Mum on Universal Credit works two tough jobs for £29,881
A London mother on Universal Credit details juggling two demanding roles as a dental technician and cleaner to support her family amid the cost-of-living crisis. Discover her story.
A London mother on Universal Credit details juggling two demanding roles as a dental technician and cleaner to support her family amid the cost-of-living crisis. Discover her story.
A new survey reveals the most disappointing Christmas gifts Brits received in 2024, from used pyjamas to rotten fruit. Find out what people did with their unwanted presents.
Data reveals the first Sunday of the year is the busiest for selling unwanted presents. Get expert tips to declutter and turn your unused items into cash.
Soaring bungalow prices are driving over-55s towards park homes, a £144,748 housing alternative offering single-storey living and community. Discover the growing trend.
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RecommendedThe family of Chris Rea open up about their devastating loss after the singer's death, which followed two other sibling deaths in months. Read the full story and tributes.
West Midlands Police seized nearly £4 million from criminals in 2025, proving crime doesn't pay. Discover how £330,000 was reinvested into local groups.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
Shoppers rave about L'Oréal's £7.50 Revitalift night cream, with users in their 60s reporting visibly younger-looking skin. Discover the dermatologist-backed formula.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
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RecommendedThe DWP confirms earlier payments for State Pension, Attendance Allowance & Pension Credit due between 24 Dec 2025 & 2 Jan 2026. Check if you're affected and what to do if payment is late.
Step back to 1968 in the West Midlands. See the Bull Ring, Kennedy mosaic, and a region transforming. Explore our gallery of 30 rare photos.
Regeneration boss Tim Heatley outlines a £860M, 2,500-home vision for suburban living in Greater Manchester's overlooked towns, citing strong demand and affordable rents.
Sandwell Council's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, revoking licences for pubs and shops over stabbings, illegal workers, fake vapes, and knives sold to children. Discover the full story.
Struggling households in Camden can apply for emergency payments of up to £500 from the Household Support Fund. Check eligibility and how to apply now.
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RecommendedA woman fraudulently claimed £28k in disability benefits. Secret video showed her mobility contradicted her claims. She received a suspended sentence.
A new planning application seeks to build eight affordable flats on the site of a former day centre and library in Rowley Regis, addressing a critical shortage of family-sized homes in Sandwell.
Discover 12 historic castles in the West Midlands perfect for a 2026 family day out. Explore ruins, royal homes, and legends from Kenilworth to Dudley.
A Kingstanding pub has been forced to close over Christmas after a violent fight involving weapons erupted after hours. Police secured a 28-day licence suspension.
Former England and West Brom striker Andy Carroll, 36, is due in court accused of breaching a non-molestation order. Get the latest details on the case.
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RecommendedA wife in California created a homemade Godzilla-themed rage room for her husband's 57th birthday, letting him smash a miniature Tokyo to relieve a year of stress. Discover this unique stress-relief story.
Staffordshire Police have identified a man after a CCTV appeal following the death of a woman in a Stoke-on-Trent doorway. Read the latest on this investigation.
Relationship expert Dr Kathy Nickerson warns smartphones cause 'micro-rejections' that damage bonds. Discover the subtle signs and how to protect your connection.
King Charles III smiled and waved at well-wishers after the Sunday service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, joined by other members of the Royal Family. Read the full story.
David Darke died days after an alleged attack outside The Crown Inn. Leicestershire Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the family's tribute.
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RecommendedTributes are paid to Doug Baldwin, a Normandy veteran and former POW who has died aged 100. We remember his courage and remarkable life story. Read more.
West Midlands Police seek public help to trace Patricia Hale, 35, suspected of outraging public decency in West Bromwich on September 6. Call 101 with info.
The family of David Darke, 66, pay emotional tribute after he died from injuries sustained in an assault outside The Crown pub in Appleby Magna. Police have re-arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
A Nuneaton family had a lucky escape after a child's bedroom filled with toxic smoke from a charger fire. Firefighters issue a stark warning about 'daisy chaining' extension leads. Check your electricals now.
Police swarm Stratford Road in Sparkhill after gunfire. One man injured by shrapnel, three arrested for suspected drug dealing. Get the latest details.
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RecommendedWest Midlands Police are appealing for information after a man posing as a gardener stole a handbag from a Coventry home on December 13. Can you help identify the suspect?