Community
DWP claimants face £1,000 annual shortfall despite April benefits rise
Anti-poverty charities warn the 6.2% Universal Credit rise in April 2026 will leave a £1,000+ annual gap for essentials. Read the full analysis and calls for an Essentials Guarantee.
Business
UK Jeweller CW Sellors Faces Collapse After 47 Years on High Street
Popular jeweller CW Sellors files for administration after 47 years, citing spiralling costs from a major development project. Read the full story on the fight to save the business.
Culture
Love Island All Stars Launch Delayed: ITV Issues Update on South Africa Wildfires
ITV confirms the Love Island All Stars launch is postponed after production team evacuation in South Africa. Bosses say everyone is safe but no new date is set. #LoveIsland
Politics
MP and 131 Residents Object to 'Out of Character' Streetly Extension Plan
Walsall Council's planning committee will decide on a controversial two-storey extension in Streetly after objections from MP Wendy Morton and over 130 locals. Read the latest.
Sport
Health
£200 Cost of Living Payments for Disability Benefits
Portsmouth Council offers £150-£200 payments to low-income households struggling with bills. Check eligibility for DWP Household Support Fund before the January 2026 deadline.
UK Flood Alert: 26 Areas Told to Prepare Emergency Kit
The Met Office warns heavy rain could cause surface water flooding in 26 UK regions. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with torches, batteries, and power packs before Thursday.
Midlands Flood Alert: Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain
The Met Office warns of flooding risk across Herefordshire and Worcestershire from Thursday, January 15. Check your flood risk and prepare an emergency kit now.
Baby's Collapsed Lung Missed 15 Times by Doctors
A Staffordshire baby, Isla-Rae Burton, needs major surgery after doctors dismissed her symptoms 15 times. Her parents are now providing round-the-clock care. Read the full story.
26cm Snow Blizzard to Hit 11 English Counties This Week
A major snow blast is forecast to sweep across the UK on January 15-16, with up to 26cm predicted for Scotland and 11 English counties on alert. Get the latest weather maps and travel warnings.