Community
Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Stafford Castle Golf Course Stabbing
A 17-year-old has been charged with attempted murder after a man in his 60s was stabbed on a public footpath at Stafford Castle golf course on May 14.
Business
Birmingham drug dealer jailed for nearly three years after cannabis found in suitcase
Nam Le, 30, was jailed for two years and nine months after police found 23kg of cannabis worth up to £140,000 in his Handsworth home and a nearby van.
Culture
The Script Announce New Album and World Tour Coming to Birmingham
Irish rock band The Script have announced a new album and world tour, including a date at Birmingham's Utilita Arena in November 2025.
Politics
UK Towns Facing 32C Mini Heatwave on Spring Bank Holiday Monday
The Met Office forecasts a mini heatwave for Spring Bank Holiday Monday, with temperatures up to 33C in southeast England and Midlands. London and surrounding areas could hit 32C.
Sport
Health
£345 DWP Payments to Arrive Early Before Bank Holiday
DWP will issue £345 Carer's Allowance payments early on Friday, May 22, due to the bank holiday on Monday. Claimants expecting payment on May 25 will receive it earlier.
£739 DWP Payments Arrive Early for Some Pensioners
Due to the Spring Bank Holiday on May 25, some UK pensioners will receive their state pension early on May 22. The full basic State Pension is now £184.90 per week, totaling up to £739.60 over four weeks.
DWP Lists 24 Skin Conditions for £114 Weekly PIP Payment
The DWP has confirmed 24 skin conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) of up to £114.60 per week. Over 29,000 claimants receive this benefit.
NHS Urges 999 Call for Heatstroke Skin Symptom
The NHS warns UK households to call 999 if they spot hot, red skin without sweating during the weekend heatwave, as it may indicate heatstroke.
Nottinghamshire Hospital Breaks World Record for Charity
Cygnet Hospital Sherwood in Mansfield broke a Guinness World Record for the largest online music quiz, raising over £2m for Cash for Kids charity.
