Teen pleads guilty to manslaughter in Sheppey death
A 16-year-old boy pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of Alexander Cashford on the Isle of Sheppey. Two other teens deny murder charges. Read the latest court details.
A 16-year-old boy pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of Alexander Cashford on the Isle of Sheppey. Two other teens deny murder charges. Read the latest court details.
Jordan Herring tells Birmingham Crown Court his teenage girlfriend climbed from a fourth-floor window after a row. He denies attempted murder. The trial continues.
A mother told 999 her son had a knife and she feared for her life after his teenage girlfriend fell from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
An 18-year-old girl told a court her boyfriend threatened to kill her before she fell from a fourth-floor window in Solihull. The trial for attempted murder continues.
Hundreds mourn three teenagers and a taxi driver killed in a head-on crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses and warn against sharing footage.
The mother of a Solihull man accused of attempted murder told a court his teenage girlfriend 'jumped' from a fourth-floor window. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
Royal Mail starts a six-month trial of 24/7 parcel lockers outside Post Offices, aiming to boost convenience for UK households. Read the full details.
Bridge Builders Wellbeing launches monthly Parents' Wellbeing Gatherings in Nottingham, starting with a coffee morning on January 23. A supportive community for parents of pre-teens and teens.
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.
A man and woman from Rugby have pleaded not guilty to five new charges relating to the death of 13-month-old Isabella Stasiak. Their trial is set for October 2026.
The mother of 17-year-old Tamzin Hall says authorities 'desperately failed' her daughter, who died on the M5 after escaping a police vehicle while handcuffed. Read the full investigation details.
Emergency services are at Branston Water Park after a body was found. Police have been searching for missing 18-year-old Dylan from Wolverhampton for several weeks. Stay updated.
Maneer Khan denies murdering two men in a Wolverhampton shooting. He and a co-defendant have been remanded in custody ahead of a three-week trial starting in July.
Josh Baxter denies manslaughter after Michael Barron died at his flat. The court heard he ordered food and messaged others on Grindr after the incident. Trial continues.
The owner of Fairytales Day Nursery in Dudley will stand trial in April over the death of 14-month-old Noah Sibanda in 2022. A worker has already admitted manslaughter.
Amazon is giving away four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free to Prime members. The limited-time offer includes ad-free music, podcasts, and Audible audiobooks, but expires on January 9, 2026.
Two Birmingham drug dealers kicked a customer to death in a row over 'competition', a court heard. Craig Dean, 53, died from his injuries in July 2025. Read the full trial details.
The trial begins for two men accused of murdering Craig 'Yankee' Dean in Kings Heath. Follow the latest court updates from Birmingham Crown Court.
Peter Tomlinson, 82, a former Tiswas presenter and prostate cancer survivor, is drumming to raise another £1 million for Cancer Research UK after benefiting from a groundbreaking radiotherapy trial. Discover his inspiring story.
Three teenagers have been sentenced to a combined 13 years for a vicious stabbing attack on a 15-year-old boy in Alum Rock's Morris Park. The victim required life-saving surgery.
Amazon's limited-time New Year deal gives Prime members four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free, including ad-free music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Offer ends January 9.
Motoring experts warn Labour's plan to scrap jury trials for some driving offences is a 'significant change' that could disproportionately impact professional drivers. Learn the risks.
A UK-first trial will give 125 homeless people in London and Belfast £2,000 each with no spending rules. The study aims to see if direct cash improves long-term outcomes. #Homelessness #SocialPolicy
National Trading Standards warns of 'silent scams' draining millions via unwanted subscriptions. Learn how to spot them and protect your bank account.
A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a zombie knife attack near Upper Well Street, Coventry, in November. Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses.
A major UK trial is investigating if metformin, a cheap diabetes medication, can stop the growth of deadly abdominal aortic aneurysms, offering new hope to thousands of patients.
Three murderers in the West Midlands tried to cover up their crimes by staging their spouses' suicides. Discover how police uncovered the truth and secured justice for the victims.
Katie-Jo Bartlett, 19, from Newcastle, saw colours on her exam paper and had an unsteady gait. Initially dismissed as exam stress, she was later diagnosed with a brain tumour. Read her story.
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a 19-year-old man suffered an eye injury in an assault at the Slug and Lettuce bar in Bromsgrove on December 13. Officers have released an image of a person they wish to identify.
West Midlands Police urge the public to call 999 if they see 15-year-old Miriam, missing from Sheldon. She was last seen wearing a black puffer coat and leggings.