Afghan Nationals Show 'Revolting' Approach in Schoolgirl Rape Trial
Two Afghan nationals accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton have shown a 'stomach-churning' approach during their trial, the prosecution told Warwick Crown Court.
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Platonic Valentine's Cards Up 30% in UK
Moonpig data reveals a 30% increase in platonic Valentine's cards sent to friends and family, with Gen Z leading a shift towards celebrating friendships on February 14th.
Birmingham Shop Worker Stabbed Chasing Thief
A Heron Foods employee in Shard End sustained serious injuries after being stabbed while pursuing a suspected shoplifter. Police and paramedics responded to the incident on Heathland Avenue.
Refugee Homelessness Soars Five-Fold in England
Government data reveals a dramatic five-fold increase in homeless refugees in England, with London and the North West most affected. Charities link the crisis to Home Office accommodation policies.
Peugeot Driver Arrested After Fleeing Police
A motorist who failed to stop for police in Tipton was arrested after driving into a dead end. The driver, who was not legally permitted to drive, also had his vehicle seized by authorities.
West Midlands Police Rape Case Outcomes Improve
West Midlands Police announces a near doubling of positive outcomes in rape cases, with 416 recorded from April to January, reflecting enhanced investigative approaches.
West Bromwich Landmark Could Become 101 Flats
Developer Brickstone submits plans to convert the long-vacant former West Bromwich Building Society HQ into 101 one and two-bedroom apartments, reviving the 1960s art deco building.
Worcestershire Cost of Living Payments Increased to £500
Worcestershire County Council announces enhanced Household Support Fund payments of up to £500 for families with children, administered by Act on Energy through DWP funding.
Handsworth HMO plan rejected after community campaign
Plans to convert a family home into a six-bed HMO in Handsworth have been rejected following nearly 80 objections from residents and neighbourhood groups.
Birmingham School Warns Parents Over Dangerous Driving
Oasis Academy Short Heath in Birmingham issues urgent warning to parents about dangerous driving during school runs, with police threatening fines and penalty points.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury Announce Second Pregnancy
Love Island stars Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury reveal they are expecting their second child, sharing the news on Instagram with a sweet video featuring daughter Bambi.
Man Arrested After Teenager Sexually Assaulted in Tipton
A 37-year-old man is in police custody after a teenager was sexually assaulted near the canal in Tipton, West Midlands, with an ongoing investigation.
Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury Expecting Second Child
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have announced they are expecting their second child together, following their 2025 reconciliation after a difficult split.
Drug Dealer Jailed for £2k Louis Vuitton Trainers Purchase
Hamilton De Jesus, 27, has been sentenced to a year in prison after police found class A drugs and expensive trainers bought with criminal proceeds during a raid on his Peterborough home.
Man Dies After Handsworth Disorder, Police Investigate
A 40-year-old man has died in hospital after being found with serious injuries in a supermarket car park on Soho Road, Handsworth. Police are investigating the violent disorder that preceded the incident.
Chef Fakes WhatsApp After Sexual Assault
A former head chef at a Michelin-starred restaurant has been given a suspended sentence for sexual assault and fabricating evidence using a fake WhatsApp generator.
Solihull Man Charged After Police Seize Knife and Drugs
A 28-year-old man from Solihull has been charged with multiple offences, including drug supply and possession of a bladed article, following a police operation in Rubery.
Cambridge Man Jailed for Cocaine-Fuelled Knife Attack
A 35-year-old man from Thetford has been sentenced to 14 years for a brutal knife attack on a friend in Cambridge, fleeing to the airport after the assault.
Mother's Heartbreak After Son's Daylight Murder
A Walsall mother speaks of her unending grief after her 22-year-old son Mohammed Khan was stabbed to death in a brutal daylight attack on Bloxwich Road.
Police Seek Man with Midlands Links for Driving Offences
West Mercia Police are searching for Gurwinder Singh, 41, who may assist with enquiries into dangerous driving and drink drive offences in the Midlands region.
Four Convicted for Broad Daylight Murder in Walsall
Four men have been found guilty over the fatal stabbing of Mohammed Khan, 22, in a violent attack on Bloxwich Road, Walsall, which occurred in broad daylight last March.
Paedophile Jailed for Breaching Court Order
Khurram Rajput, a convicted paedophile, has been sentenced to four years in prison for repeatedly breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order by using encrypted chat rooms and deleting internet history.
Bedford's Elly Jay to Run London Marathon for SRUK
Bedford-based performer Elly Jay has been chosen to represent Scleroderma and Raynaud's UK at the 2026 London Marathon, running in memory of her mother who died from the rare autoimmune disease.
Family's Heartbreak as Daughter's Killer Jailed for Life
The devastated family of Steph Irons say their lives will never be the same after her former colleague was jailed for her murder in a 'heinous and violent' attack at her Nottingham home.
Ramadan 2026 UK: Winter Fasting Times & Dates
Ramadan 2026 in the UK falls in winter, offering shorter fasting hours. Learn the predicted dates, sehri and iftar times, and how this affects the Muslim community.
Ramadan Night Market Returns to Birmingham
The popular Ramadan Streets night market is returning to Birmingham for five nights in March 2026, following its successful debut last year that attracted nearly 30,000 visitors.
Langar On Campus Serves 2,000 at Birmingham University
Over 2,000 people shared a free hot meal at the University of Birmingham's annual Langar On Campus event, organised by the Sikh Society to promote equality and community.
Dunelm's Bonnie Scallop Wool Rug: Homeowners 'Couldn't Be Happier'
Homeowners are raving about Dunelm's Bonnie Scallop Natural Border Wool Rug, priced from £50. Available in four colours, this 100% wool rug features a hand-carved scalloped trim and has earned a 4.5-star rating for its style and quality.
Clinic Opening Becomes Cancer Charity Tribute in Carnforth
A Carnforth chiropodist has transformed her clinic-warming event into a heartfelt fundraiser for local cancer charities, honouring her husband who died from stomach and oesophageal cancer in 2023.
De Montfort Student, 20, Fatally Stabbed in Leicester
Khaleed Oladipo, a 20-year-old cyber security student from London, has died following a stabbing in Leicester city centre, with an 18-year-old arrested on suspicion of murder.
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