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Yobs intimidate delivery rider in Sutton Coldfield; staff say it's daily
A group of school-age boys in Sutton Coldfield town centre allegedly shoplifted, intimidated staff, and attacked a delivery rider's bike outside Taco Bell, with staff calling it a daily occurrence.
Business
Fitbit App Rebrands to Google Health in 48 Hours, Google Fit to Sunset
Google is rebranding the Fitbit app to Google Health on May 19, with plans to sunset Google Fit later this year. Users express frustration over the changes.
Culture
Next's £32 Summer Dress with Bra-Friendly Straps Shoppers Love
Next's Sleeveless Textured Jersey Midi Summer Dress at £32 features bra-friendly straps, pockets, and no crease material, earning 4.8 stars from shoppers.
Politics
HMRC to Pay Child Benefit Early for May Bank Holiday
HMRC will pay Child Benefit three days early due to the Spring Bank Holiday. Payments of £179 for households with two or more children will arrive on May 22 instead of May 25.
Sport
Health
NS&I Urgent Warning Over 132,000 Blocked Emails
NS&I warns customers about cyber threats after blocking 132,126 emails in three years, including phishing and spam. Experts urge vigilance.
Birmingham Woman Dies After Allergic Reaction to Antibiotic
June Cartwright, 88, died at Good Hope Hospital after an allergic reaction to amoxicillin, despite a known penicillin intolerance. An inquest ruled the drug was reasonably administered.
DWP Changes PIP, ESA and Attendance Allowance Payments May 22
The DWP is changing payment dates for PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance due to the May bank holiday. Affected claimants will receive payments on May 22.
DWP Cuts Universal Credit Health Payments by Half
New DWP rules cut Universal Credit health payments to £217.26/month for new claimants, half the previous rate of £429.80. Existing claimants with severe conditions retain full amount.
Woman to Have Both Legs Amputated After They Bent Backwards
Megan Dixon, 21, from Cambridgeshire, is set to have both legs amputated after they bent upwards at a 45-degree angle, causing unbearable pain for eight years.
