Community
Charity Shop Burglary Suspect Arrested Following Wolverhampton Police Pursuit
A 44-year-old man has been charged with burglary and multiple thefts after allegedly breaking into a Wolverhampton charity shop and assaulting a shop worker.
Business
Harvester's £55 Family Feast Saves £40 on Three-Course Meal for Four
A standout Harvester deal offers a three-course meal for two adults and two children for £55, saving £40, available at over 160 UK locations via Groupon.
Culture
DreamHack Gaming Festival Draws 50,000 to Birmingham with Celebrities and Esports
The DreamHack gaming festival, featuring celebrities like Angryginge and Sidemen, attracts 50,000 visitors to Birmingham's NEC with esports competitions and cosplay events.
Politics
Council Leaders Propose New Strategic Authority Across Four Shire Counties
Council leaders in Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire are discussing the creation of a new strategic authority to form a growth corridor between Birmingham and Bristol, as part of major local government reforms.
Sport
Health
Gran Dies in Pain on Cruise, Family Says Insurance Failed Her
Lorraine Russell, 62, died after a heart attack on a Norwegian Cruise Line trip. Her family claims Direct Line travel insurance failed to find proper hospital care in Madagascar, leading to a tragic ordeal.
Tourists Find Dead Body in Tenerife After Storm Therese
Two tourists discovered a man's body in a remote area of Santa Cruz, Tenerife, as Storm Therese brought the worst weather in over a decade, causing severe flooding and hazardous conditions across the island.
96-Year-Old Becomes Culinary Mentor at Solihull Care Home
A 96-year-old resident at Blossomfield Rose care home in Solihull has taken on a new role as a culinary mentor, sharing her Sri Lankan heritage with the head chef to create authentic dishes for residents.
Birmingham Heart Deaths Higher Than Average, Expert Warns
Consultant cardiologist Dr Roy Jogiya reveals Birmingham's under-75 cardiovascular mortality rate is above England's average, urging residents to monitor key health metrics and adopt preventive lifestyle changes.
Icy Conditions Alert for Birmingham Tonight
The Met Office warns of icy stretches and temperatures dropping to 0°C in Birmingham tonight, with a chilly but sunny Thursday ahead and mixed weather through the weekend.
