardening.
1 min
Father’s ‘spiritual pilgrimage’ turned into festive crime spree
A PAGAN went on a crime spree after walking from south Wales to Somerset on a “pilgrimage”.
2 mins
Trump tariffs see Aston Martin limit US imports
BRITISH car manufacturer Aston Martin has said it is “limiting imports” to the US because of new tariff rules as it reported falling sales.
1 min
JK Rowling adaptations' stars sign trans solidarity open letter
ACTORS who have starred in JK Rowling adaptations have signed an open letter standing “in solidarity” with members of the LGBT+ community “impacted” by the recent Supreme Court ruling on gender.
2 mins
Plan to expand home heating grant options
HOUSEHOLDS will be able to choose from more options to upgrade their home heating systems with the help of Government grants, under new proposals.
2 mins
'Video of Sycamore gap tree being cut down' played in court
MOBILE phone footage of the moment the famous Sycamore Gap tree was cut down and fell on to Hadrian's Wall has been played to jurors.
1 min
No.10 denies Net Zero 'hysteria'
DOWNING Street has rejected Sir Tony Blair's claim that “hysteria” is playing a part in the international debate on climate change after the former prime minister criticised efforts to limit fossil fuels.
2 mins
Hackers target Co-op IT system
THE Co-op said it has shut off parts of its IT systems after an attempted hack.
1 min
King's cancer 'brought humanity into focus'
T HE King has poignantly reflected on his experience of cancer, saying it had brought into “sharp focus the very best of humanity” and telling cancer charities: “You have my whole family's deepest admiration and gratitude.”
2 mins
Ukraine 'ready to sign' minerals deal with US administration
UKRAINE is prepared to sign a landmark mineral resources agreement with the United States in Washington yesterday, according to senior Ukrainian officials.
1 min
India planning to attack within days, says Pakistan
PAKISTAN said it has “credible intelligence” that India is planning to attack it within days, as Pakistani nationals headed for the border to comply with New Delhi’s orders to almost all Pakistani citizens to leave the country following last week’s deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir.
2 mins
Doctor facing eye removal has sight saved in time for wedding
A DOCTOR who was contemplating having her eye removed had her sight restored in time for her wedding thanks to a first-of-its-kind genomics lab.
2 mins
Whisky bar shuts after dispute
A BAR described as a 'Bristol institution and a mecca for whisky lovers' has closed its doors, saying it was in dispute with its landlord.
1 min
Plan for 210 new homes in growing town
A GROWING Somerset town near the M5 could get another 210 homes on its doorstep if plans are approved in the coming months.
1 min
New clinical trial drug helps to slow grandad's mesothelioma
RESEARCHERS have said the discovery that a drug can control the growth of mesothelioma could provide \"enormous hope\" for patients.
2 mins
New purpose for stand in stadium upgrade
ONE of Hereford FC's huge flood-light stands is set to be given a new purpose.
1 min
Jobs hope despite plans to shut down West brewery
EXMOOR Ales has announced the closure of its Somerset brewery after battling the impact of Covid-19, inflation and rising taxes, but insists a new collaboration will help preserve the brand and protect jobs.
2 mins
Steakhouse collapses into administration
A STEAK restaurant with sites in Bristol and Cardiff has collapsed into administration.
1 min
£205m Welsh subsidy plan for airport criticised
BRISTOL Airport has issued a stinging criticism of Welsh Government plans to invest a further £205m into Cardiff Airport claiming the scale of the proposed subsidy would be unprecedented in the UK airport sector and provide its nearest rival with an unfair competitive advantage.
2 mins
Vinted targets investments in UK start-ups
VINTED, the Lithuanian- founded secondhand market- place, has announced the launch of its venture capital (VC) arm, setting its sights on UK start-ups.
1 min
Construction firms are losing confidence in UK economy
CONSTRUCTION firms are increasingly pessimistic about their future, despite the broader UK economy showing tenacity, according to a recent evaluation.
1 min
Don't keep mum when it comes to your family history
NATASHA HOLT ASKS THE EXPERTS WHAT VITAL MEDICAL INFORMATION SHOULD ALWAYS BE PASSED DOWN THE FAMILY...
4 mins
The key to being digitally bolder when you're older
As our world becomes more digital, feeling confident with technology isn’t just a bonus - it's a vital key to staying connected, informed, and in control of everyday life.
2 mins
Is litter tray a risk for mum-to-be?
PAMPERED PETS
2 mins
Obsessive's sick plan to kill Holly
THE PLOT TO KILL HOLLY WILLOUGHBY
1 min
Draper reaches last eight at Madrid Open
BRITISH number one Jack Draper cruised into the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with a straight-sets win over American Tommy Paul.
1 min
Williams defeats Higgins to reach Crucible semi-finals
MARK Williams held off a superb fightback from fellow former winner John Higgins to triumph in a last-frame decider and reach his eighth World Championship semi-final at the Crucible.
1 min
No more US races, says Miami GP boss
THE president of the Miami Grand Prix says Formula One does not need any more races in the United States.
2 mins
Teal hopes the rain stays away
ROGER Teal is keeping an eye on the weather, with a dry forecast likely to mean a crack at the Boylesports Lockinge Stakes for his miler Dancing Gemini.
1 min
Arabian Dusk can take the Chelmer spotlight
ARABIAN Dusk is expected to enjoy dropping back in distance for the bet365 Chelmer Fillies' Stakes at Chelmsford today.
2 mins
Skivington backs players for call-ups
GEORGE Skivington confided that centre Seb Atkinson and lock Arthur Clark were being watched by England head coach Steve Borthwick on Sunday as Gloucester Rugby thrashed Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm, writes John Evely.
2 mins
Russell isn’t Bath’s only threat - Edinburgh boss
HEAD coach Sean Everitt believes that his Edinburgh side have more than just Finn Russell to take care of in their European Challenge Cup semi-final against Bath.
1 min
Pring may still feature if City make play-offs
FROM BACK PAGE
1 min
Calderon's eager to stay with Gas after relegation
INIGO Calderon has insisted that he would like to remain as Bristol Rovers head coach in League Two following the club's relegation, but confessed that the club has to do what it thinks is best for itself ahead of a summer of rebuilding.
3 mins
Western Daily Press Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Reach Publishing Services Limited
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The Western Daily Press is a regional newspaper covering parts of South West England, mainly Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Somerset as well as the metropolitan areas of Bath and North East Somerset and the Bristol area.
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