Boots has slashed 30% off the Adidas Vibes Energy Drive Eau de Parfum, now just £14. Shoppers, from construction workers to young lads, are stunned by its 'masculine' and 'refreshing' scent. Discover the perfect, affordable Christmas gift.
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Shoppers can slash their grocery bills by learning to read a hidden six-digit code on Tesco Clubcard Price tags. Discover how to spot when discounts are about to end.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
The new Cotswolds Designer Outlet near the M5 celebrates its first Christmas with festive markets, big discounts, and family activities. Find all your gifts under twinkling lights.
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
Tesco has slashed the price of a 1-litre bottle of Baileys to just £10 for Clubcard holders. The offer ends in 72 hours, with rival supermarkets also running festive deals.
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Aldi offers a complete Christmas dinner for eight people for just £1.48 per person. The budget-friendly festive feast includes turkey, trimmings, and gravy. Enter their Advent Giveaway for a chance to win your shop back.
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
A two-week strike at a key frozen food storage facility in Lincolnshire threatens to disrupt turkey supplies for Christmas. Find out how the pay dispute could impact your festive dinner.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Birmingham's Brindleyplace hosts a festive market on Dec 18 with local vendors like Early Bird Bakery and the Salvation Army Band. Discover food, gifts, and festive cheer.
Smyths Toys warns parents its click & collect uses clear bags, risking Christmas surprises. Plus, expert tips for the best 2025 festive food shop dates.
Aldi is covering the cost of Christmas food shops for lucky customers. Enter the daily prize draw for a chance to win a voucher worth up to £100. Find out how to claim.
Waitrose shoppers have until the end of Tuesday to save a third on selected festive food and drink, including panettone and stollen. Act now before the deal expires.
State pensioners can claim over £2,500 in freebies and discounts this December, from free prescriptions to help with energy bills. Check your eligibility now.
Lego's Black Friday sale offers massive discounts up to £72 on retiring McLaren F1, Star Wars, and advent calendar sets. Limited time offers available now.
A VIP day at Birmingham's Good Food Show Winter became truly special thanks to a touching moment from TV chef James Martin. Discover what made the event unforgettable.
UK pet owners are dashing to the shops less thanks to hassle-free subscription services that deliver food automatically. Discover how predictable feeding routines reduce stress.
Don't miss the Medik8 Black Friday sale! Get 25% off bestselling serums and moisturisers, plus free gifts worth over £100. Limited time offer ends November 28.
Birmingham's Original Patty Men restaurant reveals how they gained millions of social media views and became a city institution. Discover their journey from street food to permanent home.
Discover a fashion writer's curated selection from the ASOS Black Friday sale with up to 70% off. Shop partywear, coats, trainers and more with an extra discount code.
Black Friday sees unprecedented discounts on Oral-B iO electric toothbrushes, with prices dropping up to 71% according to price trackers. Limited stock available.
Amazon's Black Friday deal sees the latest Apple AirPods 4 discounted to just £99. Shoppers praise the comfort, sound quality and seamless connectivity. Grab this 'worth every penny' gift now!