Predator jailed for life after 30 years of abuse
Rodney Johnston, 67, has been jailed for life for forcing a woman into decades of sexual abuse. The victim, who was made to have sex with up to 1,000 men, told the court she is now finally free.
Rodney Johnston, 67, has been jailed for life for forcing a woman into decades of sexual abuse. The victim, who was made to have sex with up to 1,000 men, told the court she is now finally free.
Liam Hanlon of The Forshaw Group joins Tri-4-Life to climb Mount Aconcagua, raising vital funds for the volunteer-run Southport Lifeboat. Donate now to support the rescue service.
Santander bank is offering customers up to £150 cashback for taking out a life insurance policy. The offer, provided via Aviva, aims to help families secure financial protection.
Merlin has closed its Birmingham attractions, Sea Life Centre and Cadbury World, on Friday 9 January 2026 for safety as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and travel chaos.
The Met Office has issued a maximum red weather warning for parts of the UK, with Storm Goretti's 100mph winds posing a 'danger to life'. Residents told to stay indoors.
Cancer Research UK's Race for Life events return to Leicestershire & Rutland in 2026. Sign up in January for 30% off entry. Join the fight against cancer.
St Clare Hospice's festive fundraising campaign has exceeded its £75,000 goal, funding a year of overnight care for families in West Essex and East Herts. Discover how this vital service makes a difference.
Barbara Smith shares her positive journey managing COPD through free courses at the Being You Centre, part of Moya Cole Hospice. Discover holistic support for life-limiting illnesses.
1st Loughborough Scout Group needs volunteers to support Beavers, Cubs & Scouts. Flexible roles, no experience required. Help shape young lives in your community.
The UK's financial regulator unveils plans to modernise mortgage lending, aiming to help first-time buyers, the self-employed, and older borrowers. Reforms could begin in 2026.
Traitors winner Leanne Quigley urges public to sign up for Cancer Research UK's Race for Life events across the West Midlands. Use code RFL26NY for 30% off entry in January.
Sue Ryder expands palliative and end-of-life care across Berkshire West & South Oxfordshire via a new NHS partnership, offering 24/7 support to help thousands remain at home.
A Walsall pub urges community support during Dry January, reminding locals 'a pub is for life' as footfall drops. Read its heartfelt social media appeal.
Birmingham is a great city, but what could make it even better? From cheaper buses to year-round ice rinks, we explore 10 key improvements. Share your thoughts with us.
Birmingham Crown Court issued six life sentences in 2025 for crimes including a lone wolf terror plot and brutal murders. Discover the shocking details of the city's most severe criminal cases.
Iain Macpherson, freed after 22 years for murder, claims the stigma of his life sentence makes employment and housing impossible, leaving him wishing for recall.
Bronnie Ware spent eight years caring for the terminally ill. Discover the most common deathbed regrets and how to live a life with fewer of them.
MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.
Seven residents at Diagrama Foundation's Edensor Care Centre in Clacton-on-Sea offer profound life advice for the new year. Discover their timeless wisdom on joy, resilience, and connection.
New ONS data shows Nottingham has one of the UK's lowest life expectancy rates, with a stark North-South divide. Discover the figures and what they mean for the city.
Birmingham has secured the 30th spot in the prestigious Europe's 100 Best Cities ranking for 2025. Discover what earned Brum its place among the continent's elite.
Shoppers hail a bestselling guided journal on Amazon as a 'powerful tool' to reflect on 2025 and achieve 2026 goals. The £16.95 planner is endorsed by major UK publications.
Santander launches a £100 cashback incentive for customers taking out new life insurance in January. Select customers could get £150. Terms apply.
A look at the UK's most dangerous criminals serving whole life orders, from Lucy Letby to Rose West, who will never be released. Discover the crimes that earned them Britain's most severe sentence.
A cryptic caption in Taylor Swift's 'End of an Era' Disney+ finale sparks fan theories that her 13th studio album is imminent. Discover the clues and her defiant stance on staying in the spotlight.
Leading space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock predicts a 'positive detection' of extraterrestrial life by 2075. Discover why she thinks it will be microbial 'grey sludge' and not little green men.
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.
Quick-thinking Nottinghamshire Police officers performed CPR on a man in his 30s found slumped in his car on Woodhouse Way. Read how their decisive actions saved a life.
Nightingale House Hospice in Wrexham created a magical Christmas for patients with reindeer visits, carol singers, and a special appearance from Wrexham AFC. See how the community brought joy.
Devon Brown jailed for life for the unprovoked machete murder of Okechukwu Iweha near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Read the full court report and victim impact.