Community
Massive Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan Procession to Parade Through Birmingham and Sandwell
Thousands will join a vibrant Nagar Kirtan procession through Birmingham and Sandwell, celebrating Vaisakhi with music, charity, and visits to seven Sikh temples.
Business
Harrogate Hair Brand Cloud Nine Secures £19m HSBC Finance Facility
Yorkshire-based hair and beauty brand Cloud Nine has secured a major £19 million finance facility from HSBC, marking its largest funding transaction since its 2009 launch. The deal will support international growth and product innovation.
Culture
Summer Bandstand Concerts Return to Loughborough's Queen's Park
Charnwood Borough Council announces the return of free Sunday bandstand concerts at Queen's Park in Loughborough, featuring performances from May to October 2026.
Politics
Coventry Airport Site Gains Planning Permission for New Manufacturing Units
Warwick Council has granted planning permission for seven new manufacturing units and a battery facility at Coventry Airport, set to close permanently in June 2026, potentially creating thousands of jobs.
Sport
Health
Hope Against Cancer Names Paul Desborough as New CEO
Hope Against Cancer, Leicestershire and Rutland's cancer research charity, announces Paul Desborough as its new chief executive to lead an ambitious 10-year vision.
Lidl and Iceland Ads Banned Under New UK Food Rules
Supermarket advertisements from Lidl and Iceland have become the first to be prohibited under new UK regulations targeting less healthy food and drink marketing to combat childhood obesity.
Vapers Face Price Hike as New E-Liquid Tax Takes Effect
Millions of vapers across the UK are set to see costs rise significantly from October 2026 due to the new Vaping Products Duty, with e-liquid prices potentially doubling.
Garnier Self-Tan Mist Gives Hour-Long Sun-Kissed Glow
Garnier's Ambre Solaire Quick Drying Self Tan Body Mist offers a natural-looking tan in as little as an hour, enriched with hydrating ingredients for a healthy, streak-free finish.
Hospice Counsellor on Creating 'Moments That Matter' for Patients
A counsellor at Moya Cole Hospice explains how simple acts like remembering a favorite drink can anchor patients during life-limiting illnesses, urging donations to support holistic care services across Greater Manchester.
