Community
Hero Gran Fends Off Armed Robber at Staffordshire Shop
A grandmother working at a Staffordshire store stopped an armed robber with her bare hands, holding him until police arrived. Her bravery has earned praise from officers and locals.
Business
Millions face car finance payout delay to 2027, FCA confirms
Motor finance compensation payments are delayed until at least 2027 after new legal challenges, the FCA has confirmed, urging customers to claim directly for free.
Culture
This Week's Book Reviews: IVF Novel, AI Thriller & More
All five of this week's reviewed books score 8/10: an IVF novel, an AI thriller, a grief drama, biowar non-fiction, and a kids' day off school.
Politics
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Sport
Health
Family feared death as earthquake hits Italian holiday villa
A family on holiday in Italy feared they were 'going to die' when a 4.7-magnitude earthquake rocked their villa in Pozzuoli, leaving walls cracked and debris everywhere.
Four Crews Fight Tree Fire at Meriden Adventure Park
Firefighters are battling a blaze in the trees at Meriden Adventure Park, with West Midlands Fire Service telling people to avoid the area while crews work.
Motorcyclist Dies in Crash; Police Appeal for Info
A motorcyclist has tragically died following a crash in Birmingham, and police are now appealing for any witnesses or drivers with dashcam footage to come forward.
Early Sugar Rationing Tied to Lower Dementia Risk
Cutting sugar before age two could reduce dementia risk by up to 23%, a study of 64,737 people from wartime rationing suggests.
West Midlands Weather: UV 7, High of 24C
Birmingham faces a UV index of 7 and highs of 24C today. Hour-by-hour forecast shows warm dry weather with health advice to seek shade and wear sunscreen.
TV & Film Quiz: British Screen Classics
From EastEnders and Doctor Who to James Bond, Only Fools and Horses and Wallace and Gromit, test your knowledge of classic British television and cinema. Lights, camera, quiz!
