Community
Ryan Bridge Arrested in London After Hit-and-Run Crash Injures Pedestrian
Ryan Bridge, co-founder of Raise the Colours, was arrested in London after a hit-and-run crash in Stirchley. A man in his 30s was seriously injured. Bridge denies involvement.
Business
Plan to Replace DWP State Pension Triple Lock with New System
A think tank proposes replacing the state pension triple lock with a new system, claiming it could save £38bn by 2045. Critics warn it may increase pensioner poverty.
Culture
Mystery of Jewellery Quarter Bouquets Solved by Florist Duo
Sherrie Phelps and Joanne Yardley of Lily Jones Flowers have been leaving free bouquets around the Jewellery Quarter for nearly a decade to boost positivity and support Mental Health Awareness Week.
Politics
Former Walsall Mayor Keith Sears dies days after local elections
Keith Sears, former Walsall councillor and Mayor, passed away just a week after standing for re-election in the May 2026 local elections.
Transport
Sport
Health
Veteran Sanctuary Opens in Gosport
A new wellbeing sanctuary in Gosport offers free, non-clinical support sessions for veterans and their families, including service animals, every Monday.
95p-a-Day Capsule Helps IBS Sufferer Control Bloating
A man with IBS says Gut Wealth Daily Capsules have transformed his life, allowing him to eat out without fear. The 95p-a-day supplement reduces bloating and improves regularity.
Blue Badges Widened: 55,000 More Qualify with Anxiety or ADHD
Blue Badge permits for hidden disabilities like anxiety and ADHD have tripled, with 55,000 issued last year. Critics call for tighter checks amid abuse concerns.
DWP Reassures Claimants Over Benefit Suspensions
The DWP clarifies that bank account checks under new fraud crackdown won't automatically suspend Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or ESA payments, ensuring fair process.
UK Pesto Recall: Allergy Warning Issued for Filippo Berio
Filippo Berio recalls Hot Chilli Pesto due to undeclared fish, posing a serious health risk to those with seafood allergies. Sold at Morrisons and Ocado.
