Community
Tate brothers launch fresh bail bid in US extradition fight
Andrew and Tristan Tate have asked a Miami court for bail as they fight extradition to the UK on rape and sex trafficking charges they deny.
Business
First look inside new Aldi in Sutton Coldfield's Brassington Avenue
Aldi's new Brassington Avenue store in Sutton Coldfield is double the size of the old Parade shop, stocks 2,700 items, and opened October 8 with Paralympian Nick Cummins.
Culture
Sylvia at Birmingham Hippodrome feels like two different musicals
Sylvia the Musical at Birmingham Hippodrome impresses with talent but pacing issues make it feel like two shows, says Olivia Fox.
Politics
HMRC urges early Self Assessment start to beat January 31 deadline
HMRC urges households to start Self Assessment early for 2025/26, citing anxiety in 26% of taxpayers. Deadline: 31 January 2027.
Sport
Health
Hair loss slows within 3 sessions of laser helmet now £450 off
NOOANCE Laser and LED Helmet EXPERT X600 claims to reduce hair loss. With code NEWHAIR20, it drops to £799.36, saving £449.64. Users report slower hair loss after three sessions.
Woman who had motorway cardiac arrest after Birmingham event dies
Amber Fountain, 24, suffered a cardiac arrest on the M27 after a Birmingham event in 2019. She died aged 31 in 2025 after life support was withdrawn, an inquest heard.
DWP £40 daily expenses for prisoner visits: 5 benefits list
DWP claimants on five benefits can claim £40 daily expenses for prison visits, covering travel, food and accommodation. Universal Credit, Pension Credit and more qualify.
DWP warned against UC and PIP cuts for under-25s
Disability experts urge DWP not to cut Universal Credit health element and PIP for under-25s, warning it would harm health and increase poverty.
Pensioners face tax bills ahead of Burnham triple lock change
State pensioners face HMRC tax bills as frozen thresholds and triple lock rises push incomes above £12,570, ahead of Andy Burnham's 2030 rule change.
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.