Fire on Cannock Chase: Major Incident Response
Firefighters battle a large blaze on Cannock Chase. The public is urged to avoid the area due to smoke. No casualties reported as crews work to contain the wildfire.
Category : Health
Boy, 9, Critical After Kings Norton Crash; Man Charged
A nine-year-old boy remains in critical condition after a two-car crash in Kings Norton. A man has been charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Missing 5-Year-Old Dies After Water Rescue
A five-year-old child has tragically died after being found in water in Birmingham following a missing person report. Emergency services conducted a search and discovered the child who was later pronounced dead.
Dianne Buswell Opens Up on C-Section Recovery and Baby Name
Dianne Buswell reveals the painful recovery from a c-section after welcoming son Bowden last March, and explains the special meaning behind his name.
Mouse-infested Subway branch shut down
A Subway restaurant in a West Midlands pedestrian subway has been closed after environmental health inspectors found a severe mouse infestation, with droppings and nesting material across the premises.
Halesowen Man's Drowning at TwitchCon to be Probed
A 21-year-old from Halesowen drowned in Rotterdam after disappearing from a TwitchCon event. An inquest has been opened into the death of Bradley Passey.
Subway Branch Closed Over Mouse Infestation in Birmingham
A Subway branch in Sparkbrook, Birmingham has been shut down after environmental health officers discovered mouse droppings and a live rodent, posing an imminent risk to public health.
DWP £456 Payment for Asthma: Andy Burnham's Cost of Living Plan
New PM Andy Burnham promises a cost-of-living government. DWP offers £456 monthly Attendance Allowance for asthma, affecting 7 million people. Find out eligibility.
Care Home Urges Heat Precautions for Elderly with Dementia
Edensor Care Centre in Clacton advises families to protect older people, especially those with dementia, from dehydration and heat exhaustion during the summer heatwave.
1,200 Emergency Calls in 8 Hours for West Midlands Fire
West Midlands Fire Service control room received 1,200 calls in eight hours on Saturday, one every 24 seconds, as Storm Darragh caused widespread flooding and damage.
Guilty: couple murdered vulnerable man in care
A West Midlands couple has been found guilty of murdering a vulnerable man they were paid to care for, following a campaign of abuse and neglect over several months.
Ruby, 5, with rare syndrome meets hero Mouse
A five-year-old girl diagnosed with rare Pearson's syndrome met her favourite storybook character Mouse at The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse in Blackpool, fulfilling a lifelong dream.
Firefighters tackle large grassland blaze in Netherton
Crews from West Midlands Fire Service extinguished a 1,000 square metre grassland fire in Netherton near Blackbrook Road, responding to multiple calls at 9.11pm on July 29.
Young Artist's Drawing in 100+ Shops for Fruit Scheme
11-year-old Valerija Podberiozkina from Spalding wins competition; her colorful design will promote Lincolnshire Co-op's free fruit initiative at 101 shops.
Mrs Hinch Gives Garnier SPF50 Perfect 10/10 Score
Cleaning influencer Mrs Hinch has given a 10/10 rating to Garnier Vitamin C UV Glow SPF50, urging her followers to stock up on the sunscreen that combines skincare and sun protection.
NHS Cancels Blood Tests Amid Heatwave, New Guidance Issued
The NHS has cancelled blood tests in England due to heatwave conditions, with samples degrading in high temperatures. New guidance urges minimising air conditioning, sparking political debate.
Queenscourt Hospice Recovery Plan Targets £2M Deficit (30.07.2026)
Queenscourt Hospice announces a recovery plan to close a £2 million annual funding gap, cutting inpatient beds from 10 to 5 and reducing staff. Community support limits redundancies and preserves therapy services.
Garnier Vitamin C SPF50 at Record Low Price on Amazon
Mrs Hinch has awarded Garnier Vitamin C UV Glow SPF50 a perfect 10/10 rating, and the sunscreen is now at its lowest price ever seen on Amazon, offering both sun protection and skincare benefits.
Cyclospora Cases Spike in UK Linked to Mexico Travel
UKHSA reports 67 cyclospora infections in returning travellers, primarily from Mexico, amid surge in cases. Travellers urged to follow food and water hygiene.
Headmaster Raises £500 for Speech Therapy at Glangwili
Emyr Phillips raised £500 during his wife's 70th birthday to thank Glangwili Hospital's Speech and Language Therapy team for his treatment after Tapis Syndrome following heart surgery.
Family Raises £9,000 for Children's Hospital ICU
A devoted Birmingham family has raised £9,000 for the intensive care unit at Birmingham Children's Hospital as a thank you for the life-saving care their child received.
Final Texts from Scottish Woman Found Dead in Athens
Elisabeth Jane Ross, 38, was found dead in a suitcase in Athens on July 18; texts sent from her phone after death claimed she needed time alone.
Walsall Takeaway Closed Over Mouse Infestation
Golden Fish Bar & Pizza Palace Ltd on Bloxwich Road was served a Hygiene Emergency Prohibition Notice after mouse droppings were found on food prep equipment. The court approved the closure and ordered £475 costs.
Fresh Hope for Man Run Over in Thailand
A West Midlands man run over in Thailand shows special signs of recovery, giving fresh hope to his family and medical team.
Amanda Holden's £150 Serum Dupe for £12 on Amazon
Amanda Holden uses a £150 salmon sperm serum for radiant skin. A budget alternative from Medicube on Amazon costs just £11.90, with 30,000 bottles sold in the past month. Discover the affordable dupe.
DWP confirms benefits list for Blue Badge under Burnham
The DWP has confirmed the full list of benefits that automatically qualify for a Blue Badge, as Prime Minister Andy Burnham prioritises cost of living measures.
Elderly Face Shocking A&E Delays: 43% Wait Over 12 Hours
New research shows 43% of patients aged 80+ wait over 12 hours in A&E, far more than younger patients. Corridor care is common, with frail elderly bearing the brunt. Experts call for urgent action.
32p-Per-Use Teeth Whitening Powder Gets Rave Reviews
A dentist-approved teeth whitening powder costing just 32p per use has shoppers reporting immediate results, with one user saying family asked if they had whitened their teeth.
SmilePro Whitening Kit for Tea Coffee Stains
The SmilePro teeth whitening kit removes stubborn tea and coffee stains. Over 50,000 UK customers satisfied. See if it's worth the investment
DWP Access to Work Cuts Lock Out Disabled Claimants
Stealth cuts to DWP's Access to Work grants, slashed by 80%, leave disabled claimants like actor Renu Arora unable to work, with support hours and job retention plummeting.
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