A Birmingham Live court reporter shares insights into courtroom dynamics, the emotional impact on defendants, and the constant question about journalistic presence in legal proceedings.
The funeral of three-year-old Noah Sikora, tragically killed in a car park incident at Charlestown Shopping Centre, will take place on Monday. A community fundraiser has raised over €13,000 to support his family.
Love Island winners Toni Laites and Cach Mercer are reportedly talking again after a public argument at the BRIT Awards led to social media blocks and split rumors. Sources reveal they still have love but face uncertain next steps.
Father Fretch Ballesteros, a Catholic priest who grew up in poverty in the Philippines, speaks out about the widespread child poverty he witnesses daily in Birmingham, highlighting stark differences from his homeland.
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A 22-year-old mother of four receives £7,000 monthly from Universal Credit and saves £1,000, yet struggles with the cost of living and relies on food banks for support.
A mother calmly disciplined her six-year-old son for kicking her during a cafe tantrum, only for a stranger to offer chocolate and criticize her approach, sparking outrage among parents online.
A new study commissioned by Samsung reveals that 66% of British adults deliberately stay up later than their household for uninterrupted personal time, with Gen Z leading at 87%. The research highlights night-time productivity and relaxation trends across
The Department for Work and Pensions faces calls to increase Cold Weather Payments from £25 to £40-£50 as energy bills soar due to global conflicts, affecting claimants on six key benefits.
Birmingham MP Jess Phillips read the names of 107 women killed by men in the past year during a silent Commons session, calling violence against women a national emergency.
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Married At First Sight Australia viewers are split over Bec Zacharia's actions following a heated honeymoon argument with husband Danny Hewitt, with many defending her online.
Alireza Askari pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing Paria Veisi at their former home in Penylan, Cardiff, before concealing her body in a makeshift grave with his aunt's assistance.
Zara Arsalan, 31, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering her two-month-old daughter Harleen in a sudden fit of rage at their West Bromwich home, causing catastrophic injuries.
An investigation reveals far-right extremists in Birmingham are using modified video games and online chatrooms to recruit vulnerable children, with experts warning of a 'perfect storm' in radicalisation efforts.
A tragic incident in Stoke-on-Trent sees Beatrice Solomon, 27, found dead by her husband Damian Butler. The mother leaves behind an 11-month-old son as police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
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A 29-year-old man was discovered deceased at the Winter Wonderland ice rink in Hanley, Staffordshire, with an inquest concluding his death as suicide.
A new Verian report reveals thousands of state pensioners are unaware of Pension Credit, missing out on £4,300 annually plus additional benefits like Winter Fuel Payment.
Millions of WASPI women may be missing out on up to £5,500 in unclaimed DWP benefits like Pension Credit. Experts warn of serious financial consequences and urge checking entitlements.
The Department for Work and Pensions warns benefits claimants that using AI tools like ChatGPT to fill out forms could lead to losing up to £800 monthly and potential fraud flags.
The Department for Work and Pensions warns that PIP claimants using AI tools like ChatGPT risk losing up to £800 in benefits and facing fraud investigations due to inaccurate, generic responses.
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Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell addresses racist and homophobic hate directed at actresses Hannah Dodd and Masali Baduza, defending the upcoming queer love story between Francesca and Michaela.
Universal Credit claimants will not see payment increases reflected until June despite the standard allowance rising above inflation from April 13, affecting eight million people across the UK.
Hudson Williams and François Arnaud from Heated Rivalry issue a joint statement condemning racist, homophobic, and bigoted comments within the show's fandom, calling for respectful support.
A DWP state pension age increase will leave 26,000 unpaid carers missing £134.82 weekly, totaling £7,011 annually, with women disproportionately affected.
A petition calling on the government to prevent taxpayer money from funding Ian Huntley's funeral has surpassed 40,000 signatures in under 48 hours, putting pressure on the Justice Secretary to act.
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Married At First Sight Australia's Julia Vogl reveals new relationship with musician Sasha Millar following her departure from the show with groom Grayson McIvor.
A Birmingham woman who stole over £70,000 in benefits from the DWP has received a suspended sentence after her lawyer argued mental health issues were a factor in the fraud.
The DWP has confirmed new Universal Credit payment rates effective April 2026, with millions of households set to receive an average annual increase of £725.
A 42-year-old Birmingham prisoner, Dennis Green, was killed by inmate Damien Ward at HMP Fosse Way. Ward has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years for manslaughter after a violent assault.
Alexander Bede Walsh, a former Catholic priest convicted of indecent assault against a child in the 1980s, is scheduled for release from prison in October 2026 after serving 14 years of a 22-year sentence.
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Monika Rubacha, 44, is believed to have shot her two children, Josh, 14, and Emma, 11, before taking her own life in their Florida mansion while husband Richard James was abroad.
