Silk'n 7 IPL Device: At-Home Hair Removal Review
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Measles Surge: Parents Urged to Vaccinate Kids
After two child deaths and over 800 measles cases in 2026, Midlands health officials urge parents to catch up on MMR/V vaccinations to protect children from potentially deadly complications.
Burnham Urged to Ease Pension Rules for Terminally Ill
Campaigners demand Andy Burnham scrap punitive 55% tax on early pension withdrawals for terminally ill, citing outdated 12-month life expectancy rule.
Yellow Heat Alert for West Midlands and Shropshire (27.07.2026)
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the West Midlands and Shropshire as a new heatwave arrives during the school holidays, with temperatures expected to reach 30°C.
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Birmingham 72-Hour Heat Alert: 29C Warm Spell Looms
A UKHSA heat alert covering Birmingham and the West Midlands runs from July 28-31 as temperatures hit 29C, posing risks to vulnerable people.
Brum Woman Saves Dad's Life with CPR Weeks After Training
A young insurance broker used CPR skills learned just two weeks prior to save her father from cardiac arrest. Her compressions kept him alive until paramedics arrived; he made a full recovery.
DWP Reassessment: 150,000 DLA Claimants May Lose Benefits
The DWP will resume moving 153,000 DLA claimants to PIP, risking benefit loss if they fail to respond. Disability charity Scope urges claimants to act.
Life expectancy gap widens between West Midlands and south
A new report by The King's Fund reveals the life expectancy gap between the West Midlands and southern England is increasing, with healthy life expectancy falling nationally.
British Gas Off-Peak Electricity Pay Scheme Explained
British Gas rewards customers for using off-peak electricity through its Demand Flexibility Service, helping reduce bills and carbon footprint while easing grid strain.
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Octopus Energy Pays Customers to Cut Electricity Use
Octopus Energy's Saving Sessions reward customers with Octopoints for reducing electricity use at peak times, helping balance the grid and cut fossil fuel reliance amid the cost of living crisis.
HMRC tax trap to hit savers from next year with higher rates
Savers face a bigger tax bill from April 2025 as savings interest tax rises by 2 percentage points and the cash ISA allowance is cut to £12,000, warns NFU Mutual.
Drivers urged to remove medicines from cars over heat risk
The MHRA is urging drivers with medical conditions to remove medicines from cars immediately, as heat exposure above 25°C can reduce effectiveness and safety.
Burnham faces 'death tax' criticism over social care plans
Andy Burnham faces backlash over social care plans, with experts warning a 'death tax' could fund reforms costing over £18bn annually. Critics say it would hit millions of pensioners.
Butcher's Sweating Trick Transforms Home-Cooked Steak
A simple seasoning trick—letting steak sweat before cooking—creates a perfect crust. Butcher Niall McCusker reveals the science behind the Maillard reaction.
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Child Benefit Payments Stop August 31 If No Confirmation
HMRC warns that Child Benefit payments will automatically stop from August 31 unless parents confirm their 16-19-year-old's education or training plans before the 36-day deadline.
Off-Duty Police Sergeant Saves Gymgoer's Life in Brierley Hill
Off-duty Birmingham police sergeant Mitchell Siviter and a paramedic saved 67-year-old Bob Cox after he collapsed at PureGym in Brierley Hill, performing CPR and using a defibrillator.
Dunelm £25 Dehumidifier 'Perfect' for Uni Halls Bedrooms
A £25 dehumidifier from Dunelm has been hailed as a game-changer for student accommodation, with one user reporting it 'totally removed condensation' in five days.
£435 Wheelchair Refund Denied After Daughter Dies
A parent who bought a £435 wheelchair for their disabled daughter is denied a refund after the daughter died. The company cites its policy, sparking criticism.
Woman loses 5 stone after mother's health scare
Aimee Lyons lost almost 5 stone after her mother's health scare prompted her to join Slimming World. Now a consultant, she launches her own group in Birmingham.
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Summer Road Trips Help Brits Solve Life Problems
New research shows that 62% of Brits find summer road trips helpful for solving life's biggest problems, with 78% feeling more relaxed after a journey.
Keyhole Heart Procedure Transforms 100 Lives in Middlesbrough
The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough has completed 100 mitral TEER procedures, a keyhole heart surgery that repairs leaking valves, transforming patients' lives with minimal recovery time.
Andy Burnham Restores Winter Fuel Allowance: £300 for Pensioners
Prime Minister Andy Burnham reinstates Winter Fuel Allowance for 2026/27. State pensioners living alone get £200 if under 80, £300 if 80 or over, as DWP confirms payments for England and Wales.
Sleep Patches at 78p a Night Win Rave Reviews
Kloris Sleep Time Patches, a plant-based sleep aid with valerian and passionflower, cost 78p per night on subscription and have earned a 4.43-star rating from over 700 reviews.
Lincoln Care Home Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday
Eileen Field, 100, celebrated her centenary at MHA Stones Place in Lincoln with a garden party attended by over 40 guests, including the Mayor.
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Andy Burnham £760 Tax-Free Payments for Pensioners Over 75
Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirms £760 monthly tax-free payments for state pensioners aged over 75, maintaining the Triple Lock pledge for the remainder of Parliament.
Olay Regenerist SPF30 Moisturiser: Anti-Ageing Bargain
Olay Regenerist SPF30 Moisturiser is hailed as a top anti-ageing skincare bargain, offering sun protection and hydration at an affordable price.
DWP Urged to Cut PIP for 71,000 Pensioners with Back Pain
The DWP has been told to stop PIP payments for 71,000 pensioners with back pain. New data shows 276,725 claim PIP for back pain, costing £1.89bn of the £26bn bill.
Small Changes Could Transform Lives of Blind People
RNIB reveals small changes like clear make-up labels and better restaurant lighting that would make a big difference to blind and partially sighted people, according to those affected.
First DWP State Pension Change Under Burnham in August
State pension payments due on August bank holiday will be paid early on Friday, August 28, marking the first change under Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government.
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Heat Alert for Midlands as Temperatures Could Reach 30C
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the West Midlands, with temperatures potentially hitting 30C. The UK has received just 3% of average July rainfall, and drought is declared in parts of Wales.
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