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'Persecution' fears of gays, lesbians and trans people over immigration reforms
1+ week, 3+ day ago (389+ words) A leader of the city's gay and lesbian community says immigration reforms will hurt asylum seekers fleeing persecution because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Worcester LGBT founder Mazedul Hasan Shakil has criticised some of the immigration and asylum…...
Humanists to hold Saturday brunch for 'like-minded people"
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (95+ words) Worcester Humanists are inviting people to attend a brunch with like-minded individuals. The event, which begins at 11am on Saturday, February 7, will take place at the Coffee Warehouse, 12 The Foregate. It is open to seasoned humanists and those just looking for…...
Graduate champions inclusion for young people with disabilities
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (379+ words) A University of Worcester graduate with verbal dyspraxia is helping to improve accessibility and inclusion for young people. Christian Wilson, who studied sports coaching science with disability sport at the University of Worcester, is now using his expertise and lived…...
Man released after woman, 69, found to have died from natural causes
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (189+ words) A MAN arrested on suspicion of murder has been released with no further action after it was discovered a woman died of natural causes. A post-mortem examination found the 69-year-old died of natural causes. A 47-year-old who was initially arrested…...
Reform says some services should only be for 'biological women"
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (467+ words) REFORM councillors want only "biological women" to have access to certain services in Worcestershire. A motion calling for the county council to limit access to "single-sex facilities and services for women" is set to be debated at a full council…...
'Asparamancer' 2026 predictions include 'Royal arrest"
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (594+ words) A fortune teller who predicts the future by throwing asparagus says 2026 will bring a General Election and the arrest of a former member of the Royal Household. Jemima Packington, 69, who previously foretold the Queen's death, Brexit and Boris Johnson becoming…...
Where big cats have been seen in Worcestershire - mapped
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (622+ words) THIS map shows the'high volume of big cat sightings across Worcestershire for the first time'and suggests'the powerful predators'may be nearer than you think. The scientific'case for 'panthers' on the prowl in Worcestershire continues to gather momentum as DNA evidence confirms'big…...
LGBT asylum seekers support group celebrates milestone anniversary
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (363+ words) An LGBT asylum seekers support group is celebrating a milestone anniversary. Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network), which began as a grassroots movement in 2018, has grown into a nationwide lifeline for LGBTQ+ asylum seekers and refugees across the UK. It now…...
Pride event will be 'queer joy for the whole community"
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (273+ words) A pride event this weekend promises to be a 'fabulous celebration' despite being smaller and more intimate than last year's gathering. Cosy Pride is due to take place at St Andrew's Methodist Church in Pump Street, Worcester between 3pm and 7pm tomorrow…...
Glastonbury slammed for 'worst line-up in years' as 2025 headliners announced
1+ year, 1+ week ago (287+ words) Glastonbury has been slammed for its 'worst line-up in years' by fans of the festival. It comes as the festival announced the headliners and line-up for the 2025 event today (March 6)." Artists Olivia Rodrigo and The 1975 will headline alongside the previously…...