Community
Walsall School's Food Drive Donates 116kg to Aid Local Families in Need
Pupils at Hydesville Tower School in Walsall have collected and donated 116 kilograms of non-perishable food items to Ablewell Food Bank, providing 232 meals for vulnerable local families through a week-long charity initiative.
Business
Brits Urged to Claim £252 Tax Savings Before Financial Year Deadline
Married couples in the UK are being advised to act quickly to transfer unused personal allowances before the financial year ends, potentially saving up to £252 annually.
Culture
BBC Radio 2 Dismisses Scott Mills Over Historic Relationship Allegation
BBC Radio 2 has terminated Scott Mills' contract following allegations about a male relationship from over a decade ago. The sudden dismissal impacts his podcast and EastEnders cameo.
Politics
Bullying Allegations Rock Council Over Druids Heath Regeneration Plans
Birmingham City Council faces serious bullying allegations from an independent councillor regarding controversial Druids Heath regeneration plans, with two planning officers resigning amid community tensions.
Transport
Sport
Health
Turkey Pastrami Recalled Over Listeria Contamination Fears
Gilbert's Turkey Breast Pastrami sold in Tesco, Morrisons, and Asda is recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes, posing risks of food poisoning and meningitis. Customers are urged to check fridges and return affected products for a refund.
Endometriosis Diagnosis Delays Show Racial Disparities in UK
A new report reveals women of colour wait 11 years on average for endometriosis diagnosis, highlighting systemic biases in healthcare. Charities call for urgent government action to address inequalities.
Supermarkets Recall Sandwich Filler Over Meningitis Risk
Gilbert's Turkey Breast Pastrami sold at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, and Waitrose is urgently recalled due to Listeria contamination that can cause meningitis.
Seventh British Tourist Dies in Cape Verde After Illness
A man in his 50s has died after falling ill at a five-star resort in Cape Verde, becoming the seventh British tourist to die from gastric illness in the country since 2023. Over 1,700 tourists have reported illness.
Measles Rash Forces Contraceptive Change, Results in Pregnancy
A West Midlands woman contracted measles despite vaccination, developing a severe rash that required removal of her contraceptive patch, leading to an unplanned pregnancy and the birth of her son.
