30-Year Hunt for Killers of Mum Burned Alive
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.
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.
Planning a festive trip to Wetherspoons? Here are the essential rules on dogs, dress code, vaping, and under-18s you must follow across the Christmas period.
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Shoppers are rushing to buy Next's versatile £32 satin midi skirt, available in eight colours. Fans say they 'can't wait to wear it' on Christmas Day for the perfect festive look.
Home Bargains announces a three-day Christmas closure for all UK stores and early Christmas Eve hours, giving staff extended festive break. Find out the key dates.
Weather maps turn purple as snow is forecast for parts of Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire from New Year's Eve. Get the latest Midlands weather news.
Fresh weather maps warn a 'snow bomb' could hit the UK, bringing up to six inches of snow by December 31st. Scotland, the Midlands and the North are most at risk. Read the latest forecast.
Plan your festive post! Royal Mail confirms delivery and collection dates for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day 2025. Find out when services stop and restart.
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
The popular M&S Velvet Mini Skater Dress, priced at just £26, is back in stock for the festive season. Shoppers have been refreshing pages for weeks to secure this versatile party piece.
Discover Dunelm's range of unique Christmas Eve stockings, priced from £10 to £20. Shoppers praise the 'delightful' and 'well-made' festive essentials. Find your perfect stocking today!
Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10 are set for a second Netflix documentary series after the success of 'The Next Act'. Discover their rapid rise and fan reaction.
Simon Cowell's new boy band, December 10, break their silence on working with the music mogul, revealing a humble mentor far from his TV persona. Discover their story.
Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, formed via Netflix, release their debut music video covering NSYNC's 'Bye Bye Bye'. Discover the band members and their journey.
Shoppers are buying multiple pairs of Next's Lift Slim and Shape jeans, praising the 'amazing fit' and 'very slimming' effect. Discover why this £48 style is a festive favourite.
Next's £65 heeled ankle boots are hailed as 'so, so comfy' by shoppers, scoring 4.8 stars. Available in four colours, they feature a 5.5cm heel and are part of the Forever Comfort® range. Discover the season's must-have footwear.
Next's cosy knitted midi dress, priced at £42, is a winter style hit. With a loose midriff and gold buttons, it's designed to conceal lumps and bumps while keeping you warm.
Shoppers hail Next's £35 Sparkle Ruched Column Midi Dress as 'perfect' for festive nights out. Discover the affordable, show-stopping look in bronze or brown.
Discover Next's 'beautiful' velvet sequin jacket, hailed as the perfect party outfit addition. Priced at £55, it's available in sizes 6-26. Find alternatives from Tesco and New Look.
Shoppers are raving about Next's twin-pack of fine knit jumpers, priced at just £13 each. The versatile set in mink and black is perfect for dressing up or down. Discover the affordable style steal.
Snag the perfect Christmas party look for less. River Island's chic high-neck mesh midi dress is now just £16.75 - a stunning £25 saving on the original price.
Shoppers are raving about Next's cosy £42 knitted midi dress, calling it the 'colour of the season'. With gold buttons and a machine-washable wool blend, it's a stylish winter staple. Discover why it's a hit.
Marks & Spencer's new 'cloud-yarn' ribbed mini dress is praised as the perfect, non-itchy winter staple. Discover why shoppers say it's ideal for snowy weather.
Shoppers are rushing to buy Next's £46 satin twist-front midi dress, calling it the ideal Christmas party outfit. Available in three colours and sizes 4-26.
Shoppers are raving about Next's set of three fine knit cardigans for just £31.50. The versatile pack, praised for quality and fit, is a winter wardrobe essential. Discover the deal and alternatives from M&S.
Fashion fans are raving about Next's Jersey Denim Wide Leg Trousers, calling them 'flattering' and 'super comfortable'. Priced at just £29, they come in four styles and sizes 6-24. Shop now.
Midlands Langar Seva Society serves a three-course festive meal to hundreds of vulnerable people at Birmingham New Street Station on December 24. DJ, carols and Santa add magic.
Shoppers are raving about Next's matching family Christmas pyjamas featuring a Highland cow design. Priced at £26, the sets are available for all the family, including pets.
Discover Next's bestselling Coatigan Bomber Jacket, praised as 'stylish' and 'perfect for this time of year'. Get this cosy, versatile layer in burgundy or grey for just £42.
Shoppers hail Next's £38 Square Neck Flippy Mini Sequin Dress as 'eye-catching' and 'very flattering'. Discover the perfect, affordable party outfit for the festive season.