State pensioners to receive £575 extra next year
Millions of UK pensioners will see their state pension rise by £575 next year due to the triple lock. Find out how this above-inflation increase affects you and the debate it sparks.
Millions of UK pensioners will see their state pension rise by £575 next year due to the triple lock. Find out how this above-inflation increase affects you and the debate it sparks.
The Peaky Blinders film, 'The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy, gets March 2026 release dates for UK cinemas and Netflix. Full details here.
Discover the expert-approved plan to maximise your 2026 annual leave. By strategically booking around bank holidays, you can enjoy 63 days off using just 28 days of leave. Start planning your year of adventures now!
Slipknot co-founder Clown confirms the band's long-awaited 'lost' album, recorded in 2008, will finally be released in 2026. Discover the story behind the mysterious record with a 'Radiohead vibe'.
Ed Sheeran reveals plans for one last global tour before focusing on his daughters' school years and a potential Ipswich residency. Read the singer's family-first strategy.
All the latest reports on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's 2026 wedding plans, including the special date, potential Rhode Island venue, and bachelorette party ideas. Discover the details here.
Reports claim Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have secured a symbolic wedding date: Saturday, June 13, 2026. Discover the meaning behind the number 13 and the rumoured venue.
The Peaky Blinders film, 'The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy, hits cinemas 6 March 2026 and Netflix 20 March 2026. Get the full story on Tommy Shelby's WWII return.
Discover the 30 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham, as ranked by the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Explore the list and see which schools excel in reading, maths, and English.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 announces its next destination. Discover the Ipswich schedule, charity support, and how to get a festive drink and bauble.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
Disney confirms Camp Rock 3 for Summer 2026. The Jonas Brothers are back, but will Demi Lovato appear? Get all the latest plot details, cast news and updates here.
The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals Birmingham's best secondary schools, with state schools showing a remarkable 9.4 place surge. Discover the top performers.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the top secondary schools in the West Midlands for 2026. Discover which schools in Birmingham, Solihull, and Stratford made the prestigious lists.
Major European broadcasters boycott Eurovision 2026 after EBU confirms Israel's place. Discover which countries have withdrawn and why. Read the full story.
Several European broadcasters, including Ireland and Spain, will not participate in or broadcast Eurovision 2026 following the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete. Read the full story.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next weekend location in Ipswich. Find out where to catch the festive magic and enjoy a free drink.
Jet2 has withdrawn flights to Costa de Almeria and Split from its East Midlands Airport summer 2026 schedule. Affected customers are being offered full refunds.
Motorists face higher road tax from April 2026 as 13 VED bands increase due to inflation, with the highest band rising by £30. Find out how the changes affect you.
Pubs in England and Wales could stay open until 1am for the 2026 World Cup under a Labour proposal. The plan aims to boost trade and the economy during the tournament.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
easyJet announces a major new route from Liverpool to Naples for summer 2026, offering affordable travel to Italy's cultural heart. Book now for a direct link to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast.
The BBC has officially announced The Traitors series four will start on New Year's Day 2026. Claudia Winkleman returns to host the hit deception game with 22 new players.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
Lloyds Bank confirms 40 branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham's Harborne, citing a shift to digital banking. See the full list of affected locations.
Halifax announces 14 bank branch closures across the UK in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Birmingham's Bearwood branch among those shutting. Full list inside.
Tenants face higher rents in 2026 as new property income taxes threaten rental supply, Nationwide warns. Experts say landlords will pass on costs. Read the full analysis.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 confirms its next stop in Leeds this Wednesday, 3rd December. Find location details and times for this festive family spectacle.
Comedian Peter Kay has opened up about his lifelong battle with weight loss, sharing funny stories of failed diets and awkward gym encounters in a candid Radio 2 interview.