Community
DWP Freezes Over-80s Pension Top-Up Despite 4.8% Rise for Other Retirees
The Department for Work and Pensions is freezing the 25p additional payment for over-80s pensioners while implementing a 4.8% increase for other state pension categories and the Christmas Bonus.
Business
Birmingham Unemployment Crisis: 'Crisis Levels' in Perry Barr and Ladywood
Birmingham councillors warn of 'crisis levels' of unemployment in Perry Barr and Ladywood despite billions in regeneration investment. Inquiry finds residents not benefiting from new jobs.
Culture
BBC Radio 2 Terminates Scott Mills Over Personal Conduct Issues
BBC Radio 2 has dismissed popular presenter Scott Mills due to personal conduct, ending his breakfast show contract in a sudden move confirmed by Director of Music Lorna Clarke.
Politics
Bullying Allegations Rock Council Over Druids Heath Regeneration Plans
Birmingham City Council faces serious bullying allegations from an independent councillor regarding controversial Druids Heath regeneration plans, with two planning officers resigning amid community tensions.
Sport
Health
Endometriosis Diagnosis Delays Show Racial Disparities in UK
A new report reveals women of colour wait 11 years on average for endometriosis diagnosis, highlighting systemic biases in healthcare. Charities call for urgent government action to address inequalities.
Supermarkets Recall Sandwich Filler Over Meningitis Risk
Gilbert's Turkey Breast Pastrami sold at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, and Waitrose is urgently recalled due to Listeria contamination that can cause meningitis.
Seventh British Tourist Dies in Cape Verde After Illness
A man in his 50s has died after falling ill at a five-star resort in Cape Verde, becoming the seventh British tourist to die from gastric illness in the country since 2023. Over 1,700 tourists have reported illness.
Measles Rash Forces Contraceptive Change, Results in Pregnancy
A West Midlands woman contracted measles despite vaccination, developing a severe rash that required removal of her contraceptive patch, leading to an unplanned pregnancy and the birth of her son.
Family's Heartbreak After Son Dies in Hospital Biopsy Error
A Wolverhampton couple lost their three-year-old son after a trainee doctor accidentally pierced his artery during a routine biopsy at Birmingham Children's Hospital. The hospital trust has admitted liability and issued an apology.
