From viral memes to sparking national conversations, 2025 delivered major TV moments. We review the year's biggest shows, including Severance, The White Lotus, and the final series of Stranger Things. Discover what made them unmissable.
Newly-released documents detail how the White House aimed to prevent a photo of Bill Clinton shaking Gerry Adams' hand during his historic 1995 Belfast visit. Discover the diplomatic manoeuvres.
A Warwickshire village is being 'destroyed' by HS2 construction, with a refugee saying the noise is louder than Kyiv bombs. The primary school is shrinking as families move away. Read the full story.
Discover Clent, a serene Worcestershire village just 10 miles from Birmingham. Offering stunning Clent Hills walks, panoramic views, and a cosy food scene, it's the perfect 2026 getaway.
Explore Kinver, a charming Staffordshire village less than an hour from Birmingham. Discover the famous Rock Houses, Kinver Edge, and fun canal activities. Plan your visit today!
Water Orton Primary School is set to reduce its yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils by 2027. Local MP Rachel Taylor blames HS2 disruption for families leaving the area. Read the full story.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
The UK faces a severe -2C snow storm over Christmas, with three counties bearing the brunt. Met Office warns of a 7C temperature drop. Read the latest forecast and travel warnings.
The Met Office confirms an Arctic blast will freeze the UK for Christmas, but significant snow is likely only on northern hills. Stay updated on the festive forecast.
Nestle's Milky Bar Crunch, reminiscent of the axed White Chocolate Crunch, has been found in B&M and The Range. Fans hail its return as shoppers rush to find the £2.99 treat.
The Met Office forecasts snow for parts of England on Christmas Day, potentially triggering the first widespread White Christmas since 1981. Get the full festive weather update.
Forecasters warn of potential snow flurries hitting 12 major cities across England, Scotland, and Wales. Bookies slash odds for a White Christmas as conditions change. Get the latest update.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.
The Met Office has detailed which parts of England could see snow on Christmas Day 2025. Get the full forecast and see if your county is on the list.
Bournemouth's festive sea dip is moving to the east side of Boscombe Pier this Christmas Day for safety. Hundreds will plunge for Macmillan Caring Locally. Book now!
Bebington comedian Ben Turner is a finalist for One Liner Comedian of the Year. Help him bring the trophy to Wirral by voting before the end of December.
Traditional UK folklore suggests the weather on Christmas Day can predict Easter's conditions, often in reverse. Discover the old sayings linking festive forecasts to spring weather and crop yields.
Discover Lowsonford, a quaint Warwickshire village with lovely canal walks, leading to a pub with a festive scent and award-winning pies. Perfect for a festive day out.
A severe Russian blizzard could blanket the UK in snow on Christmas Day, with temperatures plunging to -9°C. Get the latest Met Office and Netweather forecasts for a potential white Christmas.
The Met Office warns of a 'very unusual' white Christmas event as a 'snow bomb' hits the UK. Could this be the first widespread festive snowfall since 2010? Read the full forecast.
Discover a perfect countryside escape just an hour from Birmingham. This writer's weekend in a Worcestershire hamlet and the Cotswolds offers idyllic walks, cosy shops, and delicious food.
A 15-hour 'snow bomb' is forecast to hit 16 UK counties from Christmas Eve, disrupting travel. Get the latest on affected areas and how to prepare.
Planning permission granted for 185 apartments in Salford's Adelphi Village, part of the £2.5bn Crescent masterplan. Discover the future-proofed, sustainable community taking shape.
A weather system from Russia could bring snow across all parts of the UK by the end of Christmas Day, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -9°C. Discover the latest forecasts and expert analysis.
The UK faces a potential 'snow bomb' and its first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Met Office forecasts wintry showers and a significant cold snap. Read the full forecast details.
The UK faces a 15-hour snow event targeting 16 counties, including Birmingham and London, potentially disrupting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day travel. Get the latest forecast details.
Staff and students at Solihull Sixth Form College have raised more than £17,000 in 2025, supporting causes from West Africa to local health charities. Discover their incredible fundraising journey.
Will Birmingham see snow on Christmas Day? Bookies give 6/1 odds as the Met Office forecasts colder, drier weather. Get the full festive forecast here.
The Met Office forecasts potential snow showers in the east next week, raising hopes for the UK's first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Read the latest weather warnings and expert analysis.
Weather maps predict a five-day snow event hitting the UK from December 27, with temperatures plunging to -6C. East Anglia, the Midlands and the North East are at risk.