Community
Tamworth Man Arrested Over £150 Restaurant Bill Refusal Over Hairs in Food
A 23-year-old Tamworth man was arrested after diners refused to pay a £150 bill at a Burton-on-Trent restaurant, claiming hairs were in the food. He has been bailed pending inquiries.
Business
Friend of Manchester synagogue attacker jailed for life over MoD terror plot
Mohammad Bashir, 31, drove Jihad Al-Shamie on a 10-hour round trip to conduct hostile reconnaissance at the UK's Defence Academy in Shrivenham, Swindon, and has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 17 years.
Culture
Are Kylie Cantrall's 'Space Between' Lyrics About Malia Baker? Meaning Explained
Fans believe Kylie Cantrall's 'Space Between' from her EP Valley Girl Problems addresses her alleged love triangle with Malia Baker and Malachi Barton, with lyrics detailing betrayal.
Politics
Villa Tavern in Nechells Seeks 8am Alcohol Sales, Longer Hours
Admiral Taverns applies to vary Villa Tavern's licence in Nechells, Birmingham, proposing alcohol sales from 8am to 1am daily and opening until 1.30am, with public representations due by 13 August 2026.
Sport
Health
Yellow Heat Health Alert for West Midlands
A 48-hour yellow heat health alert has been issued for the West Midlands by the UKHSA, warning of minor disruptions to health services as temperatures reach 27C, with risks to vulnerable people.
Renpho Eye Massager: Heated Relief for Tired Eyes
Birmingham residents can now enjoy heated eye massages at home with the Renpho Eye Massager, offering relief from eye strain and headaches. Priced at £39.99, this wellness gadget features adjustable heat and pressure settings.
William Shatner and Daughter Beat Stage 4 Cancer Together
William Shatner, 95, and his daughter Melanie, 61, were both diagnosed with stage 4 cancer within months. They are now cancer-free after treatment, sharing their story in a new interview.
Luxury West Midlands Spa Day with Treatments and Lunch
Enjoy a luxury spa day in the West Midlands with two treatments and a two-course lunch. Find out what's included and how to book.
Andy Burnham Gives £150 to Six Million on DWP Benefits
Andy Burnham's government will give six million households a £150 Warm Home Discount on top of a VAT cut worth £45, providing crucial energy bill support this winter.
UK Geography Quiz: How Well Do You Know Britain?
Rivers, mountains, capitals and landmarks across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Test your knowledge of UK geography from Land's End to Ben Nevis.
