Community
Crime at Birmingham's Digbeth Coach Station drops 63% after police crackdown
Police report a 63% reduction in crime at Digbeth Coach Station after a crackdown on aggressive begging, drugs, and abuse, with a 50% drop in police calls since June 2025.
Business
Aston Villa Chase £25m La Liga Midfielder Ilaix Moriba
Aston Villa are reportedly targeting Celta Vigo midfielder Ilaix Moriba for £25m to strengthen their squad for Champions League football next season.
Culture
M&S £20 Mesh Polka Dot Top Praised by Shoppers as Summer Must-Have
Marks & Spencer's £20 Mesh Polka Dot Fitted Top earns 4.7-star rating and compliments. Available in ivory mix (sizes 6-24) and brown mix (sizes 10-16).
Politics
State Pensioner Couples to Receive Extra £66.60 Monthly from July
State pensioner couples will get an extra £66.60 per month from July as Pension Credit increases, with joint weekly payments rising to £363.25.
Sport
Health
Boots Footcare: Tal Cream Review for Cracked Heels
Boots launched a new footcare range including Tal cream. Our review finds it effective for cracked heels, with visible results after a week of use.
Starmer Defends Universal Credit Boost Lifting 500,000 Children Out of Poverty
Sir Keir Starmer defends his government's decision to scrap the two-child benefit cap, lifting 500,000 children out of poverty with bumper Universal Credit payments.
Starmer Extends £150 Warm Home Discount to 6M Households
Six million UK households will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount under measures confirmed by outgoing PM Keir Starmer, doubling eligibility for Universal Credit claimants.
Skin Cancer Signs Beyond Moles Often Overlooked
Doctors urge public to watch for subtle skin cancer signs like pink patches, scaly areas, or non-healing sores, not just moles. Early detection is crucial as cases rise.
Mum has skull removed after doctor sends her home with paracetamol
Delores Bart, 56, suffered a catastrophic brain bleed after being sent home with paracetamol; now unable to speak or move right side, cared for by son Leon.
TV & Film Quiz: British Screen Classics
From EastEnders and Doctor Who to James Bond, Only Fools and Horses and Wallace and Gromit, test your knowledge of classic British television and cinema. Lights, camera, quiz!
