Lord's Taverners Wales' annual Christmas Lunches raised a record £43,000 for youth cricket and disability sports. Over 540 guests attended the Cardiff events, funding vital programmes across Wales.
Challenge yourself with this week's Sunday Quiz, featuring questions on food, drink, animals, and nature. Plus, find the answers to last week's general knowledge and cryptic puzzles.
The Met Office has expanded its yellow weather warning for snow and ice to include Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Stoke. The alert runs from 3pm Sunday to noon Monday, with up to 8cm possible. Travel disruption is expected.
The Met Office forecasts snow flurries for Birmingham this Sunday evening, with temperatures set to plummet below freezing. Find out the exact timing and how to prepare for the icy conditions.
Shoppers hail Marks & Spencer's new £40 Brushed Mini Wrap Skirt with Wool as the ultimate versatile piece, perfect for dressing up or down. Discover this 'soft and comfy' wardrobe staple.
EDF Energy launches its 'Sunday Saver' challenge, offering customers free electricity on four Sundays. Sign up by 4th January to cut your bills.
Data reveals the first Sunday of the year is the busiest for selling unwanted presents. Get expert tips to declutter and turn your unused items into cash.
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
King Charles III smiled and waved at well-wishers after the Sunday service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, joined by other members of the Royal Family. Read the full story.
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on iconic 1970s events, music, and politics, plus a bonus round on the Swinging Sixties. How many can you get right?
Families faced festive misery as The White Horse in Balsall Common closed unexpectedly on Christmas Day due to major technical issues. Boss apologises and promises refunds.
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Birmingham's Kitts Green has transformed from an Ofsted 'requires improvement' rating to being ranked among Britain's top 10 primary schools. Discover the school's 'secret to success'.
Shoppers praise Next's £38 sequin dress for its flattering fit and festive sparkle, ideal for New Year's Eve. Discover the top-rated partywear options from Next and M&S for 2026.
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
Discover Next's Champagne Gold Metallic Super Wide Trousers, the £42 high-fashion alternative to a dress for New Year's Eve. Shoppers are raving and buying all three colours. Find out why.
TikTok chef Nathan Anthony shares his quick air fryer recipe for honey and mustard halloumi wrapped in bacon, a festive twist on pigs in blankets. Ready in just 13 minutes.
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on food and drink, animals, and general knowledge. Includes answers from December 20. Can you beat the quiz?
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
Marks & Spencer's popular metallic draped mini dress, designed by Casey Dillon, is back in stock for £50. Shoppers praise its glamorous fit for Christmas parties. Get it before it sells out again.
The historic Cotswold town of Malmesbury, England's oldest borough, has been celebrated in The Sunday Times' prestigious 'Best Places to Live 2025' guide. Discover its charm and community spirit.
Shoppers are rushing to buy Next's versatile £32 satin midi skirt, available in eight colours. Fans say they 'can't wait to wear it' on Christmas Day for the perfect festive look.
EDF is giving customers with smart meters eight hours of free electricity on Christmas Day. Sign up for the Sunday Saver challenge by 24 December to claim this festive offer and save on bills.
We tested stuffing mixes from seven major UK supermarkets against the classic Paxo. See which offers the best flavour, texture, and value for your Sunday roast.
Roman's festive Emerald Sparkly Star Longline Jumper is reduced to £28. Use code SNUG for 20% off, making it £22. Shoppers praise its style and comfort for Christmas Day.
The popular M&S Velvet Mini Skater Dress, priced at just £26, is back in stock for the festive season. Shoppers have been refreshing pages for weeks to secure this versatile party piece.
King Charles hosted the Royal Family's annual Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, but four senior members were notably absent from the festive gathering. Discover who missed the event and why.
Four West Midlands state primary schools have been ranked among the nation's top 100 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list.
The Warwickshire village of Ilmington has been crowned the best place to live in the Midlands for 2025 by The Sunday Times. Discover why this Cotswolds gem is thriving.