Community
Brighton Beach Sisters May Have Been Honouring Mum Who Died in Birmingham Lake
Three sisters found dead off Brighton beach may have been commemorating their mother, who drowned in a Birmingham lake in 2010. Family believes they never recovered from her death.
Business
NS&I Premium Bonds Holders Warned of Three-Month Prize Rule
NS&I warns Premium Bonds holders of a three-month expiry rule on cheque prizes. Unclaimed cheques must be cashed in within three months or replaced.
Culture
Best Summer Fan Deals 2025: Beat the Heatwave on a Budget
Discover top-rated cooling fans on sale now at Argos, Amazon, Currys, and Screwfix. Save up to 43% on tower, desk, and cordless fans to stay cool this bank holiday.
Politics
Lloyds Bank Warns Customers Over Replacement Card Rule in Birmingham
Lloyds Bank clarifies its policy on automatic card replacements after a customer complained about the lack of an option to request a new card before expiry.
Sport
Health
Brit Mum in Coma in Gran Canaria: Family Fights to Bring Her Home
Emily Casey, 34, is in an induced coma in Gran Canaria after falling ill on holiday. Her family is desperately fundraising to bring her back to the UK.
Maldives Cave Dive Victims Minutes from Surface
Five Italian tourists drowned in a Maldives cave dive, just 15 minutes from the surface. Lack of proper equipment and possible oxygen toxicity cited as causes.
Toxic Counterfeit Flea Treatments Warning for UK Pet Owners
UK pet owners are warned about counterfeit flea treatments containing toxic pesticides. The VMD reports cases of severe illness and surgery in pets after use.
Older Brits Could Boost Income to £18,500 a Year
Millions of UK pensioners may be entitled to Attendance Allowance or Pension Credit, potentially increasing their annual income to over £18,500. Check eligibility now.
State Pensioners Born Before 1953 to Get Extra £440
State pensioners born before 1953 (women) or 1951 (men) will receive an extra £440 per year from May as the basic state pension rises to £184.90 per week.
