Alan Titchmarsh's Sunlight Weed Killing Method
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh reveals a simple, chemical-free technique to kill weeds using sunlight. By exposing roots with a hoe or patio knife, weeds cook and die naturally.
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HMP Deerbolt Lockdown After Inmate Hostage Incident
HMP Deerbolt near Barnard Castle was locked down after an alleged hostage incident. No injuries reported, police investigating. Inmates claim fear for safety.
Skeleton Props Mistaken for Bodies by Police
A make-up artist was pulled over by police in Dudley after realistic skeleton props in his car were mistaken for dead bodies, leading to a terrifying misunderstanding.
3,000 Blue Badges Seized in Disabled Parking Crackdown
Over 3,000 Blue Badges have been seized in England as councils crack down on misuse. Manchester City Council issued the most penalty notices, with fines up to £1,000.
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Migrant with Taliban links jailed for assault of girl, 7
Afsar Safi, 30, was sentenced to two and a half years for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl at a London hotel.
Two Children Die in Wolverhampton House Fire
Two young children have tragically died in a house fire on Mason Street in Wolverhampton. Firefighters rescued them, but they were pronounced dead at the scene.
St Mary's Women's Breakfast & Holy Trinity Costumes Sale
Weekly church news: St Mary's women's breakfast, Holy Trinity youth theatre costumes for sale, St Chad's concerts, and more from Rochdale churches.
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Birmingham Couple Banned for Life Over 90 Rabbits Dumped
A Birmingham couple who abandoned 90 rabbits in a Worcestershire woodland have been banned from keeping animals for life and given suspended sentences.
Wife lost friends after horrific hot oil attack by husband
Raju Mollah, 50, poured hot oil on his wife's face and assaulted her in Birmingham. Jailed for 26 years, police praise victim's bravery.
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Racist rapist's disturbing social media trail revealed
John Ashby, 32, who raped a Sikh woman he mistook for Muslim, left a disturbing digital trail of violent and misogynistic videos before his arrest.
Nurse's Partner Skydives for NICU Appeal
Joe Seggie completed a 15,000 ft skydive to raise funds for a new incubator at Stepping Hill Hospital, thanking the NICU team for saving his daughter Lilah.
DIY Blunders Ruined Conservation Chances in Birmingham
DIY renovations like PVC windows and driveways have ruined chances for some Birmingham neighbourhoods to become Conservation Areas, an expert says.
Shaving Cream Hack for Oven Cleaning Stuns Experts
A mum and lifestyle writer tested shaving cream to clean her oven, finding it effortlessly removed baked-on grease. The simple method leaves surfaces spotless with minimal effort.
Mum mulls backing out of play date over parent's anti-LGBTQ posts
A mum considers canceling a play date after discovering another parent's social media comments opposing same-sex adoption, sparking debate on Mumsnet.
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Lad in the Lane Pub to Become Offices and Women's Shelter
Birmingham's oldest pub, the Grade II-listed Lad in the Lane in Erdington, could be transformed into offices and supported accommodation for vulnerable women under new plans.
Illegal Bikers Terrorise Learner Driver in Sutton Coldfield
Dashcam footage captures three masked bikers intimidating a learner driver during his first lesson in Sutton Coldfield, pulling wheelies and swerving in front of a bus.
Dad Asks Child to Take Speeding Points, Risks Prison
A speeding father near a driving ban asked his child to falsely admit to his offence. Police warn this could lead to perverting the course of justice, with potential prison sentences.
West Midlands Police Crash Reporting Guide
West Midlands Police advises motorists on reporting road traffic collisions—call 999 for emergencies, use online forms for non-urgent incidents.
Birmingham Family Rave Fights Food Poverty
Bangers N' Mashup CIC hosts family-friendly raves in Birmingham, raising funds to combat food poverty through community workshops and cooking lessons.
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Solihull man aims for world record in microphone costume
Dan Hudson, 39, from Solihull, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for fastest marathon dressed as a microphone at the London Marathon to raise funds for Marie Curie.
Asylum Seeker Jailed for Running Drugs Line
Mariglen Malaj, 26, was jailed for two years and nine months after being caught running a cocaine supply line in Rugeley, Staffordshire, despite claiming he was unable to work.
Inside Birmingham Dogs Home: Hope Not Waiting
A visit to Birmingham Dogs Home reveals a place where dogs are known, loved, and cared for with stubborn hope. Meet Lorna, Joey, Roy, and Stockton.
Tranquil 1992 Closes Wine Bar, Focuses on Coffee House
Tranquil 1992 in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter closes its After Hours wine bar to concentrate on its popular Vietnamese coffee shop, with exciting new plans ahead.
Hidden Gem Walk with Spooky Rock Formations Near Brum
Discover Nanny's Rock on Kinver Edge, a hidden gem walk with spooky rock formations, woodland, and a stunning café, less than 1 hour from Birmingham.
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West Midlands Most Wanted: 12 Suspects Including Tattooed Man
West Midlands Police have added new faces to their most wanted list, including suspects for murder, threats to kill, and sexual communication with a child. Call 999 if spotted.
Meldreth Care Home Raises £3,300 for Alzheimer's Society
Aurora Meldreth Manor School and Orchard Manor Care Home have raised over £3,300 for the Alzheimer's Society through five years of Elf Day fundraising.
Knitting Nannas Craft Elephants for Wildlife SOS
Residents at Hazelgrove Court Care Home in Saltburn-by-the-Sea are knitting woolly elephants to raise funds for Wildlife SOS, supporting rescued elephants in India. The group has sold a dozen so far and continues crafting.
Cambridge Team Trek Great Wall for New Hospitals
A team from Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust will trek 50km on the Great Wall of China next month, raising funds for two pioneering hospitals in Cambridge.
Woman's assisted suicide kept from dementia-stricken mother
Wendy Duffy, 56, ended her life at the Pegasos Clinic in Switzerland without telling her 87-year-old mother, who has dementia. Her family says nothing could stop her.
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Tree That Killed Girl, 12, Needed Work, Inquest Hears
An inquest heard that a beech tree branch which crushed 12-year-old Brooke Wiggins to death had a crack concealed by ivy, and recommended work was not carried out.
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