Community
Seven Seriously Injured in Derby Car Incident, Man Arrested on Attempted Murder
A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after seven pedestrians were seriously injured when hit by a car in Derby's Friar Gate area on Saturday night.
Business
Royal Mail Stamp Prices to Rise to £1.80 in April, Martin Lewis Advises Bulk Buying
Royal Mail is increasing first-class stamp prices to £1.80 from April 7. Money saving expert Martin Lewis urges regular users to stock up now to avoid the hike.
Culture
Sidemen Headline DreamHack Day Two at NEC Birmingham Gaming Festival
The Sidemen, including Miniminter, Zerkaa, and TBJZL, took center stage at DreamHack's second day in Birmingham, marking the UK debut of this major gaming festival with creator experiences and esports.
Politics
DWP Accelerates Attendance Allowance Claims, Pensioners to Receive £218 Annual Increase
The Department for Work and Pensions is streamlining Attendance Allowance processing, aiming to clear 90% of new claims within 30 days. Pensioners will see payments rise from April, with some receiving an extra £218.40 per year.
Sport
Health
21 NHS Conditions Eligible for DWP PIP Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions has revealed the most common health conditions for PIP claims, with psychiatric disorders leading at 37% of 3.7 million recipients nationwide.
Former Birmingham Social Club Engulfed in Overnight Blaze
Firefighters spent seven hours battling a major blaze at the derelict Ladywood Social Club in Birmingham, with no injuries reported but significant disruption to the area.
Weekly Horoscope: Venus in Taurus, Full Moon in Libra
This week's astrological forecast reveals Venus entering Taurus, encouraging comfort and luxury, while the Full Moon in Libra brings relationship issues to light. Each zodiac sign receives specific guidance on love, career, and personal growth.
High Pollen Alert for Midlands as Weather Warms Up
The Met Office warns of high pollen levels across the West Midlands next week, with ash and birch pollen posing risks for hay fever sufferers during warmer spells.
Six Fire Crews Battle Overnight Blaze in Birmingham
West Midlands Fire Service deployed six crews to tackle a building fire near Ladywood Middleway overnight, urging residents to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
