“Ross Raisin Wins 2024 BBC National Short Story Award for ‘Ghost Kitchen’: A Dark Exploration of the Gig Economy”

Ross Raisin has been awarded the 2024 BBC National Short Story Award for his compelling narrative, "Ghost Kitchen," which explores the realities of the gig economy through the eyes of a bicycle courier. The announcement was made on Tuesday evening, and Raisin received a prize of £15,000 for his work, which has been praised for its vivid portrayal of life in the margins. The story offers a poignant and insightful look into the challenges faced by those navigating the gig economy, capturing the essence of modern work life. Raisin's achievement highlights the importance of storytelling in shedding light on contemporary social issues.

Teenager sentenced to life for murdering 15-year-old boy

A teenager named Bardia Shojaeifard, aged 15, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 13 years for the murder of another 15-year-old boy, Alfie Lewis. Shojaeifard was found guilty of the crime and will serve his sentence for taking the life of Lewis.