Widower's Virgin Media account transfer nightmare
A grieving widower details his three-month struggle to transfer his late wife's Virgin Media account, facing repeated calls and paying double. Read his full story.
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Dudley Council: Safeguarding up 300%, drones, £10k row
Dudley Council faces a 300% rise in adult safeguarding cases, deploys drones against off-road bikes, and sparks a £10k spending row. Explore this week's key developments.
Capital Jingle Bell Ball 2025 Filming Notice
Attendees at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 on 6 December are advised that filming and photography will take place for promotional use by Global and event sponsors. Learn how to opt out.
Netflix's £54bn Warner Bros & HBO Acquisition
Netflix agrees a monumental $72bn (£54bn) deal to acquire Warner Bros, with HBO included. The deal, pending regulatory approval until 2027, signals a seismic shift in the entertainment industry. Read the full analysis.
Angry Ginge's surprising job before I'm A Celeb fame
I'm A Celebrity star Angry Ginge's normal job before online fame is revealed. Discover his journey from school dinner lady to jungle favourite and his £100k payday.
Reform UK Council Leader Probed Over Racist Posts
Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.
Dudley social workers accused of lying over child safety
A watchdog committee hears emotional testimony alleging Dudley Council social workers lied and ignored vital emails concerning child protection. Read the full investigation.
Travellers served notice to leave Birmingham's Perry Park
A group of travellers in Perry Park, Birmingham, have been served notice to leave after reports of anti-social behaviour, fires, and damage. Read the latest on the situation.
48-hour police dispersal order imposed in Bloxwich
West Midlands Police impose a 48-hour dispersal order in Bloxwich to tackle anti-social behaviour and crime. Extra officers will patrol Stephenson Square and Avenue.
Druid's Heath tower block demolition finally set to start
Demolition of long-empty tower blocks on Birmingham's Druid's Heath estate is scheduled to begin early in the New Year, following delays and resident concerns over neglect and anti-social behaviour.
65 New Affordable Homes for Northfield, Birmingham
Birmingham City Council signs deal for 65 affordable homes on Long Nuke Road, including social rent and shared ownership. New sports facilities also planned. Read more.
Adrian Lester returns to Birmingham for Social Bite campaign
Birmingham-born actor Adrian Lester visited New Street Station to launch Social Bite's Festival of Kindness, aiming for 300,000 donations for vulnerable people this winter.
65 Affordable Homes Approved for Birmingham Development
Birmingham City Council partners with Keon Homes and Bromford to build 65 high-quality affordable homes in Northfield, including social rent and shared ownership properties. Read more about this key housing initiative.
Drones to chase illegal bikers in Dudley crackdown
Dudley Council plans a tough new anti-social behaviour policy using drones, covert surveillance and mobile units to target illegal off-road bikes and nuisance neighbours. Read the full details.
Dudley safeguarding reports surge 300% in a decade
Dudley Council faces a 300% surge in adult safeguarding reports over ten years, with self-neglect the top concern, while care provider market struggles. Read the full report.
Empty Bearwood club approved for housing without parking
Sandwell Council approves plans to convert the historic Corks Social Club into homes, despite highways officers calling the lack of parking 'unacceptable'. Read the full story.
Ariana Grande & SZA Support Cynthia Erivo Over Racist Memes
Ariana Grande and SZA have spoken out against racist and misogynistic memes targeting Cynthia Erivo following a Wicked fan incident. Discover the details of the viral video and the stars' powerful response.
Virgin Media hit with record £23.8m Ofcom fine
Ofcom issues its largest fine of the year to Virgin Media for putting vulnerable telecare customers at risk during the digital landline switch. Full details on the regulator's action.
Metro Route Highlights Dudley's Wealth Gap
The new Midlands Metro line into Dudley passes through some of the borough's most deprived wards, revealing stark inequalities in unemployment and housing. Discover the data behind the divide.
Lloyds Bank warns of £1,420 job scams
Lloyds Bank issues an urgent warning as jobseekers lose £1,420 on average to 'advance fee' scams promising remote work. Learn how to protect yourself.
Bearwood traders battle crime and litter crisis
Frustrated Bearwood traders reveal how crime, litter and 24/7 shops are driving customers away. Shop owners consider leaving as area's reputation suffers.
Ghost Broking Epidemic Sweeps UK Drivers
Young drivers are losing £2,000 on average to fake car insurance sold on social media. Learn how to spot this scam and protect yourself from prosecution.
HMRC warning for social media creators over £1k fines
HMRC issues a tax warning for UK social media content creators. Breaching the £1,000 trading allowance could lead to hefty fines. Learn how to stay compliant.
Santander issues £120 scam warning to customers
Santander warns of a 143% surge in weight loss injection scams, with customers losing £120 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from social media fraud.
Over-55s block 'living hell' in Walsall neighbour dispute
An 82-year-old Walsall woman describes her life as 'hell' after a two-year neighbour dispute turned violent, leaving her with injuries and police involvement. Read the full story.
Morrisons adds digital screens to 300 UK stores
Morrisons partners with Bauer Media to install high-tech digital screens at 300 store entrances in early 2026, offering targeted advertising at key shopping moments.
Nationwide's New Campaign for 18-34 Year Olds
Nationwide Building Society partners with Mail Metro Media on an omnichannel campaign, sponsoring a new podcast and TikTok content to engage younger audiences on spending habits.
HMRC warns social media earners over £1k tax limit
HMRC issues a £1,000 fine warning for UK content creators. Learn how to avoid penalties for exceeding the trading allowance and file your tax return correctly.
HMRC clamps down on social media tax evasion
HMRC is intensifying scrutiny of UK social media accounts, targeting influencers and content creators for undeclared income. Tax experts warn of substantial fines for non-compliance. Learn how to stay compliant.
Birmingham supermarket could save you £1,000 a year
Discover Your Local Pantry, a Birmingham-based supermarket chain with a unique membership model that could save shoppers over £1,000 annually on their grocery bills.
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