10 Serene West Midlands Villages for 2026
Discover ten tranquil West Midlands villages perfect for retirement or a slower pace of life in 2026. Explore historic pubs, scenic walks, and unique heritage.
Discover ten tranquil West Midlands villages perfect for retirement or a slower pace of life in 2026. Explore historic pubs, scenic walks, and unique heritage.
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
Nadiya Bekar, 53, admits career and partying meant she 'forgot' to start a family. She shares her story of festive loneliness and the response from women who feel the same.
The Strictly Come Dancing results have leaked early again, revealing a semi-final elimination that has left fans reeling. Discover the full reaction and leaderboard details here.
Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse delivered a brutal on-air retort to pro dancer Neil Jones after he interrupted her critique. Fans praised her for 'teaching him manners'. Read the full fiery exchange.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are worried about a 'voting hack' as the final five compete in Musicals Week. Fans claim multiple accounts are being used, potentially changing the elimination outcome.
Walsall in the West Midlands has been ranked the fifth least happy place in the UK in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover the full list and local reaction.
A major police operation across the West Midlands has led to 80 arrests and the recovery of 23 blades. Officers conducted hundreds of stop searches and weapon sweeps to tackle serious youth violence.
A little-known timing strategy for claiming Universal Credit can align payments with your payday, simplifying budgeting. Learn the trick and expert advice on managing the five-week wait.
Strictly Come Dancing's quarter finals air later tonight at 6.50pm on BBC One for Musicals Week. Get the schedule, results show time, and latest leaderboard.
Ed Sheeran reveals plans for one last global tour before focusing on his daughters' school years and a potential Ipswich residency. Read the singer's family-first strategy.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
Santander is offering customers £100 cashback to take out a new life insurance policy. The offer comes as Nationwide announces significant mortgage rate cuts.
McFly's Tom Fletcher will perform with Paddington Bear on Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Discover the full line-up of special guests and the quarter-final dance relay details.
Stacey Solomon reveals her dramatic brunette transformation, feeling 'like a whole new woman', but husband Joe Swash hasn't said a word. Discover her reaction and fan responses.
Former Loose Women star Andrea McLean tearfully reveals how a near-fatal health battle led her to sell everything and start a new life in Spain with her husband. Read her emotional story.
Join Lauren Eddie in remembering her nannie through North Devon Hospice's Light Up a Life appeal. Dedicate a star, attend a free concert on Dec 18, and support vital hospice care.
A Mercedes driver deliberately ploughed into students outside a Birmingham nightclub, a court hears. One victim suffered catastrophic injuries. Read the full trial details.
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
DWP minister Stephen Timms has ruled out a state pension-level income for terminally ill people under 66, but outlined existing fast-track benefit support. Learn about the Special Rules for End of Life.
Sue Ryder invites Leeds to a 'Celebrate a Life' event on Dec 7. Find a supportive space for grief during Grief Awareness Week. Dedicate, reflect, and connect.
The NHS marks Grief Awareness Week, urging the public to be kind and seek support. Discover the symptoms of grief and where to find help during this difficult season.
Yorkshire Air Ambulance's inaugural 'Flat Cap and Feathers Ball' raised £52,649, a vital boost for its life-saving service. Discover how the community came together in Leeds to mark the charity's 25th year.
McDonald's UK customers report a shortage of bottled water for Happy Meals, sparking anger. The chain confirms a temporary supply issue, offering tap water as an alternative. Read the full story.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is being paid automatically to eligible claimants, including those on PIP, DLA and ESA. Find out if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
The Met Office issues an amber weather warning for heavy rain across the UK, forecasting a month's rainfall in 24 hours and a potential 'danger to life'. Stay informed on flood alerts and safety advice.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
Strictly Come Dancing confirms a brand new high-stakes challenge for the Musicals Week quarter-final after the Instant Dance's success. Find out what's next for the five remaining couples!
Millions of benefit claimants in the UK will receive a £10 Christmas bonus from the DWP. Find out if you are eligible and when to expect the payment.