Community
Belfast man jailed for murder of pregnant partner Sarah Montgomery
Zak Hughes, 29, was sentenced for the murder of heavily pregnant Sarah Montgomery, 27, in a 19-minute attack at her County Down flat. He used a water bottle bought as a Father's Day gift.
Business
Cash ISA warning: £10k savers face £12k limit change next April
Households with over £10,000 in cash ISAs risk missing out as Andy Burnham's government cuts the tax-free limit to £12,000 from April, with older accounts paying just 1.94% interest.
Culture
Tamworth's Tamworth Tap crowned UK's best pub for 2026
The Tamworth Tap in Tamworth, Staffordshire, has been named the UK's best pub for 2026, beating 17 categories of winners across the nation.
Politics
DVLA considers tougher number plate rules in four key areas
The DVLA is examining four areas to strengthen number plate checks, including penalties, MOT tests, supplier screening and police equipment, after a consultation closed in May.
Sport
Health
Pensioners can get £400 boost even without Pension Credit
State pensioners unable to claim Pension Credit may still receive £400 monthly help with rent and council tax, says BBC Radio 4's Paul Lewis and charity Independent Age.
Diabetic drivers risk £1,000 DVLA fine over insulin rule
Drivers with insulin-treated diabetes risk a £1,000 fine if they fail to notify the DVLA, under Labour government rules. Bus, coach and lorry licence holders must stop driving immediately when starting insulin treatment.
HMRC repays 3.2m pensioners after tax error
HMRC is repaying around 3.2 million pensioners overpaid tax on state pensions due to a calculation error. Refunds total about £19.3 million, with automatic corrections from 2020/21 onwards.
Midlands Air Ambulance launches new training academy
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has launched The MAAC Academy, a new education hub offering first aid courses to advanced clinical training, unveiled at Birmingham's NEC.
Children's Book Sold at Aldi and TK Maxx Recalled
Make Believe Ideas Ltd recalls Groovy Baby 'I Spy a Fly' board book over choking hazard; refunds offered for affected ISBNs sold at Aldi and TK Maxx.
The Royal Family Quiz: Crowns & Castles
Test your knowledge of the British monarchy, from Buckingham Palace and the Crown Jewels to coronations and royal residences. How regal is your trivia?