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DWP offers £48 weekly Pension Credit boost for carers
State pensioners can receive an extra £48.15 a week through Pension Credit if they or their partner are carers, with rates from April 2026 set at £238 for singles and £363.25 for couples.
Suez Crisis, Spy Rings, and Pop Culture in History
On July 26, 1956, Egypt nationalised the Suez Canal, triggering a crisis that reshaped British foreign policy, while the Portland Spy Ring was exposed and iconic pop culture moments defined the week.
Family Exposes Rat-Infested Homeless Hostel in Birmingham
A family who lived in Birmingham's Oscott Gardens homeless hostel for 18 months describes rat and cockroach infestations, overcrowding, and unsafe conditions, raising concerns for current residents.
Key Could Solve 40-Year-Old Death in Lichfield Woods
A key found with a man's body in a Staffordshire wood 40 years ago may lead to his identification after public tips linked him to a swimming pool locker.
Birmingham Nan-of-Seven Calls for FoodCycle Volunteers
A Birmingham grandmother of seven is calling for volunteers to help FoodCycle fill 8,500+ slots this summer, as community meals combat hunger and loneliness across the Midlands.
HMRC 7-Year Inheritance Tax Rule Warning for Households
Households are urged to avoid misinterpreting HMRC's seven-year rule for inheritance tax, as taper relief misconceptions can lead to unexpected tax bills. AJ Bell explains the complexities.
Birmingham barber offers free haircuts to students at his old school
Birmingham barber Razwan Amin, who grew up in a low-income family, now offers free haircuts to students at his former school, Erdington Academy, to ease cost of living pressures.
Family Exposes Exempt Hostel Hell in Birmingham
A Birmingham family in Shenstone Road reveals their nightmare living next to an exempt hostel plagued by drug dealing, sex work, and violence, backing calls for tougher regulation.
Son Avoids Jail for Machete at Soho Road Bus Stop
Tariq Francis, 22, received a six-month suspended sentence after pleading guilty to possessing a machete at a Soho Road bus stop. His mother paid £239 court costs upfront.
Driver Banned After Crash While Going Through Break-Up
Raymond Heaven, 44, of Erdington, was banned from driving for 36 months and ordered to do 200 hours unpaid work after crashing while drunk and refusing a breath test.
Teenager, 15, Shot in Birmingham Park; Police Investigate
A 15-year-old boy was shot in a park near Newtown Row, Birmingham, on Thursday night. His injuries are not life-threatening. Police are reviewing CCTV and have increased patrols.
BTP Appeal After Young Boy Spotted at Sutton Coldfield Station
British Transport Police are appealing for witnesses after a 10-year-old boy was seen with a couple late at night at Sutton Coldfield train station on July 17.
Teen Shot in Park Near Birmingham Shopping Centre
A 15-year-old boy was shot in a park near Newtown Shopping Centre in Birmingham. Police are investigating, with CCTV reviews and increased patrols underway. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening.
Sparkhill Poorest in England, Birmingham Second Most Deprived
Sparkhill is the poorest area in England, according to a new study. Birmingham ranks as the second most deprived city nationally, up from 7th in 2019.
Prisoner who threw boiling water on inmate gets extra 12 years
James Moore, 35, threw a kettle of hot water over a fellow inmate at HMP Featherstone in October 2024, causing significant burns. He received an additional 12-year sentence.
Andy Burnham Pavement Parking Rules: Fines for Drivers
Drivers face tougher pavement parking rules under PM Andy Burnham. Councils get powers to ban parking on pavements, with fines for offenders. Birmingham City Council intends to apply.
Giant Illuminated Monsters Return to Leicester for Halloween
Leicester Monsters trail returns Oct 22-31, 2026, with giant illuminated creatures. Free event attracted 80,000+ visitors in 2023, runs alongside Leicester Restaurant Week.
Four men killed in Huyton car crash after hitting lamppost
Four men in their 20s died after a black Seat Cupra crashed into a lamppost in Huyton. A fifth passenger is in hospital in stable condition.
Window Firm Scam: Customers Warned Over Cash Payments
Birmingham residents are warned about a window company scam where customers paid cash for installations that were never completed. Police urge caution.
Arrest after motorcyclist injured in Lickey hit-and-run
A 21-year-old man has been arrested after a Triumph motorcyclist suffered life-changing injuries in a hit-and-run collision with a Ford Fiesta in Lickey. The motorcyclist, in his 50s, is in stable condition.
Birmingham Council Wins Court Battle Over 'To Let' Boards
Birmingham City Council has won a court appeal backing its crackdown on 'proliferation' of letting agent boards in Selly Oak and Bournbrook, aiming to reduce crime and visual blight.
Man Stabbed in Lichfield: Police Appeal for Information
A man was found with stab wounds after police were called to a disturbance on Dimbles Lane in Lichfield at 12.30am on July 24. He is in serious but stable condition. No arrests have been made.
Free Entry Theme Park Near Birmingham Named UK's Cheapest
Playland Fun Park in Worcestershire, under an hour from Birmingham, has been named the UK's most affordable theme park with free entry and rides from £1.
Travellers hit Sheldon Country Park again
Travellers have moved onto Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham for the fourth time this year, sparking dismay among locals and calls for eviction.
Dudley Raid Uncovers Cannabis Farm and Weapons
A police raid in Dudley uncovered over 100 cannabis plants, two air rifles, and 3D printed knuckle dusters. A 50-year-old man was arrested and bailed.
Essex couple mark 60 years of marriage with diamond anniversary party
John and Frances Savage, from Essex, celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary with a party at Honey Lane Care Home in Waltham Abbey, sharing their secrets to a long marriage.
Grandparents Urged to Set Boundaries to Avoid Summer Burnout
Grandparents often feel obligated to provide full-time childcare during summer, leading to exhaustion. Setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care are essential to avoid burnout, according to BACP counsellor Roya Royle.
Free Family Peace Retreat Offers Screen-Free Wellbeing in Widnes
Fortuna Female Society and Brianna Ghey Legacy Project host a free Peace Retreat on August 2 at St Marie's Church, Widnes, with yoga, tai chi, meditation, and family activities.
Rock Choir Raises £4,000 for Hospice at Candlelight Concert
Rock Choir groups in Watford and St Albans raised £4,000 for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care during a candlelight concert, funding 105 hours of specialist nursing care.
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