Beach Scam Warning: Tourists Lose Up to £3,000
UK tourists warned over Brazilian beach scam where vendors overcharge debit cards, costing victims up to £3,000 for items like corn on the cob.
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Missing 82-Year-Old Man from Birmingham Sparks Concern
Police appeal for help to find 82-year-old John Smith, last seen in Birmingham. He may have travelled to Coventry or London. Anyone with information urged to contact police.
12 Cat Breeds That Get Along Well With Dogs
Discover 12 adorable cat breeds known for their dog-friendly temperaments. Perfect for multi-pet households seeking feline-canine harmony.
Katie Price Shares Three-Word Update on Husband Lee
Katie Price declares her love for jailed husband Lee Andrews with a three-word post amid his imprisonment in Dubai, as she returns to the UK.
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Birmingham's Poorest and Poshest Streets Three Miles Apart
Sparkhill is the poorest area in England, while Edgbaston, just three miles away, boasts some of the city's wealthiest streets, highlighting stark inequality.
Neighbour's exam plea could cost couple £30k in delay
A couple face a dilemma after neighbours ask them to halt home renovation for three weeks during exams, but stopping would cost £30k.
Man Charged with Class A Drug Offences in Midlands
A man has been charged with multiple Class A drug offences after a police operation across the Midlands. The suspect faces charges related to cocaine and heroin supply.
Man Pleads Guilty 12 Years On Over Nechells Death
Ozekell Empire, 42, pleaded guilty to manslaughter of Andrea Carr, 23, found dead in Nechells in 2014. He had paranoid schizophrenia and was unfit to stand trial until now.
Boy, 4, Hospitalised After Car Collision in Walsall
A four-year-old boy was taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Walsall. Police are investigating and appeal for footage.
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Midlands Man Found Dead After Police Stand-Off
Shane Beckett, 24, died at his Tunstall home after a police stand-off. A coroner ruled his death was drug-related, not suicide, despite his history of suicidal thoughts.
Avoid Midsummer Hedge Trimming to Protect Nesting Birds
A gardening expert advises against trimming hedges in June as it can destroy active bird nests. The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 protects all wild birds, their eggs, and nests, with penalties including unlimited fines or imprisonment.
Ex-BBC Star Quizzed Over Historical Sex Assault Allegation
A former BBC presenter has been interviewed under caution by police over an allegation of historic sexual assault involving unwanted touching on set around 20 years ago.
Ladywood named poorest area in England
New figures reveal Ladywood has the worst child poverty rate in England, with 54% of children living in poverty. Two other Birmingham areas rank in the top five.
Outrage in France After Missing Girl Found Dead, Suspect Known Rapist
France is in shock after 11-year-old Lyhanna was found dead in a grain silo. The suspect, previously accused of rape, was known to police but remained free.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Spotted with Facial Bruise
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been seen in public for the first time in weeks, with a large bruise on his face while driving near his Sandringham home, amid ongoing legal investigations.
UK households told to discard food from 3 suppliers
The Food Standards Agency warns against all frozen products from Inarah’s Frozen Food Ltd due to hygiene concerns. Consumers should dispose of items safely.
Scrap £10 Christmas Bonus to Keep Triple Lock, DWP Told
Retirees defend state pension triple lock amid calls to scrap it, suggesting instead to abolish the outdated £10 Christmas bonus and 25p weekly addition for over-80s.
Birmingham's Most Wanted Sayed Hersi Still at Large
Sayed Hersi, 47, remains West Midlands Police's longest-serving most wanted suspect, with his mugshot viewed over 142,000 times since 2020. Despite extensive appeals, his whereabouts are unknown.
DWP Confirms Universal Credit Advance Payments Queries
The DWP has confirmed that Universal Credit claimants can receive advance payments, but Green Party MP Sian Berry has raised questions about the rules and how arrears are considered.
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Sandwich Generation: Over a Third Feel Overlooked
New research reveals that more than a third of the 'sandwich generation' feel overlooked by society, struggling to balance care for children and aging parents.
Grandmother of killer says family fears retaliation
The grandmother of Vickrum Digwa, who murdered Henry Nowak, says the family lives in fear of retaliation. Digwa was sentenced to life for stabbing the 18-year-old.
Boy 'murdered' teen in postcode gang war, court told
Yassin Alama, 19, was stabbed to death on Hutton Road, Handsworth in November 2025. A court heard the killing was part of an ongoing war between B20 Handsworth and B6 Aston postcode gangs.
Wanted Lithuanian Child Sex Offender Found in UK Wardrobe
A 23-year-old woman wanted in Lithuania for child sex offences was found hiding in a wardrobe in Coalisland, Northern Ireland, and arrested by PSNI.
Sikhs 'thrown under bus' after stabbing, says councillor
Councillor Shuranjeet Singh condemns Henry Nowak's murder but warns against reactive calls to ban kirpans, saying Sikhs feel targeted and scared.
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Annabel Rook's Letter Before Partner Killed Her
Annabel Rook wrote a heartbreaking letter to partner Clifton George before he murdered her. The court heard of years of abuse and her desperate plea to end the relationship.
1 in 7 UK households have no working adults
New data reveals 14.4% of UK households have no working adults, raising concerns about economic sustainability and the need for better incentives and support.
HMRC Tax Code Errors Cause £500 Monthly Bills
HMRC has changed tax codes based on flawed savings interest projections, wrongly charging some households £500 a month. Savers are urged to challenge incorrect calculations.
Fire Stick User Jailed 38 Months in Streaming Crackdown
Michael Barrow set up illegal MB Streams service, streaming Premier League matches. Jailed 38 months after pleading guilty to Fraud Act offences in UK-wide crackdown.
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One in 10 Adults Never Landed a Bowling Strike
A new survey reveals that one in 10 adults have never bowled a strike in tenpin bowling, with many struggling to hit double figures.
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Protests Over Henry Nowak Murder as Home Secretary Condemns Violence
Violent protests broke out in Southampton over the murder of Henry Nowak, with missiles thrown at police. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemned the disorder, urging respect for the family's wishes.
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