Community
Birmingham City Centre Police Alert Over End of School Term Disorder
Police increase presence in Birmingham city centre on Friday amid fears of youth disorder linked to end of school term. Officers aim to prevent clashes.
Business
Tesco Pulls Pork Pie Sandwich from Meal Deal After Short Run
Tesco removes the 'Pork Pie Inspired Sandwich' from its Meal Deal range just two months after launch, while £17m in Clubcard vouchers expire at end of May.
Culture
Off Campus Creator Defends Ella Bright's Age Casting Amid Fan Backlash
Off Campus creator Louisa Levy defends casting 19-year-old Ella Bright as Hannah, addressing age gap criticism with co-star Belmont Cameli and on-set intimacy protocols.
Politics
Former Walsall Mayor Keith Sears dies days after local elections
Keith Sears, former Walsall councillor and Mayor, passed away just a week after standing for re-election in the May 2026 local elections.
Sport
Health
DWP Reassures Claimants Over Benefit Suspensions
The DWP clarifies that bank account checks under new fraud crackdown won't automatically suspend Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or ESA payments, ensuring fair process.
UK Pesto Recall: Allergy Warning Issued for Filippo Berio
Filippo Berio recalls Hot Chilli Pesto due to undeclared fish, posing a serious health risk to those with seafood allergies. Sold at Morrisons and Ocado.
Aldi Tips to Cut Food Waste and Save Money on Milk
Aldi partners with food storage expert Kate Hall to help customers reduce food waste, revealing that 7 in 10 Brits buy food they'll throw away, costing £387 annually.
Teen Pneumonia Led to Coma and Chronic Lung Diagnosis
Claire Smith, 38, from Dudley, developed life-threatening sepsis and a collapsed lung after pneumonia at 14, leading to bronchiectasis. She has since completed a Sahara trek and London Marathon.
DWP Lists 12 Conditions for Long-Term PIP Awards
The DWP has confirmed the 12 conditions most likely to receive long-term Personal Independence Payment awards, with visual disease topping the list at 68%.
