Woman Shouts 'He Does Not Have Herpes' as Rapist Jailed
Wahidullah Hotak, 18, was jailed for seven years for raping a woman in a Wednesbury shop. A woman in court shouted he does not have herpes.
Category : Social Issues
Over a Third Avoid Financial Help Due to Fear of Judgment
More than one in three adults avoid seeking financial help due to fear of judgment, leading to stress and anxiety. A poll of 2,000 Brits reveals stigma and delayed support.
Trivia: Historical Events and Pop Culture Facts
Explore a collection of trivia questions covering history, TV, film, and more. Includes answers from May 10 and other fun facts.
DWP Crackdown Risks Penalising Innocent Claimants
New DWP powers to access bank accounts may penalise innocent ESA, Pension Credit, and Universal Credit claimants. Experts warn of false positives and privacy concerns.
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Poorest Midlands Area Named: Birmingham Second Most Deprived
A new study reveals the most deprived areas in the West Midlands. Birmingham ranks second nationally, while parts of the Black Country fall outside the top 20 poorest areas.
Gardeners Risk Unlimited Fine for Hedge Trimming in May
UK households are warned that trimming hedges in May could lead to unlimited fines due to nesting birds, which are protected by law. Experts advise checking for nests before cutting.
Drivers Over 70 Face Eye Test Rule Change from Monday
A major eyesight rule change for drivers over 70 is expected this week as the government consultation ends on May 11, potentially introducing mandatory eye tests for older motorists.
Rapist dies in 'Monster Mansion' jail after attacking students
Akiel Flemming, who raped and sexually assaulted female students during freshers' week at the University of Wolverhampton, has died in HMP Wakefield, known as 'Monster Mansion'.
Student guilt over £1,400 monthly benefits for disability
A 21-year-old student receiving £1,400 monthly in PIP and Universal Credit says guilt is 'eating them alive' due to hidden disability.
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Warning for UK singles over £850 bill shock
58% of single UK adults cannot afford an unexpected £850 bill, Aviva reports, blaming high rents and subscriptions.
Claude AI Chatbot Scam Costs UK Households £150
UK households warned of a Claude AI chatbot scam causing mystery payments. One family lost £150 after subscribing to the tool, with unauthorized gift card purchases.
Birmingham LGBTQ+ Hate Crime: 634 Incidents as New Law Passes
A new law granting LGBTQ+ and disabled hate crime victims equal protections to racial and religious hate crimes receives royal assent, as Birmingham records 634 incidents in 2025.
Petition Calls for Clear Meat Stunning Labels in UK Supermarkets
A petition with over 115,000 signatures urges the UK government to require clear labelling of stunned and non-stunned meat in supermarkets like Aldi, Asda, and Tesco.
Police Hunt for Prison Recall Fugitives in West Midlands
West Midlands detectives are frustrated as ex-prisoners like Dann Hudson, Florian Mihai, and Vladimir Sula remain at large despite recall orders for breaching licence conditions.
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Snapchat Predator Jailed 31 Years for 152 Child Abuse Crimes
Siah Riley, 36, used Snapchat to target 152 children as young as nine, blackmailing 24. He was jailed for 31 years. Judge called him 'every parent's worst nightmare.'
West Midlands couple's last posts before Turkey arrest
Holly Cooper and Taylor Johnson face up to 30 years in Turkish prison after being arrested for attempting to smuggle cannabis from Thailand to the UK.
Body Found in Search for Missing Tamworth Teen
Staffordshire Police have found a body in the search for a missing 15-year-old girl from Tamworth. A referral has been made to the IOPC due to prior police contact.
DVLA May Ban State Pensioners with Six Conditions from Driving
State pensioners with six common medical conditions including dementia and diabetes could be stopped from driving if deemed unsafe. Learn how to declare conditions to the DVLA.
Smethwick man charged in multi-million pound cannabis raid
A Smethwick man is among six charged after police raided a disused industrial unit in Mansfield, uncovering over 4,800 cannabis plants worth millions.
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State Pensioners Lose £185,000 in Postcode Lottery
State pensioners face a £185,000 gap in DWP payments due to life expectancy differences across the UK, with Fleet residents receiving far more than those in Blackpool.
DWP Benefits Ban for 200,000 Universal Credit Claimants
Conservatives propose banning benefits for non-citizens, targeting 1.5 million migrants on Universal Credit, including 200,000 refugees. Labour defends reforms.
DWP told to stop Universal Credit for 1.5 million migrants
Nearly 1.5 million migrants on Universal Credit, sparking calls from Conservatives to ban benefits for non-citizens. Labour proposes doubling settlement wait time.
UK Tourists Stranded in Spain Over Dual Nationality Rule
A Scottish mother and her 11-month-old baby are stranded in Spain after Ryanair refused boarding due to new UK dual nationality rules requiring a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode.
Walsall Parents' Grief After Son's Stabbing Death
The parents of Mohammed Khan, 22, speak of their heartbreak after he was stabbed to death in Walsall. Four men have been jailed for the murder.
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Drunk Thug Shoves Tesco Shopper into Sandwich Chiller
Carl Walker, 48, drank a litre of vodka and took cocaine before shoving a shopper into a sandwich chiller at a Tesco Express in Newcastle, Staffordshire. He also assaulted police officers.
State Pension Warning for Those Born Before 1979
People born between 1960 and 1979 are urged to check DWP rule changes on state pension age. Experts warn of a growing gap between expected retirement and pension access.
Police Warn of Convincing Fraudster Posing as Officer
West Mercia Police issue urgent advice after a victim received a 'very convincing' phone call from a fraudster posing as a police officer in the West Midlands.
Trans Woman Fears Being Forced Into Men's Spaces
A trans woman from Birmingham, writing under a pseudonym, shares her fear of being forced into men's spaces due to upcoming legislation, highlighting the distinction between transsexual and transgender identities.
Twin Unaware of Sister's Swiss Clinic Suicide Plan
Wendy Duffy, 56, ended her life at a Swiss clinic after her son's death. Her twin sister says she had no idea of the plan and only found out via social media.
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UK Foreign Office Updates Russia Travel Warning
The FCDO warns British tourists of unpredictable security in Russia due to Ukraine war, drone attacks, and air defense threats. Updated guidance from May 5.
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