Birmingham man loses 7 stone after diabetes diagnosis
Adam Carpenter, 35, from Sutton Coldfield, transformed his health by losing seven stone with Slimming World after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Discover his life-changing journey.
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Top 100 Baby Boy Names 2025 Revealed
The definitive list of the UK's most popular baby boy names for 2025 is out. See which names are rising, which are falling, and which classic holds the top spot.
£150 Warm Home Discount for Universal Credit claimants
Millions on Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and ESA will get a £150 cost-of-living payment off energy bills this winter. Find out if you qualify and when you'll receive it.
West Yorkshire Police Honoured in King's New Year List
A Detective Chief Superintendent, a police investigator, and a volunteer chaplain from West Yorkshire Police have been recognised in the King's 2026 New Year Honours List for exceptional service.
Top 100 Baby Girl Names of 2025 Revealed
The most popular baby girl names for 2025 are out, featuring a 'normcore' revival, the 'Taylor Swift effect,' and surprising new entries. Discover the full list and trends.
Amazon's 'sturdy' 5-drawer dresser now just £36
Amazon has cut the price of a Homcom 5-drawer dresser to £36.13, ideal for small-space storage. The unit, praised for being sturdy and easy to assemble, is perfect for New Year decluttering.
Free Line Dancing for Over 55s in Spalding
Join a free line dancing social event for over 55s in Spalding on January 13. Part of the Get Moving campaign with Yakult and Royal Voluntary Service's First Time for Everything initiative.
£150 Warm Home Discount for Universal Credit claimants
Millions on benefits like Universal Credit and ESA will receive a £150 cost-of-living payment this winter. Find out if you're eligible and when you'll get paid.
Chelmsford Bishop's 2026 Hope Message After Papal Meeting
Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani shares a powerful New Year message for 2026, reflecting on meeting Pope Leo and the timeless Christian call to hope amidst uncertainty. Read her full address.
Book Your Manchester Christmas Tree Collection for Charity
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping for the 2026 Christmas tree recycling appeal across Greater Manchester. Register your tree for collection to raise vital funds. Bookings close January 5.
2025 UK Year in Review Quiz and Highlights
Test your knowledge of 2025's biggest UK stories, from cultural milestones and royal events to viral trends and sporting triumphs. How many can you remember?
Men charged after Willenhall shooting leaves man critical
Two men face charges after a shooting on Wordsworth Road in Willenhall left a man in his 20s with life-threatening injuries. Police continue to appeal for information.
Drivers fail roadside eye tests, lose licences under Cassie's Law
UK police can now revoke driving licences on the spot if motorists fail a simple roadside vision test. Experts urge drivers to get regular eye checks to stay safe and legal.
Call for Double Tax Code for State Pensioners
Over 25,000 back a petition for a new tax code, doubling the personal allowance for state pensioners to combat unfair taxation on small pensions. Will Parliament debate it?
2026 Pension Changes: 3 Key Updates for UK Retirees
UK state pensioners will see a 4.8% payment rise in April 2026, alongside a pension age increase and a Pension Credit boost. Learn the key dates and figures to plan your finances.
£150 energy bill discount for Universal Credit claimants
Millions on Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and ESA will get a £150 cost-of-living payment off their energy bills this winter, with many receiving it in January. Find out if you qualify.
Three Major State Pension Changes Coming in 2026
UK state pensioners will see a 4.8% income boost from April 2026, but must also prepare for a rising pension age. Get the essential details on the three key changes.
Midlands driver in court after police helicopter chase
Callum Nightingale, 26, from Walsall, has been remanded in custody over alleged dangerous driving offences following a police helicopter pursuit in Sandwell. Read the full details.
Think Tank: State Pension Age Must Rise to 70
A new report warns raising the state pension age to 70 is 'necessary' due to the 'unsustainable' Triple Lock. Discover the proposed reforms and their impact on retirement.
Pensioners get surprise DWP payments on New Year's Eve
Some UK state pensioners and benefit recipients will see payments arrive early on 31 December due to the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your account and plan your budget.
Bearwood fire-damaged shop replaced with flats
Sandwell Council approves plans to replace a Bearwood shop destroyed by a major fire with a new building containing nine flats and a ground-floor retail unit. The blaze involved over 70 firefighters.
BMW driver jailed for Bilston moped crash causing disability
Majinder Singh Virk sentenced for dangerous driving after hitting moped rider in Bilston. The victim suffered catastrophic injuries and now lives with a permanent disability.
Hospice Bed Appeal Target Reached, New Walk Date Set
East Cheshire Hospice thanks its community for funding 16 new beds. The 2026 Starlight Walk date is announced after a year of successful fundraising events. Discover how you can get involved.
9m Pensioners: Check Bank for 6-Digit Winter Fuel Code
Nine million state pensioners are being urged to check bank statements for a key 6-digit code as Winter Fuel Payments are rolled out. Find out if you're eligible and what to look for.
Castle Vale family home could become five-bed HMO
A proposal to turn a 4-bed semi-detached house on Morar Close into a House in Multiple Occupation for five people has been submitted. The application highlights low local HMO density and aims to meet housing demand.
Birmingham's Dramatic 2025 Police Footage Revealed
Shocking police bodycam videos from Birmingham in 2025 show arrests of a gun smuggler, firework yobs, and dangerous drivers. Watch the dramatic footage and read the full stories.
Stars Who Said No to King's Honours Revealed
As the King's New Year Honours 2026 are confirmed, we look at famous figures who declined royal recognition, from Benjamin Zephaniah to David Bowie. Discover their reasons.
Headless Body in Fish Tank: 7-Year-Old San Francisco Mystery
Seven years after Brian Egg's dismembered remains were found in a chemical-filled fish tank in his San Francisco home, his killer remains at large. Police face criticism over the unsolved case.
Swedish cannibal's daughter speaks out on father's abuse
Jamie-Lee Arrow, daughter of Sweden's 'Skara cannibal', details years of psychological torment. She found closure after a final, chilling meeting with her father. Read her harrowing story of survival.
CCTV appeal after stolen card used in Birmingham
West Midlands Police want to identify this man after a stolen bank card was used to make purchases at several Birmingham shops in July. Can you help?
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