Community
Birmingham Woman Charged with Attempted Murder Over Contaminated Medication
Emma Jane Williams, 40, from Erdington, has been charged with attempted murder after a teenage boy's medication was allegedly contaminated. She appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court.
Business
TGI Fridays Closes 16 UK Restaurants, Over 450 Jobs Lost in Administration
Family restaurant chain TGI Fridays shuts 16 UK outlets immediately after entering administration, with 456 redundancies. A rescue deal saves 33 sites. Read the full story.
Culture
BTS World Tour 2026-27: Full UK Dates, Ticket Details & How to Get Presale
BTS have announced their massive 2026-2027 World Tour, including two London dates. Get all the details on presale codes, ticket prices, and the full list of global concert dates here.
Politics
Justice Secretary blocks release of 'psychopath' hammer killer Reginald Wilson
Justice Secretary David Lammy intervenes to stop the parole of Reginald Wilson, who murdered a doctor in 1990. New information could keep the 'die in prison' inmate behind bars.
Sport
Health
£200 Cost of Living Payments for Disability Benefits
Portsmouth Council offers £150-£200 payments to low-income households struggling with bills. Check eligibility for DWP Household Support Fund before the January 2026 deadline.
UK Flood Alert: 26 Areas Told to Prepare Emergency Kit
The Met Office warns heavy rain could cause surface water flooding in 26 UK regions. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with torches, batteries, and power packs before Thursday.
Midlands Flood Alert: Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain
The Met Office warns of flooding risk across Herefordshire and Worcestershire from Thursday, January 15. Check your flood risk and prepare an emergency kit now.
Baby's Collapsed Lung Missed 15 Times by Doctors
A Staffordshire baby, Isla-Rae Burton, needs major surgery after doctors dismissed her symptoms 15 times. Her parents are now providing round-the-clock care. Read the full story.
26cm Snow Blizzard to Hit 11 English Counties This Week
A major snow blast is forecast to sweep across the UK on January 15-16, with up to 26cm predicted for Scotland and 11 English counties on alert. Get the latest weather maps and travel warnings.