DWP Loophole Unlocks £60,000+ in Benefits for UK Households
A loophole in the DWP's benefit cap system allows thousands of households to claim over £60,000 annually through 16 exempt benefits, sparking calls for welfare reform.
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Armed Robber Posing as Police Officer Attacks Birmingham Couple
A terrifying home invasion occurred in Hall Green where an armed robber, pretending to be a police officer, threatened a couple with a gun and demanded money. West Midlands Police are investigating.
Youth Panels to Scrutinize West Midlands Police Powers
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster launches Youth Scrutiny Panels for ages 14-24 to review stop and search and use of force, addressing disproportionate impacts on young people.
Birmingham Sex Offender Jailed for City Centre Attacks
Quinton Brown, 52, exposed himself and assaulted multiple victims including a mother with children and a wheelchair user in Birmingham city centre. He has been sentenced to ten months in prison.
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Midlands Garden Dug Up in Murder Probe, Eight Charged
Leicestershire Police are using jackhammers to excavate a backyard in Leicester as part of a murder investigation into the disappearance of Gary Piatek. Eight individuals, including two from Birmingham, have been charged in connection with the case.
Four Teens Arrested After Stolen Car Chase Crash
Four teenagers, aged 14 to 17, have been arrested following a police pursuit of a suspected stolen Honda that crashed in Stoke-on-Trent. Staffordshire Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses.
Gang Hunted After Metal Bar Attack in Stratford
A violent incident on Bishops Close in Stratford has left one man with serious head injuries. Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and have increased patrols.
Prisoner Escapes Twice in a Week, Manhunt Underway
A manhunt is underway for Daniel Boakye, who escaped from Lewisham Hospital while in police custody, marking his second breakout in a week as he awaits deportation to Ghana.
Birmingham Crash: Pyjama-Clad Residents Rush to Multi-Vehicle Smash
A driver crashed into multiple parked vehicles in Lincoln Road North, Birmingham, early Sunday morning. Residents rushed out in pyjamas as police conducted a positive drugs swipe on the motorist.
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Dad Avoids Jail for Throwing Kittens into River Thames
Andrew Shephard, 59, received a suspended sentence after admitting to animal cruelty for throwing three kittens into the River Thames while intoxicated, shouting 'let them die'.
Killers Smiled as Jury Acquitted of Murder in Fire Deaths
Three defendants were cleared of murder but convicted of manslaughter for the deaths of Eric Greener, 77, and Sheila Jackson, 83, in a St Helens house fire. The intended target was Sheila's son in a drug dispute.
Birmingham Mosque Announces Ramadan 2026 Date via Saudi Moonsighting
Green Lane Masjid in Small Heath has declared the start of Ramadan 2026 based on Saudi Arabia's moonsighting, with the first taraweeh prayers scheduled for tonight, potentially leading to a split start for the holy month in the UK.
Police Appeal for Wanted Woman with Birmingham Links
Staffordshire Police are seeking Georgia Pauline Oakley, 31, wanted for alleged shoplifting, failure to appear, and perverting justice. She has connections to Birmingham and Tamworth.
People Smuggler Jailed for Trafficking Immigrants via Cleaning Firm
Ana Lucia Martins, a Brazilian national, has been sentenced to three years for using her cleaning business to traffic immigrants into the UK, forcing them into exploitative labor conditions.
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Dad Runs Marathon for Hospice in Memory of Son
Lewis Jones from Newtown is tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for Hope House Children's Hospices, honoring his late son Ronnie, who passed away at 15 months. He joins a team of 20 runners, including hospice carer Ian Greaves, aiming to boost the
Dad Dubbed 'Incredible Hulk' Jailed for Violent Assaults
Andrew Gray, 43, has been sentenced to prison after assaulting a woman multiple times, including slamming her head against a wall and using Sellotape on wounds.
Saudi Arabia Announces Ramadan 2026 Start Date
Saudi Arabia has declared the start of Ramadan 2026 based on moon sightings, contradicting UK astronomers' forecasts that the crescent would not be visible globally.
Birmingham Library Lit Up for Ramadan 2026 Start
The Library of Birmingham is illuminated in green to mark the beginning of Ramadan 2026, with fasting starting on February 18. The city, where 29.9% identify as Muslim, hosts events like Ramadan Streets.
£1,500 Donation Boosts Sheffield Hospital Bereavement Services
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,500 to Sheffield Hospitals Charity's bereavement services, funding memory boxes and facilities for families experiencing baby loss, including the Jessop Wing Bereavement Suite.
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Molly Marsh Reacts to Ex Zach's Baby News in TikTok
Former Love Island star Molly Marsh posts a cryptic TikTok video amid news that her ex-boyfriend Zachariah Noble is expecting a child with his new girlfriend Ava Hirons.
Greggs Thief 'Hamster' Avoids Jail for £2k Snack Thefts
Adam Gosling, 39, stole from a Greggs branch 38 times over six weeks, totaling £1,817.50. He received a suspended sentence in Uxbridge Magistrates' Court.
Teens Arrested in Oldbury Assault, Police Warn Over Video
Four teenagers have been arrested after a 16-year-old boy was assaulted on Pound Road in Oldbury. Police are urging people not to share a distressing video of the incident circulating on social media.
Faith Leaders Unite Ahead of UKIP March in Birmingham
Birmingham faith groups pledge to demonstrate unity and positive engagement during a planned UKIP Christian procession in Ward End, with police assuring community safety.
Ormskirk's King's Arms Hotel: A Historic Legacy
Explore the rich history of Ormskirk's King's Arms Hotel, from its bustling 1820s market days to its 1880s renovation, uncovering stories of ordinary people and architectural transformation.
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Woman Traumatised After Unprovoked Street Attack in Nottingham
A woman in her 20s was punched in the face by a stranger in a random attack on Milton Street, Nottingham. Tristan Fretwell, 29, has been jailed for 14 weeks and ordered to pay compensation.
Drunk Driver Stumbles in Pub Garden Before Crash
Footage released by Thames Valley Police shows heavily intoxicated Lawson Wright, 56, stumbling and falling in a pub garden before crashing his van and injuring two people on the A44 in Yarnton.
Birmingham's £295m Affordable Housing: 1,200 New Homes
Midland Heart announces a £295 million development of 1,200 affordable homes across 15 brownfield sites in Birmingham, with completion set for 2028 to address the city's housing crisis.
CCTV Appeal for Sutton Coldfield Burglary Attempt
West Midlands Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man in connection with an attempted break-in at a Richmond Road property near Sutton Park in December.
Police Board Birmingham's Number 74 Bus in Crime Crackdown
West Midlands Police and partners conducted a major enforcement operation on the No.74 bus route, which recorded 62 offences including violence and thefts over six months. Officers boarded buses and removed fare dodgers in a targeted crackdown.
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Couple Jailed for Child Abuse Images and Animal Cruelty
Scott Topley and Gordon Phillips have been sentenced to over 12 years in prison for creating and distributing indecent images of children and abusing their pet dog.
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