Martin Lewis Urges Meter Photos Before July 1 Price Cap
Martin Lewis urges households with British Gas, EDF, OVO, Octopus, and EON meters to take photos before the new Ofgem price cap starts on July 1, as bills rise by £221 a year.
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FleurFest Community Event Raises Funds for Local Charities
FleurFest, a community festival in Birmingham, raised over £10,000 for local charities, drawing hundreds of attendees with live music, food, and family activities.
Aisleyne Horgan Wallace Blames XL Bully Bite on Heatwave
Former Big Brother star Aisleyne Horgan Wallace, 47, says an XL Bully bite left her scarred for life, blaming the heatwave for the sudden attack.
Afghan Rapists Fled to Birmingham After Attacking Teen
Three Afghan nationals who raped a 17-year-old girl in Bristol fled to Birmingham and then escaped the UK in a lorry, but were arrested in Calais and returned to face justice.
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Shooting at World Cup Fan Zone in San Jose Kills One
A shooting at a World Cup fan zone in San Jose, California, left one dead and another with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at San Pedro Square, where crowds had gathered for watch parties.
Brit Teen Missing in Romania Mountains Search Resumes
George Smyth, 18, from Newport, Shropshire, vanished in Romania's Bucegi Mountains in November. Mountain rescue teams resumed searching in Valea Gigănesti under deep snow, but no leads found.
Bring It On Brum: Free Summer Holiday Clubs Launch in Birmingham
Bookings open for Birmingham's Bring It On Brum programme, offering hundreds of free holiday clubs and healthy meals for children from low-income families.
Solihull Drivers Face £70 Fines After Grace Period Ends
Drivers in Solihull are now facing £70 fines as new traffic enforcement cameras become operational following a six-month grace period, targeting dangerous driving and congestion.
Fake courier tricked Birmingham man into handing over bank cards
West Midlands Police have released images of two men after a victim was tricked into handing over his bank cards to fake couriers, who then spent £3,000 on an iPhone and other goods in Birmingham city centre.
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Newborn Body Found in Festival Toilet in Michigan
The body of a newborn baby was discovered in a portable restroom at the Electric Forest festival in Rothbury, Michigan, prompting a police investigation and a plea for public assistance.
North-Facing Gardens: Expert Tips for Shade Plants
North-facing gardens thrive in heatwaves with shade-tolerant plants. Experts share tips on soil types, foliage focus, and design tricks to create a lush, cool oasis.
DVLA Licence Age Change for Drivers with 4 Conditions
Teenagers on disability benefits can get provisional driving licences at 16, a year earlier than normal, for conditions including anxiety, ADHD, depression, and agoraphobia.
Two Boys Die in Hot Car in Cyprus After Being Left Inside
Two boys, aged eight and 10, were found dead in a car in Cyprus after allegedly being left inside to sleep. The father and stepmother were arrested on suspicion of negligence.
Eviction Calls Over Traveller Camp in Hodge Hill Park
Travellers have set up camp on Brook Meadow in Hodge Hill, prompting Councillor Majid Mahmood to request eviction proceedings and animal welfare checks.
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Scottish Man Shot Dead on Luxury Caribbean Island
Danny Vettrino, 37, from Fife, was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Canouan, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Police have opened an investigation and two men are held for questioning.
Police Seek Man After Coseley and Tipton Shop Thefts
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of a man they want to speak to after electrical items, food and cleaning products were stolen from three stores in Coseley and Tipton on June 4.
Dad-of-three let children down after Jaguar drink-drive crash
Phillemon Tsagwa, 37, was more than three times the drink-drive limit when he crashed his Jaguar in Birmingham. He told the court he had let his three children down and is now attending AA meetings.
New Dog Walking Rule: UK Households Face £500 Fine
A new law from Monday 29 June increases fines for dog fouling to £500. The Crime & Policing Act 2026 allows councils to issue higher penalties for breaches of public space protection orders.
Extend Homelessness Pilot Across West Midlands, Says Deputy Mayor
A call has been made to extend a homelessness pilot from Birmingham and Coventry to the whole West Midlands, after £18m was approved for the two cities, with fears of a 'stampede' to them.
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BMW and Mercedes Among Top Stolen Cars in Birmingham
Ford remains the most stolen car in the West Midlands, but Toyota thefts rise 7.6% and Mitsubishi thefts surge 64%. Overall vehicle thefts down 15.5% in two years.
Mother campaigns for passport law after killer fled to Pakistan
Teresa Ryan demands defendants facing serious charges surrender passports after son's killer Rashad Ali fled to Pakistan before trial, jailed in absentia for five years.
Community raises £20k for sacked Morrisons manager
More than £20,000 has been raised for Sean Egan, a Morrisons manager sacked after tackling a shoplifter who spat in his face at the Aldridge store. The community supports his tribunal case.
WMP Still Hunting Five Wanted Suspects Months On
West Midlands Police continue to seek five suspects, including Kyron Clifton, Duane Glanville, Leonard Cera, Jaspreet Jawandha, and Rafiq Bogle-Fredericks, who have evaded capture since last year.
Top Garden Storage Sheds and Cushions for Your Outdoor Space
Discover the best garden storage sheds and cushions to upgrade your outdoor space. Expert picks for durability, style, and functionality.
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Big Brother star scarred after XL Bully attack
Big Brother star Aisleyne Horgan Wallace has been left permanently scarred after an XL Bully dog attacked her, requiring urgent hospital treatment and prompting a warning about the breed.
New curfew for drivers under 24 in NI from October 1
Drivers under 24 in Northern Ireland face new restrictions from October 1 under Graduated Driver Licensing, including a curfew on carrying passengers aged 14-20 between 11pm and 6am.
Kaleb Cooper Reveals Jeremy Clarkson's Wedding Role
Farmer Kaleb Cooper, 27, says Jeremy Clarkson will provide unlimited Hawkstone lager on tap for his wedding to Taya Wilkinson. The couple, together for a decade, have three children.
HMRC Inheritance Tax Gifting Allowance: Which? Warns Parents
Which? warns parents about the £3,000 annual inheritance tax gifting allowance, cautioning that transferring large sums without using exemptions could lead to a 'hefty' tax bill.
Parents Arrested After 7-Year-Old Son Reaches 18 Stone
Damien and Jessica O'Brien face murder charges after their 7-year-old son Casper died weighing 255lb, with officials citing extreme neglect.
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Midlands Drivers Urged Not to Drive in World Cup Crackdown
Police in the Midlands arrest three in Bilsthorpe for drink-driving during World Cup; Inspector warns against driving under influence as summer heat and football matches increase pub visits.
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