Birmingham's Top Dog Names for 2025 Unveiled
Discover the most popular and fastest-rising dog names in Birmingham for 2025. Find out if your pet's name made the list and see the full trends.
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Fire TV Stick Crackdown: Knock at the Door Warning
UK households with 'dodgy' Amazon Fire TV Sticks face home visits and £1,000 fines in a new crackdown on illegal streaming. Learn the risks and Amazon's new security measures.
Stonehenge Sleep Out to Combat Veterans' Homelessness
Around 200 supporters, including Lt Col Andrew Tuggey, will sleep out at Stonehenge to raise £45,000 for ALABARÉ's vital work breaking the cycle of veterans' homelessness. Support the cause now.
MyBag Charity Wins King's Award for Voluntary Service
MyBag Charity from Nottingham receives the King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025 for supporting children entering foster care. Discover how you can help their vital work.
Katie Price vents over daughter Princess Andre feud
Katie Price expresses anger about strained relationship with daughter Princess Andre in emotional podcast. Mother-of-five reveals family tensions and reality TV exclusion.
HMRC reclaims £300 winter payments from pensioners
HMRC begins deducting up to £300 from state pensioners' accounts from Monday. Learn if you're affected and how the new Winter Fuel Payment system works.
Five arrested after Birmingham city centre stabbing
A 14-year-old among five arrested after 17-year-old stabbed near Bullring. Police condemn 'unacceptable violence' as extra patrols deployed across Birmingham.
DWP's 'unfair' state pension approach criticised
The DWP's one-size-fits-all state pension age of 66 is creating a £165,000 payment gap between UK regions. Experts call for a revamp. Discover the impact on your area.
Shrewsbury Man Missing for 11 Days, Police Appeal
Glen Hurley, 44, has been missing from Shrewsbury since November 3. West Mercia Police issue a public appeal with CCTV images and a description. Call 101 with info.
Cold Weather Payment Alert Ahead of Arctic Blast
The DWP warns of potential Cold Weather Payments as temperatures are set to plummet below freezing next week. Low-income households could receive £25 support. Check if you're eligible.
King Charles honours West Midlands volunteer heroes
King Charles has honoured six community volunteer groups in Birmingham and Wolverhampton with the prestigious Award for Voluntary Service. Discover the inspiring stories behind these local heroes.
Sandwell Christmas Lights 2025: Full Event List
Discover the full schedule for Sandwell's 2025 Christmas lights switch-ons. Free family events start in Friar Park this week with live entertainment and festive fun across the borough.
Cornwall Pride receives King's Award for Voluntary Service
Cornwall Pride receives the King's Award for Voluntary Service, the UK's highest honour for volunteer groups, recognising 17 years of championing LGBTQ+ equality.
DWP urged to change Carer's Allowance for pensioners
A major rule change could allow state pensioners to receive full Carer's Allowance. A petition demanding the reform has been launched. Discover the potential impact.
New Renters' Rights Laws with £40k Fines
Labour government reveals timeline for Renters' Rights Act, banning no-fault evictions and introducing £40,000 fines. Discover the 7 key changes for UK tenants.
No-Fault Evictions End in England from May 2026
Historic Renters' Rights Act becomes law on 1 May 2026, banning Section 21 evictions and protecting 11 million tenants across England. Discover your new rights.
Nottingham drug lord jailed for 14-year Thailand operation
Vejay Samuels ran a Midlands cocaine and heroin network from Thailand, living a luxury life before being sentenced to 14 years. Discover how police brought down the organised crime group.
Amazon Fire Stick Crackdown: Home Visits Start
A major crackdown on illegal Amazon Fire TV Sticks has begun, with home visits now underway across 14 counties in England. Learn the risks and legal alternatives.
Dudley gunman jailed for 32 years after police raid
Leon Haughton sentenced to 32 years for attempted murder after a pre-planned shotgun attack in Dudley. Read the full story of the police investigation and dramatic arrest.
Birmingham's Most Violent Neighbourhoods Exposed
New police figures reveal Birmingham's most dangerous areas with Central Birmingham reporting 315.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Discover the hotspots.
Sunshine Fund's Record Sport Quiz for Local Children
The Sunshine Fund prepares for a record-breaking Question of Sport quiz night at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth Park to raise vital funds for children with disabilities in the North East.
Sarah Ferguson to flee UK amid Epstein scandal
Sarah Ferguson is reportedly preparing to leave the UK for Portugal as the Jeffrey Epstein scandal continues to cause turmoil. Discover the details of her potential relocation.
Gogglebox star's glamorous 50-year-old throwback stuns
Gogglebox favourite Sue Singleton shares a stunning 1974 throwback photo from Russia, leaving fans amazed. The Channel 4 star also opens up about her recent health battle with Bell's Palsy.
Man in court charged with murder of Kettering pensioner
A 45-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 71-year-old John Boyle in Kettering. Discover the latest on this tragic case and the family's tribute.
Man arrested after body found in Hanley flat
A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.
Adam Peaty's Mum Spotted After Wedding Ban Claims
Exclusive photos show Caroline Peaty for the first time since reports emerged she's been banned from son Adam's wedding to Holly Ramsay. Family rift deepens as aunt speaks out.
CCTV appeal after Sandwell bus driver assault
Police release CCTV image after a bus driver was threatened, abused and spat at in Great Bridge. Incident occurred on September 13. Contact Sandwell Police with information.
Birmingham man convicted for baseball bat rape attack
Simon Tang, 56, has been convicted after a brutal baseball bat attack and rape in a Walsall car park. The victim's bravery helped secure the conviction.
Teenager sentenced for Birmingham college stabbing
A 17-year-old has been sentenced to two years and ten months after a stabbing at University College Birmingham. The victim survived the attack on Summer Row.
Tribute to dad-of-three killed in bin lorry crash
Family pays tribute to Andzie 'Stan' Stanik, killed when a council bin lorry crashed into a Leominster building. Two others seriously injured in the incident.
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