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West Midlands Film Boom Set to Spread Beyond Digbeth

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker reveals investor interest in new Black Country film studios, building on Digbeth's success with Peaky Blinders and the BBC. Discover the region's growing screen industry.

Man fights for life after Willenhall shooting

A man is in a critical condition after being shot on Wordsworth Road in Willenhall. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident that occurred hours before Christmas Eve.

Newport tech consultancy creating 50 new jobs

Fast-growing Newport tech consultancy de Novo Solutions announces plans to create 50 new roles by 2030, expanding its graduate apprenticeship scheme and boosting the Welsh economy.

Russia's UK 'Strike List' Map Targets 23 Towns

A high-ranking Russian official has shared a map of 23 UK industrial and military sites, including Derby and Telford, deemed potential targets. Explore the full list and the geopolitical tensions behind the threat.

Two charged after Dudley cannabis farm raid

Two men have been charged after police discovered a cannabis grow in Dudley. Officers used dogs and drones in the raid on Littleworth Avenue. Read the full details.

Atom Bank opens new Newcastle HQ with 600 jobs

Digital challenger bank Atom officially opens its multimillion-pound headquarters in Newcastle's historic Pattern Shop, marking a major investment in the North East's fintech sector. Read more.

Filtronic wins £7m European defence contract

County Durham's Filtronic announces a £7m order for high-performance components, boosting its position in the defence sector. The deal is expected to be worth £11m over two years.

UK Bank Scam Warning After £1 Million Stolen

A sophisticated bank account scam is sweeping the UK, with fraudsters stealing tens of thousands of pounds. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money from this urgent threat.

Amazon's Veeqo opens new global HQ in Swansea

Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.

Police Appeal After Smethwick Shop Robbery

West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a shop on Hales Lane, Smethwick. Two men, one armed with a knife, stole items before fleeing. Call 101 with info.

Wales Summit Delivers £16bn Investment and Thousands of Jobs

First Minister Eluned Morgan hails the Wales Investment Summit as a major economic catalyst, securing £16bn in projects from AI data centres to carbon capture. Discover how Wales is positioning itself as a global tech and green energy leader.

Machete attack at Merry Hill shopping centre

A 17-year-old boy was chased and stabbed at the Merry Hill shopping centre on Black Friday. Centre management reassures shoppers as police make an arrest. Witnesses urged to come forward.

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