Major UK Retailers Announce 2025 Store Closures
New Look and Poundland confirm a fresh wave of UK store closures for 2025, driven by rising costs and a shift online. Hundreds of jobs are at risk.
New Look and Poundland confirm a fresh wave of UK store closures for 2025, driven by rising costs and a shift online. Hundreds of jobs are at risk.
Poundland, WH Smith, and Pizza Hut among major brands shutting shops in a tough year for UK retail. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the crisis.
A look back at the beloved celebrities and public figures who died in 2025, including music legend Ozzy Osbourne. Read our full tribute to their lasting legacies.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
River Island, Poundland, Cancer Research and Trespass are among the major UK chains closing stores in 2026. See the full list of locations affected and the reasons behind the retail shake-up.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued multiple product recalls in December 2025, affecting items from beauty products to home goods. Check the list to see if you own any affected items.
The beloved NORAD Santa Tracker is live for Christmas Eve 2025. Use the interactive tool to follow Father Christmas's global journey, see when he'll reach England, and discover the heartwarming story behind this festive tradition.
Shoppers are stunned as Tesco and Poundland stock Easter products just days before Christmas Day 2025. Discover the public reaction and why supermarkets are selling festive goods four months early.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK business confidence rose 10 points in 2025, with construction leading the surge. A positive sign for economic growth heading into 2026.
Advanced weather maps predict heavy snow across the UK on December 30, with up to four inches in the Midlands. Millions brace for travel disruption as temperatures plummet.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
A nine-hour snow event is forecast for eastern England on December 27, with Greater London at risk. Discover the 16 counties set to escape the worst of the wintry weather.
Maps reveal 18 English counties, including Birmingham and London, will face 12 hours of snow from December 27. Get the full forecast and county list here.
Weather maps reveal the precise hour a snow storm will sweep across the UK from the East on December 27, with up to 3cm set to settle in the south-east. Find out when it hits your area.
Discover everything about Danny, the 16-year-old singer from Chorley who won a spot in Simon Cowell's new Netflix boy band December 10. Learn his story and where to follow him.
Everything you need to know about Cruz from Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, including his age, hometown, musical theatre background and Instagram. Discover the rising star.
Discover everything about Nicolas, the 16-year-old singer in Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10, from his Lisbon roots to his Harry Styles comparisons and rocky audition. Read the full story now.
Get the facts on Cruz, the 19-year-old star from Uxbridge in Simon Cowell's new Netflix boyband December 10. Discover his musical theatre roots and Instagram.
Find out the exact time Emily in Paris Season 5 drops on Netflix globally on December 18th. Will this be the final season? All the details here.
Weather maps turn white as the UK faces blizzards and a -4C freeze. Discover which areas, including Birmingham, are set for snow on December 28. Stay informed and prepare for icy conditions.
Police are increasingly concerned for Elizabeth, 16, missing from Birmingham since December 9. She was last seen wearing grey joggers and a black puffer jacket. Call 999 with info.
Discover everything about Josh, the 17-year-old fan favourite from Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10. Learn his age, hometown, and how he became a star.
Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10 are set for a second Netflix documentary series after the success of 'The Next Act'. Discover their rapid rise and fan reaction.
OpenTable data reveals the 10 busiest restaurants in Birmingham and the West Midlands for festive bookings in December 2025. Discover where locals are dining this Christmas.
Fresh weather maps show a 'snow bomb' is set to hit eight counties across northern England on December 21. Find out the latest forecast and travel warnings.
Weather maps predict snowfall as far south as Birmingham and Swansea this weekend, with the Met Office warning of 'rather wintry' conditions. Get the latest forecast details.
The UK braces for up to 5.9 inches of snow hitting 12 counties across Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland this Friday. Get the full forecast and county list here.
Simon Cowell's new boy band, December 10, break their silence on working with the music mogul, revealing a humble mentor far from his TV persona. Discover their story.
UK households can claim special cost of living payments up to £140 in December via the Household Support Fund. Eligibility and amounts vary by local council. Find out if you qualify.