Birmingham's Bullring and city centre were packed with bargain hunters on Monday, December 29th, as major stores launched their post-Christmas sales. See the scenes and check opening hours.
Halifax, Nationwide and Santander are allowing mortgage holders to switch deals months early without charges. Discover how to lock in lower rates and potentially save thousands.
Birmingham shoppers are outraged as Easter eggs hit supermarket shelves just days after Christmas, nearly 100 days early. Discover the debate and see the pictures.
HMRC warns UK households that accessing pensions early, even for 'trivial sums' over £30,000, is tax avoidance. You could face a 55% charge. Read the official advice now.
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer, yet a third of cases are undiagnosed. Learn the key signs that differ from normal forgetfulness and why early action is crucial for support.
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
Explore the evolution of Birmingham's festive shopping, from iconic department store queues to online bargains. Discover how local traditions have transformed in the digital age.
Co-op forecasts Prosecco sales will surpass milk on 24 December, with over 250,000 bottles stocked. Its award-winning fizz is now £6.50 for members. Read the festive retail surge.
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive payments early due to Christmas bank holidays. Experts warn to budget carefully for the longer gap until January.
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.
Thousands of UK households will see DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension land early due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
VF Corporation, owner of Vans and The North Face, axes nearly 100 UK jobs after a 10% sales drop. Turnover falls to £321.5m as consumers cut spending. Read the full financial analysis.
DWP confirms early payment dates for Universal Credit and other benefits due to bank holidays. Plan your finances as the next payment will be delayed.
MoneySavingExpert.com issues urgent warning over early December pay and DWP dates. Plan your budget to avoid a cash crunch in January. Read the essential advice.
A man was taken to hospital after a stabbing on Dudley High Street in the early hours of Sunday, December 21. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Thousands of UK state pensioners will receive an early £921 payment next week due to the Christmas holidays. Find out if you are affected and what the new weekly rate will be.
Amazon cuts prices on major PS5 and Xbox Series X games including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Battlefield 6. Secure last-minute Christmas gifts with guaranteed delivery by December 25.
The UK's biggest online travel agent has launched its January sale early, with major discounts on 2026 beach holidays, all-inclusive resorts and luxury stays. Secure your getaway now.
Millions of DWP claimants will see their benefit payments arrive early due to the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out the new payment dates and what to do if your money is late.
Jo Day, 50, was diagnosed with early-stage bowel cancer after spotting a key symptom. Having lost 15 loved ones to cancer, she now urges everyone to check their NHS screening eligibility.
The renowned York Waits perform a festive concert at St Peter's Church, Market Bosworth, on December 13. Discover medieval instruments and carols marking the church's 700th year. Book tickets now.
A man in his 30s was rushed to hospital after a serious assault outside a McDonald's in Nuneaton. Police have arrested a 38-year-old and seek a key witness cyclist. Read the latest.
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
Birmingham's Brindleyplace hosts a festive market on Dec 18 with local vendors like Early Bird Bakery and the Salvation Army Band. Discover food, gifts, and festive cheer.
Black Friday sales led to a slowdown in shop price rises across the UK high street in November, new data reveals. Discover how consumer deals impacted inflation.
New research reveals that changes in driving habits, tracked by GPS, can detect mild cognitive impairment with 87% accuracy. Learn how this could lead to safer roads and earlier interventions.
BBC journalist David Cowan urges early cancer checks after a small, painless lump on his jaw led to a successful HPV-linked mouth cancer treatment. Don't delay, get symptoms checked.
Don't miss the Medik8 Black Friday sale! Get 25% off bestselling serums and moisturisers, plus free gifts worth over £100. Limited time offer ends November 28.
Boots has slashed the price of Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straighteners by over 70% this Black Friday. Get this professional-grade styling tool for just £19.50 and achieve salon-perfect hair at home.
Discover a fashion writer's curated selection from the ASOS Black Friday sale with up to 70% off. Shop partywear, coats, trainers and more with an extra discount code.