The parents of Marcus Meade, a Birmingham father shot dead by police on Christmas Eve 2024, say they 'need to know why' as a misconduct probe identifies three officers. The family criticizes delays in the investigation.
Pensioners are being warned about a rise in 'insidious' friendship scams where criminals befriend them on social media before defrauding them of thousands of pounds over time.
A 90-year-old woman was left without her original phone number for three months by BT, isolating her from family and medical services, despite needing broadband for a personal alarm.
A 16-year-old PIP claimant reports their mother plans to take all their disability benefit money, threatening to confiscate belongings if refused. Experts and the DWP clarify this constitutes financial abuse.
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A man returning to Birmingham for his mother's funeral expressed disturbance at seeing lampposts covered with George Cross and Union flags, questioning if the city appears racist. He urges the council to remove what he calls illegal flags.
A parent reflects on Girlguiding's decision to exclude transgender girls, fearing it sends a harmful message about conditional belonging to children learning inclusion values at home.
New data reveals over 102,000 children in Birmingham live below the poverty line, with Ladywood having the UK's highest rate and Heartlands ward among the worst nationally.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing professional Lauren Oakley has publicly criticized a group of male passengers on a Birmingham International to London Euston train for their offensive remarks about women.
Love Island All Stars winner Samie Elishi has publicly disputed ex-partner Ciaran Davies' version of their breakup, calling much of his podcast account 'b-------' in a fiery social media response.
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Love Island All Stars winner Ciaran Davies has broken his silence on the split from Samie Elishi, denying tabloid claims and alleging she ghosted him before ending things over the phone.
A new survey reveals 60% of smartphone owners desire reduced screen time, with many citing interference in relaxation and appreciation of natural surroundings.
New research uncovers the most uncomfortable social situations, with calling someone the wrong name and tripping in public topping the list. The study highlights generational differences and how Brits cope with embarrassment.
A new survey reveals six in ten smartphone owners desire to reduce device usage and appreciate their surroundings more, with The National Lottery launching a symbolic balloon campaign in London.
A petition calling for the Department for Work and Pensions to raise the Christmas Bonus from £10 to £171 has garnered nearly 5,000 signatures, citing inflation since 1972.
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A 33-year-old woman from Sussex fraudulently claimed £23,000 in Personal Independence Payments by pretending to be housebound, while actually surfing and ziplining in Mexico. She received a suspended sentence and must repay the stolen funds.
A woman from West Sussex who fraudulently claimed over £23,000 in benefits by lying about crippling anxiety was caught enjoying luxury holidays and activities abroad.
Actor Antony Cotton criticises DWP policy counting Armed Forces compensation as savings, leaving a veteran facing repayment demands while calling for petition support.
Criminal defence experts warn Birmingham parents of autistic children about rising risks in police encounters, offering practical steps to prevent misunderstandings and legal escalation.
The Information Commissioner's Office has fined TMAC Ltd £100,000 for making over 260,000 unsolicited marketing calls to TPS-registered numbers, targeting vulnerable elderly individuals.
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EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa has reportedly ended her marriage to Dan Osborne after 13 years together, leaving the former TOWIE star feeling panicked and shocked by her final decision.
EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa and TOWIE star Dan Osborne have reportedly ended their marriage for good after nearly nine years, with sources citing separate lives and Jacqueline 'having enough'.
Tristan Roberts, 18, sentenced to minimum 22.5 years for murdering teaching assistant mother Angela Shellis after seeking AI advice on weapons and cleanup methods.
The Department for Work and Pensions has introduced new regulations affecting PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance claimants who relocate to Scotland, requiring them to apply for devolved Scottish benefits.
Thousands sign petition calling for the DWP Christmas Bonus to be raised from £10 to £171, adjusted for inflation, and restricted to British citizens on benefits for at least six months.
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From April, the new state pension rises to £241.30 weekly, but expats, those with additional pensions, and deferrers miss out on the full £575 annual boost.
A Birmingham community reporter explores why the innocent question 'Where are you from?' carries hidden meanings and causes discomfort, especially among young people of color in the city's diverse population.
A journalist recalls how Ian Huntley, the Soham murderer, tricked the community with a concerned act, but his spotless, disinfectant-filled home raised suspicions. Huntley died after a prison attack in 2026.
A coroner's court heard that Amelia Bath, a bright and funny 12-year-old, was found deceased at her home in West Sussex. Friends revealed she had been targeted by bullies on Snapchat prior to her tragic death.
Lloyd Twells, who admitted trying to kill his partner in Mansfield, has died in HMP Nottingham days before his scheduled sentencing for attempted murder.
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Love Island star Harry Cooksley has publicly responded to cheating allegations involving his girlfriend Shakira Khan, clarifying that the mystery woman is a friend in a relationship.
