Vet's Christmas warning on dogs and children
Veterinary expert Dave Martin urges UK families to teach kids about dog behaviour and provide pets a safe space during busy festive gatherings to prevent aggression.
Veterinary expert Dave Martin urges UK families to teach kids about dog behaviour and provide pets a safe space during busy festive gatherings to prevent aggression.
The UK Foreign Office has issued 'do not travel' warnings for 55 countries in 2026, voiding travel insurance. Discover the full list and essential safety advice for British tourists.
The UK Foreign Office has warned against travel to 55 countries and regions for 2026. Travellers risk invalidating their insurance by visiting these destinations. Check the full list before you book.
The AA warns drivers to double-check key security as relay thefts surge. Use Faraday pouches and steering locks to protect your vehicle this winter. Act now to stay insured.
Motorists are urged to avoid late-night driving as new analysis reveals the most dangerous hours on UK roads. Expert advice on staying safe this festive season.
A TikTok creator advises using newspaper or a towel to prevent frost on windscreens, a cheap and eco-friendly alternative to idling your engine. Save money and protect your health.
UK drivers issued urgent safety advice as snowstorm approaches. Experts warn of insurance claim rejections and fines for negligent driving in ice and snow. Read the essential rules.
UK dog owners are urged to walk pets only between 11am and 3pm this winter. Avoid walks entirely if temperatures hit -4°C to prevent canine hypothermia. Read the vital advice.
Personal finance experts warn UK holidaymakers to use credit cards for bookings. Get Section 75 protection and spread costs interest-free. Act now to safeguard your 2026 trip.
A mother shares her harrowing experience with the severe 'super flu', detailing five debilitating symptoms. The NHS reports an 'unprecedented flu wave' with record hospitalisations. Learn the symptoms and NHS advice.
Warwickshire Police list the most inappropriate 999 calls of 2025, including a missing pineapple and an Emmerdale complaint. Learn when to call the emergency services.
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Top chefs settle the tin foil debate for roasting turkey. Discover their timing secrets for perfectly moist meat with golden, crispy skin this Christmas.
Veterinary experts warn a persistent fishy odour from your dog could indicate painful anal gland problems. Learn the signs, risks, and how to prevent serious complications.
Chorley-based Perspective Financial Group expands with its 17th acquisition of 2025, adding £400m in assets and 27 staff from Gloucestershire's Prosser Knowles. Discover the strategic growth.
Flu cases in UK hospitals have reached a record high of 3,140, putting the NHS under severe strain. Health chiefs warn the service is 'not out of the woods' amid ongoing junior doctor strikes.
The NHS warns millions to avoid grapefruit with common drugs like statins and blood pressure pills. Mixing them can cause dangerous side effects. Check your medication now.
Money expert Martin Lewis shared three little-known Amazon sections and a vital price-checking tool to help UK shoppers save up to 50% on purchases. Discover his savvy advice.
Struggling for a thoughtful last-minute Christmas gift? Discover Manuka Doctor's premium Manuka honey and Better Sleep Gift Set, a luxurious wellness solution priced under £29. Perfect for busy minds.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting apologises for disruption as UK-wide doctor strike starts. The 5-day walkout, rejected by 83% of BMA members, runs until December 22.
UK couples urged to talk finances to prevent strain. Experts reveal pitfalls of joint accounts and key tips, including the missed Marriage Tax Allowance. Read more.
Consumer group Which? reveals how washing clothes at 20°C instead of 40°C can cut energy use by 62%, saving UK households up to £40 annually. Learn the simple switch to reduce costs.
A Birmingham GP highlights lesser-known lung cancer symptoms, urging awareness as the disease claims 35,000 UK lives yearly. Learn the signs and when to see a doctor.
Tesco advises shoppers to freeze butter to extend its life and save money. With prices rising, this simple hack can reduce food waste and help household budgets.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces charges including assault of children under 13. The alleged offences occurred at two Midlands NHS hospitals. Read the full details.
A Birmingham doctor is set to appear in court charged with dozens of alleged sexual assaults against patients. West Midlands Police confirm dedicated helplines are open.
The NHS warns that looking pale, especially with other symptoms, could be a sign of acute myeloid leukaemia. Learn the key signs and when to seek urgent medical advice.
A former Birmingham doctor faces 45 charges, including sexual assault of a child, linked to his work at two NHS hospitals. Dedicated helplines are now open for concerned patients.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces 45 charges including sexual assault of a child under 13. The ex-doctor is accused of offences against 38 patients between 2017 and 2021.
Motorists are urged to pull over immediately if a key dashboard warning light appears. Ignoring it risks severe engine damage and a repair bill averaging £662 for a head gasket.