Community
West Midlands Police Boost Patrols After UK Terror Threat Raised to Severe
West Midlands Police has increased officer patrols after the UK terrorist threat level was raised to 'severe', meaning an attack is 'highly likely'. The force urges alertness but not alarm.
Business
Petrol Drivers Face £9 Overcharge Per Tank at UK Forecourts
Petrol and diesel drivers could be overcharged by £9 per tank due to rising fuel prices, the CMA warns, urging motorists to shop around and monitor retailers.
Culture
New Book Reveals Eastbourne's 1930s Motor Show Glory
Historian Stephen Le Vine's new book uncovers Eastbourne's forgotten role as host of Britain's premier interwar motor shows, featuring Bentleys, Rolls-Royces, and more.
Politics
Welsh Politics at Crossroads: Can Parties Compromise for Progress?
As no party is expected to win a majority in the Senedd, the next Welsh Government faces a test of compromise on health, childcare, and economy to improve public services.
Sport
Health
Birmingham Tortilla Fails Hygiene Over Mouse Droppings
Tortilla at Birmingham Grand Central received a two-star hygiene rating after mouse droppings were found in seven areas during a March inspection.
DWP Warned Over Tony Blair's State Pension Changes
The Tony Blair Institute proposes scrapping the Triple Lock and state pension age, sparking warnings from experts and politicians about complexity and impact on the poorest.
Two-Thirds of Workers Admit to Working While Sick
67% of UK workers have gone to work while sick, according to ONS data. Average sick days rose to 4.4 in 2025, with UK sick pay among lowest in Europe at £123.25.
All Together NOW! Seeks Stories for 21st Anniversary
All Together NOW!, the UK's only disability-focused newspaper, is approaching its 21st anniversary and wants to hear how it has inspired or helped readers.
Air Conditioning Costs Soar as UK Reaches 26C
With UK temperatures hitting 26C, air conditioning usage has doubled in three years. Costs can soar from £2.93 to £42.43 a week during hot spells, but using fans can save £42 weekly.
