Community
Halesowen Police Warn Motorists: Parking Tickets Are Coming
Halesowen Police issued tickets for poor parking in Cradley and Wollescote, including an Audi and Mercedes, after resident complaints.
Business
Birmingham Singles Pay £3,446 More Than Five Years Ago
New data reveals single living in Birmingham costs £3,446 more annually than five years ago, with monthly expenses up £287. Brighton tops the list for highest singles tax.
Culture
Pop Mart Robo Shop Opens at Merry Hill: Global Toy Phenomenon Arrives
Pop Mart, the global collectible toy brand, opens a Robo Shop inside The Entertainer at Merry Hill on May 22, featuring Labubu, Molly, Hirono, and SKULLPANDA blind boxes.
Politics
HMRC confirms £17 monthly charge for state pensioners born before 1960
HMRC has confirmed a £17 per month extra charge for state pensioners born before 1960 who receive the Winter Fuel Payment and earn over £35,000.
Sport
Health
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%.
DWP 28-Day Rule: 4 Benefits Stopped for Pensioners
State pensioners on four benefits face payment stoppages under DWP's 28-day hospital rule. Learn which benefits are affected and how to report hospital stays.
