Official figures reveal NHS waiting lists have dropped to their lowest point in two years, with over 312,000 fewer patients waiting. Health Secretary Wes Streeting says 'change people can actually feel' is underway.
Birmingham City and Wolves are set for a transfer tussle for Basel's £6m-rated winger Philip Otele, with Celtic also keen. Get the latest on the West Midlands chase.
Birmingham City's promotion push is hampered by the absence of a physical target man, a key ingredient for successful Championship teams. Can they find the right striker this January?
Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin fuels fan theories he's been cast as Miles Morales in a live-action Spider-Verse film after posting intense stunt training videos. Discover the evidence.
Andy's Man Club and Persimmon Homes address the stark suicide rate in UK construction. A Hull event highlighted vital support for workers' mental wellbeing. Read more.
The body of Andrew Phillips, 66, missing since September, has been found in Stoke Prior. Police confirm his death is not suspicious. Read the latest update.
Police have recovered a body from the River Avon in Pershore, Worcestershire. The death is not being treated as suspicious. The family has been informed.
Two men were arrested in Small Heath, Birmingham, after police found a knife, knuckle duster, drugs and cash. The discovery followed a public tip-off about suspicious behaviour on Grove Cottage Road.
Bristol's Avon Group has strengthened its leadership with three senior appointments, aiming to expand its global reach and surpass £100m in sales for the first time in 2026.
Police are urgently searching for Barry Forrester, 45, missing from Evesham. He has a hand injury requiring medical attention. Call 999 with information.
World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall launches fundraiser after the death of 'beautiful' friend Pa O'Dwyer, the Irish strongman and mental health advocate, aged 41.
The strength world mourns five-time Ireland's Strongest Man winner Pa O'Dwyer, who has died at 40. Tributes pour in for the beloved athlete and mental health advocate.
Taylor Wimpey has submitted plans to build 120 homes, half affordable, on green belt land off Stratford Road in Shirley. The public consultation is open until January 27.
A 51-year-old man from Kettering died after getting into difficulty during a New Year's Day swim near Brighton Palace Pier. Emergency services were unable to save him.
Adam Carpenter, 35, from Sutton Coldfield, transformed his health by losing seven stone with Slimming World after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Discover his life-changing journey.
A rare £2 coin from 2011 featuring Tosha the Cat could fetch up to £300 from collectors. Experts urge households to check their change for this sought-after Isle of Man issue.
Netflix unveils the first trailer for 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy. The film features a star-studded cast and continues Tommy Shelby's story in WWII Birmingham. Read the full story.
Keith Gordon, one of Britain's most tattooed men, ends his 17-year ink journey as he's 'run out of space' and has 'been there, done it'. Discover his story.
The UK is projected to achieve its 28% Zero Emission Vehicle mandate for 2025, marking a major industry milestone. However, policy confusion risks slowing future adoption. Read the full analysis.
Mohammed Nadim, 45, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a vulnerable 16-year-old girl in a friend's BMW. He denied wrongdoing, claiming 'the girl was picked up by bredrin'.
Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has relocated his family to the Isle of Man following the UK's recent Budget. Discover the financial reasons behind the move and the reaction from the boxing world.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim confirms six absences for the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, including key defenders and AFCON departures. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Everything you need to know about comedian and TV star Alan Carr, from his Chatty Man fame to his Celebrity Traitors win and personal life updates. Discover his age, net worth and more.
Aston Villa host Manchester United aiming to end a dismal 30-year home record. With Villa on a club-record winning streak, can they finally conquer their bogey team? Read our full preview.
A 22-year-old man appears in court charged over a shooting in Smethwick that left a man seriously injured. Read the latest on the police investigation and charges.
After a decade of trying, Chris Woodgate from Leicester has won a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 cash in a dream car competition. Discover his emotional reaction and life-changing plans.
Dennis Lycett, 39, is behind bars for supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Tamworth. Police seized drugs and cash after a chase in Amington.
Owen Filer, 106, shops daily at Asda Cwmbran. Staff surprised him with a trolley of festive goodies to thank him for his incredible 24-year loyalty. Read this heartwarming Christmas story.
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to delay its net zero goal by 15 years, now aiming for 2050. The new target includes its entire supply chain.
West Midlands Police and Trading Standards seized 200 boxes of nitrous oxide canisters in Small Heath. The raid is part of Operation Target. Report crime anonymously on 0800 555 111.