Community
Furious Row at B&M Store Over Dog Left in Hot Car During Heatwave
A man threatened to punch a woman in a Lichfield B&M store after she claimed to have 'liberated' his dog from a van in 34°C heat during the red alert heatwave.
Business
Marco Pierre White Birmingham closes: What to do with unused vouchers
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse in Birmingham's The Cube closed suddenly. If you have vouchers, they may still be valid at other venues or can be transferred via the helpdesk.
Culture
M&S £20 Mesh Polka Dot Top Praised by Shoppers as Summer Must-Have
Marks & Spencer's £20 Mesh Polka Dot Fitted Top earns 4.7-star rating and compliments. Available in ivory mix (sizes 6-24) and brown mix (sizes 10-16).
Politics
Traditional fish and chip shops 'could disappear' warns awards boss after Midlands prize given
The director of the England Fish and Chip Awards warns traditional family fish and chip shops may vanish without public support, as Midlands winners are announced.
Sport
Health
Starmer Extends £150 Warm Home Discount to 6M Households
Six million UK households will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount under measures confirmed by outgoing PM Keir Starmer, doubling eligibility for Universal Credit claimants.
Skin Cancer Signs Beyond Moles Often Overlooked
Doctors urge public to watch for subtle skin cancer signs like pink patches, scaly areas, or non-healing sores, not just moles. Early detection is crucial as cases rise.
Mum has skull removed after doctor sends her home with paracetamol
Delores Bart, 56, suffered a catastrophic brain bleed after being sent home with paracetamol; now unable to speak or move right side, cared for by son Leon.
Amputee claims hundreds suffer from NHS prosthetic delays
An amputee claims hundreds of patients face months-long waits for prosthetic sockets after NHS service overhaul; Trust apologises and pledges to cut delays.
Birmingham Mother and Daughter Lose Over 12 Stone Together
A Birmingham mum and daughter lost over 12 stone combined after joining a local slimming group, transforming their health and confidence.
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!
