'Cat Bin Lady' Mary Bale Still Lives in Midlands
Mary Bale, known as 'Cat Bin Lady' for putting a cat in a bin in 2010, still lives in Coventry as a recluse, feeling unforgiven and unable to rebuild her life.
Category : Social Issues
Sikh Pensioner in Racially Aggravated Park Attack
A 72-year-old Sikh man was seriously injured in a racially aggravated attack at Willenhall Memorial Park. Six teenagers have been arrested and remain in custody.
UK Supermarkets Face 'New Normal' Food Crisis Warning
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Morrisons face a 'new normal' as extreme weather, inflation, and the Iran war threaten UK food security, experts warn.
Tamworth Drug Dealer Arrested at Airport Sentenced
Zain Alishan, who ran the 'Bobby' drug line in Tamworth, was arrested at Birmingham Airport after a flight from Dubai. He was sentenced to 33 months for supplying crack cocaine and heroin.
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DWP Urged to End PIP for Munchausen Syndrome Claimants
Campaigners call for DWP to scrap PIP for Munchausen syndrome claimants after data shows 11 people receive benefits for feigning illness, sparking fraud concerns.
Woman's Anguish as Child Abuse Trial Delayed to 2028
A Midlands woman says her voice has been stolen after her child sexual abuse trial was delayed to March 2028, criticizing the justice system for failing survivors.
5 UK Toys Found with Asbestos: Full List and Warning
Five toys sold in the UK, including sand art kits and a stretchy gorilla toy, have tested positive for asbestos. A warning has been issued for parents.
State Pensioners Missing Nearly £750 from DWP Payments
State pensioners may be missing nearly £750 from their payments due to historic changes in eligibility criteria, warns a recent analysis.
Mandatory Tests Proposed for Drivers Over 70 in UK
UK government considers mandatory eyesight checks and cognitive tests for over 6 million drivers aged 70+ to improve road safety, sparking public debate.
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Asylum Seeker Fined for Primark Theft in Birmingham
An Ethiopian asylum seeker was fined £50 for stealing £325 worth of goods from Primark in Birmingham and warned that even trivial offences could affect his asylum claim.
Teen becomes 12th UK water death during heatwave
A 16-year-old boy has died in Scotland, becoming the 12th water-related fatality in the UK amid a heatwave. Emergency services recovered his body from Bracklinn Falls.
Man Jailed for Life for Murdering Best Friend, 93
Samuel Field, 40, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 22 years for torturing and murdering his 93-year-old best friend Martin Glynn in a 10-hour attack over a conspiracy delusion.
Abuser avoids jail after leaving victim with bruises and bites
Marwa Saleem has been spared jail despite brutally attacking her girlfriend, leaving her with bruises and bites all over her body. The judge warned her not to make him regret it.
False Widow Spiders Invade UK Homes After Heatwave
Searches for false widow spiders soar by 5,000% as heatwave drives them indoors. NHS figures show hospital admissions for spider bites double in a decade.
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Divorce Victims: Men's Unseen Struggles in Marriage Breakdowns
Exploring the overlooked challenges men face during divorce, including legal biases, emotional toll, and societal stigma, calling for reform.
Birmingham 'Pickpocket Queen' to Be Freed After Mental Health Diagnosis
Margaret Johnson, known as Birmingham's 'Pickpocket Queen', is to be released after a psychiatrist found her crimes stemmed from untreated mental illness and trauma.
Katie Price's Husband Found Alive in Dubai Jail
Katie Price reveals her husband Lee Andrews has been found alive after two weeks missing in Dubai, where he was detained on suspicion of being a spy. Her mother Amy is devastated over a song U-turn.
Katie Price Calls Jailed Husband 'Most Hated Man in Britain'
Katie Price spoke to her jailed husband Lee Andrews for the first time since his arrest in Dubai, telling him he is the 'most hated man in Britain' during a two-minute phone call.
Sisters Reveal Financial Struggles Despite Different Incomes
Two sisters living three miles apart in Greater Manchester face similar financial struggles despite one receiving £2,300 monthly benefits and the other working 22 hours weekly.
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On This Day: Ian Fleming Born, Grand National Winners
Discover historical facts including Ian Fleming's birth, Grand National winning jockeys, and answers to May 27 quiz questions from InYourArea.
DWP Fraud Rules: Payments Stopped for Years Under New Guidance
The DWP has introduced strict new fraud rules. First offence: 13-week benefit ban. Second: 26 weeks. Third within 10 years: 3 years. Cases may go to court.
Reolink TrackFloodlight Camera Review: Smart Security
Our in-depth review of the Reolink TrackFloodlight Camera explores its smart features, installation, and performance for Birmingham homeowners seeking enhanced security.
Ear Biter Jailed and Facing Deportation in Birmingham
Sharhad Rahmani, 40, bit off part of a man's ear during an attack in Spices takeaway on Soho Road. He was jailed for three years and seven months and faces deportation.
Stop and Search Disproportionate for Minorities
A new report reveals that stop and search powers are disproportionately used against ethnic minorities in Birmingham, posing a significant challenge for local police.
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Boy, 12, Named After River Tragedy, Family Pays Tribute
Junior Slater, 12, died after getting into difficulty while swimming in the River Ribble. His family remembers their 'little blue-eyed boy' in a heartbreaking tribute.
Teacher Denies Using Adopted Baby as 'Plaything' in Trial
Jamie Varley, 37, denies murder and sexual abuse of 13-month-old Preston Davey, whom he adopted. The trial continues at Preston Crown Court.
VAWG Crimes Drop 16.2% in West Midlands; Sexual Offences Rise
Violence against women and girls in the West Midlands has fallen 16.2%, but sexual offences increased 12.4%. Police credit victim-focused strategies.
Birmingham Paedophile Jailed for 16 Years for Snapchat Grooming
Luke Edmonds, 25, from Rubery, used Snapchat to groom and sexually abuse girls aged 13-15 across the UK. He was jailed for 15 years and 7 months at Birmingham Crown Court.
Three Teenagers Die in Open Water Bank Holiday Tragedies
Three teenagers died in separate open water incidents across the UK during the Bank Holiday weekend, prompting warnings about water safety.
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Urgent Search for Missing Birmingham Man
Police appeal for help to find a Birmingham man missing for almost two weeks. Concerns grow for his welfare as search continues.
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