Swimmers from St Helens, Prescot, and across the North West delivered a medal-laden weekend at the Trafford Metro meet, while Masters athletes triumphed at the European Short Course Championships in Poland.
Discover 16 stunning National Trust winter walks around Birmingham and the Midlands, complete with cosy cafes for tea and cake. Many routes are dog-friendly and accessible.
Agy Górzyńska, an eight-time British champion, credits her success to a unique fried chicken liver breakfast. Discover the diet that fuels her strength.
Petra Varga of Wirral Metro clinched gold in the 200m Individual Medley with a personal best at the Swim England Winter Championships in Sheffield. Discover all the local medal winners and standout performances from a thrilling weekend of swimming.
Discover the remarkable life of Dame Mary Berry, from her iconic TV career and £18.6m net worth to her family's joys and tragedies. Get all the facts about the UK's favourite baker.
Aidan Leverage, 20, from Leicester, is taking on two 2,000m races at the British Indoor Rowing Championships to fundraise for Epilepsy Action, aiming to shatter stigma around the condition.
Badminton star Viktor Axelsen discusses his recovery from injury and his motivation to win a third YONEX All England title in Birmingham in March 2026. Get your tickets now.
Two Birmingham stores, Candy and Liquor and Morrisons Daily, have been celebrated at the 2025 Local Retail Champions awards for their outstanding community work. Discover their inspiring stories.
UK expats face a fivefold increase in voluntary National Insurance payments, rising from £182 to £923 annually from April 2026, impacting state pension claims.
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
UK households, especially unpaid carers, are urged to claim a little-known DWP benefit that could add £342 annually to their state pension. Check your eligibility now.
Coughton Court, the historic Tudor estate, transitions from National Trust to Historic Houses. The Throckmorton family resumes management in 2026. Plan your visit!
The White House was placed on lockdown after two National Guard soldiers were shot in Washington DC. A suspect is in custody. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' £2,000 salary sacrifice cap in the Autumn Budget could force thousands of employers to scrap pension schemes and halt hiring. Experts warn of a £4.7bn raid on retirement savings.
National Timber Group, the UK's largest independent timber distributor, enters administration with 561 redundancies and 13 site closures. Administrators launch urgent sale process.
Discover Leicester's two new tree trails in Aylestone Hall Gardens and Knighton Park. Download free guides to explore native and exotic species during National Tree Week.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms 4.8% state pension rise for 2026/27, honouring Triple Lock pledge. Full breakdown of six key pension and savings changes affecting retirees across the UK.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 NI payments for pensioners overseas, requiring 10 years UK residency. Discover the impact on your state pension.
Workers earning over £50,270 could lose hundreds due to Labour's new pension contribution cap. Discover how the Autumn Budget affects your retirement savings.
A leaked OBR document reveals Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget plans, including tax threshold freezes and new levies. Discover the full impact on your finances.
Lincolnshire's Danny Melville crowned Referee of the Year at 2025 England Squash Awards. Discover his journey from local tournaments to international competitions and his ambitions to reach the top.
Mobico, owner of National Express, announces job cuts and lower profit forecasts. Shares initially fell 14% as the firm tackles UK coach competition and falling bus passenger numbers.
Plan your journeys as National Highways announces overnight closures on the M6, M5, and M42 this week for essential maintenance. Check the full schedule here.
Two men were taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle collision on the M54 involving an HGV that breached the central reservation. Discover the latest traffic updates.
Millions of UK workers receive a pay boost as the National Living Wage increases to £12.71. Find out how this change affects you and your finances.
The M54 westbound remains closed between J2 and J3 following a serious multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services responded to the incident near Shropshire.
Celebrate National Cookie Day in Birmingham! Download the Insomnia Cookies app on December 4 for a free classic cookie and discover exclusive deals.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to outline the Autumn Budget, with financial experts warning of potential rises in VAT, Income Tax, and National Insurance. Get the latest updates.
UK small business owners warn Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could make operating 'untenable' with fears of tax hikes and red tape. Read their urgent concerns.
The National Trust is set to take over Ironbridge Gorge museums in 2026 with a £9m government grant, securing this UNESCO World Heritage site's future. Discover the birthplace of industry.