Community
Candlelighters Celebrates 50 Years with 'Pick Your 50' Fundraising Challenge
Candlelighters, a Yorkshire charity supporting children with cancer, launches a 'Pick Your 50' challenge for its 50th anniversary. Supporters can run, bake, or walk to raise funds.
Business
Moxy Marriott Hotel Planned for £25m Hull City Centre Development
Revised plans for a £25m Moxy Marriott hotel in Hull city centre have been submitted. The seven-storey, 122-bedroom hotel will be built near the restored Castle Buildings and Earl de Grey pub.
Culture
Brazen Thief Steals Artwork from Sutton Coldfield Wall, Caught on Bus
A man was arrested after being caught on video stealing a goldfinch painting from a wall in Sutton Coldfield. He removed the artwork and boarded a bus, but police quickly intervened.
Politics
Winter Fuel Payment: Pensioners Over £35k Can Opt Out to Avoid Tax
Pensioners with income over £35,000 can opt out of the Winter Fuel Payment to avoid tax clawback. Learn about thresholds, opt-out deadlines, and repayment rules.
Sport
Health
Pensioners born before 1960 urged to reject DWP bonus
State pensioners born before 1960 are being urged to refuse Winter Fuel Allowance payments to avoid tax clawback, with HMRC reclaiming the bonus from those earning over £35,000.
DWP Sends £458 Attendance Allowance to Pensioners in May
The DWP has increased Attendance Allowance to £458 per month for state pensioners with disabilities, including arthritis. Age UK offers application tips to help claimants.
Sikh Woman Raped by Man Who Mistook Her for Muslim
A Sikh woman who came to the UK for a better life was raped by a stranger who mistook her for Muslim. She bravely faced her attacker in court as he was jailed for life.
Film in Memory of Birmingham Student Dan Collins
James Mason's short film 'You Alright Mate' honors Dan Collins, a 22-year-old student who died by suicide. The film urges men to check on friends.
Boy Hit by Car Near Netherton Primary School
A young boy was taken to hospital after being hit by a car near Netherton CE Primary School on Friday morning. His injuries are not believed to be serious.
