Grandad dies after alleged pub punch in Leicestershire
David Darke died days after an alleged attack outside The Crown Inn. Leicestershire Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the family's tribute.
David Darke died days after an alleged attack outside The Crown Inn. Leicestershire Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the family's tribute.
Wolves paid a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota before the season. Read how the club and fans honoured the late star ahead of the Premier League fixture against Liverpool.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton condemns a surge in 'blatant racism' amplified by social media, urging action against hate speech and divisive flag campaigns.
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
Lisa Murray-Lang, 49, honoured her late hamster Spud with a £1 Birmingham billboard and a £3.5k trip to scatter his ashes in Hawaii. See the touching story.
The music world mourns Chris Rea, who died aged 74. Bob Mortimer and Middlesbrough FC lead tributes to the 'Driving Home for Christmas' singer. Read more.
Lisa Murray-Lang honoured her late hamster Spud by displaying his photo on a giant Birmingham billboard after travelling with his ashes to Hawaii and Europe. See the touching tribute.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Virgin Media O2 employees have spread festive cheer by donating over 450 presents to Action for Children centres across the UK through the Giving Trees initiative. Discover how they're making a difference.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
Lloyds Bank warns of a surge in social media scams, with customers losing an average of £436. Ticket and driving test frauds are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Eight TV channels, including MTV music stations and Pop kids' networks, are disappearing from Sky and Virgin Media. Find out the full list and what it means for viewers.
Experts warn common Bluetooth gadgets like Alexa can cripple your home Wi-Fi. Discover the simple fix to boost your broadband speed today.
Wolves will hold a minute's silence for former academy star Ethan McLeod, who died in an M1 crash aged 21. Tributes pour in for the talented Macclesfield FC forward.
Daisy House, a 16-year-old Sixth Form student, has died after being found injured on tracks at Loughton Underground station. Her family pays tribute.
Amazon's Guinness Nitrosurge Device, discounted to £20, lets you pour pub-quality pints at home. A perfect last-minute Christmas gift for stout lovers, with delivery before December 25.
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
Haroon Zaman, 23, impersonated victims and hijacked their accounts to promote a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme, conning over £124,000. Read the full details of the SEROCU investigation.
The family of Tomasz, 47, pay heartfelt tribute after he died in a collision on the M6 northbound. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
New research reveals majority public satisfaction with BBC News quality and trust, despite facing criticism and a lawsuit from Donald Trump. Explore the full findings and expert analysis.
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Virgin Media O2 has moved its Manchester customer hub to a new city centre office, doubling job applications. The firm confirms hybrid working is permanent. Read more.
A grieving widower details his three-month struggle to transfer his late wife's Virgin Media account, facing repeated calls and paying double. Read his full story.
Dudley Council faces a 300% rise in adult safeguarding cases, deploys drones against off-road bikes, and sparks a £10k spending row. Explore this week's key developments.
Attendees at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 on 6 December are advised that filming and photography will take place for promotional use by Global and event sponsors. Learn how to opt out.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto, offering festive joy to Birmingham families facing cost-of-living pressures.
Netflix agrees a monumental $72bn (£54bn) deal to acquire Warner Bros, with HBO included. The deal, pending regulatory approval until 2027, signals a seismic shift in the entertainment industry. Read the full analysis.