Reggie Yates shares tumour battle and hand surgery
BBC presenter Reggie Yates opens up about a tumour surgery and fearing he'd lose his hand in 2025. Read his emotional story and recovery journey.
BBC presenter Reggie Yates opens up about a tumour surgery and fearing he'd lose his hand in 2025. Read his emotional story and recovery journey.
Glasgow City Council will launch an 18-month trial of a 'People First Zone' in early 2026, restricting private vehicles to prioritise pedestrians. Share your views in the consultation.
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar calls for an external audit, alleging the council planned to close Ladies Walk Centre. Council leader Patrick Harley denies the claims. Read the full story.
Marks & Spencer has responded to calls for a town centre comeback, stating it has 'no plans' to return to Sutton Coldfield. Discover why and what's next for the Gracechurch Centre.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
A 100-year-old bakery faces closure by Morrisons, putting 115 jobs at risk. The Wakefield site survived a 2024 restructure but continues to operate at a loss. Read the full story.
Essex County Council invites residents to share views on the new Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2029. Consultation focuses on jobs, housing, and community health. Have your say by February 3.
Merlin has closed its Birmingham attractions, Sea Life Centre and Cadbury World, on Friday 9 January 2026 for safety as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and travel chaos.
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
A new Neko Health clinic offering 360-degree body scans is launching in Birmingham. Founded by Spotify's CEO, it screens for health risks instantly. Here's what you need to know.
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 Jan 2026 for a crane lift. Key National Express bus routes diverted. Full diversion details here.
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 January for a crane lift. National Express West Midlands services 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 52, 74, 101, 126, X8 & X10 diverted. Full diversion details here.
Over 40 million people daily use ChatGPT for medical advice, with 5% of all interactions now health-related. UK AI experts warn this self-diagnosis trend poses serious risks to public health.
A new preventative health clinic, co-founded by Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, opens in Birmingham. The £299 full-body scan has over 100,000 people on its waiting list. Discover what it offers.
Marks & Spencer confirms the closure of its Kirkgate store in Wakefield city centre in 2026, part of a national shift in retail strategy. Read the local reaction and what it means for the high street.
Anthony Trubridge, 28, from Maesteg, transformed his mental health through Ultra White Collar Boxing, raising funds for Movember. Read his inspiring journey from rock bottom to the ring.
River Island will shut its Gracechurch Centre branch in Sutton Coldfield on January 18. All stock is now on sale. Discover the new retailers set to move into the area in 2026.
A major UK study is sending finger-prick test kits to 150,000 Leeds households to screen children for lead exposure. Led by Northumbria University, it aims to transform national monitoring.
The A38M Aston Expressway is closed in both directions between Park Circus and Dartmouth Circus. National Highways warns drivers to allow extra time for journeys.
Struggling with sleep? A therapist shares four practical, science-backed methods to improve sleep quality, enhance your circadian rhythm, and protect your physical and mental health. Start sleeping better tonight.
The Best Ever Brownie Company and Barn Café have shut their last branch for good due to financial pressures and founder health issues. Read the full story.
A Slough volunteer group, Living in Harmony, provides free holistic support for managing long-term conditions. Join their community sessions focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Call 07846312831 for details.
New ONS data shows Nottingham has one of the UK's lowest life expectancy rates, with a stark North-South divide. Discover the figures and what they mean for the city.
Lengthy NHS delays are pushing more Brits towards private diagnostic scans from providers like Scan.com, with prices starting at £300. Discover how people are taking control of their health.
Cardzone launches a 50% off closing down sale as its Didcot Shopping Centre branch prepares to shut for good on January 10, 2026. Get the details.
Furious shoppers were trapped in gridlocked car parks at the Trafford Centre for over two hours. Read about the traffic hell that caused major delays and a public safety outcry.
Shoppers faced 'gridlock hell' at the Trafford Centre as car park chaos left them stuck for hours. One woman had to direct traffic. Read the full story of the post-Christmas sales nightmare.
A collision has forced the closure of A459 Dudley Street in Sedgley, Dudley, in both directions. Drivers are warned of significant congestion. Avoid the area.
A major Black Country route is shut in both directions following a collision on Dudley Street in Sedgley. Drivers are warned to expect significant delays.
The Morris Centre pool at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital will shut indefinitely due to major building repairs. The closure impacts NHS staff, veterans, and community groups.