Community
Gunshots Reported Outside Smethwick Banqueting Suite After Early Morning Disturbance
West Midlands Police are investigating after reports of gunshots fired outside a banqueting suite in Smethwick. A woman was hospitalized with a head injury and two men were arrested on suspicion of affray.
Business
Virgin Media Offers Free Easter TV Upgrade and £250 Bill Credits
Virgin Media is providing a free Ultra HD TV channel with films, concerts, and documentaries over Easter, plus up to £250 in bill credits for new customers switching by April 1.
Culture
Spring Fashion Deals: Berghaus Fleece & Mountain Warehouse Jackets on Sale
Discover discounts on spring essentials like the Berghaus Women's Prism Fleece, now £68 with code, and Mountain Warehouse jackets from £49.99. Perfect for layering in unpredictable weather.
Politics
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie to Miss Royal Easter Service Amid Family Scrutiny
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will not attend the royal family's Easter service at Windsor, with sources confirming they made alternative arrangements with the King's understanding.
Sport
Health
Birmingham A&E Waiting Times Soar to Over 6.5 Hours
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports A&E waiting times increased to 407 minutes in January, with performance targets missed as winter demand pressures emergency departments.
Alison Hammond Boxing Skills After 11-Stone Weight Loss
This Morning star Alison Hammond shares her intense boxing workout on Instagram, highlighting her five-year transformation and balanced approach to fitness and diet.
Birmingham Man's 'Flush Fiction' Book Aids Cancer Patients
Liam Kerry, diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, wrote 100-word stories for bathroom reading to uplift others. His book, published posthumously, raises funds for Bowel Cancer UK.
DWP Criticized for PIP Eligibility Including ODD Condition
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed 178 conditions qualify for Personal Independence Payments, but inclusion of Oppositional Defiant Disorder has sparked controversy among commentators.
Turkey Pastrami Recalled Over Listeria Contamination Fears
Gilbert's Turkey Breast Pastrami sold in Tesco, Morrisons, and Asda is recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes, posing risks of food poisoning and meningitis. Customers are urged to check fridges and return affected products for a refund.
