Yellow Cold Health Alert for West Midlands as Snow Looms
A yellow cold health alert is active across the West Midlands until 5 January. Temperatures are set to plummet, with potential snow forecast. Experts urge checking on vulnerable neighbours.
A yellow cold health alert is active across the West Midlands until 5 January. Temperatures are set to plummet, with potential snow forecast. Experts urge checking on vulnerable neighbours.
An eight-day amber cold health alert is in force across northern England, warning of serious health risks for vulnerable people as temperatures plummet. Check on elderly neighbours.
The RAC has issued a vital six-point warning to help drivers avoid breakdowns in the cold. Follow the 'FORCES' checklist to stay safe on icy roads this winter.
Weather maps reveal a six-hour snow event targeting Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cumbria, West Yorkshire, and Cheshire on January 5. Get the latest UK snow forecast and prepare for a colder January.
Maps reveal the UK areas set for snow and -4C lows from January 7. See the full list of counties at risk and the latest forecast from the Met Office.
The UK is set for its first major blizzard of winter in early 2026, with a 742-mile snow band forecast to sweep from Plymouth to Scotland. Get the latest weather maps and forecasts.
Alison Galvani speaks out after her 81-year-old father is charged with murdering her mother Nancy in 1982. Case breakthrough after decades. Read the full story.
Unwanted sales calls and scam texts plague millions. Discover the simple, free, government-backed service that can stop them in under a minute. Learn how to register and fight back.
UK dog owners are urged to walk pets only between 11am and 3pm this winter. Avoid walks entirely if temperatures hit -4°C to prevent canine hypothermia. Read the vital advice.
Christmas Day 2025 is set to be bitterly cold with blizzards and snow forecast for East London, Essex, and Suffolk. Temperatures could plummet to -1C. Read the full Met Office forecast.
Warwickshire Police list the most inappropriate 999 calls of 2025, including a missing pineapple and an Emmerdale complaint. Learn when to call the emergency services.
A shocking 28% of UK residents live with damp, mould, or cold. Health experts reveal these conditions worsen asthma, heart issues, and mental health. Learn the risks and what action to take.
A major snow event is forecast to hit the UK in early January, with 13 English counties first in line. Maps show significant snowfall and temperatures plunging to -9C. Read the full forecast.
Tracey Mertens was doused in petrol and set alight on church steps in 1994. With her dying breaths, she gave police a description of her attackers, who remain at large. A £30,000 reward is still active.
The UK is on alert for a potential 'Russian snow bomb' bringing freezing temperatures and Christmas Day snowfall. Forecasters warn of a dramatic cold snap arriving from the east. Read the latest weather models and expert analysis.
A weather system from Russia could bring snow across all parts of the UK by the end of Christmas Day, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -9°C. Discover the latest forecasts and expert analysis.
Health experts link poor foot care to a weakened immune system during flu season. Discover seven essential tips to keep feet warm, dry, and healthy this winter.
Vulnerable households could receive a £25 Cold Weather Payment this month. Find out if you're eligible, how the DWP scheme works, and how to check your postcode.
Police launch murder investigation into 2000 death of Rhonda Anderson after new evidence emerges. Detectives appeal for information from the public.
An 86-year-old man is in custody after a forensic review into the 1993 shooting deaths of pensioners Harry and Megan Tooze at their Welsh farm. Police appeal for new information.
Human remains found in a Leicester woodland have been identified as Malgorzata Wnuczek, missing since 2006. A suspect has been identified, with international prosecution pending. Read the latest.
The DWP is distributing crucial winter payments, including Cold Weather and Winter Fuel Payments, worth up to £1,085. Check if you qualify for this vital financial support before Christmas.
Police confirm human remains discovered in Leicester scrubland are those of Malgorzata Wnuczek, missing for 19 years. Investigation remains open as family is informed.
Human remains discovered in Leicester scrubland have been formally identified as Malgorzata Wnuczek, who vanished in 2006. Police confirm the investigation remains open.
Vulnerable households could receive £25 payments this December if temperatures plummet. Find out if you're eligible for the DWP's Cold Weather Payment scheme.
After Shane Walsh drowned in the River Severn in 2017, his wife Kirsty champions water safety. She now volunteers with rescue teams to prevent similar tragedies and create a legacy for their children.
Driving expert Liam Barnes reveals six costly DVLA rule breaches for winter, from clearing number plates to removing coats. Avoid fines up to £1000 and penalty points.
Don't miss the final supermoon of 2025! The Cold Moon rises tonight, appearing bigger and brighter. Find out the best viewing times for Birmingham and the UK.
Over four million UK households will receive automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments from DWP to help with heating bills this winter. Find out if you qualify.
Sussex Police have identified Keith Dowbekin as the killer of Jennifer Kiely in 2005, using DNA from a cigarette butt. Read the full story of the two-decade investigation.