Brawl at Birmingham pub during England World Cup match
Police investigate after a brawl broke out at the Beeches pub in Great Barr during the England v Ghana World Cup match. A knife was recovered but no arrests made.
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Roof Collapse on Brierley Hill High Street
A roof collapsed on Brierley Hill High Street, prompting a response from West Midlands Fire Service. No injuries were reported, and the area was cordoned off for safety.
Petition launched for mandatory bus air conditioning
A West Bromwich bus driver has started a petition to make air conditioning mandatory on all buses, citing health risks and passenger discomfort.
Bournemouth Fire Walk Challenge to Help Homeless
Hope Housing charity hosts a Fire Walk Challenge on November 6 in Bournemouth, with participants walking barefoot over hot embers to raise funds for homeless support services.
London Freemasons Donate £10,000 to Youth Employment Charity
London Freemasons donate £10,000 to Circle Collective, helping convert it into £24,000 social value, supporting youth employment in Hackney, Lewisham, and Canary Wharf.
Gateshead Charity in Small Charity Week Match Funding
Teams and Bensham Community Care in Gateshead is one of 257 UK charities chosen for Small Charity Week match funding, doubling donations up to £5,000 to support older people.
Coventry Man's Ultra-Challenges for Muscular Dystrophy UK
Krishan Vara, 44, from Coventry, is completing ultra-endurance events in memory of his uncle and cousins who had Duchenne muscular dystrophy, supporting Muscular Dystrophy UK.
CCTV Appeal After Bus Driver Racially Abused
Police are investigating after a bus driver was racially abused on the No. 74 bus in Oldbury. A CCTV image of a man has been released as officers appeal for witnesses.
Tesco Free Ice Lollies for Clubcard Holders This Week
Tesco is offering free ice lollies to over a million Clubcard members via digital vouchers in the Tesco app, valid until July 1, with 11 varieties to choose from.
Birmingham drug couple jailed after Selfridges receipt bust
A Birmingham couple were jailed after a Selfridges receipt helped police seize £51k in cash and 9kg of cannabis from their home, leading to their convictions.
Human Remains Found in Search for Teen Taylor Charlton
Human remains have been discovered in the River Taw during the search for missing teenager Taylor Charlton, who vanished 48 days ago in Barnstaple.
Two Boys Found Dead in Hot Car in France, Manslaughter Probe
Two boys, aged two and four, were found dead in a family car in Carpentras, France, during a heatwave. A manslaughter investigation is underway, with authorities urging vigilance.
Two Men Suffer Serious Electrical Burns in Walsall Fire
Two men suffered serious electrical burns in a fire near Walsall Railway Station on June 25. The blaze involved an electrical substation, causing power loss to nearby properties. National Grid is restoring power.
RSPCA Southport Summer Fundraising and Towel Appeal
The RSPCA Southport, Ormskirk and District Branch announces summer fundraising events including Ainsdale Village and Halsall Summer Fair, plus a vital appeal for towel donations to support animal welfare.
Trivia Answers: Anne Frank's Diary, BMW HQ, and More
June 24 trivia answers revealed: capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, BMW HQ in Munich, sitar played with mizraab, and more. Plus, on this day in 1947, Anne Frank's diary was published.
Drunk Driver Ploughs Into Pub Crowd on Father's Day
Liam Naylor, 31, was more than double the drink-drive limit when he used his car as a weapon outside the Queens Arms pub in Huyton, fracturing a man's leg. He received a 35-month sentence.
Fire Near Walsall Station, Police Avoid Area
A fire has broken out on Little Station Street near Walsall Railway Station. Police and fire crews are at the scene, advising the public to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. Emergency services expect to remain for some time.
Dad Dies After Being Restrained on Jet2 Flight to Manchester Airport
Callum Kerr, a father and bareknuckle boxer from Warrington, died after being restrained on a Jet2 flight from Larnaca to Manchester Airport on June 21.
UK Households Risk Having to Remove Air Conditioning
Households in England face removal of air conditioning units after council orders, citing carbon emissions. The net-zero clampdown requires passive cooling first, sparking political debate.
Somerset Council Offices to Become 111 NHS Flats
Somerset Council's C Block of County Hall in Taunton will be converted into 111 affordable flats for NHS staff, addressing urgent housing needs for Musgrove Park Hospital recruits.
HMRC to Spy on Bank Accounts and Automatically Raid Them
HMRC will gain new powers to automatically seize cash from bank accounts for debts over £1,000, removing the £5,000 buffer and targeting up to 250,000 taxpayers.
Volunteers Revitalise Autism Anglia Garden in Dereham
Volunteers from Barratt and David Wilson Homes transformed the garden at Autism Anglia's Walnut House in Dereham, painting and installing beams to create an outdoor space for residents.
A.W. Lymn Raises £782,000 for Nottingham Hospitals Charity
A.W. Lymn has facilitated £782,000 in donations to Nottingham Hospitals Charity over 20 years, enhancing palliative care at Hayward House and supporting over 1,000 patients annually.
Tenby AFC Hosts Adam Muskett Memorial 7-a-Side Tournament
Tenby AFC will hold the annual Adam Muskett Memorial 7-a-side football tournament on July 25 at The Clicketts Playing Fields, raising funds for Wales Air Ambulance in memory of Adam and Katie Worrell.
Jailed: West Midlands teacher who sexually assaulted two children
A former West Midlands teacher has been jailed for 12 years after being convicted of sexually assaulting two children, police confirm.
Ex-DWP benefits claimant admits £140 daily shoplifting
Joanna Warner, who received £1,700 monthly in DWP benefits, has revealed she stole £140 worth of items daily from supermarkets, reselling them at a pub.
Fill Up Before 9pm Saturday as Heatwave Hits
Motorists in England are urged to fill up with petrol or diesel before 9pm on Saturday, June 27, as the Met Office issues heatwave warnings with temperatures up to 40°C.
Birmingham XL Bully Owner Fined £2K, Dog Faces Destruction
Bashart Ali, owner of XL Bully Hagler, must pay £2,178 and obtain an exemption within two months or the dog will be destroyed. The court found the dog family-friendly but unregistered.
Truck Driver Jailed for Life for Murdering Girlfriend, 19
Mohammed Azim, 41, was jailed for life with a minimum of 20 years for murdering 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse by crushing her against a lamppost with his recovery truck on his birthday.
Birmingham Police Respond to Multiple Stabbings in 12 Days
West Midlands Police addresses public concerns after three stabbings in Birmingham city centre within 12 days, including an 18-year-old with life-threatening injuries.
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