Community
First Homes Delivered in Birmingham's £36 Million Port Loop Regeneration
The initial 30 affordable homes in Phase 3 of Birmingham's £36 million Port Loop development have been completed early, marking a key milestone in the 124-property scheme. Developers Keon Homes and Midland Heart celebrate the handover, highlighting urban
Business
Alton Towers Easter Breaks Start at £60 with New Bluey Ride and Hey Duggee Rooms
Alton Towers Resort launches Easter breaks from £60 per person, featuring new Bluey the Ride and Hey Duggee hotel rooms. The theme park offers family adventures with CBeebies Land and thrilling coasters like Wicker Man.
Culture
SketchFest Launches in London: A New Festival for Sketch Comedy Talent
SketchFest, a new two-week festival dedicated to sketch comedy, opens in London this month. It features original live shows from emerging and established performers across two fringe venues, with a competitive element judged by industry experts.
Politics
Council Tax Loophole Exposed: 1993 Freeze Lets Large Homes Avoid Fair Share
Walsall Council reveals a council tax loophole where properties expanded since 1993 pay lower rates, as bills rise by 4.99% for 2026/27. Councillors call for reform to address unfairness in the system.
Transport
Sport
Health
Pure Tone Radiance Pod: 30-Day Beauty Editor Review
A beauty editor tested the Pure Tone Radiance Pod for 30 days, reporting on its ease of use, multi-technology approach, and visible improvements in skin firmness and radiance.
Product Recalls at Asda, Farmfoods, Argos Over Safety
The Food Standards Agency has issued urgent recalls for items sold at major UK retailers, including Gü cheesecakes with unlabelled hazelnuts, Ritz sandwiches with allergen issues, and Tower air fryers posing fire hazards. Shoppers are advised to check the
DWP Urged to Reform PIP Assessments for All Conditions
Citizens Advice demands assessment changes for all 500 PIP conditions as the Timms Review examines the welfare system, citing poor quality reports and lack of assessor knowledge.
Weekly Horoscope: Pisces New Moon Brings Fresh Starts
This week's horoscope reveals how the Pisces New Moon and planetary shifts impact all zodiac signs, from financial clarity to emotional resets and career inspiration.
Rabbit-Sized Rats Stalk Birmingham Streets in Bin Crisis
Shocking photos reveal Birmingham's rat population has swollen to rabbit-like proportions due to uncollected waste from bin strikes, with residents describing the city as a 'living hell' and a public health danger.