Community
Racist Attacker Armed with Stick Before Raping Sikh Woman in Walsall Home
John Ashby, 32, armed himself with a stick before violently raping a Sikh woman in her Walsall home while subjecting her to anti-Muslim abuse. He changed his plea to guilty after a courtroom outburst.
Business
North West Business Leadership Team Seeks New CEO as Emma Degg Steps Down
The North West Business Leadership Team has launched a search for a new chief executive officer after Emma Degg announced she will stand down in December 2026.
Culture
Dami Hope Reveals Timeline of Indiyah Polack Cheating Scandal on Podcast
Love Island star Dami Hope has opened up about the exact timeline of his split from Indiyah Polack after her cheating scandal with Marlon Garcia, explaining why he stayed silent initially.
Politics
Home Bargains Developer Wins Approval for 250+ Liverpool City Centre Homes
Davos Property Developments, the property arm of Home Bargains, secures planning permission for over 250 new homes on two stalled sites in Liverpool's city centre, including a 13-storey tower near the Baltic Triangle.
Transport
Sport
Health
Nurses Warned Against Baths Before Teen's Epilepsy Death
A coroner hears how specialist epilepsy nurses advised showers over baths for safety, and an admin error prevented medication dose increase before 13-year-old Kiara Ainsworth's tragic death.
State Pensioners May Get £344 Monthly Disability Boost
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pensioners with common disabilities like arthritis may qualify for an extra £344 monthly through Pension Credit's disability element.
Historic Smoking Ban for Generation Born After 2009
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has cleared Parliament, banning anyone born after January 1, 2009 from smoking. New powers will regulate vaping flavors, packaging, and restrict use in cars with children, playgrounds, and near schools and hospitals.
UK Bans Cigarette Sales for Anyone Born After 2008
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has cleared Parliament, imposing a lifelong ban on cigarette purchases for those born after 2008. The legislation aims to create a smoke-free generation and grants new powers to regulate tobacco and vaping products.
Urgent Recall of Blood Pressure Medication Ramipril
The MHRA has issued an urgent recall for a batch of Ramipril 10mg capsules due to potential mislabelling. Patients are advised to check packaging and contact pharmacies immediately if affected.
