UK Supermarkets Face Backlash Over Facial Recognition Use
Major UK retailers including Sainsbury's and B&M face criticism for using Facewatch, a facial recognition system branded 'dangerous' by privacy campaigners. Read the full story.
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Wetherspoons Christmas openings in West Midlands
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
UK Christmas Weather: Frost, Fog and Chilly Winds Forecast
The Met Office forecasts a cold, frosty Christmas for the UK with temperatures dropping. Find out the detailed forecast for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, including Birmingham's outlook.
Boxing Day 2025 Opening Times for West Midlands Shopping
Plan your Boxing Day 2025 shopping in the West Midlands. See opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, The Fort, Resorts World and more. Check which major stores are closed.
Wetherspoon's Christmas Day Opening: Full West Midlands List
JD Wetherspoon confirms 683 pubs open on Christmas Day 2025, including many across Birmingham and the West Midlands. See the full local list and festive menu details here.
Gail's Bakery opens 10 stores on Christmas Day
Gail's Bakery confirms 10 London stores will open on 25 December, offering free mince pies. Find locations and hours for Christmas Eve, Day, and Boxing Day.
Birmingham Hosts 100th British Junior Open Squash Event
Birmingham prepares to host the centenary British Junior Open squash event in January 2026, featuring over 700 junior players from 50+ nations. Discover the local stars and historic exhibition match.
Gail's Bakery: 10 shops open on Christmas Day
Gail's Bakery confirms 10 London branches will stay open on Christmas Day, offering free mince pies. Check the full list of festive opening hours here.
UK Supermarket Opening Hours for Boxing Day 2025
Plan your Boxing Day shopping with our guide to UK supermarket opening hours. Find out which major retailers are open and which are giving staff a break.
15-Hour Snow Bomb to Hit UK Over Christmas
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.
Great North Swim 2026: Entries Now Open
The Great North Swim returns to Lake Windermere in June 2026. Join 7,500+ swimmers in the UK's premier open water event. Distances from 250m to 10k. Secure your place now.
Cranberry Sauce Most Forgotten Christmas Item in UK
New research reveals festive forgetfulness is a national issue, with cranberry sauce topping the list. Iceland supermarkets have launched giant in-store reminders to save Christmas dinners.
New £241 weekly state pension for post-1951 retirees
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.
Mince Pie Taste Test: Supermarkets vs Mr Kipling
We taste-tested mince pies from seven major UK supermarkets against Mr Kipling. Discover which budget buy beat the famous brand and which one was overpriced.
Boxing Day 2025: Full List of UK Shop Closures
Plan your post-Christmas shopping. Aldi, M&S, Home Bargains and more confirm Boxing Day closures. Check the full list of affected retailers and their festive hours.
Check Hidden Fruit Codes at Tesco, Asda, Morrisons
Tesco, Asda and Morrisons customers are being urged to learn a hidden three-digit code on fruit and veg to reduce food waste. Find out how to read the labels.
Fresh Bid for West Midlands to London Rail Link
Plans for a new Wrexham to London Euston rail service are back, featuring extra stops. The revised bid promises improved regional connectivity and economic growth.
Martin Lewis: Wait for December Christmas veg deals
Money expert Martin Lewis urges shoppers to delay Christmas food shopping for supermarket price wars starting December 7, with veg as low as 8p. Act now to save.
Warning over price of non-alcoholic drinks in UK
UK households are warned as 'fake spirits' and no-alcohol beers are found to cost more than their alcoholic counterparts, widening health inequalities. Discover the full findings.
Warning over winter lettuce and asparagus carbon footprint
Expert Mike Berners-Lee warns UK households to avoid out-of-season produce like lettuce and asparagus this winter to reduce carbon emissions. Go seasonal for a greener diet.
Next's £10 top shoppers 'love so much' in 7 colours
Discover Next's affordable Open Neck Vest, a versatile cotton-rich top for just £10-£12. Loved for its flattering fit and seven colours, it's perfect for office or night out.
Hotline Solves Black Friday Delivery Chaos
YOVOY launches a delivery booking hotline to help UK retailers manage peak season shipping from 26th Nov to 10th Dec 2025. No account needed. Call 0121 293 0205.
Fibonacci Day 2025: Celebrating Nature's Secret Code
Discover why Fibonacci Day on 23 November celebrates the mathematical sequence found in sunflowers, art, and music. Explore the Golden Ratio's impact from Da Vinci to modern culture.
Prince's Drummer Jellybean Johnson Dies at 69
Garry 'Jellybean' Johnson, founding member of Prince's band The Time, has died aged 69. Discover his legacy in the Minneapolis Sound movement.
Four-Day Week Future in Doubt as Minister Intervenes
Labour Minister Steve Reed questions a council's four-day week trial, citing performance declines. Over 100 business leaders defend the shorter week, sparking a major national debate.
Birmingham Council Sells Former Nursery at Auction
Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.
Handsworth's Forgotten Nursery for Sale at Auction
A former community nursery in Handsworth, left with toys and collapsed roofs, is set for auction. Birmingham City Council hopes to raise funds from the December 10 sale.
Stepping Hill Hospital Honours Long-Serving Staff & Volunteers
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
Aldi Shuts All Stores for 62 Hours at Christmas
Aldi announces Christmas 2025 opening times with all 1,000 UK stores closed for 62 hours. Plan your festive shopping now to avoid disappointment.
MP reveals rape ordeal in emotional Commons speech
Labour MP Josh Newbury bravely shares his sexual assault experience from a decade ago during International Men's Day debate, calling for an end to victim stigma.
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