200 Wildfires in Fortnight as Heatwave Looms
Fire chiefs warn wildfire risk remains elevated after more than 200 blazes in two weeks, as a fourth heatwave pushes temperatures to 35C and an amber health alert is issued.
Category : Health
Woman, 20, Dies of Cocaine Overdose: Nan's Tribute
Sophie Ashwood, 20, died from a cocaine overdose nearly 2.5 times the lethal level. An inquest ruled suicide, as her nan paid tribute: 'Forever yours.'
James Bourne reveals he's still not out of the woods
Busted singer James Bourne reveals he is still 'not out of the woods' after major surgery, and will share a detailed health update on Spotify soon.
Mum Runs Great North Run for Sick Children's Trust
A Cleethorpes mother will run the Great North Run to raise funds for The Sick Children's Trust, which supported her family after her daughter Myla was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour and died four days after her tenth birthday.
DWP urged to scrap £776 benefits for teen claimants
87,000 teenagers claiming £776 monthly PIP benefits prompts DWP reform calls as Conservatives say system encourages welfare over work.
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Woman in Court Over Narrowboat Dog Starvation Death
A 35-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with animal cruelty after her dog starved to death on a narrowboat in Birmingham, with the RSPCA calling it extreme neglect.
NHS Flu Jab Rule Change for September Under New Labour
The NHS has confirmed flu jab rule changes from September 1, 2026, under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, with new age thresholds and expanded eligibility including homeless people.
HMRC £9,063 Bills: 2.4 Million Landlords at Risk of Checks
HMRC recovered £104 million from landlords in a crackdown, with average bills of £9,063. Price Bailey warns 2.4 million private landlords are at risk amid increased data-matching and nudge letters.
Simple Super Glow Serum Skincare Hack
Discover the benefits of a simple super glow serum – a powerful blend of vitamins and antioxidants to achieve a radiant, youthful complexion. Learn how to incorporate it into your routine.
Birmingham Team Boosts Childhood Cancer Charity
A Birmingham creative team has launched a fundraising campaign for a childhood cancer charity, aiming to raise £50,000 through art sales and workshops.
Free Hot Meals Launch in Birmingham for Hardship
A new initiative in Birmingham offers free hot meals to residents facing hardship, aiming to combat food insecurity with community support. Over 100,000 people expected to benefit.
DWP: Respond to September Letter or Lose £778
150,000 DLA claimants in England and Wales must respond to a DWP letter from September or risk losing up to £778 every four weeks under PM Andy Burnham.
VAT cut on home charging leaves public users paying up to 32p per mile
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills from October will not help EV owners without driveways, who face up to 32.4 pence per mile on public chargers like Ionity, Carwow data shows.
Garage Fire in Wolverhampton Prompts Avoid Area Warning
West Midlands Fire Service tackled a garage blaze in Bell Place, Blakenhall, on Monday evening, with crews arriving within four minutes. Residents were urged to avoid the area.
Weight Loss Jabs Linked to Unexpected Pregnancies
Popular slimming injections like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy are causing unexpected pregnancies by boosting fertility, prompting doctors to urge contraception review.
Met Office Amber Heat Health Alert for West Midlands
The Met Office has issued an amber heat health alert for the West Midlands and other parts of England as temperatures are forecast to reach 35C this week, with the fourth heatwave of summer approaching.
Garmin Fenix 7 Solar: Outdoor Smartwatch Review
Garmin's Fenix 7 Solar smartwatch offers up to 24 days of battery life with solar charging, rugged design, and advanced GPS tracking for outdoor enthusiasts. Discover its key features and performance.
Burnham Targets Mental Health in PIP Crackdown
Personal Independence Payment overhaul targets depression, anxiety, and ADHD as Andy Burnham vows to reduce welfare bill, sparking backlash from Labour MPs.
Forty firefighters tackle grass fire at Birmingham park
Around 40 firefighters from eight crews rushed to Woodgate Valley Country Park in Birmingham to extinguish a large grass fire. The blaze sent plumes of smoke billowing over the area.
Firefighters Tackle Blaze Near Villa Park
More than 30 firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service responded to a fire at a two-storey building on Witton Road, Aston, near Villa Park; no injuries reported.
Oldbury homes evacuated after WWII mortar found
A Second World War mortar round discovered in Oldbury led to evacuations and a planned controlled explosion at Warley Woods; police warn of loud bang.
Josie Gibson Defends Weight Loss After False Jab Claims
This Morning presenter Josie Gibson sets the record straight on her 2.5 stone weight loss, revealing it's due to a busy lifestyle and lipoedema treatment, not diet injections.
PIP Anxiety Depression Claims May Be Scrapped Under Burnham
Around 360,000 PIP claimants for anxiety and depression may face benefit restrictions as a review finds the disability benefit not fit for purpose under the new government.
Burnham's DWP PIP/DLA Rules for Motability from Sept
From September 1, 2026, Motability Scheme changes for PIP/DLA claimants in Scotland reduce mileage to 30,000 (3-year lease) with higher excess fees, under Andy Burnham.
Burnham warns NHS collapse risk without social care reform
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has warned the NHS could collapse unless social care is reformed, but will not set a timeline in his first interview.
Ford Driver 33 Killed in Tyburn Road Crash
A 33-year-old Ford Focus driver died after his car left Tyburn Road, hit a tree and overturned. Two passengers hospitalized. Police appeal for dash-cam footage.
Measles Cases Rise in West Midlands: Get Protected
Measles cases have surged in the West Midlands with 27 confirmed in 2024. Health officials urge families to ensure MMR vaccination to protect against the highly infectious disease.
Family climbs Mount Snowdon for care home
The family of a former care home resident raised £2,500 by climbing Mount Snowdon to thank staff for compassionate care during her final years.
Worker Stable After Tamworth Church Hall Fire
A worker is in stable condition after an accidental fire at St Editha's Church Hall in Tamworth, prompting air ambulance response and cancelling community picnic.
Burnham Confirms Pensioners No Tax on State Pension
Labour confirms that pensioners whose only income is the state pension will not pay income tax, benefiting 12 million people amid frozen personal allowance and triple lock increases.
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