Samurai Sword and Drugs Seized in Redditch Police Raid
Police in Redditch have arrested three men and seized a haul including a Samurai sword, flick knives, cannabis, and cash during a drugs warrant execution in Oakenshaw.
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XL Bully Dogs at Risk as Insurance Withdrawn
Thousands of XL Bully dogs in the UK could be seized and destroyed after the Dogs Trust announced it will stop providing mandatory third-party liability insurance from July 2026, leaving owners scrambling for alternatives.
Universal Credit Above-Inflation Rise Confirmed from April
Millions of benefit claimants will receive a major cost-of-living boost as the DWP confirms an above-inflation Universal Credit increase effective from early April, including the removal of the two-child cap.
Love Island Winners Samie and Ciaran Break Silence on Split
Love Island All Stars 2026 winners Samie Elishi and Ciaran Davies have both broken their silence hours after reports emerged that they have split. The couple, who won the show's third All Stars series, have addressed the situation through social media upd
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Purple Crocuses in Welshpool Symbolise Rotary's Polio Eradication Effort
Purple crocuses planted by Welshpool Rotary members have bloomed at the local Information Centre, serving as a poignant symbol of Rotary International's ongoing campaign to eradicate polio worldwide. The flowers represent the purple dye used to mark immun
Star City Eid Weekend: Free Crafts, Henna, and Mascots
Star City in Nechells, Birmingham, is hosting a vibrant Eid al-Fitr Family Fun Weekend from March 20-22, 2026, featuring free crafting, face painting, henna, and surprise mascot appearances to celebrate the end of Ramadan.
Pensioners Must Act by March 31 to Secure £300 Winter Fuel Payment
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a critical warning to two specific groups of state pensioners who must claim their Winter Fuel Payment by March 31, 2026, or risk losing £300. Automatic payments are being made to most eligible recipients, b
Three Injured in Bartley Green Street Fight, Two Hospitalized
Police and paramedics responded to a disorder on Curdale Road in Bartley Green, Birmingham, where three men were injured in a street fight. Two were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Ormskirk Heritage Hub Drives Cultural Strategy and Museum Plans
Ormskirk Heritage Hub CIC is partnering with West Lancashire Borough Council to develop a cultural strategy, while fundraising for a pop-up museum to showcase local history through volunteer efforts.
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Husband Jailed for Life After Murdering Wife, Hiding Body
Alireza Askari, 42, stabbed his wife Paria Veisi four times and concealed her body under a flower bed after she left him. He was arrested while driving from Birmingham to Cardiff and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Merry Hill's UK Largest Easter Egg Event Teased
Merry Hill shopping centre in Brierley Hill announces the installation of the UK's largest Easter egg, featuring free egg hunts, live performances, and workshops from March 28 to April 4 during the Easter holidays.
Heating Oil Costs Soar £800 for UK Households in Crisis
Approximately 1.7 million UK households reliant on heating oil experience dramatic price increases, with costs jumping from £300 to £800 for 500 litres following Middle East tensions, prompting government intervention calls.
Magellan Reaches Philippines, Secures Spain's First Pacific Alliance
On March 15, 1521, Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan, sailing under the Spanish flag, reached the Philippines during his circumnavigation, establishing Spain's first alliance in the Pacific Islands.
Missing Girl Inayah: New Image Released After Bullring Sighting
South Yorkshire Police have issued a new image of missing 14-year-old Inayah, who was last captured on CCTV at Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre after traveling by train from Sheffield.
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UK May Ban 17 Terrier and Spaniel Dog Breeds
The Labour Party government is proposing a ban on 17 specific terrier and spaniel breeds, citing health risks from extreme breeding. A new parliamentary tool aims to eliminate unhealthy dog characteristics.
Pensioners Missing £4,000+ Yearly from Benefit Misunderstandings
A new report reveals many eligible pensioners fail to claim Pension Credit, losing over £4,000 annually, due to misconceptions about eligibility, savings, and stigma.
Naked Jogger Filmed in Sutton Park as Police Investigate
Fresh video evidence shows a naked man with a backpack jogging through Sutton Park, following a similar sighting days earlier. West Midlands Police are investigating the initial incident but have not received reports of the latest footage.
UK Housing Costs Rise £66bn in Five Years
UK housing costs have surged by 41% over five years, adding £66 billion to expenses for owners and renters. Property experts warn of ongoing inflation pressures and competitive market dynamics.
UK Households Face 'New Normal' of High Debt on Bills
Charity StepChange warns high debt on essential bills is now the 'new normal' for low-income households, with rent and mortgage arrears rising sharply. The charity calls for social tariffs to ease costs.
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CCTV Operators Vow to Report Bike Thefts at Transport Hubs
CCTV operators in the West Midlands have reassured cyclists they will continue to report bike thefts at bus and rail stations to police, amid concerns over a drop in cycle parking numbers. Security officials emphasize proactive monitoring and collaboratio
State Pension: £44 Monthly Increase Confirmed for Some
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms a Triple Lock increase from April 2026, giving new state pensioners an extra £575 annually, but not all retirees will benefit equally.
Norden Couple Marks 70th Wedding Anniversary
June and Rodney Stanley, aged 91 and 93, are celebrating their Platinum wedding anniversary on March 17, having first met as teenage colleagues at Rochdale Council in 1950.
Winter Fuel Payment: £200 Boost for Pre-1946 Pensioners
A major change to Winter Fuel Payments means all UK pensioners will receive up to £300 automatically, with those born before 1946 eligible for a £200 addition.
Mother Jailed for Life After Killing Baby Daughter in West Bromwich
Zara Arsalan has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering her two-month-old daughter Harleen Bains in 2020. Detectives painstakingly unpicked her web of lies over years of investigation.
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Bin Workers Claim Public Backing in Year-Long Pay Dispute
Striking Birmingham bin workers report a shift in public opinion in their favor as the bitter pay dispute with the council marks its one-year anniversary, with workers highlighting community support and financial struggles.
Hidden Epidemic: 'Crushing Loneliness' Among Parents Revealed
New research shows up to 62% of new parents experience loneliness, with English Heritage launching innovative 'bonding benches' to combat isolation across Midlands sites.
Sutton Coldfield Conman Jailed for £136k Fraud on Elderly Woman
A Sutton Coldfield man who conned an elderly woman out of £136,000 with false gold investment claims and cartel stories has been sentenced to prison. Steven Porter used the money for his failing business and gambling addiction.
DWP Urged to Strip £424 from Universal Credit in Crackdown
New figures reveal over 1.3 million people cannot work due to mental health conditions, with Universal Credit sickness claims rising 17% under Labour. Reform UK demands benefit restrictions as welfare costs balloon.
Hoylake RNLI Receives Wirral Award for Coastal Rescue
Hoylake RNLI has been presented with the Wirral Award by Mayor Brian Kenny, recognising its sustained commitment to saving lives at sea. The ceremony also honoured the Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team.
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Cwmbran Centenarian Celebrates 100th Birthday with Family
Evelyn Edwards from Cwmbran marks her 100th birthday with a surprise party, reflecting on a remarkable life that included wartime service and a large, loving family.
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