Next's £29 wide leg jeans hailed by shoppers
Fashion fans are rushing to buy Next's 'amazing' wide leg jeans for under £30. Customers say they 'get so many compliments' and 'live in them'. Discover the styles and reviews.
Fashion fans are rushing to buy Next's 'amazing' wide leg jeans for under £30. Customers say they 'get so many compliments' and 'live in them'. Discover the styles and reviews.
Naming experts forecast the top baby names for 2026, led by Jude and Sienna. Discover the vintage revivals, celebrity picks, and cultural influences set to dominate.
Green Chef reveals its 2026 wellness predictions, from sweetcorn ice cream to mood-boosting foods. Discover the flavours set to dominate the UK culinary scene.
Pilates studios are opening across Birmingham's suburbs, bucking the trend of high street closures. Experts cite demand for community and wellness experiences as key drivers. Discover the local success story.
Experts forecast a major shift in kitchen design for 2026, with soft whites, earthy greens and warm browns replacing cool greys. Discover the new nature-inspired palette for a calming home hub.
Discover the five key travel trends for 2026, from chasing solar eclipses to solo adventures. Get inspired to beat the January blues and plan your next meaningful getaway.
New data reveals UK cars are expanding in size, leading to 'carspreading'. Experts warn of safety risks, higher emissions, and parking permit changes. Read the full report.
A new Waitrose report reveals a fundamental shift in UK eating habits, with 57% of customers choosing snacks over traditional meals. Discover the drivers behind this change, from GLP-1 drugs to demand for 'natural indulgence'.
The definitive list of the UK's most popular baby boy names for 2025 is out. See which names are rising, which are falling, and which classic holds the top spot.
The most popular baby girl names for 2025 are out, featuring a 'normcore' revival, the 'Taylor Swift effect,' and surprising new entries. Discover the full list and trends.
Lloyds Bank reveals the UK's top property hotspots and coldspots for 2025. Discover where prices rose fastest, like Plymouth, and fell most, including Solihull. Get expert insights for your next move.
Explore the style secrets of Netflix's Emily in Paris Season 5. See how Emily, Mindy, and Camille's iconic looks influence real-world retail and spark fashion debates.
Explore the evolution of Birmingham's festive shopping, from iconic department store queues to online bargains. Discover how local traditions have transformed in the digital age.
Explore the iconic toys that defined UK Christmases from the 1950s to the 2000s. From timeless classics like Lego to digital crazes like Tamagotchi, discover the playthings that made festive magic.
Amazon has unveiled the UK's most devoured Kindle books of 2025, with spicy romances and fantasy epics topping the list. All bestsellers are now heavily discounted. Discover the titles that captivated British readers.
Ordnance Survey reveals the UK's most Christmassy street names, with Noel topping the list. Discover which festive roads and counties are celebrating all year round.
The festive period is a crucial economic stress test, with UK retail sales forecast to hit £91bn. Discover how Christmas spending impacts jobs, businesses, and high streets across the nation.
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.
River Island will close 33 UK stores by January's end as part of a restructuring plan to save its retail business. See the full list of affected locations.
Next confirms a huge change, closing all its UK shops on Boxing Day. Discover which major retailers are closing and which will open for festive sales.
City of Wolverhampton Council approves Lidl's plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and replace it with a modern supermarket, increasing parking and jobs.
New data reveals Birmingham streets with the most fines for Blue Badge misuse. Over 20,000 penalties issued since 2022, impacting disabled parking access. Read the full report.
Plans to replace the 'outdated' Lidl in Bilston with a modern supermarket have been approved. The redevelopment will increase parking and improve the High Street entrance.
A man and a woman were rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Longbridge High Street. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
A man and a woman have been taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital following a two-car collision outside Marks & Spencer on Longbridge High Street. Get the latest updates on this breaking news story.
New data reveals the Nissan Juke as Britain's most desired car in 2025, with small SUVs dominating lease sales. Discover the top models and colour trends shaping the UK's automotive market.
Police appeal for witnesses after a car and motorbike collision on High Street, Wordsley, leaves a man with potentially serious injuries. Call 101 with information.
Wirral Council revisits plans for 22 new car park charges, sparking fears from Bromborough businesses who warn it could be 'another nail in the coffin' for the village high street.
Dozens of UK bank branches are set to close in early 2025, impacting NatWest, Santander, Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers. See the full list of affected locations.
Walsall's once-thriving high street now has over 40 vacant units, with locals describing a 'dying ghost town'. Discover the impact on community and business.