Universal Credit claimants surge to 8.3 million
UK Universal Credit claimants jump by over 1 million in a year to 8.3 million, with 49% having no work requirements. Experts question sustainability amid rising unemployment.
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Amazon Fire TV Crackdown: UK Homes Face Visits
UK households using jailbroken Fire TV Sticks for illegal streaming face home visits and fines up to £2,000. FACT warns of data theft and fraud risks. Stay informed.
Birmingham's 13 Safest Areas With Lowest Crime Rates
Explore the latest data revealing Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with the lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported the fewest incidents.
Dudley children's services 'inadequate'
A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.
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Automatic £10 Christmas Bonus for UK Pensioners
The DWP confirms an automatic £10 Christmas Bonus for all eligible state pensioners in December. Find out if you qualify and the payment's history.
Great-grandfather dies after Tamworth Halloween assault
Tributes paid to Dennis Whiston, 73, who died after a Halloween assault in Tamworth. Police continue investigation and appeal for witnesses.
Birmingham murder: Man in court after city stabbing
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after Katie Fox, 34, died following an unprovoked stabbing on Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham. Police continue to appeal for information.
Charity's poignant message after Katie Fox stabbing death
The James Brindley Foundation issues heartfelt support to Katie Fox's family after fatal Birmingham stabbing, urging action on knife crime. Read their powerful message.
Prison bans fan mail for killer nurse Lucy Letby
HMP Bronzefield has reportedly stopped Lucy Letby receiving fan mail after being inundated with cards, gifts and letters from supporters who believe she is innocent.
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Mum on £4,300 benefits begs for boob job money
A TikTok creator receiving £4,300 monthly in Universal Credit has run out of cash and is now crowdfunding for cosmetic surgery, sparking widespread public outrage.
South Bristol's 510-Home Plan Takes Key Step Forward
Plans for 510 new homes in South Bristol progress as Allison Homes submits detailed application. The Centric Parc scheme includes affordable housing and green spaces. Discover the vision for this sustainable neighbourhood.
Birmingham's 5 Most Notorious Pubs Revealed
Discover the five legendary Birmingham pubs named among the UK's roughest in a viral X thread. These closed boozers, from the West End Bar to the Monkey House, have stories to tell.
Takeaway driver wins £1.3m house, takes £1m cash
Khaja Syed, a Birmingham delivery driver struggling with debt, wins a £1.3 million dream house in BOTB competition but opts for the £1 million cash alternative to transform his family's life.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit limit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.
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UK Couple Die in Spanish Flash Floods
Donald and Terry Turner, a retired couple from Burntwood, tragically died when their car was submerged during catastrophic floods in Valencia. Read their story.
Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
DWP change to cost households £700 each
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham judge alarmed by gun prevalence after shooting
A judge has condemned the 'alarming prevalence' of firearms in Birmingham after a 20-year-old man was shot following a disturbance involving machetes. Read the full story.
£70 Cost of Living Vouchers for Pensioners
Wakefield Council issues £70 supermarket vouchers to eligible state pensioners from Nov 11-13, 2025. Automatic payments combat cost of living pressures.
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Interactive map reveals 50 unsolved West Midlands murders
A new interactive map reveals 50 unsolved murders across the West Midlands, including the tragic cases of 'Little Girl Blue' and Jacqueline Thomas. Explore the cold cases and seek justice.
Urgent Appeal: Missing 13-Year-Old Kerry in Birmingham
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
Sexual predator jailed for 40-minute Glasgow rape
Mihae-Nicolae Patran, 34, has been sentenced to 12 years for a depraved rape and other sexual offences. The judge described him as a 'real danger to women'.
Birmingham street attack: Police issue CCTV appeal
West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted on Stratford Road, Springfield. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to trace.
Jack Osbourne on I'm A Celeb After Ozzy's Death
Jack Osbourne reveals his family's support as he joins I'm A Celebrity, months after the death of his legendary father, Ozzy Osbourne. Discover his emotional journey.
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Birmingham stabbing: Katie Fox dies in city centre attack
Katie Fox, 34, tragically died after a stabbing near a Birmingham bus stop. A 21-year-old man has been charged. Our thoughts are with her family.
Man, 20, killed in Nottinghamshire street stabbing
A 20-year-old man has died after a stabbing on Abbotsford Drive in St Ann's. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
Teen arrested in Wolverhampton father murder probe
A 17-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder after father Jermaine Smith, 30, was shot dead in Wolverhampton. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Birmingham's £200 Hardship Grant Reopens for Applicants
Birmingham City Council reopens applications for £200 cost of living payments. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply for this vital financial support.
9 forgotten games we loved from 60s to 90s
Rediscover 9 classic games from the 60s to 90s that defined childhood memories, including the noisiest game ever and nightmare-inducing board games. Which ones do you remember?
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Hinckley's Christmas Shop Supports Homeless Charity
Emmaus Leicestershire and Rutland opens its largest-ever Christmas shop in Hinckley. Every purchase of pre-loved festive items funds vital support for people who have experienced homelessness. Visit until December 23!
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